The Best London Hotels For New Years Eve Fireworks From Budget To Luxury

Last Updated on 20 December, 2023

Its that time of year again, I wanted to share tips on the best London hotels for new years eve fireworks and everything from new years eve London travel, best places to stay in London and cheap hotels in London new years eve.

Will also include some of the perfect 5-star hotels in London for new years eve and London hotel with a view of new years eve fireworks.

Londoners get just as excited about the new years eve fireworks as tourists do so in this post you are going to get a local’s perfective of the best hotels in London for new years eve fireworks. Also look out for my next post on new years eve London restaurants to watch fireworks. I will link back to this here once it’s published

I am lucky that I can watch the fireworks from my roof terrace at home most new years or when I visit my sister I can watch it from the balcony but have also been able to view the fireworks from many angles in the city.

Other places work considering if you are in London, check out my post on the best rooftop bars in London, as most will also have great views of the fireworks in London.

Among these is Trafalgar Square Vista Bar with great views of the fireworks. If you are looking for hotel view of London eye fireworks or a hotel near London Eye New Year’s Eve fireworks whether that is cheap hotels nye London or high-end hotels with a luxury 5 star service.

Below is a full list of hotels offering not only the views but great location too in central London so that you can get closer to the London Eye, where the fireworks are lit up. Also, check out my post on the best areas for nightlife in London to fully make the most of your NYE activities.

New Year’s Eve London Hotel Packages

While the list below is hotels in London with the best views of London fireworks as well as hotels near London fireworks on new year’s eve, you can also get yourself new year in London packages.

Some of these will offer either flight and hotel option or will offer exclusive London NYE hotel deals at a cheaper rate for last minute bookings or London hotels new years eve deals that come with an option of dinner included.

For such London new year hotel deals and more, check out Lastminute, Expedia, and LateRooms. to bag yourself one of the London hotels with views of new years eve fireworks.

Mid-Range And Cheap Hotels In London For New Year’s Eve

If you are looking for cheap accommodation options in London for new years in London then also check out my post on the best London Hostels as that also includes many hostels located near the London fireworks.

For cheap hotels near London Eye new years eve fireworks below are a couple of reasonably affordable hotels in London for NYE. For more options also check out PremierInn and Travelodge Hotels as you will not find these listed on sites like Booking, Hotels or Agoda.

Travelodge Southwark

Among the best-located options for cheap hotels for London NYE. Travelodge is 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.

The bright, air-conditioned rooms come with custom-designed beds, limited free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus tea and coffee making equipment. Family rooms add sofabeds, and children age 15 and under stay free in their parents’ room.

The hotel has a casual restaurant/bar offering an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet (free for kids) and simple dinners.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: Comfortable and reasonably priced. In addition to being a short walk from London Eye as well as the Shard and Tower Bridge. So whether you choose to celebrate at the many parties within the Shard or at the bottom of the London Eye, you will be glad when the celebrations are over not to need to get on packed buses and underground and just walk back to your hotel.

The Best London Hotels For New Years Eve Fireworks To Start The Year With A Spark!

Mercure | CitizenM Bankside

On a commercial street in Central London’s South Bank, this hip hotel features a modern glass facade. It’s within a 7-minute walk of the Tate Modern museum, Shakespeare’s Globe theatre and Jubilee Line Underground service.

The streamlined, mood-lit rooms provide free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with complimentary movies, and touch-screen tablet room controls, plus integrated bathrooms featuring rainfall showerheads. Amenities include a trendy lounge bar, and a colourful lobby with guest-use iMacs and design-focused books, along with a 24/7 canteen serving light meals.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: Just a few meters from the Thames River Walk which gives you easy access to walk along the riverside before and after the London fireworks on New Year’s Eve. Also perfect for New Year’s day to get some fresh air after a hangover on the riverside which on the doorstep.

Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo

Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo is on Waterloo Road, London. London Eye can be reached within 15 minutes from this hotel, and the fireworks can be viewed from the balconies, and those who nearly miss the live view of the fireworks can view it from the glass windows.

The hotel breakfast package includes free tea and coffee, there is a 24-hour Snack hub at the lobby, and a fitness center with the latest cardio and weight equipment.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: You have views of the London Eye from some of the rooms and if you room doesn’t come with the views then you are only a 5-minute walk from London Eye you can grab the best spot for the NYE fireworks. You can also find this hotel within our list of the best hotels near London Eye.

Holiday Inn Express Southwark

Holiday Inn Express is also just a short walk from Mad Hatter Hotel and a 4-minute walk from the Tate Modern museum in London’s lively South Bank, this informal hotel is also a 6-minute walk from Southwark Underground station and a 7-minute walk from Shakespeare’s Globe theatre.

