The hotel is an hour by taxi from Gatwick Airport or Heathrow Airport and a little more by train. From Heathrow, take the Piccadilly line to South Kensington and then change to the District line for a train to Tower Hill. From Gatwick, take the train to Victoria and then the District line to Tower Hill. The hotel is less than five minutes’ walk from Tower Hill underground station (District and Circle lines) and Fenchurch Street railway station, for mainline connections.
Hidden in a quiet side street 10 minutes' walk from the Tower of London, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Tower of London puts guests right in the heart of The City. It's a modern property set among century-old buildings on Pepys Street, named after the famous diarist Samuel Pepys. Inside is just as modern -- light pours into the lobby through a striking curved glass ceiling and (fittingly) there's a library of books for guests to peruse while they tuck into their signature DoubleTree cookie or grab a drink at the lobby bar.
Set in The City, it's an obvious choice for business travellers, but the position is also great for sightseeing. It's within a 20-minute walk from some of London's biggest attractions, including St Paul's Cathedral, Borough Market and the Tower of London, and the West End is 30 minutes away by tube. The hotel is a couple of blocks from Tower Hill underground station, providing city-wide access via the District and Circle lines, and just a little further from Tower Gateway DLR station, with easy connections to Canary Wharf.
The Sky Lounge on the 12th floor gets "top marks" from The Daily Telegraph for 360-degree views "to make you weep", which take in the cityscape and nearby Tower Bridge. The open-air terrace is over-18s only from 6pm and closes at midnight, but the glass-walled bar area stays open until 2am (Monday-Saturday). A lunch menu is served until 5pm, and there are flatbreads, sweet potato fries and charcuterie platters to keep hunger at bay while you sample the martini menu. Take note: queues can be lengthy in good weather and there is no preferential access for hotel guests. There's also The City Café by the lobby, which opens for breakfast and international brasserie-style dishes at dinner, and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Guest rooms are comfortable, with contemporary furniture and a slightly corporate feel. All are equipped with free Wi-Fi and iMacs, which work as TVs or for surfing the internet (guests get the first 10 pages of printing for free). Opt for an Executive room on the ninth and tenth floors for free breakfast, late checkout and access to the executive lounge where there are afternoon drinks and nibbles. Suites are even more generous, offering all this plus a complimentary mini bar (restocked daily). Some rooms overlook the inner courtyard, so do consider an upgrade if you'd like a view.
From the press: "The lobby is groovy: 2001: A Space Odyssey meets 70s air terminal, with revolving shows by Whitechapel Gallery students and a bookstand curated by John Sandoe" -- The Daily Telegraph
Amenities
General
Gym / fitness center
Restaurant
Roof terrace
Pet-friendly
100% smoke-free
Services
24-hour front desk
24-hour room service
Concierge service
Laundry / dry cleaning
Room amenities
Air-conditioning
Iron and ironing board
Safe
Internet
Complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas
Wi-Fi in guest rooms (fees apply)
Bathroom
Hair-dryer
Luxury toiletries
Parking
Parking (fees apply)
Policies
Check-in: Standard Time is 3pm.
Checkout: Standard Time is 12pm.
Pets: Pets allowed
Cancellation: Cancellation policy & booking conditions vary by 'rate plan'. These will be displayed on the payment page after you have searched for your dates and selected a rate.
Additional details: Pets allowed Check-in time starts at 3pm Check-out time is 12pm
Know Before You Go
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Fees
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for full breakfast: GBP 21.50 per person (approximately)
Fee for in-room wireless Internet: GBP 4.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
Fee for in-room wired Internet: GBP 4.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
Self parking fee: GBP 30.00 per night
Pet fee: GBP 15.0 per pet, per night
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Mandatory Fees and Taxes
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: GBP 25.00 per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.
Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.
The room rates listed are for double occupancy per room unless otherwise stated and exclude tax recovery charges and service fees.
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*Unless otherwise stated, Travelzoo-exclusive extras are valid once per stay (based on two adults sharing). Value is an estimate based on double occupancy. Extras are only included with Member Rates and may not be available on all dates. Extras are non-transferable and have no cash value. Total value may vary depending on time of booking and availability. When included, breakfast may be limited to 2 guests per stay subject to hotel’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply; see our T&Cs for details.
Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.