Known for its trendy street art, eclectic nightlife and cutting-edge restaurants, the East London district of Shoreditch makes for an ideal base for exploring the capital’s edgier side.
(Photo: The Z Hotel / Courtesy Booking.com)
A haven for coffee-lovers and creatives, neon-lit Shoreditch buzzes with energy night and day. But don’t be fooled into thinking you need to fork out a small fortune to stay here – this funky urban enclave offers a surprising number of stylish, affordable hotels that put you right at the centre of the action without hitting you too hard in the wallet. We’ve looked into all of them and picked out our three favourites below.
The Z Hotel
A sleek urban retreat, the Z Hotel is just a short stroll from Shoreditch High Street and Hoxton Square, where if offers a blend of convenience and comfort. Guest rooms are snug yet stylish, with hand-crafted beds and a 48-inch Samsung HD TV. The en-suite shower rooms come with all the essentials, including complimentary toiletries. Elsewhere in the hotel, there’s an on-site café serving up a tempting breakfast spread to help start your day in the right way. From £100 per night.
The Shoreditch Inn
(Photo: The Shoreditch Inn / Courtesy Booking.com)
Another budget-friendly option is this character-rich inn, situated a 10-minute walk from Shoreditch Overground Station. Guest rooms are compact, soundproofed and equipped with essentials including air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. A continental vegetarian breakfast is served daily in the hotel’s cosy dining area. For things to do locally, some of Shoreditch’s finest shops, bars and restaurants can be found just around the corner. From £98 per night.
Point A Shoreditch
(Photo: Point A Shoreditch / Courtesy Booking.com)
Just 600 metres from Hoxton Square and a stone’s throw from Shoreditch High Street, this hotel offers easy access to everything from vintage shops to kaleidoscopic street art. Rooms are compact but well thought-out, with a plush bed, power shower and all the tech perks including USB charging points, flat-screen TV and free high-speed WiFi. The 24-hour reception is a bonus, as is the daily continental breakfast. From £71 per night.
By Paul Joseph