Thames river views in London

“My son and I wanted to see what the Thames had to offer and the Thames Rocket experience was the perfect option for us. We are not big fans of the long tours so this option allowed us to have a bit of excitement with a bit of history about London provided by our fabulous tour guides. A special thanks to Ed and Rob who both made the quick trip exciting and completely enjoyable. We were on a quick tour without feeling like we were with a tour guide. Definitely recommend Thames Rocket Tour!”

“Top experience. Speed, "dangerous" turns, bumps, commentary, opportunity to take photos/videos along Thames and a free bier/soda. Time went so fast.”

“An absolutely thrilling experience viewing a re-run of Top Gun Maverick in Dolby Cinema. I believe it’s the first independent Dolby Cinema site in the world! Amazing. The venue has the privilege of being located inside the wonderfully restored Battersea Power Station. I have visited their boutique cinema in the Arches at the complex and I have always been a fan of their cinemas but the newly opened Dolby Cinema is pure magic. The sound is absolutely out of this world and the picture is stunning. I can compare this to the Dolby Cinema Odeon in Leicester Square and this venue beats it hands down. Far better seats ensuring a brilliant view even for shorter customers. Amazingly dark so you can really experience the contrast visually and totally immersive and clean sound that makes you feel the audio but doesn't deafen you. Five out of five stars seems stingy to be honest. I just wish I could give it more. I left this beautiful venue last night with a grin on my face! We will be seeing Avatar in 3D tomorrow. Bring it on!”

“Complete life savers, after another company let us down when we booked a trip to scatter ashes, I called this company. Tina was out of this world, I explained our situation and she couldn't do enough to help. Booked our trip the same day and rescued the day. Thank you so much.”

“While the price up front may seem quite daunting, it is certainly worth every penny. The staff were exceptional, catering to our every need, especially Sonya, who was able to secure us bookings in the restaurants of our choice every evening with no problems at all. The room was unbelievable. The views out the window were worth the price alone. The restaurant in the hotel was exceptional as well, with the Mongolian Beef being my recommendation. In summary, the Shangri-La is a once in a lifetime experience that should not be missed.”

“Well that was fun. Had low expectations over 90 mins going from Kew to Westminster yesterday at 4.30pm but it was excellent! Lovely friendly crew. Very professional. Non evasive and funny commentary (and learnt a few things!). Well priced (and unusually well stocked) bar . It was great! Recommended. Top notch lads”

“I eat there almost every day!! perfect food, friendly people, lots of choices on the menu... and the warm seating is priceless!! thank you”

“Really nice hotel. Rooms aren't massive but big enough, they are well appointed. Good coffee machine (Nespresso), and bathroom with rainfall shower. Rooms service is really good and the staff are all very nice. This hotel is in sight of houses of parliament. If you fancy getting out pop down to Vauxhall Arches to the food hall, a really great place to find lots of different cuisine. It's not the cheapest but it's a great location. Breakfast looked decent, I didn't eat the hot but it looked nice. Lots of choice.”

“Incredible place to stay for the night, highly recommend a room that's 30 floors up, Fantastic views of London! Breakfast was superb , your paying for high quality food and the amazing views as far as the London Eye, The Shard and many otherlandmarks.. all this served on floor 37. Had a slight issue with noisy guest but resolved very efficiently. Top marks highly recommend”

“Second time on the RIB experience, and although the weather was rainy, our guide was amazingly upbeat, and I've never laughed so much in ages. Hurtling from the Thames barrier to Tower Bridge at 40 knots in torrential rain, with a James bond soundtrack, with the accompanying flapping of 8 transparent ponchos, was a sight to behold. Worth every penny!”

“A touch of class & as good as you could wish for! A contemporary hotel with character and a great location to experience everything London has to offer. Walking distance to most attractions & a short hop on the Underground if you need venture further. The team are friendly & attentive, willing to ensure your experience is a great one! We can't wait to visit again!”

“Lovely park with beautiful river views. Really nice for a family walk, taking the baby for a stroll, or just going for a run, especially during quiet times. It feels very serene on weekday afternoons. You may even see some fruit trees!”

