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The Ned Hotel, London

27 Poultry, London EC2R 8AJ, United Kingdom (show on map)

The Ned is a show-stopping hotel located in the heart of London’s financial district. It occupies the former Midland Bank headquarters, a Grade I listed masterpiece designed by Sir Edwin “Ned” Lutyens in 1924. The hotel’s name is a playful nod to the architect himself, and its grand, neoclassic architecture makes it one of the most recognizable buildings in the City.

The property is packed with incredible history, most notably its legendary basement vault. Once used to secure the bank’s riches, the vault—complete with its massive, iconic circular door—was famously featured in the 1964 James Bond film Goldfinger. Today, it has been transformed into a unique subterranean spa, where guests can swim in a pool surrounded by 3,000 original stainless-steel safety deposit boxes.

Inside, the vast former banking hall serves as a spectacular reception area, featuring 92 green verdite marble columns and a stage where live music plays daily. With ten restaurants, a members’ club, and an indoor pool, the hotel blends 1920s glamour with modern, high-end luxury, offering a truly immersive experience in a historic setting.

Location-wise, you are perfectly placed for sightseeing. The hotel sits right next to the Bank of England and opposite Mansion House. A short walk brings you to the magnificent St. Paul’s Cathedral, while major attractions like the Tower of London and the bustling markets of the East End are just a quick journey away via the nearby Bank tube station.

Expert reviews

CN Traveler review:

“Dreamed up by Soho House founder Nick Jones, The Ned has nine restaurants, 15 bars, a spa, two pools and a members’ club. The imposing hulk of a building used to be the headquarters of the Midland Bank.”

Forbes review:

“When London-based Soho House & Co teamed up with New York’s Sydell Group to resurrect a former bank, glamorous stay The Ned was born. This wasn’t any ordinary bank, though. The 1924 Grade 1 listed building is a remarkable structure, designed by (and named for) legendary London architect Sir Edwin “Ned” Lutyens.”

Guest rating

4.6 out of 5.0

Ranked 24th in London


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What guests liked


Value for Money

90 %

Ranked 13th in London


We use a smart algorithm to determine the value for money each hotel offers. The score is based on a combination of aggregated guest review ratings and the average nightly rate. The higher the percentage, the better the overall value you receive for the price you pay.


Location

Recent guest reviews

5.0
Ruth

26 April 2026

Birthday treat to myself and I was thoroughly spoilt!

Location was perfect for getting to my restaurant booking but I also wish I’d had a longer stay to try the hotel restaurant and bar as it was buzzing and had live entertainment. The staff were wonderful and welcoming.

There was nothing to dislike.

5.0
Karl

24 April 2026

Great place definitely be back

We have stayed a couple times now and it’s a lovely place definitely be back

5.0
Sarah

19 April 2026

Stayed for a dinner at the Mansion House. Wonderful. Lovely pool too

The bed was so comfortable. Great place

Nothing

4.0
Paul

7 April 2026

A real treat overall, a wonderful place to stay, rich in history.

Location, staff and bedrooms were all excellent and as expected at The Ned.

The Ned Feast simply does not cater well enough for allergen sufferers including Gluten Free. Their Feast offering is plentiful but with insufficient attention provided to GF guests. The price per person for non-allergen sufferers is fine, the price per person for allergen sufferers is simply too high until they introduce an allergy considerate menu.

4.0
Michelle

5 April 2026

A stylish and vibrant hotel with a few aspects that could be improved

The interior design is truly beautiful, with a distinctive 1920s style that gives the entire place a unique and sophisticated atmosphere. One of the highlights was the lively ambiance in the evenings, as the lobby regularly featured live music and events, which made returning to the hotel feel special every night.

There were, however, a few aspects that could be improved. Unfortunately, the windows in our room could not be opened.

In addition, the service felt somewhat inconsistent: doors were not typically held open, assistance with luggage was only provided upon request, and it was uncommon to be greeted first by the staff.

5.0
Jason

10 March 2026

Amazing stay, made my wife’s birthday a special one to remember

Great decor, friendly professional staff who made our stay amazing

Nothing

5.0
Liana

2 March 2026

Excellent stay! Would highly recommend

The hotel, bars and restaurants were all excellent.

5.0
Gianni

22 February 2026

Will be returning

Facilities, choice of restaurants and bars, but most of all was the live music

5.0
Amanda

20 February 2026

A perfect staycation and we did not have to leave the hotel. We used the gym, pool, restaurant (cecconis) and we had roo

Accessibility, all you needed was there in room and in hotel.

That you couldn’t use gym facilities until checking in. I wanted to use earlier in day prior checking in. No option to pay extra for this. I would also prefer the gym pass being included in the price. Rather then a higher price for room. This due to how a customer is left feeling. Could not connect the tv to phone via chrome cast. Apple TV would be a great option for rooms.

5.0
Helen

16 February 2026

Comfortable, buzzing atmosphere great staff

The most amazing atmosphere, great staff, restaurants were so good

Nothing

5.0
Ben

16 February 2026

Best hotel in London

Premium hotel with premium costs but worth every penny!

4.0
John

14 February 2026

Air con unit behind wall had running water all through the night kept me awake

Very authentic

Bed not comfortable

5.0
Jonathan

19 January 2026

Perfect birthday weekend away in this adults playground

Its a beautiful property, so much character, opulent furnishings.
Would highly recommend the parlour on a Saturday evening

Nothing - its awesome

5.0
Aisling

18 January 2026

A perfect London staycation

The room was beautiful and I really appreciated all the little touches like having a steamer, hair straightener, charger and adaptor all included. The staff were all so friendly and attentive and I’m already looking forward to booking another stay.

