Bank London, United Kingdom
Opened
2017
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Social Heritage WellnessOutside the door
The house
Soho HouseDeco banking stronghold
Ninety-two verdite columns frame the grand banking hall, where live music plays from a central bandstand over lively dining tables.
“the Ned occupies a converted bank space, which is still resplendent with marble columns and features a soaring ceiling.”
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Nine restaurants across the grand banking hall, daily live bandstand music, and late-night basement vault cocktails.
Remarkable
A Grade I-listed 1924 Lutyens banking headquarters featuring ninety-two verdite columns, chairman luncheon rooms, and intact bullion vaults.
Remarkable
A subterranean twenty-meter vault pool, pink marble Moroccan hammam, boxing gym, and open-air heated rooftop pool.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
UK Readers' Choice Awards – The best hotels in London
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
Also in The 50 Discovery, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
the Ned opts for the classic glamour of an Art Deco ocean liner, and bedrooms that eschew modern design in favor of a period-correct Twenties and Thirties vibe.
“the public spaces retain the handsome bones of Lutyen’s original design, now softened with plush mohair sofas, rubbed brass ironmongery, and African green verdite.”
“The entire property is done up in cool, vintage-inspired design, including the 250 guestrooms, which range in category from Crash Pad and Cosy to Heritage...”
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Directly above Bank Junction in the Square Mile, the hotel places you opposite the Bank of England and minutes from St Paul's.
The rooms
Channeling 1920s transatlantic glamour, bedrooms feature walnut furniture, mirrored cocktail cabinets, floral wallpaper, and hand-knotted Afghan rugs.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A 20-metre marble pool sits in the former bullion vault, and a heated rooftop pool overlooks St Paul's.
The spa and gym
A pink marble Moroccan hammam sits in the subterranean spa, and the wood-panelled gym includes dedicated weightlifting racks.
Dogs stay too.
The Vault Bar & Lounge
The basement lounge sits behind a 20-ton bank door, lined with thousands of original safety deposit boxes.
The 1924 Grade 1 listed building is a remarkable structure, designed by (and named for) legendary London architect Sir Edwin ‘Ned’ Lutyens.
At the table
Restaurants and cocktail bars fill the former banking hall, from handmade pasta at Cecconi's to classic fare at Millie's.
How it began
Designed in 1924 as the Midland Bank headquarters, the neoclassical fortress takes its moniker from architect Sir Edwin Ned Lutyens.
“The rooms are characterful for such a huge scale... and have brass or walnut bed frames, vintage-look floral wallpaper, wooden floors, and Afghan rugs.”
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How we rate hotels.
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.