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Novotel London Blackfriars

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Novotel London Blackfriars offers an eco-certified stay near Borough Market and the London Eye. Guests enjoy the indoor pool, sauna, international dishes at Jamboree Foodfest & Bar, and thoughtful amenities like a coffee shop, gym, and free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed (Executive) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed (Executive)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
46 Blackfriars Road, London, England, SE1 8NZ

What's nearby

  • Thames River - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tate Modern - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Borough Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Shard - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • London Eye - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Southwark Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London Waterloo East Station - 6 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪FCB Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Doggett's Coat & Badge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Albie Restaurant & Bar - the Hoxton - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Origin Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Art Yard Bar and Kitchen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Novotel London Blackfriars

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Tate Modern
Located close to Borough Market and London Eye, Novotel London Blackfriars provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Jamboree Foodfest & Bar, offers lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • English breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and a water dispenser
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and 7 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 182 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Free infant beds, free tea bags/instant coffee, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 21 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Jamboree Foodfest & Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 2,131 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

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
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 13 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 50
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 80
Express 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 30 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 15 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 21 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 80 (subject to availability)

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel London Blackfriars have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Novotel London Blackfriars pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 30 lbs per pet. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Novotel London Blackfriars doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Novotel London Blackfriars?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 50 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Novotel London Blackfriars?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for GBP 80 (subject to availability).

Where is Novotel London Blackfriars located?

Located in the center of London, this family-friendly hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Tate Modern and Borough Market. London Eye and The Shard are also within 1 mi (2 km). Southwark Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Blackfriars Underground Station is 8 minutes.

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Novotel London Blackfriars Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 572 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and nicely designed with good amenities. Comfy bed, great view, very clean and elegant. Excellent shower, very quiet room, and a very good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing and extremely kind. The building was beautiful and clean. I had an excellent experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel and lovely staff

We had a lovely stay here. All the facilities were excellent, the staff were all really friendly and accommodating. Special shout out to Ansel who checked us in, upgraded our room and was super helpful throughout our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Friendly helpful staff Only issue was a problem with fruit flies in the bar area…
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable hotel, Easy access to city highlights, Santander bike dock close to hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was well organized. Staff members were very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kseniya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are pleasant and friendly. Hotel is very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location and I like how the staff had first aid training. Since I burned my arm from the steam of the kettle. Staff was excellent and went above and beyond. There is nothing i didn't like.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located in a good area, easy access to transportation and walking distance to several key areas as a tourist.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Binh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and quiet hotel. Room wasn’t huge but was adequate. Location was nice and walkable to nearby eateries. It was a 15-min walk to Borough Market.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a solid London hotel. I really liked it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bahtiyor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location to travel London
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to walk to all the major sights in central London
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Veyra

Liked: Amenities
I like the location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice central location to many sights! Near public transportation! Great pool and fitness facilities!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and a good base for exploring London.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

GILBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic amenities.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Loney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great stay, great room, very comfy. Lovely food at restaurant too. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the check in Ramy and team did an amazing job guiding us how to navigate in the city and recommendations of places to visit. Properly is well located
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sang Chul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was good to stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our go to for London visits

Lovely hotel with incredible service as I had forgotten to request an accessible room. Staff were polite and helpful and didn’t patronise me. Excellent breakfast. It will be our go to for business in London
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great stay which was mainly due to helpfulness of the staff and the comfort of the bed and quiet environment
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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