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Reviews of Sea Containers London This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

20 Upper Ground, Southwark, London, SE1 9PD, United Kingdom

#102 of 1,102 hotels in London

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Review Score

Based on 6215 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free Wifi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    8.0
    I loved every bit about my stay, the view, the ambiance the location, the variety of activities surrounding it. The fron
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast, it’s limiting not a lot of variety and they keep serving only pork and bacon and none of the other halal ones. The bed can be slightly bigger so it actually fits 2people.

    The location, the amazing ambiance, the views

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2025

    9.0
    Great hotel, friendly staff and really comfortable beds!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • River View Deluxe
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I requested cakes to be put into the room on a specific date to celebrate a birthday but they were delivered a day early which was slightly annoying but not the end of the world. We also spoke to 2 separate people about the £25 credit to be issued for not using housekeeping during our 2 night stay but after checking out, the credit was not removed and my messages with the hotel have been ignored since. The money isn’t the end of the world but it is the principle and after receiving such great service during our stay, I’ve been very shocked and disappointed by the response we have received afterwards.

    The hotel itself is beautiful and luxurious. All of the staff were so friendly and always happy to help. Buffet breakfast was excellent, one of the best we’ve had! Would love to stay again. We were also gifted 2 Prosecco vouchers which was a lovely surprise as we were there to celebrate.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2025

    10
    Stayed a few times and will stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Check in can be difficult they need so much information

    It’s close to all things in London

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2025

    8.0
    River side location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Private Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It is expensive but you are paying to be on the riverfront even though most rooms won't have a view. I had missed the damage deposit in the booking details so go prepared for £100 per person. The staff were friendly and helpful with the exception perhaps of the receptionist who handled check in - information was given so fast it was hard to take in what was said.

    The room was comfortable and clean. The bed had good pillows (not always the case) and it was very quiet at night. Location is the real star... central and close to the National Theatre, The Globe, Borough market etc.. I used the bus and tube at Blackfriars to travel further afield. Thoroughly enjoyed my weekend and the hotel definitely added to my overall experience. I didn't use any of the facilities so can't comment on the Spa or the bars.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 25, 2025

    10
    Absolutely lovely
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything was amazing

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Double
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Very clean modern hotel with quirky design features. Staff very helpful and friendly. Perfect location.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Staff were really helpful, some confusion at check in about our room, but they sorted it and looked after us while we waited. Breakfast was amazing, room was spacious and comfortable and great for families. The location was really good too.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2025

    10
    Fabulous hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • River View Balcony Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Love this hotel the balcony room is huge and view over Thames is stunning . We have stayed a few times and would return

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2025

    10
    Great location and fabulous hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely stay in their family room for a family of 5

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2025

    8.0
    Good vibes, great service and location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Private Patio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A small issue with our room, but dealt with by staff without quibble. View from patio room was limited.

    All of it. Good vibes, great staff.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2025

    8.0
    Great stay in London
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Great stay, excellent service and wonderful location. We also enjoyed cocktails and breakfast and I would highly recommend

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2025

    8.0
    Lovely Hotel, close to amenities
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    On my visit this time, we were given a room that had no hand soap and a broken bedside lamp. However, once I informed the Reception Desk via the Whatsapp form of communication, soap was brought up to our room and I happened to see one of the Maintenance men in the corridor and reported our broken lamp and he came to fix it straight away. I felt this time around things weren’t at their usual standards, so a little disappointed as I have never at to ask for things before but all was fixed with no hassle and service was always with a smile.

    This is my go-to Hotel when visiting London as rooms are nice and clean, comfy bed and lovely staff.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2025

    10
    Great hotel in a prime location
    • Family with young children
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not much. Really great stay.

    Great hotel, fab location for Tate modern. Hotel restaurant was excellent. Best prime rib i have ever had. It was truly excellent. Fun relaxed vibe. Its a proper 5* hotel. Water fountains a very nice touch. Nespresso machine. All the goodies. It delivered.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Double
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Location and breakfast

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2025

    10
    Perfect Location. Great Staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Perfect location to get to, and hit the city sites. Staff are exceptional

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2025

    9.0
    Nice location, nice hotel, nice staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    More privacy. Didn’t need housekeeping everyday, don’t need someone coming later asking about housekeeping.

    Room service until 4:30 am. Staff were very friendly. Nice location, close to tube.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    8.0
    Great hotel on the South Bank
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The view from my room was of the side of an office building, there were workmen on the floor facing my room.

    A spacious and comfortable room, with a large bathroom. This hotel has everything, including a cinema. The water stations on each floor were particularly useful during a heatwave. Also there are plenty of lifts, I never had to wait for one. Great location on the river, ideal for the Southbank Centre and the National Theatre.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • River View Deluxe
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent all round! Nothing to complain about.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2025

    10
    My favourite London hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    The location is great with walking distance of tourist attractions.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2025

    9.0
    A wonderful stay at Sea Containers Hotel—cozy, clean, and excellently located
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Double
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel lacks a business center, a pool, and kids’ activity facilities, which would be expected at a five-star hotel.

    The location is excellent—just a short walk to Blackfriars and Waterloo stations, with a bus stop only 300 meters away and taxis readily available. Major tourist attractions like the Southbank, London Eye, and Big Ben are just minutes away, while Waitrose and a pharmacy are also very close. The room was very clean and comfortable, and I appreciated the daily supervision of the cleaning staff. The hotel provides a WhatsApp service for the butler, which is incredibly quick and efficient. The overall atmosphere maintains true five-star quality. Special thanks to Jairo, Shuma, Babs, Danniela, Maria, Lilliana, and Joy for their excellent service and thoughtful complimentary benefits. This was our fourth time staying at Sea Containers, and we keep coming back for the staff’s gentleness, professionalism, and the consistently high quality offered.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2025

    10
    Worth it for a special occasion
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A few bar staff in the rooftop var were not friendly notveven smiling but our servers were wonderful

    View and the luxurious feel most staff were beyond lovely and I really felt they cared. There for a birthday celebration and I feel they went over and beyond.i definitely go back.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Definitely on the pricey side, but then you pay for location and comfort.

    Fantastic location, next to Blackfriars and a stones throw from Bankside and the South Bank. Ideal for our needs.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2025

    10
    Excellent stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room with Private Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location

    Stayed in August 2025

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