Among options for cheap hotels for new year in london. Simple, modern rooms come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as work desks, and tea and coffee making facilities. Some add sofabeds. A breakfast buffet is complimentary.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: Another bargain hotel but you need to book as early as possible. This is only a short walk from London Eye as well as Tower Bridge so whether you want to watch the NYE fireworks or celebrate in the city, you are only a short walk from the hotel so no need to be packed like sardines on the transport system post fireworks.

Mad Hatter Hotel

This little gem is among the affordable and cheap hotels in London NYE and is located so close to the action that you can easy walk to the London Eye Firworks display in under 10 minutes.

Madd Hatter Hotels is set above a Victorian pub and occupies a former hat factory, this modern hotel lies less than a 10-minute walk from the Oxo Tower’s restaurants and shops, the Globe Theatre, and Waterloo tube/station.

Complete with plush rooms that are decorated in a contemporary style, and feature flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. The traditional pub retains Victorian features, including dark wood panelling and brass, and specialises in whisky.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: Another hotel that is close London Eye and a few meters from Waterloo Bridge which also offer stunning views of the fireworks if you are not able to bag a spot under London Eye. Also rates are great but we suggest booking as early as you can.

Ibis Blackfriars & Ibis Styles London Southbank (Near Borough Market)

This modern hotel, set in brick building in the Southwark district, lies an 8-minute walk from London Bridge tube station and a 9-minute walk from the Tate Modern museum.

The colourfully decorated rooms feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Suites add Nespresso machines, iPod docks and sofabeds. The property offers a complimentary buffet breakfast. Other amenities include a cosy international restaurant and a bar, as well as 3 meeting rooms and a ballroom.

A 2-minute walk from Southwark tube station, this straightforward hotel is less than a mile from the London Eye and 2 miles from the British Museum. The relaxed rooms feature desks, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus tea and coffeemaking facilities. There’s a casual international restaurant and a laid-back bar, as well as a business centre. Breakfast is offered for a fee.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: Reasonable rates and a short walk from London Eye as well as amazing transport links if celebrating away from London Eye.

Hilton Bankside

This is a modern hotel with a bronzed–metal facade is a 6-minute walk from Southwark tube station and a mile from the London Eye. Modern rooms offer complimentary Wi-Fi and 42-inch flat-screen TVs, as well as tea and coffeemaking facilities, minifridges, and custom-designed beds.

Upgraded rooms feature access a lounge with free breakfast and all-day refreshments. Suites add living areas. There’s 24-hour room service. Amenities include a heated indoor pool, an exercise room, and a sleek industrial-chic restaurant with an open kitchen. There’s also a hip bar in a converted factory, along with event space.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: A slice of luxury and comfort as well as being in the middle between London Eye and the Shard. So wherever you choose to celebrate this hotel is in an amazing location. Also a few meters from the rivers side walk so you can walk off any NYE hangovers.

High-end London Hotels with Views of New Year’s Eve Fireworks | 5-star London Hotels For New Years Eve

Above I covered some of the most well located best hotel in London for new years eve fireworks that are usually budget friendly. In this section I will take you through some of the most luxurious hotels in London that also offer the best hotel to view new years eve fireworks in London but still offer convenient option in terms of location to many of London’s beautiful tourist sights.

If lodging in one of these luxurious hotels where you can closely view the fireworks and relax at the same time is something that is right at the top of your list then you will love the options below. Also included of course is Shangri La hotel, which I stayed this time last year. It offers amazing view of London and you will have stuning views of the fireworks too.

You can check out my experience at Shangri La hotel at the Shard here and here. So for a luxury stay in the best hotel for London new years eve fireworks read on!

Park Plaza County Hall

This hotel is among the best London hotels for new years eve fireworks. Located at the South Bank of London. The highest floors of the rooms allow guests to view London Eye, the entire city, and of course the fireworks. During New Year’s Eve, get to see the fireworks from the rooms with high floors.

There are recreational spots such as a gym where you can get fit, restaurant with luxurious meals and a health club which is totally beneficial to you. Guests are entitled to spacious rooms, feature plasma-screen TVs and Wi-Fi for easy internet connection.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: One of the closest hotels to London Eye firework celebrations. Should you choose to celebrate indoors, the hotel has balcony views of the London Eye and the city.

London Marriott County Hall

At this hotel, you can view the New Year’s Eve fireworks from the Gillrays Steakhouse and Bar where you view the London Eye. You would also overlook the River Thames and Big Ben. The bar offers you a great view of the fireworks while you wine and dine. Marriott London County Hall is a historic 5-star hotel, and includes spacious rooms, fitness clubs and classes, sauna and steam room.

Guests also get to enjoy the swimming pools and luxury beds. There is also a Superior King Room with Parliament view access.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: You could not be close to the London Eye if you tried while staying at this hotel. The hotel is located where the blue lights are in the picture below. Marriot Hotel also offers an amazing afternoon tea with views.

