Southbank
Sea Containers London
Set on the South Bank within the iconic Sea Containers House, Sea Containers London pairs Tom Dixon’s maritime-inflected interiors and a copper‑clad lobby with riverside dining. Standouts: the rooftop 12th Knot bar with sweeping Thames and City views and an acclaimed cocktail venue — a refined, design‑led refuge for discerning travelers.
- Panoramic or landmark views Rooftop and river-facing public and guest spaces provide panoramic views across the River Thames and the City of London (12th Knot rooftop and river-view rooms advertise skyline and St Paul's/Thames vistas).
- Prime location (landmark adjacent, riverfront, iconic neighbourhood) Riverside location on London’s South Bank between Waterloo and Blackfriars Bridges with direct access to the Thames Path and proximity to cultural attractions and transport links.
- Art or curated design collection Interiors by Tom Dixon's Design Research Studio and curated period-themed Cabin Suites (Art Deco, Edwardian, Mid‑Century, Dynasty) with vintage/antique furnishings and bespoke design collaborations (Sea Containers x Vinterior).
- Historical building / heritage architecture The hotel occupies the landmark Sea Containers House building on the Thames; the property’s history and refit reference the building’s past and transatlantic design influences in its refurbishment and rebranding.
- Sustainability / eco-certified operations Active ESG programme using FuturePlus, BREEAM 'Very Good' certification, 100% renewable electricity via Good Energy (on-site solar contribution), energy & water monitoring via CarbonXGen and ongoing sustainability reporting and impact programmes.
- Technologically advanced rooms (automation, voice control, smart-home integration) In-room smart outlets at bedside/workspace, Chromecast-enabled TVs, Nespresso machines and integration with Digital Check‑In/Apple Wallet room keys (digital key access to rooms, gym and lifts).
- other: Curzon Cinema (in-house cinema) On-site Curzon Cinema (56 seats) screening films for guests with dedicated cinema programming and occasional member/guest events.
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Rooms and suites
Deluxe Family Room
Room · 646 feet² · City view · Air conditioning · Ensuite bathroom · Flat-screen TV
Suite with River View
Private suite · 635 feet² · Landmark view · River view · Air conditioning · Ensuite bathroom
Superior Family Room
Room · 646 feet² · City view · Air conditioning · Ensuite bathroom · Flat-screen TV
River View Deluxe
Room · 344 feet² · Landmark view · River view · Air conditioning · Ensuite bathroom
Studio
Entire studio · 431 feet² · Air conditioning · Ensuite bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Apartment
Entire apartment · 1206 feet² · Private kitchenette · Ensuite bathroom · Landmark view · River view
River View Balcony Suite
Private suite · 700 feet² · Balcony · Landmark view · River view · Air conditioning
Standard Family Room
Room · 624 feet² · City view · Air conditioning · Ensuite bathroom · Flat-screen TV
Superior Double Double
Room · 312 feet² · Air conditioning · Ensuite bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Superior Double Room with Private Patio
Room · 312 feet² · City view · Air conditioning · Patio · Ensuite bathroom
One-Bedroom Suite
Private suite · 635 feet² · City view · Air conditioning · Ensuite bathroom · Flat-screen TV
Family Double Room
Room · 646 feet² · City view · Air conditioning · Ensuite bathroom · Flat-screen TV
Amenities
Wellness
- Hot Tub / Spa agua Spa – an urban spa playground with treatment & beauty rooms, relaxation lounge and a menu of personalised spa treatments for guests.
- Steam Room Dedicated steam room at agua Spa (available to hotel residents; steam room access daily, typically 09:30–19:00 and available to guests who have booked a spa treatment).
- Wellness treatments (massage, facial, hydrotherapy, etc.) Personalised spa treatment menu at agua Spa delivered in treatment & beauty rooms (massage and beauty treatments available to book for residents and visitors).
- Fitness centre 24/7 fully equipped gym with Technogym cardio and strength equipment, Hydrow rowers, free weights and integrated smartphone connectivity for cardio machines.
- other: Peloton Concierge / Peloton bike rental Peloton Concierge service – Peloton bikes can be requested for guests (Peloton available to rent, quoted at £35 per day for Superior Patio rooms and above; can be reserved via Guest Services).
- other: Theragun Pro percussive device rental Theragun Pro percussive massage devices available to rent for guests to support post-workout recovery (rental available via Guest Services, advertised at £35 per day).
Dining
- Fine dining restaurant(s) Sea Containers Restaurant – all‑day riverside restaurant offering seasonal, ingredient-led American-British menus with riverside views; suitable for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
- Casual restaurant / café The Den – riverside lobby lounge and coffee bar serving all‑day coffee, pastries, light bites and takeaway hot drinks in the riverside lobby.
- Bar / lounge Lyaness – award-recognised cocktail bar by Ryan Chetiyawardana (Mr Lyan) offering inventive cocktails and special collaboration menus; operates evening service with bookings recommended.
- Rooftop bar / terrace dining 12th Knot – eclectic rooftop bar & terrace with panoramic skyline and Thames views, DJs and seasonal small plates and drinks (rooftop sessions and weekend DJs regularly programmed).
- Private dining room Private Dining Room at Sea Containers Restaurant – intimate private dining for up to 22 guests with its own secluded south-facing terrace (private dining enquiries available).
Services
- 24-hour room service 24-hour room service available to guests (orderable via QR code on in-room TV).
- Dry cleaning / laundry service Laundry & dry cleaning service available for guests (fees apply; same‑day service offered via Guest Experience team).
- Meeting / event facilities Meeting and events spaces across the hotel, plus private dining and group booking options for F&B outlets and dedicated event enquiries.
- Digital check-in / mobile key Digital Check‑In with the option to add room key to Apple Wallet (room key in Apple Wallet provides access to room, gym and lifts; digital check‑in launched for reservations from 9 January 2025 onwards).
- Pet services / pet-friendly amenities Dog-friendly policy for well-behaved dogs (weight limit ~20lbs / dog-specific T&Cs apply); dogs permitted in bedrooms and Sea Containers Restaurant with a pet waiver and deposit required; dog bowls and pet amenities available on request.
- Bicycle storage / rental Secure bike storage offered as part of the Commuter Club benefits (hotel provides information on local cycling routes and secure storage for cyclists).
Good to know
- Check in
- From 15:00
- Check out
- Until 12:00
- Breakfast
- Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go
- Built
- 1978
- Last refurbished
- 2014
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