Swissotel The Howard, London
Temple Place
LONDON,
GB WC2R 2PR
Location. Swissotel, The Howard is located on the Victoria Embankment and overlooks the River Thames in London, England. This property stands across the street from the Temple Underground Station and is positioned six blocks from Covent Garden shops, theaters, and restaurants.
Hotel Features. The light-infused lobby displays a blend of traditional and contemporary décor anchored by elegant glass sculptures and a mirrored reception desk. Fluted columns, contemporary mauve-toned couches and chairs, and fresh flower arrangements create a welcoming environment. Jaan restaurant offers Baroque-style décor with orchids and green silk-covered chairs. The chef prepares innovative French and Vietnamese cuisine. Tempo Bar opens onto a quiet courtyard that houses a playful waterfall, a pond and a gigantic yucca plant. This bar features black-lacquered cabinets that conceal malt whiskies and cigars. Mauve Bar presents stylish ambience and serves afternoon tea, light meals, wines, champagnes and cocktails. A 24-hour business centre is equipped with high-speed Internet access. Four function rooms accommodate up to 150 people. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel, for a fee. Guests receive complimentary use of an off-site health club. Secure valet parking accommodates 30 vehicles.
Guestrooms. Renovated in 2002, this nine-story hotel offers 189 guestrooms with river, courtyard or garden views. Accommodations feature muted earth tones and contemporary style with chrome accents, books of London photographs, and beds with oversized headboards and fluffy duvets. Room amenities include wood-floored entryways, three telephones, Lavassa espresso machines, minibars and digital laptop-compatible safes. Rooms are equipped with dial-up, high-speed and wireless Internet access. Marble-clad bathrooms contain shower/tub combinations and are stocked with Swiss Spa Tradition toiletries.
Expert Tip. This hotel is one of few London properties that offers unobstructed views of the River Thames from more than half of the guestrooms. Accommodations afford sweeping vistas of the Tower Bridge, the London Eye, Westminster Abbey and Saint Paul's Church.
Surrounding Area
WEST END
Room Information - Swissotel The Howard, London
Bed Type: Short Description: Premier Room King Courtyard View Long Description: One king or two twin beds. 27 square metres. Individually controlled air conditioning. Plasma-screen satellite TV with MP3 port. Wireless Internet connectivity and multi-line phone. Minibar and Lavazza coffee machine. Complimentary newspapers. Safe and iron and ironing board. Bathroom with tub and shower combination, bathrobes, and traditional Swiss spa products. Bed Type: Short Description: Swiss Advantage Room Courtyard View Long Description: One king or two twin beds. 49 square metres. Individually controlled air conditioning. Plasma-screen satellite TV with MP3 port. Wireless Internet connectivity and multi-line phone. Complimentary newspapers. Minibar and Lavazza coffee machine. Safe and iron and ironing board. Bathroom with tub and shower combination, bathrobes, and traditional Swiss spa products. Bed Type: Short Description: Premier Room King River View Long Description: One king or two twin beds. Views of the River Thames and the South Bank. 27 square metres. Individually controlled air conditioning. Plasma-screen satellite TV with MP3 port. Wireless Internet connectivity and multi-line phone. Complimentary newspapers. Minibar and Lavazza coffee machine. Safe and iron and ironing board. Bathroom with tub and shower combination, bathrobes, and traditional Swiss spa products. Bed Type: Short Description: Grand Riverview Long Description: One king or two twin beds. Floor-to-ceiling windows offering views of the River Thames and the South Bank. 39 square metres. Individually controlled air conditioning. Plasma-screen satellite TV with MP3 port. Wireless Internet connectivity and multi-line phone. Minibar and Lavazza coffee machine. Complimentary newspapers. Safe and iron and ironing board. Bathroom with tub and shower combination, bathrobes, and traditional Swiss spa products.
Property Information
Check In Time - 2 p.m.
Check Out Time - 12 p.m.
Credit card required
Doorman/doorwoman
Extra person charges
Floors - 9
Guestrooms - 189
Hotel Renovated - 2002
Minimum check-in age - 18
Multilingual staff
Photo identification required
24-hour front desk
Star rating: 4
Check in time is 2:00 PM,
Check out time is 12:00 PM.
Area Activities
The River Thames: 0.5 blocks
Temple Underground Station: 0.5 blocks
Somerset House: 4 blocks
Covent Garden: 6 blocks
The South Bank: 1.0 kilometre (0.5 miles)
West End Theatres: 1.0 kilometre (0.5 miles)
St. Paul's Cathedral: 1.5 kilometres (1.0 mile)
Tower Bridge: 2.5 kilometres (1.5 miles)
Driving Directions - Swissotel The Howard, London
From London Heathrow Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is 29 km (18 miles).
From London Gatwick Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is 47 km (29 miles).
Express trains serve both airports into the center of London and transfers apply to taxis or the Underground. The closest Underground station is Temple.
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Policies & Disclaimers
You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book.
Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed
for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access
and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled
directly between you and the property.
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