The LaLit London
5.0-star · 181 Tooley St Waterloo and Southwark
4.4(1,028 Google reviews)
5.0-star · 181 Tooley St Waterloo and Southwark
4.4(1,028 Google reviews)
At a glance: 5-star · Renovated 2017 · 70 rooms
Near: Tower Bridge · 4 min walk
Guests love: Location · Atmosphere
What guests say about…
Start with Baluchi at The Great Hall, the hotel's own restaurant serving reimagined Indian cuisine in a historic setting. For drinks and small bites, the Teacher's Bar and the Terrace are right on site. Just a short walk away, Borough Market is a top spot for fresh food and global flavours. The hotel also has a cafe and snack bar for lighter options. Roast, a well-regarded restaurant, is about half a mile northwest. You are well placed for a range of dining choices around London Bridge.
The LaLit London sits on Tooley Street in Southwark, right by the River Thames. You are a 4-minute walk from Tower Bridge and 7 minutes from the Tower of London, with The Shard just 8 minutes away. The area is historic and walkable, with landmarks like St. Paul's Cathedral a 23-minute stroll. London Bridge Station is close, and the riverside path leads to Borough Market for food. It is a central spot with a mix of old and new London around you.
From London City Airport, take the DLR train to Bank DLR Station, then transfer to the Jubilee Line to London Bridge Station, which is a 6-minute walk from the hotel. Alternatively, a taxi or pre-booked transfer takes about 30 minutes by car. From London Bridge Railway Station, you can walk to the hotel in about 6 minutes. If arriving at Heathrow, take the Piccadilly and Jubilee Lines to London Bridge, roughly 60 minutes by Tube. Gatwick trains reach London Bridge in about 35 minutes, and from there it's a short walk.
For an evening out, start at the hotel's own Teacher's Bar for cocktails, or the Terrace for a relaxed drink outdoors. Baluchi at The Great Hall offers a full dinner in a historic setting. Tower Bridge is a 4-minute walk and is lit up nicely at night, and the Tower of London is 7 minutes away. The Shard, an 8-minute walk, has restaurants and bars with city views. London Bridge Station is nearby if you want to head further into the city for more options.
Yes, The LaLit London is a great base for exploring the city. Tower Bridge is just a 4-minute walk away, and the Tower of London is 7 minutes on foot, so you can start your sightseeing right outside the door. The Shard is an 8-minute walk, and St. Paul's Cathedral is a 23-minute stroll. For farther sights like the London Eye, Big Ben, or Westminster Abbey, you'll need a short trip by taxi or public transport, as they are a few kilometers away. London Bridge Station is nearby, making it easy to reach other parts of the city. You can also join popular day tours from London, such as to Stonehenge or the Harry Potter studio, which pick up from central locations.

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