When you’re visiting a city, especially one as busy and exciting as London, it’s important to know you’ve got somewhere comfortable to rest your head at night. With so much to see and do, being able to get a good night’s sleep is incredibly important – and we’re here to help. Keep reading to discover some of the most deliciously comfortable hotel beds and premium hotels in the Big Smoke…
The Berkeley, Knightsbridge
A 5-star luxury hotel in SW1, The Berkeley is something special; offering afternoon tea with a twist, impeccable service and its very own spa, all within a beautifully designed building (thanks to their collaboration with A-list interior designers) it’s a truly magical location. The rooftop pool has stunning views of Hyde Park, and there is a terrace bar for sitting back and soaking up the city. With rooms labelled as the ‘epitome of modern luxury’, you’ll fall in love. Not only that, but reviews rave over the sumptuously comfortable king-sized beds – you’ll sleep so well, you’ll be perfectly refreshed and ready for your bespoke Berkeley breakfast.
Aloft London ExCel
Conveniently located next to the city’s incredible Excel Exhibition Centre, this is the perfect option if you’re heading to a convention or event. For something like that you definitely want to be well rested, and luckily the Aloft have comfortable beds in simply yet stylish rooms. Offering a meeting space, indoor pool, fitness centre, restaurant and laundry, the Aloft London Excel blends business and pleasure incredibly. Canary Wharf, the O2 Arena and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park are all nearby too.
ibis London City, Shoreditch
The ibis have a range of hotels right across London, and this one is no exception when it comes to how comfy the beds are. Across the group, ibis hotels have their very own smart beds; these have an ‘ultra-comfortable mattress topper’ which offers bodily support and perfectly complements the bed and mattress itself. On top of improving your sleep, a mattress topper protects the mattress below it – this makes for unrivalled and long-lasting comfort. The ibis London City is centrally located with an underground station just a 1-minute walk away; the hotel has free Wi-Fi and its own bar/restaurant.
The Carlton Tower, Knightsbridge
Another luxury addition to the list, The Carlton is a ‘modern classic’ which has been beautifully reinvented to provide a stunning place to stay in the city. With world-renowned pastry chef Jessica Prealpato preparing an elegant afternoon tea, a completely zen spa area and a variety of spacious and stylish rooms to choose from, this is the ideal base for exploring the city. The beds are soft cocoons of luxury, meaning you’ll sleep soundly after a day of sightseeing or a night on the town!
citizenM Tower of London
The height of modernity, CitizenM hotels have their very own app which you can use to control the lights, blinds and temperature as well as the TV. Centrally located, their Tower of London hotel is right above Tower Hill tube stop so you can get around the city with ease before coming back to relax and drift off in the XL beds offered at CitizenM hotels. There are super fluffy pillows, along with mood lighting and blackout blinds meaning you’re bound to get a good night’s sleep here – the environment is just right! Wi-Fi is free and fast, and the rooms even have different AM and PM shower gels in the power shower. Talk about innovation…
Shangri-La at the Shard
One of the most decadent hotels in Britain, the Shangri-La at the Shard starts on floor 34 of this iconic building – that’s a huge 125 metres above ground level. Everything about this hotel just oozes luxury: from their 3 signature dining venues to London’s highest rooftop pool, you’ll be spoilt for things to experience here. Every one of the 202 rooms and suites has a floor-to-ceiling view from vast windows, meaning you can see across London from the comfort of your body-contouring bed. With Frette linens adding that even more luxurious feel to the beds, this is guaranteed to be one of the best night’s sleep you ever get. Even the bathrooms are on another level, offering heated flooring and mirror-embedded TVs!
London is one of those cities that caters to just about everybody, and we all deserve a fantastic night’s sleep when exploring the bustling capital. A comfortable bed will ensure you get that, and these hotels are renowned for having some of the very best.
