DoubleTree Tower of London – a new name in a grand location

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It wasn’t long ago that I had a glass of wine at the Skylounge atop the Mint Hotel Tower of London. As I sat there, I thought about the hotel’s grand location near the banks of the Thames right across from the Tower of London. The City, London’s historic and financial heart is literally just a stone’s throw away. London’s City Hall, housed in an egg-like structure designed by Norman Foster, is across the river, whilst one of my favourite spots in London, St. Katherine’s Docks, a lovely marina with historic lock bridges, is a few minutes walk away. I couldn’t take my eyes off of the phenomenal view across the Thames, with the iconic Tower Bridge prominently in the foreground. I’ve recommended this hotel to friends who had business meetings in The City or who were attending events at the ExCel exhibition centre simply because of its excellent location in EC3. With the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games in London, there’s another reason to stay at this hotel: its proximity and convenient access to the London Olympic Park. Stratford Station, one of the main gateways to the Olympic Park, is just a short hop away.

A convenient location for visitors to the London Olympic Games

The Mint Hotel Tower of London has since been added to the Hilton brand and has reopened as DoubleTree Tower of London. The name may have changed but the hotel maintains a contemporary design with its bright atrium and airy rooms, some of which have stunning views of The City or the Tower of London. Each room comes equipped with a flat-screen television, an iMac and FREE WIFI (a huge plus in my book!). I especially love the mist-free mirrors and the power showers! Another thing that hasn’t changed is the Skylounge – the views of the Gherkin (one of the most prominent buildings in The City) and the Tower Bridge from the rooftop terrace are truly spectacular. The DoubleTree Tower of London’s great location is its biggest draw. Some of London’s most iconic landmarks like the Tower of London and Tower Bridge are practically next door. The shops and restaurant scene in The City are a short walk away whilst the Globe and Barbican Theatres are within easy reach. There are a variety of Tube and train stations within several minutes walk of the hotel, making it very convenient to get to other parts of London or to the Olympic Park. If you’re visiting London for business or pleasure, or for the Olympic Games, check out the convenience and comforts of the DoubleTree Tower of London.

Read about Velvet Escape’s recommended things to see and do in London.

Note: this is a sponsored post - as always, views expressed in this post are mine.