Hyde London City ★★★★

Spread across seven floors, Hyde London City offers 111 elegantly designed guest rooms, a modern Turkish restaurant and a cosy underground cocktail bar.

The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable and convenient city escape. Above all, its central location is walking distance to several main attractions and well-connected to the rest of the city. This includes nearby Tube stations and bus stops as well as riverboat services departing from Blackfriars pier.

Each morning, enjoy a short stroll taking in landmarks like the Tower of London and the majestic architecture of St Paul's Cathedral. These historic buildings are framed by sleek skyscrapers like The Shard and the Gherkin, showing the city's ever-evolving skyline. Listen to the sounds of street performers in Paternoster Square, the hum of conversations from nearby cafes and the distant rumble of the Tube. At night, the city lights twinkle and the historic buildings glow as the neighbourhood takes on a quieter atmosphere.

The hotel, part of the Hyde brand, is known for its bohemian and chic style. Dating back to the Victorian era, it was the first hotel to have electric lighting in 1874 and is now a Grade II listed building. Its elegant yet contemporary decor has touches of Turkish influence throughout. Each bedroom boasts a unique design with bespoke furniture. While on the small side, they are very comfortable and stocked with luxury amenities. There is also a small but fairly well-equipped 24/7 gym in the basement.

After a day of exploring the city, the hotel's Leydi restaurant serves up Turkish cuisine in a stylish setting. Expect great hospitality and generous plates of mezze served with warm bread, flavoursome meat and fish dishes, and a natural Middle Eastern wine menu. The onsite cocktail bar, Black Lacquer, is another great setting in which to unwind with a collection of vinyl records decorating the walls and DJ performances at weekends.