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Shangri-La The Shard, London
Skyline views, South Bank sightseeing and a modern high-rise stay.
- Luxury
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At a glance
Quick facts
- Price band
- Luxury
- Neighbourhood
- South Bank
- Location
- London
- Classification
- 5-star Five-star hotel (hotel website classification)
Editorial take
Why consider Shangri-La The Shard, London?
Upper-floor rooms in The Shard with a genuinely different London outlook.
Best for
Skyline views, South Bank sightseeing and a modern high-rise stay.
Avoid if
you dislike lifts, need step-free street-level access without planning, or want a historic building.
- Couple
- Business
Strengths and trade-offs
Strengths
- Rooms from floor 34 upwards in The Shard
- Panoramic views across London from upper floors
- London Bridge transport hub and Borough Market nearby
Trade-offs
- High-rise logistics; allow extra time for lifts at peak hours
- Premium pricing for view categories
Fit check
Who it suits — and who should skip it
Best for: Skyline views, South Bank sightseeing and a modern high-rise stay.
Skip it if: you dislike lifts, need step-free street-level access without planning, or want a historic building.
Related reading:London hotel guide; Most Romantic Hotels in London; Best London Hotels with Swimming Pools.
Stay details
Rooms and spa
We have not yet published a room-by-room comparison for Shangri-La The Shard, London. Room names, layouts and inclusions can change, so use the booking tip below and confirm the exact category with the hotel before paying.
A complete facilities inventory is not included in our current research record. Confirm any deal-breaker — such as a spa, gym, parking or air conditioning — directly before booking.
On the ground
Location and access
Shangri-La The Shard, London is at 31 St Thomas Street, London, SE1 9QU. See our London hotel guide for the wider area context and other places to stay.
London Bridge station combines National Rail, Underground and buses; the hotel occupies upper floors of The Shard.
Before you book
Good to know
Policy notes
Check the hotel’s official site for current check-in times, child policies and rate inclusions.
Accessibility
No accessibility survey has been carried out by BestUKHotels.com. Contact the hotel for step-free routes, lift access and adapted rooms.
Quick answers
Questions travellers ask about Shangri-La The Shard, London
What is the main reason to choose Shangri-La The Shard, London?
Upper-floor rooms in The Shard with a genuinely different London outlook.
Who is Shangri-La The Shard, London best for?
Skyline views, South Bank sightseeing and a modern high-rise stay.
Where is Shangri-La The Shard, London?
The hotel is at 31 St Thomas Street, London, SE1 9QU. London Bridge station combines National Rail, Underground and buses; the hotel occupies upper floors of The Shard.
What should I check before booking Shangri-La The Shard, London?
Compare the named view and floor category, and allow extra transfer time for high-rise lifts at busy periods.
Featured in our London guides
Shangri-La The Shard, London is shortlisted in these editorial guides, each written for a different trip.
Destination guide
Best hotels in London
Curated guide
Most Romantic Hotels in London
Curated guide
Best London Hotels with Swimming Pools
Where to stay
Where to stay in London
Curated guide
Best Luxury Hotels in London
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- Trade-off
- Westminster is quieter in the evening than Soho
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Booking tipCheck whether spa access is included with the exact room and rate plan, then compare cancellation terms like for like.
The Savoy
- Best for
- A landmark first visit, theatre breaks and a central Strand base with river views.
- Trade-off
- Rates and room sizes vary sharply by category and season
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Booking tipCompare the exact room category, outlook and inclusions, and verify the complete step-free route if needed.
St. Pancras London, Autograph Collection
- Best for
- Eurostar and St Pancras arrivals, railway-hotel architecture and King’s Cross connections.
- Trade-off
- Busy station concourse at peak travel times
A Victorian railway hotel connected to St Pancras International for Eurostar arrivals and a dramatic Gothic Revival setting.
Booking tipConfirm the wing and outlook attached to the room category; station convenience does not guarantee a quiet view.
Editorial evidenceSources5 cited references supporting this page
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Shangri-La The Shard address and hotel overview
Guest rooms from floor 34 upwards
Coordinates for SE1 9QU
Hotel is open for bookings with published luxury room rates
Shangri-La The Shard, London — reservations
Official booking pages show open reservations and nightly rates in the luxury price band for central London.
Five-star hotel classification stated on the official website
Official site hotel classification used for listing display; not an independent star audit by BestUKHotels.com.
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