Hotels in London Waterloo station

Stylish aparthotel with kitchens, perfect for families and pets in central London

Why guests love it

Wilde Aparthotels London Covent Garden is listed as kid-friendly, and its units come with kitchens, which matters for families who want to prepare breakfast or an early dinner for children instead of eating out every meal. A 9.8 rating from more than 4,600 guests says a lot about how consistently the units are run. Pets are accepted, Wi-Fi is free and the property is accessible. I would choose it for a longer family stay in central London.

Plush quarters, chic dining, and a prime Covent Garden location

Why guests love it

St Martins Lane London, a Morgans Originals hotel, is an upscale five-star hotel in Covent Garden with plush rooms, some with kitchens or balconies, which gives families welcome flexibility. The chic restaurant and bar, a fitness centre and pet-friendly options are on site, and the whole hotel is smoke-free. It caters to families and business travellers alike. Guests rate it 9.2 from more than 2,700 reviews, and I would ask for a room with a kitchen for a family stay.

Modern four-star hotel with kitchens, steps from Waterloo East

Why guests love it

Nox Waterloo is a four-star hotel with in-room kitchens, a feature I would put first for families wanting to manage meals around children's routines. It sits a short walk from Waterloo East station and close to the London Eye, so a family can reach the South Bank on foot. Wi-Fi is free, and plenty of dining options are nearby. With a 9.2 rating from more than 2,200 guests, it earns strong reviews for a stay near Waterloo.

Victorian elegance with modern amenities steps from Charing Cross

Why guests love it

The Clermont London, Charing Cross is an upscale Victorian hotel that lists family stays among its strengths, with stylish rooms, a refined restaurant and a bar on site. It has no pool or children's facilities, so I would see it as a well-placed base for families who will spend their days in central London. The full-service laundry is a practical help with children on a longer trip. Rated 9 by more than 3,400 guests, it keeps a consistent standard.

Elegant Victorian hotel with dining, a bar, and pet-friendly rooms

Why guests love it

Great Scotland Yard Hotel is a five-star option for families who want a special stay in London. The elegant Victorian building has two restaurants, a tea room and a bar, so meals and an afternoon treat can happen without leaving the hotel. Pets are welcome, and parents get a fitness center and business center if work comes along on the trip. I would recommend it for a celebration or short luxury break with older children rather than as a budget base near the station.

Stylish Southwark stay with an oyster bar and pet-friendly rooms

Why guests love it

The Hoxton, Southwark is a trendy hotel that still lists family rooms and a family-friendly, pet-friendly policy. Two restaurants, including an oyster bar, a bar and room service give plenty of choice at mealtimes, and breakfast is available. Rooms are air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi. Major attractions are within walking distance. Rated 9 by more than 1,100 guests, I would book it for families who want style without giving up space.

Lively hostel with a bar and restaurant near Waterloo Station

Streamlined rooms, refined dining, and a spa with an indoor pool

Why guests love it

The indoor pool is the main reason I would pick Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge for families arriving at Waterloo, which gives children something to look forward to after a day of sightseeing whatever the London weather. The London Eye and the South Bank are a short walk away, and the on-site restaurants and bar mean nobody has to go out again in the evening. With a 9 rating across more than 13,000 reviews, the standard is consistent. Parking is available for those arriving by car.

Unfussy rooms with a breakfast buffet and a bar near Trafalgar Square

Why guests love it

The Z Hotel Trafalgar is a down-to-earth hotel with unfussy rooms, flat-screen TVs and air conditioning, and its 9 rating from more than 1,200 guests shows it does the basics very well. The breakfast buffet, bar and restaurant make meals easy for families who want to stay close to Trafalgar Square. No family rooms or children's facilities are listed, so I would book it for a parent and child or a small family travelling light. The property is smoke-free and accessible.

Family-friendly hotel with a steakhouse and easy station access

Why guests love it

Premier Inn London Southwark (Southwark Station) is described as ideal for families, and some of its streamlined rooms have sofabeds, which makes sharing a room with children easier. The steakhouse and bar, along with breakfast options, cover meals without leaving the hotel. Wi-Fi is free and parking is available. Southwark station is a short walk away, so Waterloo and the South Bank are close. A 9 rating from more than 1,100 guests makes it a strong family choice.

Victorian pub charm in a former hat factory, with modern rooms

Why guests love it

The Mad Hatter Hotel, Southwark is a three-star hotel above a traditional Victorian pub in a former hat factory, which gives it more character than most London hotels. It describes itself as family-oriented and pet-friendly, so the dog can come along. Rooms are plush and contemporary, the restaurant and bar keep dinner simple, and Tate Modern, free to enter and good for curious children, is a short walk away. An 8.8 score from 1,708 reviews is very reassuring.

Victorian grandeur meets contemporary style near Trafalgar Square

Why guests love it

The Grand Hotel Trafalgar is a chic four-star hotel set in a landmark Victorian building, a short walk from Trafalgar Square and Charing Cross. That puts the National Gallery and the square's lions within easy reach for a first family outing. The ornate brasserie and bar keep meals simple, parking is available for families who drive, and the hotel is listed as family-friendly. With a guest score of 8.8 from 1,314 reviews, I would choose it for a central London family stay with character.

