With thousands of hotel options in the capital, why not skip the run-of-the-mill and check in to a dose of fun that's comfy, romantic and drenched in atmosphere all in one? For a unique experience beyond the straight-laced norm, from north to south, scroll below for our pick of the (tried and tested) quirkiest hotels in London. Drum roll please...
The Best Quirky Hotels In London, UK
The Childhood One: Treehouse Hotel
A hip rooftop oasis modelled after an actual treehouse, this leafy lodge in Marylebone gives its grown-up guests a place to relive their childhood memories in style. Offering stunning 360-degree views of the city, Treehouse Hotel is a cleverly designed collective of repurposed crafts, retro-inspired wooden furniture, and hanging botanicals. Within walking distance of Hyde Park and Regents Park, prepare for a greener-than-green experience in the heart of the city.
The Treehouse Hotel is where blooms meet rooms.
The Futuristic One: The Standard
One of the best quirky hotels in London for couples, The Standard is London's version of NYC's landmark hideaway. Instantly recognisable with a red pill-like lift zooming up and down the concrete building's exterior, the hotel's unconventional designs include subway-tiled bathrooms and tube-seat upholstery, outdoor bathtubs that overlook St Pancras train station and even an in-house librarian manning the books in the retired public library.
Check out London's quirky side at The Standard.
The Floating One: Good Hotel
A maritime, seafaring stay in the Docklands, Good Hotel is a sustainable haven of community and creativity with industrial-style decor and a rooftop terrace overlooking The Thames. Re-defining luxury, the most unusual hotel London has to offer's concrete interior, up-cycled furnishing and prime location make it a relaxed, airy and feel-good treat to remember, staying true to its name. Check it out if you're looking for cool hotels on a budget.
Set sail to comfort at Good Hotel.
The Wacky One: Mama Shelter
A trendy home away from home in East London, Mama Shelter is a chic sanctuary of kaleidoscopic, playfully designed rooms, boasting a French-inspired restaurant packed with homemade dishes, a bundle of co-working spaces, and Japanese-style karaoke rooms. For a stay that's both spoiling and inspiring, whether you're sharing plates with friends, sipping cocktails in the garden bar, or decompressing after meetings, Mama Shelter has got you covered for both work and play.
Mama Shelter: Where art meets accommodation.
The Harry Potter One: Georgian House Hotel
Travel back in time to the 19th century for a truly magical experience within portrait-lined passageways bathed in candlelight, walls splashed with stained glass windows and mighty cauldrons, amongst other curiosities. Looking for unique hotels in London with a hint of mystery? Georgian House Hotel is a spell-binding Grade II-listed chamberhouse tucked away in a quiet street just 10 minutes from Victoria Station. We'd recommend the Enchanted Afternoon Tea for a whimsical feast of lightning bolt scones and beastly Bakewells served in an open birdcage.
Calling all witches, wizards, and sorcerors to Georgian House Hotel.
The Sustainable One: The Corner Hotel
For a green-fingered getaway that's a cut above the rest, check into The Corner Hotel, a plant-filled hipster paradise in Aldgate with funky tiling and retro furnishings that scream East London cool. But it's the hotel's eco-friendly ethos and sustainable philosophy that really sprouts out, with solar panels, sensor LED lighting, water-saving measures, and food waste reduction to reduce its carbon footprint. Budget-friendly and conveniently located, come for the vibes, and stay for the sustainable commitment.
The Corner Hotel hides a suite surprise in every room.
The Rock 'n' Roll One: Chateau Denmark
Step into a piece of Soho’s rich musical and cultural history at Chateau Denmark, where the spirit of legends like the Sex Pistols, the Rolling Stones, and David Bowie lives on. Set across 16 iconic buildings on Denmark Street, this unique hotel blends architectural heritage with modern luxury, offering 44 stylish rooms and apartments that capture the essence of the neighbourhood. The award-winning bar, Thirteen, oozes baroque and gothic charm, serving up expertly crafted cocktails and Japanese-inspired plates.
You'll find Chateau Denmark on a street that boasts famous guitar shops and a legendary history.
The Famous One: The Portobello Hotel
If you're looking for cool hotels, London has plenty and The Portobello Hotel is one of them. With each room uniquely designed to reflect the spirit of Portobello Road Market and Regency style, this hidden gem is the perfect place for those seeking character, comfort, and a dash of curiosity. Famous for attracting music legends, showbiz stars, and fashion icons since 1971, it remains a favourite bolthole for the style-savvy. And if walls could talk, they’d spill stories of Champagne-filled baths with Kate Moss and Johnny Depp - proof of this hotel’s legendary status.
The drawing room is home to an honesty bar, stocked with Portobello Road gin and cocktails.
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