CLHH Luxury Apartment Trafalgar Square

CLHH Trafalgar Riverside Penthouse does not only boast of luxury separate rooms, but it also comes with a private kitchen where you decide to make your own recipe. You can view the New Year’s Eve fireworks from the penthouse as you relax with your friend, family or loved one on the cushion.

You can also see the fireworks and the London Eye at a distance from the dining area. The glass walls and windows allow you to have a great view of the city and experience the New Year’s Eve fireworks to the fullest.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: Close proximity to London Eye as well as room providing views of the London NYE fireworks.

ME London by Melia

Enjoy the New Year’s Eve with this spectacular hotel, ME London by Melia. ME London is a 2 minutes’ walk from the River Thames, Somerset Hosue, Convent Garden and Soho. The New Year’s Eve fireworks can be viewed from the Radio Rooftop terrace Bar while relaxing and enjoying innovative cocktail.

The interiors of the hotel are designed by Foster and Partners; also, the rooms contain floor-to-ceiling windows for more interesting views of the fireworks, the London Eye and the city of London at large.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: Luxurious rooms as well as stunning views of the London Eye where fireworks on NYE take place.

Shangri-la Hotel At The Shard London

One of the perfect choices is Shangri La hotel at the shard London for new years eve. Offering 5-star luxury services, Shangri-La Hotel has been accredited with having the highest bar in London; and with this, guests can always view the New Year’s Eve fireworks at the bar. This bar is called GÕNG, and it offers champagne and cocktail which you can sip while you watch the New Year’s Eve fireworks at the London Eye. The restaurant is also featured in our list of the best London restaurants with views.

A great award for the highest cocktail and champagne bar was also given to this marvelous hotel. The hotel also provides marble-clad bathrooms, climate control rooms, Acqua di Parma toiletries, Wi-Fi, luxurious beddings, and many other luxurious services.

This hotel also consists of the infamous ‘Shangri-la bed’ which comes with free Wi-Fi, iPod dock, TV and a set of binoculars that can help you see the fireworks at a closer view, and also the London Eye with everyone and everything around it during New Year’s Eve.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: The Shard has many restaurants and bars many offering stunning views of the capital in addition to many hotel rooms at the Shangri-La offering rooms with views of the London Eye. So you can celebrate here or in the city or at the bottom of the London Eye and you are only a short walk after the fireworks.

Apex Temple Court Hotel

The Apex Temple Court Hotel is located at Flint Street, London, where London’s historic Temple legal district is situated. At this hotel, from the balcony of the rooms, you can view the London Eye and the entire city, most especially the New Year’s Eve fireworks.

This hotel also offers a fireplace, oak-framed windows and a bar made from black and gold marble. It offers guests stylish rooms, luxurious 40-inch screen TV, modern cuisine in Chambers Restaurant, lit with candle lanterns and flourished with dark wood.

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My West End Luxury Three Bedroom Apartment

Located a few steps from Trafalgar Square, Westend Luxury 3 Bedroom is rated for the best value in London. This is because of its 3-bedroom apartment structure with a private kitchen and separate toilets. It offers river views, especially the view of the London Eye and the New Year’s fireworks from the River View Room with Double Bed.

This room is always taken by couples who decide to watch the New Year’s Eve fireworks together. It is well equipped with a private bathroom, free toiletries, a dishwasher in the kitchen and a flat-screen TV. It also comes with free Wi-Fi and other equipment suitable for guests. It is a 400m journey to the Prince of Wales Theatre. The nearest airport is the London City airport.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: This is perfect not only in terms of location but if you want to gather with friends and family for NYE in London, what better way to do than in this apartment.

Royal Horseguards

Awarded the prestigious AA London Hotel of the Year, The Royal Horseguards is a beautiful and luxurious 5-star hotel that contains bedrooms with Victorian elegance and quality equipment’s. You can view the New Year’s fireworks from the outdoor terrace for al fresco dining. This is seen in the Twenty One Two Restaurant where there is also a piano bar with food and wine.

It is a Grade I list hotel that overlooks the London Eye. It has a 2 AA Rosette restaurant and a gym. It also offers great river views, especially since it is located between the River Thames and Trafalgar Square. You take a short walk to the National Gallery from this hotel.

It is also equipped with highly recommended gadgets such as 32″ LCD TV, free Wi-Fi, a plasma TV in the bathroom and an iPod dock. There are Elemis toiletries in the bathroom and a free minibar.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: Proximity to and the views of the London Eye from your hotel room should you choose to celebrate indoors.

Corinthia London

Set right across from London Eye, Corinthia Hotel London for new years eve couldnt be any better located. The Corinthia hotel boasts of exquisite restaurants, 2 bars, and a florist. There is also a luxury hair salon by hairdresser Daniel Galvin. The New Year’s fireworks can be viewed from the bars. You get to experience this while feasting and drinking wine.

