Shangri-La The Shard, London

Hotels
Shangri-La Group
10 (2625 reviews)
31 St Thomas Street , London , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Welcoming staff
Stunning views
Cons:
Housekeeping issues
Poor breakfast service

Categories

Cleanliness
10
Housekeeping reportedly entered the room without permission and cleanliness issues were noted.
Service
10
Staff were described as very welcoming and helpful, but service during breakfast was chaotic.
Location
10
The views over London Bridge were highlighted as amazing.
Room Quality
10
Room described as good with blackout blinds and a comfy bed, but some amenities were lacking.
Amenities
10
The gym was described as very small, limiting workout options.
Value for Money
10
Expected better quality food and service for the money spent.
Food and Beverage
10
Breakfast experience was disappointing, with a long wait and standard quality food.
Overall Experience
10
Mixed feelings with some positives but significant issues impeding overall enjoyment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 22:41

Property Description

Luxurious 5-Star Experience at Shangri-La Hotel The Shard, London

Occupying levels 34-52, the Shangri-La Hotel The Shard, London offers unparalleled luxury with breathtaking views of the capital. Exquisite Dining and Highest Bar in London The hotel boasts an exquisite restaurant and the highest bar in London, serving cocktails until late, providing guests with a memorable dining experience.

Unmatched Room Features Each uniquely designed guest room features floor-to-ceiling windows with spectacular city views and the luxurious 'Shangri-La Bed'. Rooms are equipped with modern amenities including a TV, coffee machine, complimentary WiFi, and binoculars for sightseeing.

Ultimate Relaxation and Entertainment The en suite marble bathrooms offer underfloor heating, separate bath tubs, and glass-enclosed showers, complemented by plush bathrobes, Acqua di Parma toiletries, and integrated TV screens in mirrors. With 3 dining venues and GŎNG, London's highest champagne and cocktail bar, the Shangri-La Hotel The Shard promises an unforgettable stay.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at Shangri-La Hotel The Shard, London.

Important information:

Advanced bookings for the restaurant and bar are strongly recommended. Availability at TĪNG restaurant and lounge and GŎNG cannot be guaranteed without prior booking. Visits to Bar 31 do not require a prior reservation.

Please note that the 3-course lunch booked as a supplement in TĪNG restaurant also requires prior booking to make sure availability can be provided.

All breakfast-inclusive rates refer to Ting restaurant on level 35. In-room dining is available at a surcharge.

Please note that for the New Years Special, the property will send special terms and conditions after booking. This must be confirmed by the guest and send back to the hotel before check-in.

For nonrefundable reservations the Hotel will send a secure online payment link via Booking.com, valid for 24 hrs to complete the payment. The reservation will automatically cancel if deposit is not received within 24 hrs.

The images displayed for the rooms are sample images only. Views may differ depending on the position of the room however all of our rooms and suites face outwards and overlook London.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 70 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 12 years old to 17 years old stay for £75 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

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Guest Reviews

10
Based on 2625 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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Feivel solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Ismail couple gb
10
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Nomad09059594857 Business Singapore
2
Beautiful Views, Deeply Disappointing Service
Pros:

Extremely disappointing stay at Shangri-La The Shard. I’ve stayed at several Shangri-La properties before, but this experience was far below the standards I expected from the brand.

The front desk appeared severely understaffed and poorly managed. I waited over 30 minutes just to retrieve my suitcase, while the staff member assisting me remained completely indifferent and repeatedly gave the same unhelpful response without offering any real update or solution.

What was most frustrating was the complete lack of urgency or ownership. It was only after I approached another staff member that someone finally stepped in to help.

For a luxury hotel, it is genuinely shocking that something as basic as retrieving luggage became such a stressful and poorly handled experience. Very disappointing overall.

2026-05-28 via Tripadvisor
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Besher couple ae
8
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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kristofferhaapanen Family Helsingoer, Helsingoer Municipality, Copenhagen Region, Zealand
10
Amazing stay!
Pros:

We had the most amazing visit to the Shangri-La in London. The rooms, the view and the hospitality was more than excellent and we enjoyed every second of our stay.

