Novotel London Blackfriars

Ask around the local hospitality scene and Novotel London Blackfriars keeps surfacing. A four-star in Southwark that has been gathering momentum lately. Southwark is doing some of the heavy lifting here: it's a short ride from the main sights, and that proximity does change the trip. Rooms feel well-appointed; the…

Ask around the local hospitality scene and Novotel London Blackfriars keeps surfacing. A four-star in Southwark that has been gathering momentum lately. Southwark is doing some of the heavy lifting here: it's a short ride from the main sights, and that proximity does change the trip. Rooms feel well-appointed; the touches travellers mention most are reliable wi-fi and an in-house restaurant, and the comfort feedback has been consistently flattering. There's a particular atmosphere to the place, neither overdesigned nor neglected. With well over 3,600 reviews on the books and a strong average, the reception from guests does most of the talking here. Reputation has held up across enough stays to mean something. Recent rates have been hovering around €208 a night, which lands as a premium option for the city. Stack Novotel London Blackfriars against the better-known names in London and the trade-offs become genuinely interesting.