5.0
Yordanov

16 January 2026

It was great but the tiramisu was disappointing

Pretty much everything apart from the tiramisu

The tiramisu

5.0
Damion

31 December 2025

Perfect city break, love The Ned!

Great city location, lovely room, very good rain forest shower and Cowshed products, excellent breakfast, especially the croissants

5.0
Anthony

27 December 2025

Amazing experience as always

Excellent level of service as always

Nothing

5.0
Marc

24 December 2025

A perfect start to Christmas

Our 6th time back at the Ned and most special yet as we got engaged on the rooftop thanks to the amazing staff

Nothing - it’s terrific

4.0
Mehdi

18 December 2025

Will come back again!

Amazing location and great facilities

Aged facilities which need refurbishment

5.0
Debra

13 December 2025

Fabulous stay in this gorgeous hotel . Attentive friendly staff , amazing food and beautiful rooms

The stunning building and history

4.5
James

2 December 2025

Overall good, but need to consider creating a hotel guest only space.

Very comfortable room and the shower was amazing.
Thought of everything you could possibly need.

No real lounge area for use of residents, the public areas are always packed and you can’t find anywhere to sit and relax other than your room.

5.0
Mark

16 November 2025

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Will definitely revisit.

Luxurious and buzzy

Location . A fair walk or costly taxi

4.0
Howard

14 November 2025

Bit of a mix up with payments on departure but Excellent staff, great location and good food. Wonderful atmosphere

Great atmosphere and great food

Room was cold on arrival and a bit dark

5.0
Hughes-penney

8 November 2025

We’ ll come again

The comfort

The breakfast portions were much too big

4.0
Rani

22 October 2025

Beautiful hotel, a couple of tweaks would make it 10/10

Beautiful room, smooth check-in. Shower pressure is incredible and the Cowshed products are all gorgeous. Love all of the little extras that make things more comfortable - hair iron, tampons, loofah etc.

A bit of a rabbit warren and we could find our way downstairs via stairs close to our room but access was blocked back up so had to keep taking different routes! More signage about lifts and access points would be really helpful. Also, the ficed pricing on breakfast (which is 'included') was all a bit confusing and felt a bit tacky for an establishment of this nature, just include breakfast and allow people to choose what they want without worrying about an overage, it's not going to hurt the Ned's pocket if a room orders an extra pastry basket.

4.5
David

18 October 2025

I will be back a wiser person next time.

1. Room very good.
2. Location for my planned movements was excellent
3. Breakfast was 10/10 in one location & 0/10 in another

1. Club membership was not explained

5.0
Zahid

7 October 2025

Elegant pleasure in every sense .

The room was elegantly opulent , wonderfully decorated , quiet and comfortable. The bathroom with all its various balms was like a private sauna. The food , music , cabaret and vault made this a joyful time.

4.5
Sally

19 September 2025

One of the nicest hotels I've stayed in for great atmosphere. Will definitely stay again!

overall ambiance, friendly reception staff, great location, great gym

if gym was free to guests

5.0
Jgore

1 September 2025

Considering the hotel was renovated not that long ago the bedroom could have done with some TLC.

Excellent location. Close to London places of interest. Friendly staff.

Rooms could do with a bit of TLC

4.0
Paul

30 August 2025

Overall it was splendid

I love the rooms, always first class and excellent quality.

Nothing really, some staff members ( the doorman in particular were excellent) Some not so good. When I ordered a drink in the lobby/ bar area the service was poor and had attitude, which I don’t appreciate and especially in a hotel of this quality and price band.

5.0
John

30 August 2025

The hotel is iconic with lots of history , plenty of R&R had in the spa and the four poster bed.

The room was exceptional, it was kitted out with plenty of small appreciated touches.

Lutyens Grill is a dinner reservation I would make again as the streaks were some of the best we’ve had in a long time.

The bed was so pleasant to sleep on , we didn’t want to get out of it.

The vault is an interesting bar to pass through but not worth the additional fee to sit and drink at in my opinion.

4.5
Fraser

17 August 2025

A special place for a special occasion

Amazing location right in the city centre close to Borough Market, London Bridge, Shard, Barbican etc

Almost nothing not to like, but excellence comes at a pretty price. Will definitely return for special occasions.

5.0
Donna

2 August 2025

Will definitely return.. such a fabulous experience

Beautifully decorated with friendly staff and ideal location

Nothing

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar
  • - Breakfast in the room
  • - Snack bar
  • - Special diet menus (on request)
  • - Kids' meals (additional charge)
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
  • - Coffee house on site

General

  • - Room service
  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Barber/beauty shop
  • - Family rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Heating
  • - Allergy-free room
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Air conditioning
  • - Pet basket
  • - Pet bowls

Business facilities

  • - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
  • - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)

Reception services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Concierge service
  • - Invoice provided

Activities

  • - Fitness centre (additional charge)
  • - Spa & wellness centre (additional charge)
  • - Massage (additional charge)
  • - Indoor pool (additional charge)
  • - Indoor pool (all year) (additional charge)
  • - Evening entertainment
  • - Beauty services
  • - Facial treatments
  • - Waxing services
  • - Hair treatments
  • - Manicure
  • - Pedicure
  • - Haircut
  • - Hair colouring
  • - Hair styling
  • - Body treatments
  • - Body scrub
  • - Body wrap
  • - Light therapy
  • - Spa facilities
  • - Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • - Fitness
  • - Yoga classes
  • - Fitness classes
  • - Personal trainer
  • - Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • - Live music/performance

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Ironing service
  • - Trouser press (additional charge)
  • - Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

  • - Wheelchair accessible
  • - Toilet with grab rails
  • - Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and wellness

  • - Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • - Swimming pool

Miscellaneous

  • - 24-hour security
  • - Key access
  • - Key card access
  • - Security alarm
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - CCTV outside property
  • - Fire extinguishers
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