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Mercure London Bankside

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Located close to Tate Modern and The Shard, Mercure London Bankside provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Marco's New York Italian, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a patterned carpet.

Family Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a patterned carpet.

Privilege, Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Cosy Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite (1 King Bed and 1 Convertible Sofa Bed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a chair.

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in London City Centre, a neighborhood in London, Mercure London Bankside is near a metro station. Tate Modern and The British Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower of London. Check out an event or a game at The Arena, and consider making time for London Eye, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our London travel guide
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71-79 Southwark Street, London, England, SE1 0JA

What's nearby

  • A historic castle with towers and a river in the foreground.
    River Thames
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A large, modern building with a tall central tower, surrounded by a waterfront and trees.
    Tate Modern
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A bustling indoor market with various stalls, including a cheese stand and a produce market.
    Borough Market
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A river with modern buildings, including a distinctive tall skyscraper, and a bridge in the background.
    The Shard
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A large cathedral with a prominent dome and twin towers, surrounded by modern glass buildings.
    St. Paul's Cathedral
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Southwark Underground Station
    7 min walk
  • London Waterloo East Station
    10 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Corner
    5 min walk
  • The Distillery Bar
    2 min walk
  • The Table Café
    1 min walk
  • Miraflores Bar & Lounge
    3 min walk
  • Crosby & Hope
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 21 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Marco's New York Italian

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch plasma TV with digital channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Minors may not be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian. Guests may be required to provide proof of the parental or legal guardian relationship and authorization upon arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 13 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 21 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Mercure London Bankside pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Mercure London Bankside?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Mercure London Bankside?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Mercure London Bankside located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Tate Modern, The Shard, and St. Paul's Cathedral. London Eye and Tower of London are also within 1 mi (2 km). Southwark Underground Station is 7 minutes by foot and Borough Underground Station is 9 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Mercure London Bankside Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 540 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 348 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1002 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Staff lovely and very helpful - good location. Room clean. Would def stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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We were hapoy to stay at mercure bankside. The staff was very friendly and the room was nice. Its not the newest hotel, but kept clean. The location is very nice, a little bit more quiet, but city center is easy to reach also by foot. 5 min walk to bourough market and 2 mins to tate modern.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful staff, great breakfast and close to sights by bus or train.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super location, amenities, staff. Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A fantastic stay was had at this hotel. We were really impressed with the quality and hospitality presented to us. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Breakfast is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really great experience. Loved this hotel, had a great vibe and look. Hotel was pristine and the staff were great. Five stars all around. Will definitely visit again. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautifully facility with a great central location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was awesome, Staff was very helpful. Location was perfect for our trip
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location Cute Room very clean and nicely decorated
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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This is a comfortable hotel in a useful location for all Southbank activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely Staff great rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff, great breakfast selection nice room with all facilities you want
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice staff. Near M&S,Tesco, and Sainsbury grocery stores. Feels out of the way but it is near many tube stations. Some restaurants open near there until 11pm. 10 minute walk to Borough Market. Great deal and AC rooms. Better than staying near Charring Cross or Piccadilly. I would go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Fully functional basic hotel. It was comfortable and practical. Nothing special, but was quiet enough, amd staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, great staff, absolutely perfect location!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Courteous staff, clean rooms. Very nice stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room convenient location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, hotel good, reliable, clean and staff very nice and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Was a great location and staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff, nice bar, relaxed lounge area and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved the free cookies at reception, it was such a nice touch. The staff were super attentive and helped me with making my stay very comfortable while I was here on a work trip. Thank you Mecure Bankside for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room and friendly staff. Located near everything we wanted to see on our first trip to London.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026