London, United KingdomSouth Bank
Sea Containers London
Transatlantic riverside showpiece
South Bank London, United Kingdom
Renovated
2019
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Social WellnessOutside the door
Transatlantic riverside showpiece
A 68-meter curved copper hull sweeps through the lobby, setting a glamorous 1920s ocean liner mood beside the Thames.
“The dramatic entrance is flanked by a 68-metre copper hull, which extends into the lobby, before tapering off into the riverside restaurant.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A massive curved copper hull commands the lobby, complementing maritime cabin suites and transatlantic cruise styling.
Remarkable
Lively evenings unfold across the riverside Lyaness cocktail bar, rooftop DJ sets at 12th Knot, and an arthouse cinema.
Notable
The subterranean agua Spa provides a private thermal suite, curated herbal treatments, and yoga classes in agua Studio.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
UK Readers' Choice Awards – The best hotels in London
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
Also in Wallpaper* and AFAR.
the first overture of Tom Dixon’s design performance, a curvaceous structure which creates the illusion that the reception desk is located just above the waterline
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set directly on the South Bank promenade, the hotel sits a five-minute stroll from Tate Modern and the National Theatre.
The rooms
Cabin-style quarters pair custom metallic fixtures with marble rain showers, while river-facing suites frame passing boats and the London skyline.
The spa
At the subterranean spa, a sculptural copper droplet hangs over a circular pool in the relaxation lounge.
Gym and steam rooms
Monochrome geometric tiles line the steam rooms, and the 24-hour gym is stocked with free weights and cardio machines.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Lyaness mixes drinks along a green marble counter, and the rooftop lounge looks straight toward St Paul's Cathedral.
Offering a striking difference from the frenetic city energy of Shoreditch, the 359-room property sits on a quiet corner at the edge of the Thames River...
How it began
Warren Platner originally designed the 1970s structure as a hotel, though it spent decades as shipping headquarters before finally welcoming guests.
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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.