Tower of London

[Rathcon]

Morning all,

Mrs. Rath fancies a trip to the big city and a trip to the Tower of London whilst we're there. I've not spent much time in London at all, maybe two or three weeks in total over 50 years!! so wouldn't be too familiar with the old place at all.
Anyone have any recommendations of somewhere to stay, maybe within walking distance or a short tube ride from the Tower for two nights?
Budget I guess around £150-200 a night or is unrealistic?

Thanks for any advice....

[vixen1700]

Citizen M Hotel Tower Hill is nearby and always got decent reviews when I worked for a travel company.

[DodgyGeezer]

the Tower Hotel is right on Tower Bridge and about 2 mins walk from ToL itself. I seem to recall that it was quite decent when we stayed there (albeit a little 'businessy', for want of a better expression) and not insanely priced

[markymarkthree]

We have just been up to London (last week) and stayed at the Hub (premier Inn) Covent garden. Loads to do and eat round there and we saw the Jersey Boys one evening. Walked to the tower from Hotel along the embankment, you could catch an Uber boat or tube back. Had a great day at the Tower, do the touristy thing and get the headphones for a fiver. As we got a train from Bristol we got into the Tower on a 2 for 1 deal.

[Rathcon]

Thanks for the tips, gives me a few to look at when I get home!!

[ben_h100]

If you are going to the Tower, ensure that you hang around and tag onto an official tour from one of the Yeoman Warders (beefeaters).

[Griffith4ever]

Did just this the weekend before last, and I'm an ex Londoner, so was fun being a tourist for a change (mrs hasn't done much London).

Stayed at The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington - right opposite Gloucester Road tube, £320 for 2 nights - amazing location. No need to stay near the tower - london public transport is so good, and easy. Prob 30 mins including walk from where we were. Then there is Uber - which is amazingly cheap off peak and often cheaper than catching the tube if it's a one off for the day.

Tower is a couple to three hours at most. Cross the bridge and head for Butlers wharf/shad thames for a nice lunch.

[2 GKC]

DodgyGeezer said:

the Tower Hotel is right on Tower Bridge and about 2 mins walk from ToL itself. I seem to recall that it was quite decent when we stayed there (albeit a little 'businessy', for want of a better expression) and not insanely priced

What he said. Terrific views from this hotel and decent prices

[RC1807]

Premier Inn, Prescot St
Max 10 min walk to the Tower, including the road crossings

[peter tdci]

My office has just moved to the Tower Hill/Fenchurch St area. The first thing I noticed is how many hotels there are nearby! If you want to stay near the Tower, you won't be short of options.

[psychoR1]

vixen1700 said:

Citizen M Hotel Tower Hill is nearby and always got decent reviews when I worked for a travel company.

Do this - you can also buy a ticket that gets you access to tower bridge and the monument to the Fire of London
https://www.towerbridge.org.uk/your-visit/tower-br...

Take a leisurely walk over to the south bank and then down to Borough Market either for some decent market grub or book one of the restaurants for a nice meal?

If you want an outdoor adventure try one of these outdoor escape games?
https://aimescape.com/ar

[TwigtheWonderkid]

Travelodge in Goodmans Yard, by Tower Gateway Station, is cheap, clean, functional and a 5 min walk to the Tower. Or the Blue Orchid suits at the south end of Minories can be had for £100 a night and is very pleasant. Again, a 5 min walk. I've stayed in both, with no issues.

[Rathcon]

Thanks again all, some helpful replies and suggestions of things to do......might have to increase it to a three or four day trip now!!

[TCX]

Rathcon said:

Thanks again all, some helpful replies and suggestions of things to do......might have to increase it to a three or four day trip now!!

Seriously do that,so much more enjoyable being able to relax not rush around, plenty to do n see, different style of food each day,you'll enjoy it so much more

[Gareth1974]

If you travel by train, you can get 2 for 1 entry at the Tower of London (plus lots of other attractions) https://www.daysoutguide.co.uk/tower-of-london

I often stay at the Leonardo St Pauls, it's an easy walk from there to the Tower of London, opposite the Tate Modern and a nice walk to Borough Market. It's often available at a good price on Lastminute.com as a secret hotel - look for the description:

"Overlooking one of London’s most iconic landmarks, this contemporary four-star hotel features a luxury spa and pool, three restaurants and a 24-hour bar. A Trip Advisor Traveller’s Choice, this hotel is known for its great location, fantastic views and a light and airy design throughout."

Edited by Gareth1974 on Monday 14th March 14:31