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NoMad Hotel, London

28 Bow Street, Westminster Borough, London, WC2E 7AW, United Kingdom. (show on map)

The NoMad London is a stunning transformation of the historic Bow Street Magistrates’ Court and Police Station. Built in the late 19th century, the building once held famous figures like Oscar Wilde and the Suffragettes. The hotel’s design, led by the renowned firm Roman and Williams, masterfully preserves the grand Edwardian architecture while layering in rich, moody interiors that pay homage to the site’s legal heritage.

The heart of the hotel is undoubtedly the soaring, glass-ceilinged atrium, known as the NoMad Restaurant. This sun-drenched space feels like a secret garden hidden in the city, filled with lush plants and elegant details. For those seeking something more intimate, the Side Hustle bar occupies what used to be the police station’s front entrance, offering a sophisticated twist on the classic British pub experience.

Art lovers will appreciate the hotel’s dedicated gallery space, which features a rotating curation of works that lean into the building’s gritty, storied past. Every corner of the hotel is filled with thoughtfully sourced antiques and custom-designed furniture that makes the entire property feel like a curated, private residence rather than a standard hotel.

Location-wise, you are perfectly placed in Covent Garden. You can walk to the Royal Opera House or the bustling market in minutes. The British Museum is also just a short stroll away, making this hotel an ideal base for soaking up the culture and history of London’s vibrant West End.

Expert reviews

CN Traveler review:

“Covent Garden has been more or less fashionable for centuries, but NoMad will pin a new centre of gravity here. This is a big-thinking, blockbuster hotel in London that knows how to have fun. It seems to crystallize the renewed optimism and energy of the capital. Maybe the Roaring Twenties can begin again here.”

Guest rating

4.6 out of 5.0

Ranked 22nd in London


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What guests liked


Value for Money

89.33 %

Ranked 16th 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
Helen

13 November 2025

Gorgeous, funky yet classy hotel in superb position

Brilliant location for the West End. Hotel beautiful with all staff very helpful and professional. Gorgeous room - comfy bed, stunning bathroom and lovely period touches. Loved the little touches eg champagne for birthday celebration, bookmark for my novel and fresh milk in the fridge!

Overall, classy, elegant and funky vibe (ask to see the cells!) perfect for all travellers looking for a little bit extra. Boutique but homely - will definitely be back.

TV a bit difficult to navigate - but minor gripe

5.0
Arabella

2 November 2025

Elegant warm luxury.

My mother is 90 and I had mentioned that her circulation was not the best. Her room was extra warm on arrival and two hot water bottles were laid out on the bed. She was upgraded to a stunning room.
The free afternoon tea on arrival (2 slices of Victoria sponge, 4 lemon macarons, 2 chocolate chip cookies per room) was superb and just what was needed after a long train journey.
Also appreciated was the lack of a cloying overwhelming fragrance everywhere which so many hotels mistakenly seem to think is pleasant.

Slightly clutching at straws here since we had such a wonderful time. The passageways were a little dark and the signage to the rooms not the best (though the desire to be subtle was appreciated). Too much weird art in the rooms for my taste, but the next person might have thought it amazing. The mound of undressed lollo rosso with my (delicious) eggs benedict was superflous - put the eggs on a smaller plate and ditch the pointless garnish! And perhaps a more traditional breakfast might be available (or if it was available, mentioned somewhere) - cereal, toast, boiled eggs, not everyone wants truffles in the morning.

4.5
Edward

1 November 2025

One night for theatre! Great location in Covernt garden. Building is steeped in history and very cool decor. Loved it

Central location
Period features and history
Spacious suite
Amazing shower!!

Nothing. All good

5.0
Sherrie

20 October 2025

Such a great central London hotel!

Honestly everything was so good! From the food to the room, I couldn’t find fault in anything.

5.0
David

20 October 2025

Comfortable, historic luxury in a great location with great service

Great location, historical finishes that are both luxurious and comfortable

4.0
Lister

15 October 2025

Overall, we enjoyed the hotel and the staff and would recommend. Just be mindful if your stay is short that it’s possibl

Well appointed rooms and facilities. Staff helpful and friendly, especially the doormen. The location was also good 👍🏼

When choosing a hotel, you generally choose one that has restaurants, lounges etc available to use at your discretion. With an event on for a full day, we lost some of the options that we chose the hotel for over a 24 hour period. It’s not the end of the world but when you are in the city for such a short time, it’s disappointing. Also we didn’t appreciate ‘discretionary’ charges being automatically added to our bill. We would have preferred being asked verbally if that was something we wanted to do.