“Wow - in one word, Wow! You can feel the night is about to get good when you walk into the doors and are greeted by beaming smiles, warmth of a kitchen and the aroma of butter and garlic. We arrived early (45 min before our table was booked) and without hesitation we were ushered to a understated but chic bar where we waited for our dinner companions and enjoyed two excellent cocktails. Please try the whisky sour if that’s your thing, had a lemon rind addition which was very special. We met our dinner companions and got our table where we were very quickly transported to the very best of Italy. The simple fact is everything is great. I understand the menu changes daily. I will need to go again to verify but the idea is brilliant. Smallish menu but everything has been chosen with freshness in mind and executed brilliantly. My only suggestion is go with a few people who don’t mind sharing so you can enjoy as many dishes as possible. My highlight was the turbot with mushrooms and beans. Seasoned well, a generous amount of butter and olive oil and amazing in season mushrooms. Bravo/Brava to the chefs”

“Absolutely fantastic!The venue has been organised here for 3 days only .I loved how they organised everything. The staff were lovely. We had great experience. If your child loves building bricklive is the place to be.”

“Lovely hotel, gorgeous location on the river. Staff are super courteous and go the extra mile to make your stay enjoyable. The gym is very well equipped and maintained, and there are lots of conference rooms.”

“Super Hotel, amazing staff, best location ! We were there for 7 nights with a family of 5 so we booked 2 rooms. The hotel is easily accessible from Waterloo underground or Waterloo train station. The entrance & lobby are spotless and spacious. The front desk staff are amazing, thank you Ana and Francesca for all your help ! The rooms were really spacious, comfortable, clean, and all the fittings were in good working order. With a large selection of TV channels and a kettle, tea, coffee, and biscuits, just right for a quick relax. The breakfast was amazing with something for everyone, whether you like a full English breakfast or something more "continental", it's all there. I used the workout room nearly everyday, it's well stocked with enough equipment to easily work off those extra breakfast calories. The concierge service was very useful and the people there were wonderfully helpful. I had some packages delivered there prior to our arrival, stored luggage there and booked a car to take us back to the airport. Thank you ! All in all we would love to come back to this wonderful hotel. If you are in London and looking a great hotel in a perfect location, this is the one for you.”

“This hotel was AMAZING!!! I had never been to London but was told to stay in Westminster and I’m so happy to have stayed in this hotel. The hotel is near (less than .5 mil in any direction) most things tourists want to see . It’s situatuted in a beautiful area of London as well. First off, it’s beautiful inside and out. DO NOT SKIP BREAKFAST, because it’s the best hotel breakfast I’ve ever had at a hotel. A full array of meats, cheeses, breads and side dishes. Most days I skipped lunch because I ate too much at breakfast! The room was amazing and clean. The bed was larger than expected (most European hotel beds are smaller) and it was very comfortable. The staff is fantastic. I wanted to visit a popular restaurant and asked the staff to make me a reservation. They immediately called and said the restaurant was full, but the restaurant had a sister location in Chelsea that they already called and had availability. They called a cab for me and it ended up being one of my best meals on our trip across Europe. All of this to say, I will be staying there again and I would highly recommend this hotel.”

“First I really want to pay appreciation for the front desk team and reservation team. Mar 01 around 14:30, my wife had to check in alone, and the two male staffs at the front desk was so kind and helpful. Due to sudden work issue I couldn't join so my wife had to visit alone, I did inform this to the front desk and they were so willing to help... what really impressed me wad they really had good intention to help. All the front desk team was so professional and helpful Also Ms. Leah who sincerely replied to my reservation request, I thank you so much too”

“The bar at the lobby of Hilton Tower Bridge became one of my favourite spots. It’s very comfortable and not crowded, and besides having a wide selection of drinks, they also serve food and prices won’t break the bank. It can be lovely to seat up and do some work while enjoying the delicious food and friendliness of their staff members. Anca in special is not only very knowledgeable but also very friendly that suggest the best foods on the menu always. If you haven’t stop by, you surely don’t know what are you missing! Besides the bar, there is the restaurant, and also some sort of private area around the lobby in which I believe it can be used for some private gatherings. The place is absolutely clean up to high standards. Definitely recommend, and surely will be back often! A big thanks to the whole Team.”