Refined rooms in a landmark 1908 hotel with grand dining and elegant bars

Why guests love it

The Waldorf Hilton London, a landmark hotel from 1908, is listed as family-friendly and offers refined rooms, a grand restaurant and two bars. There is no pool, so I see it as a base for families who plan to spend their days out in the West End, with the Savoy and Temple a short walk away. The fitness centre suits parents keeping up a routine. Rated 8.8 by more than 4,400 guests, it fits a classic London stay.

Polished 4-star hotel with an upmarket restaurant and lobby bar

Why guests love it

H10 London Waterloo is a polished four-star hotel listed as kid-friendly, with chic rooms, an upmarket restaurant and a lobby bar. Air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and a full-service laundry make a family stay easier, and accessible features are available. It has no pool or children's club, so I would pick it for families who want a comfortable, well-rated room and will spend their days exploring. Rated 8.8 by more than 2,600 guests, its standard is consistent.

Victorian grandeur with river views and modern comforts near Trafalgar Square

Why guests love it

The Royal Horseguards Hotel occupies a grand Victorian building that was once a Secret Service headquarters, a story older children tend to enjoy. Some rooms have river views, and Trafalgar Square is within walking distance, so a family can see much of Westminster on foot. A restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre are on site, and pets are welcome. No pool or children's facilities are listed, so I would book it for families focused on sightseeing. Rated 8.8 by guests.

Refined rooms and suites with dining, a bar, and fitness facilities

Why guests love it

Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster is a refined four-star hotel near London Waterloo Station, handy for families arriving by train. Suites give more room when children share, and the choice of places to eat helps: a Chinese cafe, a steakhouse and a bar on site mean nobody has to agree on a restaurant across town. The full-service laundry helps on longer trips, and parents can use the fitness centre. An 8.6 score from 2,034 reviews is reassuring.

Modern comfort with free breakfast near Waterloo Station

Why guests love it

Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo is listed as kid-friendly, and the free hot breakfast is the feature I value most for families: it saves both money and time before a day out near the South Bank. Rooms are air-conditioned, Wi-Fi is free, and a simple bar and restaurant cover evenings when children are too tired to go out. A fitness room is available for parents. Rated 8.6 by more than 3,400 guests, it is a practical, modern base near Waterloo Station.

Comfortable rooms with on-site dining near Waterloo station

Why guests love it

I would consider The Ship Rooms Hotel for a family that wants to be close to London Waterloo and eat in the same building. The hotel is smoke-free, rooms have free Wi-Fi, and there is a restaurant and a bar on site, which is handy after a day out with children. A guest score of 8.6 from about 78 reviews is good. The listing gives few details about room sizes or family set-ups, so confirm those before booking.

Comfortable Southwark hotel with free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and a contemporary bar

Why guests love it

Holiday Inn Express London Southwark caters to families with a breakfast buffet included and free Wi-Fi, which keeps mornings easy before a day of sightseeing. The contemporary bar and the restaurant cover evening meals, and parking is available for those who drive into London. It is a relaxed hotel rather than one with leisure facilities. Rated 8.6 by more than 2,300 guests, I would choose it as a sensible base in Southwark, within reach of Waterloo.

Polished rooms, a day spa, and chic dining near Waterloo

Why guests love it

Park Plaza County Hall London offers rooms and suites, some with kitchens, which I find the most useful feature for families who want to prepare simple meals near Waterloo. A day spa and a fitness centre give parents some time for themselves, and the hotel offers parking and accepts pets. There is no pool listed, so evenings are better spent on the South Bank nearby. Rated 8.6 by more than 3,400 guests, it is a solid four-star choice.

Modern comfort in County Hall, steps from the London Eye

Why guests love it

Premier Inn London County Hall occupies part of the historic County Hall building and is described as family-friendly, which suits parents who want a straightforward room a short walk from the London Eye. The on-site restaurant and bar keep meals easy after a day on the South Bank, Wi-Fi is free and parking is available. Rated 8.6 by more than 3,500 guests, it is a practical choice for families who plan to spend most of their time outside.

Stylish hotel with an indoor pool, spa, and dining near Waterloo

Why guests love it

Park Plaza London Waterloo works well for families who arrive by train and want facilities on site. The indoor pool is the main draw for children, and the restaurant and bar keep evenings simple after a long day in central London. Parents can use the spa and fitness centre, and pets are accepted, which is rare at this level. Rated 8.6 by more than 4,700 guests, it is a dependable base, though the large scale feels less intimate than a small hotel.

Streamlined, pet-friendly rooms with a casual restaurant and bar

Why guests love it

Ibis London Blackfriars is a modern three-star hotel that I would suggest to families looking for a simple, well-rated base south of the river. It is listed as suitable for families, with a casual restaurant and a bar on site, free Wi-Fi and a full-service laundry, which helps on a longer trip with children. Pets are accepted as well. Rated 8.4 by more than 4,200 guests, it keeps things practical rather than offering leisure facilities such as a pool.

