Apartment near to Tower Bridge with Free Parking & view of the Shard
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Apartment near to Tower Bridge with Free Parking & view of the Shard

St Saviours Estate Flat 41, Thetford House, Southwark, London, SE1 3PE, United Kingdom
7.3 / 10 Greater London United Kingdom
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Overview

First Impressions

The Apartment near to Tower Bridge with Free Parking & view of the Shard sits in St Saviours Estate — which sounds a bit grander than it actually is, but honestly, that’s part of its charm. You’re staying in a proper residential building in Southwark, and I mean that in the best way possible. It’s a three-star setup that doesn’t try to be something it isn’t, which I actually appreciated after staying in too many places that oversell themselves.

Location & Neighborhood

Here’s what sold me on this place — you can literally see the Shard from your window, and Tower Bridge is close enough that you’ll probably walk past it multiple times without even planning to. The London Eye is just across the Thames, maybe a 15-minute stroll along the river path. What I didn’t expect was how residential this area feels, even though you’re smack in the middle of everything. Borough Market is practically around the corner, and trust me, you’ll want to grab coffee there at least once.

The Apartment Setup

The apartment itself is straightforward — it’s not going to win any design awards, but it’s clean and functional. The kitchen has everything you actually need (decent-sized fridge, proper cooktop, even a dishwasher), which matters when you’re staying more than a couple nights. The view of the Shard really does deliver, especially at night when it’s all lit up. I found myself just standing at the window with my morning coffee more often than I’d care to admit.

Practical Perks

The free parking is genuinely a big deal if you’re driving in central London — I mean, have you seen what most places charge for that? The building feels secure, and the neighbors were perfectly fine with the occasional tourist coming and going. The room setup works well for couples or even small families, though it’s definitely more apartment-style living than hotel pampering. There’s no restaurant or room service, but with Borough Market and all the pubs around here, you won’t exactly go hungry.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t the Ritz, and it doesn’t pretend to be. What it offers is a real slice of London living with those iconic views thrown in as a bonus. You’re saving money on parking, you’ve got space to spread out, and you can walk to most of the South Bank attractions without breaking a sweat. The 7.3 rating feels about right — it delivers exactly what it promises, nothing more, nothing less. If you want to feel like a temporary Londoner rather than just another tourist, this place actually pulls that off pretty well.