2026-05-27 via Tripadvisor
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Kmullins2022 couple gb
2
Overpriced, OverHyped, go elsewhere
Pros:

the view that was it

Cons:

Disappointing stay the view was the only real highlight.

We stayed at Shangri-La The Shard, London and honestly expected far more for the price. At around £700 per night, I was expecting a genuinely special luxury experience, but sadly it felt very underwhelming.

The view was fantastic, no doubt about that, but that was about it. On arrival, there were no welcome drinks, no cold towel, and not even water offered, which surprised me for a hotel at this level. The room itself did not feel premium. For what was sold as a premium room, it felt very average honestly not far off the standard of a Premier Inn, just with a better view.

The bathroom was also disappointing, with broken floor tiles, very limited toiletries, and only one tiny soap provided. There were no thoughtful touches or complimentary treats in the room either, which you would expect from a hotel charging this kind of money.

Overall, it felt like an overhyped building rather than a proper luxury hotel experience. For the same money, there are many other hotels in London where I believe we would have been treated far better and had a much more memorable stay. Sadly, this felt like a waste of money.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Leah couple gb
10
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Escape28067792239 Couples
10
Solid 5 star in tourist location. Kind staff and great views.
Pros:

Kenny was the man! Great recommendations and very kind.

Hotel was very nice. Touristy, so pricey, but beautiful and good service.

2026-05-26 via Tripadvisor
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Elvin family_with_children gb
10
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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YURIY couple ua
10
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Lee solo_traveller es
10
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Omotayo solo_traveller lt
10
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Amina solo_traveller fr
1
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Jonathan couple gb
8
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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GoPlaces61399625802 Friends getaway
10
An outstanding experience. Amazing views and an great team.
Pros:

We had the most amazing stay in London at the Shangri-La the The Shard. The team, the service, the friendliness, the restaurants were all outstanding and best in class.
And the views !!! Wow. By far more amazing and iconic they i could have hoped for. Overall, and I have traveled extensively. This was one of my best hotel experiences ever. A huge thank you to the hotel's team especially one of the managers Gabriel, Alex who welcomed us every morning at Breakfast and couldn't have been nicer and the entire team including Housekeeping. Just a truly great stay.

2026-05-23 via Tripadvisor
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R2433PRmargaretp Couples
10
A birthday surprise.
Pros:

My husband turned 60 this month. As a surprise I had booked us in for two nights, which included his birthday, for the long weekend. Even though we live in London, I had chosen the Shangri-La as it had been a long-term dream to stay here and also it was close to the venue for his next surprise of lunch with our extended family.

He hates surprises so he did not know until we got to the hotel. But the fact that he could not stop smiling was good for me! On arrival at reception on the 35th floor, I was advised we had been upgraded and made our way to the 44th floor to our room. We both loved the luxurious suite, the spectacular views both day and night and especially the handwritten note on the window wishing him a happy birthday.

The bed was very comfortable and so big! The bathroom was huge with a bath with a view in one corner and a large shower in the other. The toilet even had a heated seat! The toiletries were great and there was everything in the bathroom cupboards and drawers available should you have forgotten anything.

All the staff we met from the concierge to reception and to the young man who bought our luggage up were very professional and friendly. The latter maybe in their job description to do so but we, especially my husband, were made to feel special.

Would we stay again? Definitely, 100% exceeded our expectations! Was it worth the cost? As a special treat, a definite yes for the comfort, the views and the great location to favourite places. Thank you so much Shangri-La!

2026-05-23 via Tripadvisor
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Rosvida family_with_children gb
10
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Zoia couple gb
10
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Hannah couple gb
6
Lovely view and room but think everything else is over rated to be honest
Pros:

The view, the room was exceptionally clean and bedding was lovely

Cons:

I think the restaurant etc over priced they charged us £55 to sit next to the window in TING. The restaurant was empty so we didnt feel like we should pay and be encouraged to book a window seat due to full capacity: the food was actually average. Plates of food did not come out at the sane time which was dissapointing hence you provide rice with the mains. We opted out of eating desert in the end and went to our room. we was given 2 faulty irons one which set off the smoke alarm while my husband was in the shower and he had to get out and staff searched our room. Very embarrassing then they confirmed it was the iron.

2026-05-21 via Nuitee