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Travelodge London Central Southwark

Bright, family-friendly rooms with bar and restaurant at Travelodge London Central Southwark. Steps from Southwark station, Tate Modern, and iconic London sights.

202-206, 202 Union St, London SE1 0LX, United Kingdom View on map
7/10
Good Based on 2441 recent guest reviews
Paid Wi-Fi Paid breakfast Accessible Air-conditioned Pet-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort in a central location

Guests appreciate the hotel's convenient position near Southwark tube station and key London attractions, combined with helpful staff and clean, air-conditioned rooms. Some note noise from nearby trains and minor room quirks but find good value overall.

Guests often praise

  • Excellent central location within walking distance to landmarks like Tate Modern and Borough Market
  • Friendly and helpful staff, with notable mentions of attentive management
  • Clean, bright rooms equipped with effective air conditioning
  • Good value for money, especially for budget-conscious travelers
  • Comfortable beds and decent room sizes

Worth knowing

  • Rooms near railway lines may experience noise; earplugs recommended for light sleepers
  • Bathrooms are dated with ventilation issues and no opening windows, which can feel stuffy
  • Limited plug sockets near beds; extension leads sometimes provided but may be insufficient
  • No on-site parking or fitness facilities; Wi-Fi and breakfast are paid extras
  • Pet-friendly and kid-friendly amenities available, with no swimming pool or airport shuttle

Best for

  • Visitors seeking budget-friendly accommodation in central London
  • Explorers who prefer walking to major sights like London Eye, Big Ben, and St. Paul's Cathedral
  • Families looking for friendly service and kid-friendly options
  • Guests comfortable with some urban noise and simple, functional rooms
  • Travelers wanting easy access to public transport via Southwark tube station
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About this property

Welcome to Travelodge London Central Southwark

Travelodge London Central Southwark is a laid-back hotel offering bright, air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs. The property provides family-friendly dining options and features a restaurant and bar on-site. While there is no parking, airport shuttle, pool, or fitness center available, the hotel is accessible and pet-friendly. Paid Wi-Fi and breakfast services are offered, and the entire hotel maintains a smoke-free environment.

Conveniently located just a three-minute walk from Southwark tube station, the hotel serves as a practical base for visitors wanting to explore central London on foot or via public transport. Nearby attractions include the Tate Modern, only a seven-minute walk away, and iconic landmarks such as St. Paul's Cathedral, the London Eye, and Big Ben are all within easy reach. Guests appreciate the vibrant neighborhood, which offers plenty of dining and cultural experiences, including Borough Market.

Guest reviews often highlight the hotel's value and location, praising its cleanliness, helpful staff, and comfortable beds. However, some mention occasional noise from nearby railway lines, which may be noticeable depending on the room’s location. Rooms do not have windows that open, which some guests have found affects air circulation despite effective air conditioning. Overall, the property suits budget-conscious travelers, families, and those prioritizing proximity to London’s major sights.

Check-in is from 15:00 with checkout at 12:00, providing a standard schedule for arrivals and departures. The hotel is also a practical choice given its accessibility to Heathrow, Gatwick, and Stansted airports by car or public transit, making it suitable for both short city stays and longer visits.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Paid Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Parking
Pool
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

PC
Paula Colbourne Apr 01, 2026
10

Great location for central London, we walked back from Leicester Square and it took 40 minutes, a great way to see and explore. We also took the tube and this was super easy as well, Southwark station 3 minutes walk to hotel. Keep walking past the hotel towards Borough Market which is 15 minutes walk. Vibrant area, would definitely book here again, we had a great view of The Shard, and overlooking numerous railway tracks, but they didn’t bother us although we could hear them occasionally. We were on the 6th floor. Staff were super friendly and very helpful, looked after our cases after we checked out. Very welcome air conditioning/heating in room

KR
Keith Ruffles Mar 27, 2026
10

Good location close to Southwark tube station. I’ve stayed a couple of times and the rooms are always clean and a decent size. My most recent room overlooked the railway which made a little noise, but nothing that decent earplugs couldn’t handle.

KG
Katie Grace Mar 16, 2026
10

The hotel room was clean and tidy with great views of the shard. The reception team were kind and helpful. Trains could easily be heard from inside the hotel but that was to be expected given the location. Overall the hotel was definitely worth the money and I would visit again.

MW
mark wintie Mar 12, 2026
8.0

This is good value for money hotel in a convenient location for Southbank and Borough Market. There is a great pub opposite, best burgers in town!!! Also there is a convenience store below the hotel, great for bottled water and snacks for the room. Be aware though there is continual noise from the train lines next to the hotel, if you're a light sleeper take earplugs.

GL
Grace Lee Feb 23, 2026
8.0

Location is near the southwark station. A short walk. In fact, if you are a keen walker, you can walk to quite a number of tourist sites, crossing the various bridges nearby. Borough mkt, Shakespeare dome, Southbank, national theatre, blackfriars bridge, and embankment are all walking distance. The rooms are reasonable sized. Beds are comfy. The bathroom seems to need upgrading. The exhaust doesn’t work. The whole bathroom is fogged up. Windows cannot be opened hence a sense of muskiness felt. The dining room for breakfast is quite big, food is average. But for the price it’s ok. The best food for me was the fruit bowl. Oh, there are 2 elevator lifts, if you have many/heavy luggages. Uber can come right up to the entrance if heading to/from the airport.

CB
Chris Botham Jan 17, 2026
10

Very friendly and helpful staff. Room was OK but no plug sockets near the bed. They did provide an extention lead which still wasn't enough due to weird room shape. The toilet was fitted poorly and was very mobile. The bed creaked quite a lot and looked ready to collapse on bent legs. Other than that, the room was clean and tidy.

ND
Natalie Douglas Dec 28, 2025
10

I had an incredible stay at this hotel! The location is perfect—within easy walking distance to all the major tourist spots, which made sightseeing a breeze. The entire staff was friendly and welcoming, but I want to give a special shout-out to the manager, Bhanu and the head staff leader Nathan. They were exceptionally accommodating and went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. Highly recommended for anyone looking for great service in a prime location. Great for families.

AR
Alistair Roy Dec 27, 2025
8.0

Seeing the negative reviews before my stay had me anxious but it was fine. A typical traveloge. Our room was clean, renovated within the last few years I'd say and did not smell of damp like others mention. I do prefer hotels with windows that can open to properly air, but no issues with this one. Paid the £3.50 extra for a room by the road rather than railway and couldn't hear a thing. Aircon was surprisingly good, and ideally placed next to the bed. Ideal if like me get roasting after drinking and helped a good night's sleep. Would stay back at the right price, it has its place for a budget stay and so close to Southwark tube.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Travelodge London Central Southwark

London, United Kingdom

A 3-minute walk from Southwark tube station, this modern budget hotel is also 7 minutes on foot from the Tate Modern and 2 miles from the British Museum.

  • St Pancras International 57 min Walk
  • Tottenham Court Road 43 min Walk
  • Old Street 45 min Walk
  • Heathrow Airport 59 min Car · 50 min Transit
  • London Gatwick Airport 1 hr 22 Car · 1 hr 6 Transit
  • London Stansted Airport 1 hr 1 Car · 1 hr 35 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in London. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

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St. Paul's Cathedral

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4.7 · Cathedral
Big Ben 97,849 reviews

Big Ben

London SW1A 0AA, United Kingdom

4.6 · Cultural Landmark
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