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Guest Scores
7.3
Very Good
Based on verified reviews
Staff
8.3
Comfort
7.8
Location
7.9
Free WiFi
7.5
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
7.5
Value for money
7.2
Available Rooms
Two-Bedroom Apartment
1 large double bed 1 double bed 1 sofa bed
Max persons: 6
$226
per night
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Facilities
Bedroom 2
Linen
Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom 9
Toilet paper
Towels
Bath or shower
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Bath
Shower
Outdoors 1
Balcony
Living Area 2
Dining area
Seating Area
Food & Drink 1
Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility 1
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Miscellaneous 4
Non-smoking throughout
Heating
Lift
Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View 3
City view
Garden view
View
Room Amenities 4
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Hardwood or parquet floors
Iron
Languages spoken 1
English
Safety & security 1
Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology 3
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Flat-screen TV
TV
Building characteristics 1
Private apartment in building
Parking Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible). 1
Street parking
Other for your stay 12
Dining table
Coffee machine
Cleaning products
Toaster
Stovetop
Oven
Kitchenware
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Washing machine
Microwave
Refrigerator
House Rules
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation/prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Guest reviews
F
Faith
United States
8
"clean and comfortable, perfect for small family"
so clean and comfortable. location was perfect.
What could be improved: minor maintenance issues with the drains
1 July 2024
S
Sapp
United States
7
"Great location for the price."
Location was perfect for us. Very clean! Owner communicated well.
What could be improved: Being from another country, we didn’t know how a few items worked. The hot water for showers never got very warm.
7 June 2024
M
Matthew
New Zealand
8
"Would recommend"
Nice clean apartment. Free parking a huge bonus. About a 10 min walk to nearest tube station
20 April 2024
L
Les
United States
7
"Good"
Good location, clean space
What could be improved: There were no toiletries/soap as advertised, the place needs some repair -like some windows were hard to open and close because they seem broken and the radiators and towel warmer didn't work.
27 September 2023
A
Angela
Kenya
8
"Good value for money."
Location - view of the Shard exceptional especially during Summer. Loved the beddings.
What could be improved: Entrance to Building could be cleaner.
25 June 2023
H
Henni
Canada
7
"Great host and close to great restaurants"
The host was amazing with communication. Even before I arrived or with any questions during our stay he answered quickly. This location has 2 bedrooms, great closet space in both rooms, a laundry washing machine, everyday kitchen needs, full-size refrigerator, toaster (great for bagels & toast) were available as well. Which is exactly what we needed. The walk from London Bridge was a touch further than the other stop, but it is a much nicer walk due to the neighbourhood and restaurants along the way. The actual location is a bit sketch, but we never really came home late as we were out early and came home after dinner to get ready for another fabulous day in London. We ate a few meals just in the nearby area because there were so many options on the way.
What could be improved: The apartment needs a bit of a renovation due to the wonky floorboards in the hallway and the broken toilet paper holder on the wall. The building itself is older and dirty, but once you are in the apartment it is quiet and clean.
25 September 2024
E
Eubank
United States
10
"Exceptional"
The location was pretty great and close to the tube station. The bathroom was nice and clean, and the beds were super comfy. The door took a bit to learn how to lock/unlock, but wasn't bad at all. We stayed here with 5 girls total, and it suited us perfectly.
7 July 2025
G
Gennaro
Czech Republic
10
"Fantastic view of the Shard"
Great location, well furnished. Amazing view over the city. Very easy check-in
14 October 2024
O
Oranie
United States
10
"The whole family was fully satisfied with our stay/accommodation!"
We usually say, “There’s no place like home!” but, I can say, “It was our second home!” The place is clean and well organized/fully furnished. Complete kitchenwares were provided, and in addition to that, coffee, tea and sugar were available for use! Accessible to transportations, stores, restaurants and bakery. We just walked going to the Tower Bridge and captured memories!
What could be improved: None so far…
29 August 2024
T
Thomas
Germany
9
"Excellent base for inner London"
Excellent location walking distance to the shard etc. Residential appartment with all you need. Parking and check-in easy.
28 December 2023
Surroundings
What's nearby
The Shard 1.4 km
HMS Belfast 1.3 km
Middle Tower 1.5 km
Tower Bridge 850 m
Butlers Wharf 750 m
London Bridge 1.7 km
Tower of London 1.6 km
City Hall London 900 m
Potters Fields Park 950 m
Tower Bridge Exhibition 750 m
Restaurants & cafes
Restaurant The Toucan 50 m
Restaurant Gujarati Rasoi 20 m
Restaurant The Pedlars Workshop 150 m
Top attractions
Big Ben 3.9 km
Sky Garden 2.2 km
British Museum 5 km
Somerset House 4 km
St James's Park 5 km
Banqueting House 4.4 km
Trafalgar Square 4.3 km
Piccadilly Circus 5 km
Churchill War Rooms 4.4 km
Natural beauty
Lake Surrey Water 2.9 km
Forest Eltham Common 12 km
Public transport
Bus Smith Close 2.5 km
Metro Bermondsey 1.2 km
Bus Edinburgh Court 2.8 km
Train Tower Gateway 1.7 km
Train Fenchurch Street Station 2 km
Metro London Bridge Underground Station 1.5 km
Closest airports
London City Airport 10 km
London Gatwick Airport 46 km
London Heathrow Airport 27 km
Apartment near to Tower Bridge with Free Parking & view of the Shard
St Saviours Estate Flat 41, Thetford House, Southwark, London, SE1 3PE, United Kingdom
$226 / per night
7.3 Very Good
★★★★☆
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