Modern hotel with a bar, restaurant, and family-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

Marlin Waterloo is a modern, kid-friendly hotel where some rooms include a kitchen, which I see as its main advantage for families who want to prepare breakfast or a quick dinner. The bar and restaurant cover the other meals, and parents can book an in-room massage. The building is smoke-free. Rated 8.4 by more than 2,300 guests, it is an unfussy base near Waterloo for families who would rather spend money on days out than on hotel extras.

Budget-friendly hostel with a classic pub and free breakfast

Why guests love it

The Steam Engine Waterloo by Publove is a laid-back hostel above a classic pub, with mixed-sex dorms only, so I would not recommend it to families with children. It is designed for budget travellers and groups of adults: breakfast and Wi-Fi are free, and the pub, restaurant and bar are part of the stay. The building is smoke-free. Rated 8.4 by more than 1,500 guests, it is a strong choice for solo travellers, while families should look at a hotel with private rooms nearby.

Contemporary rooms in a former granary with free breakfast and Wi-Fi

Why guests love it

For a family visit to London, City London Hotel has two practical strengths: breakfast is included, which saves a search for food with hungry children first thing, and the property is accessible, helpful with a pushchair or a grandparent who walks slowly. Rooms are air-conditioned and smoke-free, and the former granary building gives more character than a standard block. Parking is limited, so I would arrive by train. Guests score it 8.2 across 793 reviews.

Lively hostel above a bar with free breakfast and Wi-Fi

Why guests love it

The Walrus Bar and Hostel sits above a popular bar and offers dorm beds plus a single private room, so it is not where I would send a family with young children. Adults on a budget get free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and towels included, and the London Eye is a short walk away. A family with older teenagers who can book the private room might manage, but evenings will be lively downstairs. Rated 8.2 by more than 1,300 guests, it suits sociable travellers best.

A Grade II-listed former maternity hospital on York Road, five minutes on foot from Waterloo

Why guests love it

With children, the appeal is distance: the London Eye is about 260 m from the door and Westminster Bridge about 300 m, so a tired seven-year-old can walk back without a bus. Family rooms are on the room list, and the hotel restaurant serves dinner, which saves going back out after the South Bank. Leake Street, the graffiti tunnel under the station, starts on York Road and leads to the food stalls and cafés of Lower Marsh, a quick detour older children tend to enjoy. A double room with a view can be booked as its own category, and guest reviews often mention the London Eye from the upper floors; the hotel does not say which rooms face York Road or announce extra glazing. I would skip it for families who want a pool, connecting suites or a quiet residential street: this is a busy corner by a major station, and rooms are the chain's standard size.

Pet-friendly rooms and pub grub, a short walk from Waterloo Station

Why guests love it

The Wellington Hotel Waterloo has modern, London-themed rooms, and breakfast is included, which keeps mornings simple for families. The on-site restaurant and bar serve pub grub, Wi-Fi is free, and pets are accepted. It is a laid-back place rather than a full-service hotel, with no pool or children's facilities listed. Being a short walk from Waterloo Station, I would choose it for families who plan to spend their days out in central London.

Simple rooms, relaxed bar/restaurant, and a pet-friendly welcome

Why guests love it

Travelodge London Central Waterloo sits in a traditional redbrick building and offers simple rooms, which suits families looking for a no-frills base near Waterloo. It is described as family-oriented and pet-friendly, and the relaxed bar and restaurant mean a meal is available without leaving the hotel. No leisure facilities are listed, so I would plan days around the South Bank and nearby sights. Rated 7.8 by more than 2,600 guests, it does the basics.

Unpretentious rooms with pay-as-you-go services near Lambeth North station

Why guests love it

Point A Hotel London Waterloo is a straightforward three-star hotel a minute's walk from Lambeth North station, with unpretentious rooms and pay-as-you-go services, so families only pay for the extras they use. Rooms are air-conditioned, smoke-free and accessible, and Wi-Fi is free. There is no restaurant or family facilities listed, so I would choose it for families who mostly need a clean room and plan to eat out around Waterloo and Lambeth. Rated 7.6 by guests.

Stylish aparthotel units with kitchenettes, a restaurant and wine bar

Why guests love it

Stow Away Waterloo is a stylish aparthotel described as ideal for families, and the kitchenettes in its units are the reason I would consider it with children: breakfast and simple dinners can be made in the room. A restaurant and a wine bar are on site. Units are air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi, and the property is smoke-free and accessible. Its 7 rating from about 140 guests points to a mixed experience, so I see it as practical rather than polished.

Bright, family-friendly rooms with a restaurant and bar in Southwark

Why guests love it

Travelodge London Central Southwark offers bright family rooms with flat-screen TVs, which is the main reason I would consider it for parents on a budget. A restaurant and bar are on site, and pets are welcome. The 7 rating from more than 2,400 guests points to a basic experience, so I would treat it as a practical place to sleep while the days are spent at the cultural sights of Southwark and the South Bank, within reach of Waterloo.