South London Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Queens walk on the south bank of River Thames at sunset in London. England
Tower Bridge seen from south bank of river Thamess in London. England
Aerial photo of South London.
South London
South London

Where to stay in South London

Waterloo

Waterloo

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Royal Festival Hall, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.

Waterloo
Southwark

Southwark

4/5(548 area reviews)

The Shard and London City Hall are top sights in Southwark, and you should be sure to explore the stunning river views. Hop aboard the metro at Kennington Underground Station or Bermondsey Station to see more sights in the area.

Southwark
Signpost for Wimbledon's All England Lawn Tennis Club and Museum, the home of tennis

Wimbledon

4/5(68 area reviews)

You might enjoy the theatres while in Wimbledon. Wimbledon Village Stables is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Dundonald Road Tram Station or Wimbledon Underground Station to see more of the city.

Wimbledon
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Lambeth

4/5(887 area reviews)

Lambeth is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like London Eye and O2 Academy Brixton. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Brixton Underground Station or Clapham High Street Overground Station.

Lambeth
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Wandsworth

4/5(197 area reviews)

Known for its luxurious spas and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Wandsworth. You can visit top attractions like Battersea Arts Centre and Battersea Power Station, and jump on the metro at Southfields Underground Station or East Putney Underground Station to see more of the city.

Wandsworth
Battersea

Battersea

Lively bars, stunning river views and relaxing spas are just a few top things to explore in Battersea. A visit to Battersea Arts Centre or Battersea Power Station might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Battersea Power Station or Nine Elms Station to get around town.

Battersea
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road London England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £205 per night from 8 May to 9 May
£205
8 May - 9 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,681 reviews)
Wasn’t told when booking that you have to pre book the pool for 30 minute slots. Was fully booked up. No flexibility. Spa weekend ruined. Cleaning carts in the corridor when checking in. Not a great experience.

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Park Plaza London Riverbank

Park Plaza London Riverbank

4 out of 5
18 Albert Embankment London England
The price is £180 per night from 25 May to 26 May
£180
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,201 reviews)
We weee there for two nights and was exactly what we needed. Staff was very helpful with all our needs. Would definitely go back. Was also in a good place to walk to the trains when needed!!

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Park Plaza London Riverbank
a&o London Docklands Riverside

a&o London Docklands Riverside

265 Rotherhithe Street London England
The price is £72 per night from 25 May to 26 May
£72
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Great Location, helpful staff. Great price

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

a&o London Docklands Riverside
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Axiom Park Hotel

Axiom Park Hotel

2.5 out of 5
140 Battersea Park Road London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (739 reviews)
easy and quick

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Axiom Park Hotel
Native Bankside

Native Bankside

4 out of 5
1 and 2 Bear Gardens London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,279 reviews)
Residual air con after turning off the room panel was noisier than I’d like but place was really nice to stay at

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Native Bankside
Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square

Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square

4.5 out of 5
34 Long Lane London England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (678 reviews)
The best views you'll ever get of almost every London landmark! The penthouse was amazing, the beds were comfy, the facilities top notch. The view - out of this world!

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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