citizenM London Bankside

You’re right in the heart of Bankside, with Tate Modern just a couple of minutes away. Borough Market, Shakespeare’s Globe and the Thames are all within walking distance, while the Millennium Bridge takes you across the river towards St Paul’s. Southwark and London Bridge stations are about a ten-minute walk away, and Covent Garden, Soho and the West End are easily reached by Tube.

The public spaces are where citizenM really comes alive. Expect colourful Vitra furniture, contemporary art, books and plenty of relaxed seating, creating a living-room atmosphere that works equally well for catching up on emails or settling in with a drink. It feels playful and informal rather than conventionally hotel-like.

Rooms are deliberately compact but use the space well. Each has a wall-to-wall XL king bed, rainfall shower, blackout blinds and mood lighting, with a tablet controlling everything from the temperature to the television. Chromecast also makes streaming your own content straightforward.

canteenM is open 24 hours, serving breakfast, barista coffee, sandwiches, salads and hot dishes throughout the day. In the evening, it becomes a relaxed bar for cocktails and draught beer. With Borough Market and Bankside’s restaurants nearby, there is plenty within walking distance if you want something more substantial.