Hotels With Parking Near London Waterloo Station
Driving into central London is not for everyone, yet some trips need a car, whether you are arriving from another part of the country or carrying luggage for a longer stay. Several hotels around Waterloo list parking, and they sit within a short walk of the London Eye, County Hall and the South Bank. I recommend treating the car as arrival transport and then leaving it behind, since the station gives you the Underground and National Rail for everything else. Below I compare the hotels that list parking, from Premier Inn to the Park Plaza group, and explain which suits which kind of visit.
London Waterloo Station sits on the South Bank, where commuters, theatre audiences and visitors share the same streets. The area mixes modern offices with County Hall and the arts venues along the river, and it is easy to reach on foot from Westminster.
Where to park a car near Waterloo
Parking in central London comes with its own rules, so the best hotel for a driver is one that makes the car easy to forget once you arrive. Around Waterloo, the Premier Inn, Park Plaza and Holiday Inn Express hotels list parking while keeping the London Eye, the South Bank and the station within reach on foot. I have grouped them by what else they offer.
The hotels here with parking fall into three groups, and knowing them helps you choose quickly. Premier Inn London County Hall and Premier Inn London Waterloo (Westminster Bridge) are the straightforward three-star options, both modern, with a restaurant and a bar. The Park Plaza group, with three properties around Waterloo and the river, is the four-star choice with pools, spa or fitness facilities. Holiday Inn Express London - Southwark is the relaxed option with a breakfast buffet. I would shortlist one from each group and then compare location. Between them, these hotels cover most budgets and group sizes, so the choice comes down to the facilities you care about.
Premier Inn London County Hall occupies the historic County Hall building on the river, which gives it an address that is hard to beat for a first visit. The London Eye is a short walk away, and Westminster Bridge leads across to the Houses of Parliament. It lists free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, a bar and parking, and describes itself as family-friendly. I would choose it for a short stay with children, when the priority is a simple room close to the main South Bank sights and a place to leave the car. It is a useful base because the river walk towards Westminster and the Underground at Waterloo are both within easy reach.
The Park Plaza hotels give you more to do after you park. Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge lists an indoor pool, a spa, a fitness centre and refined dining, and its position near the London Eye is part of the appeal. Park Plaza London Waterloo adds a chic restaurant and bar and is pet-friendly, while Park Plaza County Hall London has a day spa and some rooms with kitchens. I recommend these for longer stays, where a pool or a kitchen starts to matter more than the cheapest room. None of this changes the basics: arrive, park, and then use the station for almost every journey across London.
Holiday Inn Express London - Southwark and Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster complete the list. The Holiday Inn Express lists parking, free Wi-Fi and a breakfast buffet, which suits an early start on the road home. The Riu Plaza lists parking, a fitness centre, a bar and several dining options, including a Chinese cafe and a steakhouse, and is described as near Waterloo Station. Whichever hotel you pick, I would ask about parking at booking, since a listing confirms that parking exists but not how it works. That makes it a sensible choice for drivers who want to leave on time without a long walk back to the car.
A traveler's perspectiveIf I were driving to London for a long weekend with the family, I would book Premier Inn London County Hall, park on arrival and walk to the London Eye. For a longer stay where a pool and a spa matter, I would choose Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge and use Waterloo for every trip. I would only drive again to leave, because the Underground from Waterloo is the quicker way across the centre.
4.6Guest scoreParkingSt Martins Lane London, a Morgans Originals hotel
Plush quarters, chic dining, and a prime Covent Garden location
View hotel →Why guests love itSt 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.
4.5Guest scoreParkingPark Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Streamlined rooms, refined dining, and a spa with an indoor pool
View hotel →Why guests love itThe 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.
4.5Guest scoreParkingPremier Inn London Southwark (Southwark Station) hotel
Family-friendly hotel with a steakhouse and easy station access
View hotel →Why guests love itPremier 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.
4.4Guest scoreParkingThe Grand hotel trafalgar
Victorian grandeur meets contemporary style near Trafalgar Square
View hotel →Why guests love itThe 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.
4.3Guest scoreParkingPark Plaza London Waterloo
Stylish hotel with an indoor pool, spa, and dining near Waterloo
View hotel →Why guests love itPark 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.
4.3Guest scoreParkingHoliday Inn Express London - Southwark by IHG
Comfortable Southwark hotel with free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and a contemporary bar
View hotel →Why guests love itHoliday 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.
4.3Guest scoreParkingPark Plaza County Hall London
Polished rooms, a day spa, and chic dining near Waterloo
View hotel →Why guests love itPark 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.
4.3Guest scoreParkingPremier Inn London County Hall hotel
Modern comfort in County Hall, steps from the London Eye
View hotel →Why guests love itPremier 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.
4.3Guest scoreParkingHotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster
Refined rooms and suites with dining, a bar, and fitness facilities
View hotel →Why guests love itHotel 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.
4.1Guest scoreParkingPremier Inn London Waterloo (Westminster Bridge) hotel
Modern rooms with on-site dining, close to London's landmarks
View hotel →Why guests love itPremier Inn London Waterloo (Westminster Bridge) is a practical South Bank base for anyone arriving at Waterloo, one of Britain's busiest stations, with the London Eye and Westminster Bridge a short walk away. Rooms are modern and air-conditioned, which matters in a London summer, and come with tea-making facilities and Wi-Fi. A restaurant, bar, parking and accessible rooms complete the picture. An 8.2 score from 2,435 reviews reflects consistent chain comfort.
Local tips
- 1Confirm parking directly with the hotel before you travel, as the listing tells you it exists but not how it works.
- 2Look up the Congestion Charge and ULEZ schemes for central London for your dates, as they apply on top of any hotel parking.
- 3Premier Inn London County Hall and Park Plaza County Hall are both next to the London Eye, so the car can stay put once you arrive.
- 4Holiday Inn Express London - Southwark lists parking and a breakfast buffet, a practical pairing for an early departure.
- 5Use Waterloo station for onward trips rather than driving between sights, since the Underground is faster across the centre.
- 6If you travel with a family, Premier Inn London County Hall and Premier Inn Waterloo (Westminster Bridge) both describe themselves as family or kid-friendly.