Swissotel The Howard London, London

Hotel Description

This stylish and contemporary 5-star hotel offers superb luxury accommodation in a quiet oasis just off Embankment, with stunning panoramic views of the River Thames.

The superb views across the river take in some of the capital’s world-famous landmarks, from the Houses of Parliament to St Paul’s Cathedral. The superb central London location means the hotel is just a short walk from the city’s West End and Covent Garden, with its bars, restaurants and shopping. Other famous attractions within walking distance include the Tate Modern art gallery and the London Eye.

The hotel offers superb facilities; sleek, stylish and comfortable contemporary accommodation; and the world-renowned traditional Swiss service.

The hotel’s elegant restaurant offers exquisite French cuisine enhanced with subtle Asian flavours and the hotel itself offers all the ingredients for a memorable stay in the heart of London.

Swissôtel The Howard, London is set in a quite oasis just off the Embankment. The hotel enjoys a postcard panoramic view of the River Thames from the House of Parliament to St. Paul’s Cathedral. Just a short stroll will take you to the West End and Covent Garden with its bars, restaurants and shopping.

9/10 Overall rating

Guest Services

• General: Luggage Storage, Restaurant, Garden, Heating, Non-Smoking Rooms, Terrace, Valet Parking, Bar, Parking , Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Newspapers, Designated Smoking Area, 24-Hour Front Desk, Safety Deposit Box, Gay Friendly.
• Services: Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Room Service, Dry Cleaning, Fax/Photocopying, Business Centre, Currency Exchange, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Breakfast in the Room, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Ironing Service.

Restaurants and Bars

The modern and cosmopolitan lobby lounge, MAUVE, is made popular by its afternoon teas and specifically the Afternoon Beats event, which offers a live DJ, every Friday and Saturday, from 16:00 to 19:00.

Temple Bar is a traditional venue to enjoy a business discussion or casual conversation, complemented by a glass of aged whisky. Enjoy the grandeur and splendour of the past. While everything else changes with time, Temple Bar takes a step back to appreciate its English heritage and traditions. Live music is played on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to create the ambience befitting the bar.

Hotel Policies

Important! Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

• Check In: 15:00 - 24/24  hours
• Check Out: 12:00  hours
Cards accepted at the hotel:
• Visa,  American Express,  MasterCard,  Diner's Club, JCB
• Deposit: No deposit will be charged.
• Internet: Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and costs GBP 15.00 per 24 hours.
• Pets: Pets are not allowed.
• Parking: Private parking is possible on site and costs GBP 37.00 per day.
• Extra Charges: VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is included.
• Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 40.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
• Cancellations: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Directions

By Air (from London City Airport):
The hotel is approximately 9 miles (14.5 km) from London City Airport. Taxis are readily available from just outside the airport and the journey to the hotel should take about 25 minutes.

By Air (from London Heathrow Airport):
The hotel is approximately 15 miles (24 km) from London Heathrow Airport. Taxis are readily available from just outside the airport and the journey to the hotel should take about 50 minutes. Alternatively, the train should take about 25 minutes.

By Air (from London Gatwick Airport):
The hotel is approximately 30 miles (50 km) from London Gatwick Airport. Taxis are readily available from just outside the airport and the journey to the hotel should take about 1.5 hours. Alternatively, the train should take about 35 minutes.

By Train:
London Waterloo and Charing Cross train stations are just 5 minutes by Tube from the hotel.

By London Underground:
The nearest London Underground station is Temple, which is directly opposite the hotel and is on the Circle and District lines of the London Underground network.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation