Sea Containers London

Seductive and striking, Sea Containers London is a luxury hotel that sits right on the river and brings a bold contemporary energy to the area. The interiors were designed under the creative direction of renowned British designer Tom Dixon and exude 1920s cruise liner glamour with a sexy modern edge.

From the lobby guests are drawn in by a huge, copper-clad wall that resembles the hull of a ship, stretching, across the building to the river, and a giant contemporary sculpture inspired by a sailor's knot. An impressive reminder of the building's history as the former headquarters of a shipping company.

Located on the river with prime views of many of London's most iconic riverside landmarks, the river-facing suites are understandably popular, especially the gorgeous balcony rooms.

For rest and relaxation head down to the agua spa or catch a film at the hotel's boutique Curzon cinema.

Then for cocktails there's the famous Lyaness cocktail bar. Led by the multi-award-winning mixologist Mr Lyan, this innovative bar continuously features in the annual World's 50 Best awards.

The hotel's signature restaurant is the glamourous Sea Containers restaurant where outdoor seating along the river walk is also available, and to top it all off there's also the rooftop bar 12th Knot, with its glass box structure and outdoor terrace that boasts panoramic views over central London.

Situated close to Blackfriars Bridge, Sea Containers London is within walking distance of many of London's biggest attractions such as Southbank Centre, National Theatre, BFI, lastminute.com London Eye, Tate Modern and Borough Market.