The Bermondsey Square Hotel

Hotels
Bespoke
8.4 (162 reviews)
Bermondsey Square, Tower Bridge Road, London, England, SE1 3UN , London , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Library
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Multilingual staff
Smoke-free property
Tours/ticket assistance
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Reception hall
Lot hours - 24 hours
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Extremely helpful and kind staff
Rooms reported as clean
Good location near restaurants and bars
Cons:
Tired, scuffed decor and dated furnishings
Air conditioning not working
Reception charged a £25 holding deposit / Apple Pay not accepted
Limited in-room amenities (no USB, only one bedside light)

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Rooms were reported as clean, though reviewers noted scuffed walls and marked furniture.
Service
10
Mixed reports: one review praises staff as extremely helpful and going above and beyond, while another mentions staff appearing too busy and a reception holding-charge issue; overall service is highlighted positively and is rated highly to reflect the very strong praise.
Location
9.6
Close to a number of nice restaurants and bars; location is called out positively.
Room Quality
6
Described as tired with scuffed walls, dated furnishings, only one bedside light and no USB charging socket—room quality viewed negatively.
Amenities
6.5
Some amenities issues reported (air conditioning did not work, lack of USB charging in room).
Value for Money
7
Value affected by an unexpected £25 holding charge at reception despite prepayment and limited in-room amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Overall Experience
9.5
Mixed overall: exceptional, attentive service and clean rooms noted, offset by tired decor, room deficiencies and an administrative holding-charge issue; overall leans positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 00:19

Property Description

Terrace with Stunning Views
Take in breathtaking views from our terrace while enjoying the fresh air.

Concierge Services and Complimentary Wi-Fi
Make your stay hassle-free with our concierge services and stay connected with our complimentary wireless internet access.

Cozy Coffee Shop and English Breakfasts
Indulge in delicious English breakfasts at our coffee shop/cafe, available daily for a fee.

Immerse yourself in luxury at The Bermondsey Square Hotel. Book now to experience upscale accommodations and exceptional service in the heart of London.

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol is not served at this property.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Food & Beverage

    No alcohol served onsite

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • Guest type

    LGBTQ friendly

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 162 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 10
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 6.5
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 9.4
Overall Experience: 9.5
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alisonlD7232ES Family
10
Best Service In Town!:)
Pros:

The staff are extremely helpful and kind. They went over and beyond with amazing customer service. Everything about this hotel is 5 stars!:)

2026-04-09 via Tripadvisor
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richardmQ4946PW Business
6
Average
Pros:

Air con didn’t work and reception took £25 cash off me as a holding charge (said Apple Pay not acceptable) when I had already pre paid for the room

2026-04-09 via Tripadvisor
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emmjaybee Couples
4
Tired hotel with disinterested service
Pros:

A sad and tired hotel both in decor and service. The walls were scuffed and marked, furnishings felt like they were from the 1990s (only one side of the bed had a bedside light and no USB charging socket) and the staff always seemed too busy doing something else to help. Honestly a professional painter could have improved our room in an hour and a half!

In its favour the rooms were clean (apart from the scuffed walls and furniture) and it is close to some really nice restaurants and bars (hence the 2 stars)

2026-02-28 via Tripadvisor
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N5934IAsusanp Couples
8
Excellent and caring staff
Pros:

The hotel was lovely the room was nice weirdly shaped. The staff were caring. Would go back again . Very clean. Food was lovely. The only thing was that they never sold alcohol. Because of there region

2026-01-27 via Tripadvisor
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Scenic42389924273 Friends getaway Zagreb, Central Croatia
10
What an amazing experience! 😍
Pros:

We came to this hotel after being scammed by Airbnb in the middle of the night in London. From the moment we entered the hotel, the staff were incredibly caring and understanding about what had just happened to us. They booked us a perfect room and paid attention to every detail. The hotel itself is wonderful, with beautiful and clean rooms, amazing staff, and a tasty breakfast. The location was perfect for our visit, as it is close to many tourist attractions and well connected by public transport. We truly felt at home and will definitely choose this hotel again on our next trip to London.

2026-01-19 via Tripadvisor
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MathiasM507 Friends getaway Zagreb, Central Croatia
10
Amazing
Pros:

We had an amazing stay at this hotel. After being scammed by an Airbnb, we arrived at the hotel at 2 a.m. without a prior reservation. The receptionist welcomed us so warmly that, after such a stressful and disgusting experience with Airbnb, our mood instantly improved.

The hotel itself is beautiful, and the rooms are lovely, clean, and maintained. The breakfast was absolutely excellent, with great food and quality. Every single member of the hotel staff was kind and helpful.

I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting London. It truly is a wonderful place, with fantastic staff, beautiful rooms, and delicious food. All in all, we are already planning to return to London, and we will definitely stay at this hotel again.

2026-01-19 via Tripadvisor
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Jeannie088 Couples Whitstable, Kent, England
10
Great stay, good location
Pros:

Good location, comfortable room and bathroom. Had problems using the website (as a member) and had to book through Booking.com and missed out on the included breakfast. We were offered £2.00 per person towards breakfast but we would have still been out of pocket over the advertised members rate .

2026-01-03 via Tripadvisor
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G6649SMannab Couples
10
Would definitely recommend ✨
Pros:

Very nice clean hotel!
We loved our stay. The room and bathroom were very clean and quite modern. The bed was super comfy, wish we could stay for another night!

