Edwardian courtroom revival
Grand Edwardian civic architecture meets Shoreditch nightlife, where original judicial timber and police holding cells now frame evening cocktails.
What it’s good at
Notable
Restored wood-panelled courtrooms, terrazzo floors, and stained glass meet a contemporary steel and glass bedroom wing.
Notable
A 1903 Grade II listed Edwardian magistrates court where holding cells and courtrooms now serve guests.
Listed
Original detention cell booths in the Jailhouse Bar, a two-lane bowling alley, and a rooftop cocktail terrace.
What they say
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The entrance opens onto a sweeping grand staircase, terrazzo floor, and original stained-glass windows.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set directly on Old Street, the hotel places you within walking distance of Hoxton Square, independent galleries, and the City of London.
The rooms
Modern bedrooms in the contemporary wing feature marble bathrooms and walk-in rain showers, providing a functional base off lively Old Street.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A subterranean 10-metre heated indoor pool has counter-current jets, a wall waterfall, and poolside lounge chairs.
The sauna
A timber sauna with tiered slatted benches sits beside steam facilities and private spa treatment rooms.
Jailhouse Bar
Former police detention cells serve as private drinking booths, enclosed by historic iron doors beneath exposed brick walls.
At the table
Judge & Jury serves British classics in Courtroom Number 1, and Upper 5th shakes cocktails on the rooftop terrace.
How it began
Architect John Dixon Butler completed the Grade II listed Edwardian courthouse in 1903, which once detained playwright Joe Orton and the Kray twins.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.