“Excellent services, all the staff were friendly,welcoming, quick to respond to queries and guide you appropriately. They were always smiling showing they were ready and happy to serve us. Great food. The room was spacious, clean and had facilities that i needed including iron kettle...I loved the the hotel decor and the building. The atmosphere was peaceful and calm. I would definitely visit again and recommend friends to visit. I had fantastic time qt the hotel”

“Really enjoyed our boat ride to Greenwich, fantastic value-£18.50 for a 2 hour round trip taking in all the sights then free time to explore Greenwich. We were pleasantly surprised by how nice Greenwich is to walk around and how much there is to see up there, especially the park and maritime museum. The guide on the boat was also very good- engaging and interesting information about all the sights we were passing, including more obscure facts. You also have a choice of sitting indoors or out on the deck.”

“We had a wonderful family dinner at Waterfront Brasserie. The food and drinks were exceptional, there were plenty of vegetarian and vegan food options. Great ambience on a Saturday evening, DJ music was fabulous too. The service was over and above, Marketa really looked after us! Thank you for a fabulous evening! Looking forward to dining at the Waterfront Brasserie again soon!”

“Had an amazing afternoon tea here. The restaurant is beautiful! A real Instagram-able place overlooking the Thames. Food was lovely and included a glass of fizz and a coffee after. And lastly the staff are super attentive and very accommodating. I’m a stickler for service and I honestly thought they were amazing. Defo recommend.”

“Great food, service and value near the Tower of London. As an F1 fan I’ve been to a number of the races. And as a foodie, I’ve eaten in all sorts of places, from chip shops to Michelin star. So, F1 on a massive screen with surround sound and a massive Sunday roast, what better combination? Just around the corner from the Tower of London, it’s a wonderful and history filled walk to The Moretown Belle. Unlike other pubs, you’re greeted at the door by a host, with a warm smile as soon as you arrive. There’s plenty of seating , from booths, high tables and singles to groups. I went with my sister and we both decided to have the chicken for our roast. What surprised me was the variety and amount of vegetables. Fantastic - peas, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and carrots. I’m pretty sure we had a whole chicken between us. The plate was topped off with roast potatoes and an enormous Yorkshire pudding. We were true heroes and managed to eat a lot of it , but had to admit defeat. You definitely will not leave this place hungry after that roast. Service was slick and professional. I like the smart uniforms and how nothing was too much trouble. More gravy? A proper gravy boat arrived promptly. More drinks? Table service in a blink of an eye. For a part of London you’d expect to be a tourist trap, this is not. Locals, regulars, sports fans who find it online and book with their mates, families, and now me! It’s lovely to find an independent non - chain pub that really cares about just being brilliant. We will be back!”

“An excellent cruise. Very friendly and efficient staff/crew. The food was good and carefully selected. Hoping to do another one around Christmas.”

“Perfect stay with good room size, clean and very friendly staff.Twickenham high street not very far, few restaurants nearby plus petrol station across the road.”

“This is my 3rd visit to this hotel and I must say the entire staff is AMAZING! Very comfortable rooms by as well! There are two employees I would like to thank the most. Glen and Hussein! Thank you so so much gentlemen for making my stay away from home feel like home! They are both personable as well as knowledgeable of the hotel and surrounding area. Kudos gentlemen!”

“Fantastic team of staff who looked after us so well before leaving for a flight early the next morning. Special mention to Alisha/Alicia for her incredible kindness when we returned for our car 2 weeks later, and the restaurant staff at breakfast. Thank you so much! Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.”

“A nice slow trip up to Hampton court on the boat you can get refreshments teas coffees beers and snacks very friendly captain and bar staff.”

“Evening Jazz Cruise. What a brilliant evening out. Includes a three course dinner and a welcoming glass of fizz. Comfortable and very clean boat, excellent food. Very efficient, friendly staff, and the jazz quartet were excellent. All the night-time sights as you glide from Westminster to Greenwich and back. Heartily recommended.”