The Lalit London, London

The Lalit London - A luxury boutique hotel in a historic Victorian school building with pan-Indian dining and spa facilities

Occupying a Grade II listed 19th-century former grammar school building designed by Edward Mountford, The Lalit London offers 70 individually designed rooms and suites featuring marble bathrooms, Nespresso machines, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Baluchi restaurant serves contemporary Indian cuisine using organic ingredients in the restored Great Hall, while the Teacher's Room bar offers cocktails and the Headmaster's Room specializes in cognacs and champagnes. The property includes Rejuve spa offering Ayurvedic and Western therapies, multiple meeting rooms accommodating up to 14 delegates, and a fitness center. Located at 181 Tooley Street in South Bank, The Lalit London is 1968.5 ft from London Bridge station and 2952.8 ft from Tower Bridge, with The Shard visible from some upper-floor rooms. Guests can enjoy afternoon tea service in the gallery space at The Lalit London.

Pros

Historic Grade II listed building originally designed by Edward Mountford in the Victorian era

Baluchi restaurant serves contemporary Indian cuisine using organic ingredients in a restored assembly hall

Rejuve spa offers holistic treatments combining Eastern and Western therapies with herbal infusions

Multiple meeting rooms available, with the largest accommodating up to 14 delegates

Some upper-floor rooms feature 30-foot high ceilings and views of The Shard

Cons

The smallest room category (Cosy Classroom) measures 200 ft²/172 ft² with single occupancy only

No swimming pool or extensive wellness facilities beyond the spa treatments