5.0
Kerry

8 October 2025

We booked a return stay on the train home. Looking forward to going back.

Hotel is superb. Rooms are excellent.
Service was fantastic.

5.0
Barçın

30 August 2025

Feels like we are home. Best house keeping ever!

House keeping was amazing!

5.0
Diane

20 August 2025

Great hotel in an amazing location!!!

This property is amazing from the moment we stepped out of the cab until the moment we left! The rooms were perfect, clean, comfortable, and the air conditioning was wonderful. The rooms were very quiet. We had 2 rooms right next to one another. The shower was great! The concierge was so helpful, and made great recommendations. We had a little hiccup at the end where we extended our checkout by an hour the night before, but the staff hadn’t communicated it to morning staff, but they were gracious and it wound up not being a problem. The location is very central and you can walk to restaurants, the theater and shopping. Can’t recommend highly enough.

Nothing.

4.0
Lowana

16 August 2025

Unique, historical, surprising

Interesting decor, Very helpful staff who gave us a tour of the hotel history

A bit too dark

5.0
Elizabeth

8 August 2025

Gorgeous hotel multiple chic bars and spaces, beautiful room, great location and staff

Great design , location and service

Windows a bit small in rooms

4.0
Shireen

30 July 2025

Fantastic location with great artsy rooms, however they do not accommodate early check-ins.

Fantastic location with great artsy rooms, great restaurants and bars in and around the hotel and friendly staff.

We asked for an early check in and that wasn’t accommodated which is unfortunate since we had 3 kids under the age of 5 who were all desperate for a nap. We arrived at 8.30 am and requested a 10/11am check in but ended up checking in at 3pm which was rather painful.

5.0
Dave

25 July 2025

Beautiful and comfortable surroundings...amazing staff!!

We liked everything! The food...the location...the staff! The staff were simply amazing! So friendly and helpful!
I cannot recommend Nomad enough! Absolutely perfect!!

Nothing.

5.0
Benedetta

13 June 2025

A must stay in London

This has become my new favorite hotel in London. Excellent team, location and facilities. Charming old school hotel with every modern comfort available. Don’t stay anywhere else if you’re visiting London.

5.0
Julia

18 May 2025

I wish I could live here.

Everything! It feels like you are in a film - love the decor, attention to detail, thoughtful approach from the staff. Oh yes, and the old fashioned dial phone in the room!!

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5.0
Amanda

12 May 2025

Very pleasant hotel with very attentive staff

Location and breakfast

Everywhere was a little to dark especially the corridors

5.0
Stacey

25 April 2025

Love Covent Garden and the NoMad is in a fabulous neighborhood and hotel is very

Very hip and cool and amazing service!

A little Reno action going on but totally understand and the hotel did a great job to keep guests out of the work areas.

4.5
Elizabeth

21 April 2025

good stay. loved the room. didn't love the street it was on

nice room, good size and beautiful bathroom. nice staff, excellent housekeeping

ok location

5.0
Susan

7 April 2025

I loved it and would definitely go back

Great atmosphere, beautiful interior design, central location

No magnifying mirror

5.0
Justine

5 April 2025

Fabulous staff and best night sleep ever at a hotel!

I’d booked the Opera as a birthday present for my husband. The hotel is perfectly placed as opposite in Bow Street
Staff are wonderful and rooms are very comfortable

4.5
Muzaffer

2 April 2025

Very nice decorated, excellent location

Rooms are small

5.0
Austin

24 March 2025

True luxury in the heart of the theatre district

Nomad London is perfect for a luxurious pampering well located in the heart of the theatre district (but a quiet part!) of London near Covent Garden. The decor is fantastic, the staff incredibly hospitable and attentive, and it is sometimes hard to leave this cozy and incredible hotel to go outside and enjoy the rest of London! I highly recommend the Library bar for cocktails either before theatre or at the end of a long and delightful day sightseeing. Our new favourite London hotel!

