Swish London Docklands pad with a spa

Limehouse Library Hotel, London

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Great Overall Ranking

Top 11% in city

Excellent Terrace

Top 2% in city

Excellent WiFi

Top 3% in city

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Bed down in an inspired setting within London’s buzzing Docklands district, with characterful interiors, delicious dining and a luxurious spa - includes optional breakfast, a welcome drink, optional spa perks, and more
  • Unique London base: Set in a grand 19th-century library building at the heart of the London Docklands, Limehouse Library Hotel is an ode to East London’s vibrant blend of old and new. Bursting with character, design-led interiors blend sleek modern décor with bold colours and plenty of quirky touches, while individually-designed guest rooms are inspired by famous figures in the realms of politics, literature, the arts and beyond. And with a roster that includes many a free-spirited creative, your stay will be as steeped in history as it is convenient and Boho-chic.

  • Flavourful foods: Artsy and fun like the rest of the property, the hotel’s airy restaurant blends contemporary cool with hints of vintage kitsch and retro-chic. Wake up to scrumptious continental and cooked breakfasts each morning, and return later on for an innovative menu of local and international cuisine. Elsewhere, raise a glass of pink lemonade over afternoon tea at the atmospheric Lobby Bar, and sip a handcrafted cocktail at the swanky Rooftop Bar.

  • Top-notch R&R: A wellness oasis at the heart of the city, the hotel’s sumptuous spa is your go-to for high-end pampering after long days out and about. Experience the benefits of a traditional hammam treatment in the opulent Turkish bath, or detox with a chill-out session in the sauna. Top it up with an indulgent massage designed to soothe weary limbs, and perhaps get your heart pumping with a workout in the gym.

How to get there

In a prime East London location, Limehouse Library Hotel is just six minutes’ walk from Limehouse’s train and DLR station, with fast links to the city centre and beyond. London City Airport is just 13 minutes’ drive or 20 minutes away on the DLR, while Heathrow and Gatwick Airports are both about an hour away by car or public transport. 

Good to know

Please note that hotel operates on a cashless basis.

Please note that the minimum age for check-in is 18. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Please also note that a credit card is required upon check-in; the name on the credit card should correspond to the name of the guest staying at the property. Guests are also required to show photo identification in the form of a driving license or passport. 

Please be aware that guests have complimentary use of the sauna and fitness centre. Fees apply for use of the hammam, massages and treatments.

A damage deposit of £150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. Please be aware that smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the premises and Limehouse Library Hotel reserves the right to charge you a fee starting at £150 if you do not comply with the non-smoking policy. Guests will also take full responsibility for any damage caused by their action during their stay to the valuable objects or products on the premises and authorise Limehouse Library Hotel to charge their credit/debit card in such an event. 

Please note that the hotel reserves the right to refuse a guest entry and accommodation if, upon arrival, management reasonably considers that the guest is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, is inappropriately dressed or is behaving in a threatening, abusive, or otherwise unacceptable manner toward other guests and hotel staff. 

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

  • Unique London base: Set in a grand 19th-century library building at the heart of the London Docklands, Limehouse Library Hotel is an ode to East London’s vibrant blend of old and new. Bursting with character, design-led interiors blend sleek modern décor with bold colours and plenty of quirky touches, while individually-designed guest rooms are inspired by famous figures in the realms of politics, literature, the arts and beyond. And with a roster that includes many a free-spirited creative, your stay will be as steeped in history as it is convenient and Boho-chic.

  • Flavourful foods: Artsy and fun like the rest of the property, the hotel’s airy restaurant blends contemporary cool with hints of vintage kitsch and retro-chic. Wake up to scrumptious continental and cooked breakfasts each morning, and return later on for an innovative menu of local and international cuisine. Elsewhere, raise a glass of pink lemonade over afternoon tea at the atmospheric Lobby Bar, and sip a handcrafted cocktail at the swanky Rooftop Bar.

  • Top-notch R&R: A wellness oasis at the heart of the city, the hotel’s sumptuous spa is your go-to for high-end pampering after long days out and about. Experience the benefits of a traditional hammam treatment in the opulent Turkish bath, or detox with a chill-out session in the sauna. Top it up with an indulgent massage designed to soothe weary limbs, and perhaps get your heart pumping with a workout in the gym.

How to get there

In a prime East London location, Limehouse Library Hotel is just six minutes’ walk from Limehouse’s train and DLR station, with fast links to the city centre and beyond. London City Airport is just 13 minutes’ drive or 20 minutes away on the DLR, while Heathrow and Gatwick Airports are both about an hour away by car or public transport. 

Good to know

Please note that hotel operates on a cashless basis.

Please note that the minimum age for check-in is 18. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Please also note that a credit card is required upon check-in; the name on the credit card should correspond to the name of the guest staying at the property. Guests are also required to show photo identification in the form of a driving license or passport. 

Please be aware that guests have complimentary use of the sauna and fitness centre. Fees apply for use of the hammam, massages and treatments.

A damage deposit of £150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. Please be aware that smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the premises and Limehouse Library Hotel reserves the right to charge you a fee starting at £150 if you do not comply with the non-smoking policy. Guests will also take full responsibility for any damage caused by their action during their stay to the valuable objects or products on the premises and authorise Limehouse Library Hotel to charge their credit/debit card in such an event. 

Please note that the hotel reserves the right to refuse a guest entry and accommodation if, upon arrival, management reasonably considers that the guest is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, is inappropriately dressed or is behaving in a threatening, abusive, or otherwise unacceptable manner toward other guests and hotel staff. 

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Air conditioning

  • Terrace

  • Restaurant

  • Bar x2

  • Spa and wellness facilities

  • Fitness centre

  • Reception

Some facilities may require reservations and are subject to availability. Additional charges may apply.

This property is generally suitable for those with reduced mobility. Please enquire through our contact us page if you have any questions on the accessibility of this property for persons with reduced mobility.

Location and what's nearby

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Limehouse Library, 638 Commercial Rd, London E14 7HS

Sitting pretty in the London Docklands, you’ll have East London’s fascinating highlights at your doorstep, with Canary Wharf’s sleek skyscrapers, financial hubs and the historic Museum of the London Docklands all within 20 minutes’ walk away. Further East, why not hop on a boat to Greenwich, where you can stand with one foot on either side of the Meridian line at the Royal Observatory? Stick around to admire the vast Royal Naval College and National Maritime Museum, before strolling through Greenwich park or soak up the inviting local atmosphere amid plenty of shops, bars and eateries.

You’ll be just six minutes’ walk from Limehouse’s DLR station, from which you’ll be able to whizz across the city and effortlessly tick off that London bucket-list. Head westward for the sprawling Royal Parks, and hit the swanky Kensington, Chelsea and Mayfair neighbourhoods for world-class dining, luxury shopping, elegant streets and a sprinkling of museums - not-so-hidden gems include The Wallace Collection, Apsley House and Leighton House. On your way back, take a detour to Westminster Pier and catch a river cruise on the Thames to see some of the city's landmarks from the water.