2026-01-01 via Tripadvisor
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jacquelinebQ8588RD Family Western Cape
4
Location great, rooms and bathrooms are outdated or not working
Pros:

Location is great and staff are friendly. Rooms are outdated and furniture broken. Bathrooms fosets are broken and there was no hot water for two days. Rooms are not well lit.

2025-12-17 via Tripadvisor
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oceanbluemag Friends getaway County Cork
6
Cigarette smoke fumes in room
Pros:

Great staff and breakfast and comfy beds. Great location. However it felt like we were breathing in cigarette smoke the whole time. It seemed to originate from the bathroom vent. Complained at checkout and received a very surprised reaction - nobody had ever made that complaint before. And then another guest who was checking out said they had the same problem and had indeed complained the night they arrived. They were in the room directly below us. We received no acknowledgement from management that there was any issue.

2025-11-20 via Tripadvisor
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neilhodgkins Couples Norwich, Norfolk, East Anglia, England
8
Good for two days but poor breakfast.
Pros:

For the price, the room was good; clean, spacious enough for two nights. Little storage for hanging clothes could have been an issue for longer stays.
Breakfast was poor, especially the cooked food where it was luke warm at best and turkey bacon just isn't pleasant.

2025-11-17 via Tripadvisor
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sarahA1895LE Solo travel
10
Great location decent rooms great customer service
Pros:

Great location decent rooms and great customer service and nice breakfast and always willing to help with anything.I highly recommend staying at bermondsey square hotel and I will be staying with them again in the near future.

2025-11-17 via Tripadvisor
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V751LIjamesb Family
10
Honest review
Pros:

The location is great, breakfast was great, the value was excellent. Room cleanliness was excellent. The noise level was very quiet. The only problem was the room temperature, it was too warm and the window could not be opened for fresh air. It would be nice if you could turn the temperature down or tilt the window. Service was excellent.

2025-10-06 via Tripadvisor
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G7152RWtanyae Couples
8
Good value
Pros:

Friendly staff, good location. Amazing breakfast. Rooms are spacious and clean. Located close to public transportation.

2025-09-15 via Tripadvisor
9
917duartea Family
10
The hotel is very comfortable and clean, with a cozy atmosphere
Pros:

The stay was excellent! The hotel is very comfortable and clean, with a cozy atmosphere. The staff are extremely friendly and attentive. The breakfast is great, varied and of high quality.

In the room, there is always tea, a coffee machine, cookies, and bottled water included, all replenished daily — a detail that makes a real difference.

The location is excellent: the hotel is in a very quiet neighborhood, with a supermarket just across the street, and about 10 minutes from two metro stations, which makes getting around very easy. It’s also only 13 minutes to the famous Tower Bridge and 15 minutes to Borough Market on foot.

Without a doubt, I highly recommend this hotel!

2025-09-11 via Tripadvisor
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eandl135 Couples Los Angeles, California
10
Enjoy our stay
Pros:

Thanks for all the staffs including front desk, restaurant and management for being very friendly and helpful to solve the problem we run into. E bike/scooter rental lot right across the street. Great location, quiet neighborhood, a 75 year history of antique market is held on every Friday in front of hotel square and indoor that surprised me, I did buy something there. We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.

2025-09-06 via Tripadvisor
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giovannarZ2662NY Family
10
Excellent hotel near Tower bridge
Pros:

The hotel is very nice, the room is large and comfortable. Position is good and served by many different bus lines, which allow to reach the metro station of Tower Bridge quickly. Bermondsey street is full of good restaurants

2025-08-13 via Tripadvisor
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jolaallaway Couples Salisbury, Wiltshire, England
8
Good hotel, great location
Pros:

My husband and I enjoyed our 2 night stay. We had our dog with us and he was made to feel welcome.

The location is about 10 minutes walk from London Bridge station which offers access to both underground and overground rail services. The Shard is right next to the station, Borough Market just a few steps on, so lots to see and do within walking distance.

Lots of restaurants and pubs en route, a busy area but felt really safe. There’s a Sainsbury’s Local right opposite the hotel, ideal for any small bits of shopping.

The room itself was spacious, not a lot of cupboard space, but enough for a couple of days. The shower was lovely, but it was only an overhead one, so tricky when I didn’t want to wet my hair. The bed was comfortable, though a small double (I thought it was going to be bigger). The room was very quiet even though it overlooked a road; that was very welcome. As far as the dog was concerned, there was a small bit of green space opposite.

Breakfast was small but perfectly adequate, enough choice for us.

In summary, a good experience overall.

2025-07-27 via Tripadvisor
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pemme1 Family us
2
Worst hotel in London !!!
Pros:

Worst hotel experience I’ve ever had traveling anywhere in the world.
Maids love to slam room doors all afternoons when guests are resting.
Disruptive guests are allowed to ruin vacations without being removed from the premises.
Stay away at all costs if you want a quiet pleasurable place to relax and enjoy..!

2025-07-24 via Tripadvisor
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YokoOgi Family
8
Affordable and confortable hotel
Pros:

A bit of a walk from London Bridge Station, especially with luggage, but great access to trains, the Tube, and buses.Located in a lively area with small stylish pubs and cafés. Friendly staff. Simple, clean, and well-equipped room. The breakfast restaurant was convinient, with a decent variety of food.More affordable than central London, and comfortable for a short stay.

2025-07-17 via Tripadvisor