5.0
Olly

10 March 2025

Brilliant, a real treat!

Really lovely stay, bar and staff are amazing. Expensive but worth every penny

If I Had to be pedantic. A number of people had good seats in the library, sitting on their own nursing a coffee and working. Three of us were a little wedged in the corner.

5.0
David

4 March 2025

The most perfect hotel experience

NoMad was was impeccable as ever. The level of service from the concierge is a cut above

Nothing. It is perfect

4.5
Pınar

16 February 2025

Great place to stay in LONDON

Location (next to Covent Garden), charm (charming old building), ambiance (restaurant is popular in the evenings), room (beautiful), cleanliness, front desk, Christmas decorations, Fruit basket that was waiting for us in our room. Upgrading my mum to a beautiful suite. most things about this hotel is perfect.

Breakfast and the rude person serving it, so we had to find alternative place to have our breakfast not to run into him again, even though we had paid for the whole stay and the restaurant was very charming.

5.0
Gareth

20 January 2025

Perfect location, hotel is superb. Would defray again and recommend.

Its location, its history and general decor

Nothing to dislike

5.0
Susan

13 January 2025

Unforgettable stay at the beautiful Nomad

From check in to check out, every moment of our stay was wonderful. The staff were amazing, they really went above and beyond to give a fantastic service and they were especially nice to my little dog, with custom baked treats for her at the room and even a treat for her at the bar! Will definitely be coming back!

Everything was perfect

4.0
Karen

29 November 2024

Great location, luxurious feel though tight on room space for the price

The property is fabulous, its location is excellent however it is very pricey and the rooms are not super spacious. The restaurant has a lovely vibe too.

Hallway was very dark which creates ambience but actually difficult to see where you’re going.

5.0
Helen

16 October 2024

A spot of modern luxury in the heart of London

Beautiful building set off by chic interior schemes and lots of interesting art works

5.0
Eleni

10 October 2024

The staff went above and beyond location was perfect for us. Will definitely stay again

More importantly, the location, staff and food were exceptional! I could not go this hotel.. It had a boutique with a quality of a high-end hotel in every aspect will definitely stay again

Nothing

4.5
Cristina

28 September 2024

Gem in the middle of Covent Garden

Great ambience, lovely restaurant well illuminated and nice bars. Extremely clean, wonderful service from all staff, everyone was very helpful and kind. I particularly enjoyed the library area where you can have great drinks. The location is simply perfect, you can walk anywhere in the centre in about 10-20 minutes max. The room was spacious and well designed, great bathroom.

5.0
Selina

22 September 2024

A wonderful hotel in the heart of covent garden

I would like to say thank you for such a lovely stay. From the door men, to check in staff, waiters and waitresses- everyone was so welcome and made the stay really special. We also really appreciated the upgrade of our room which was such a wonderful surprise and having the room ready for our early check in was lovely.

It was also appreciated when you asked the type of milk we like with our coffee- we love a coffee in the morning and it was great to have it with oat milk which not many hotels offer.

Nothing

5.0
Andrew

15 September 2024

Stylish hotel with impeccable service and was spotlessly clean!

Staff were fantastic and on check in escorted us up to our room, gave us a voucher for cocktails in any of the bars, familiarised us with the different hotel bars/restaurants and talked us through our room and the history of the hotel. All members of staff were very friendly and greeted us whenever we bumped into them.

Very small thing and I am being picky but on the doors it was difficult to see where to scan the card to open them.

5.0
Richard

6 September 2024

Amazing in everyway

Everything, this hotel is amazing.
Location ☑️ food ☑️ drinks ☑️ staff ☑️ rooms ☑️
You get what you pay for!

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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)
  • - Fruits (additional charge)

General

  • - Room service
  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Family rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Soundproof rooms
  • - Car hire
  • - 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
  • - Currency exchange
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Concierge service
  • - Private check-in/check-out
  • - Invoice provided

Activities

  • - Fitness centre

Entertainment & family services

  • - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)

Cleaning services

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

Accessibility

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

Miscellaneous

  • - 24-hour security
  • - Key access
  • - Key card access
  • - Security alarm
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - CCTV outside property
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Delivered food is securely covered
  • - Face masks for guests available
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