It is situated at one of London’s most prestigious areas, miles from Whitehall and Trafalgar Square. Corinthia Hotel is also known as the world’s first hotel concession for Harrods. The hotel offers award-winning spa and health treatments at ESPA Life at Corinthia. This spa is popularly known as London’s largest spa.

Not only do you get to see the New Year’s Eve fireworks from the bars; but there is also an iPod docking station, free Wi-Fi and LCD TV in each room. Enjoy this hotel as you experience luxurious rooms with state-of-the-art decor and hotel services just for you.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: This is one of Beyonce’s favourite hotels in London and comes with views of the London Eye as well as the City. So if you want to celebrate indoors it is perfect or if you prefer to be under the fireworks the hotel is a short walk from London Eye.

Mondrian London Southbank

Another hotel that is only a short walk to London Eye but even better that you are just by Blackfriars Bridge so you also get a great view of the NYE fireworks in London without having to be under London Eye itself. Mondrian is set in the cruise ship-inspired Sea Containers House overlooking the River Thames, this ultra-chic hotel in the vibrant South Bank district is a 9-minute walk from the Tate Modern art gallery and 6 minutes’ walk from Southwark tube station.

Stylish rooms with custom furnishings and original art feature flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, plus rainfall showers. Upgraded rooms add patios and/or river views. Suites come with sitting areas or living rooms, while an upgraded suite has a dining room and a wet bar. There’s a glamorous restaurant, a luxe rooftop lounge and a sleek bar. Other amenities include an elegant spa and a 24/7 gym.

Why Stay Here For London New Year’s Eve: Amazing located with bars and hotel rooms offering views of the London Eye as well as being only a few meters from the London Eye itself.

There you have it! I have covered cheap places to stay in London for new years eve fireworks, hotels with the best view of London fireworks on new years eve as well as where to look for new years eve London hotel packages. I hope that helps and hope you have a great time exploring London during this exciting and festive period. Of course, hope you have an awesome new year coming your way!

If this is your first time visiting London, check out my tips on how to travel from London Airports to central London.

Map Of Best London Hotels For New Years’ Eve Fireworks

14 comments

Debbie Carr says:

9 December 2018 at 10:48 am

Wow these look beautiful places!
I like the look of the Mad Hatter hotel.
Debs @ https://tiger-mint.com

Linda says:

15 December 2018 at 2:43 pm

We would love to stay at the Shangri La hotel at the Shard London new year eve. I belive you have been there before? What was your stay like?

1. Bianca says:
  
  25 December 2018 at 11:46 pm
  
  Hi, yeah we have stayed at Shangri La hotel at the Shard and its such an amazing hotel. The views alone are enough to stay there for so I am sure you will have beautiful views of the fireworks too. You can read about my stay in the linked post above.
  
Anonymous says:

21 December 2018 at 12:54 pm

This post is so useful! We have been looking for new years eve London hotel packages but none had this much detail as to whether we would be able to see the fireworks from the hotel. Thanks for the comprehensive details on the hotel. Hopefully, we can still find one that won’t cost a fortune considering how late we have left it.

1. Bianca says:
  
  25 December 2018 at 11:43 pm
  
  Glad you found the post useful. Hopefully, you manage to find yourself some good deals that sometime become available last minute. Enjoy the festivities.
  
Larry says:

25 December 2018 at 5:39 pm

What a great guide. We are visiting London from boxing day and have been looking for tips on the best hotels for new years eve fireworks in London. Looks like we may have just found our stay. We grabbed the last room going at Marriott county hall. Thanks so much for this post.

1. Bianca says:
  
  25 December 2018 at 11:38 pm
  
  Grab nab, would have thought all of the hotels there would have sold out by now. All the best and enjoy the fireworks show.
  
Geraldine says:

26 December 2018 at 10:17 pm

These are amazing. I love that the list of hotels near new years eve fireworks London also include pictures of the views too.

1. Bianca says:
  
  27 December 2018 at 11:14 pm
  
  Glad you like it. Thanks for the comment.
  
Aaron says:

27 December 2018 at 10:03 am

This is awesome! We are lastminute dot com. We are flying out to London on the 29th of December and were looking for hotels overlooking new years eve fireworks London. It looks like you have made all our work so much easier. We actually managed to find a spot at Holiday Inn Express. Thank you so much! Happy New Year!!!

1. Bianca says:
  
  27 December 2018 at 11:13 pm
  
  That’s amazing! Well done on finding a deal. I thought that would have sold out by now considering how central it is. Happy new year to you as well.
  
Renata says:

28 December 2018 at 9:29 am

Such a stunning blog. We hoping to visit London for NYE 2019 and going definitely bookmark your list of new years eve hotels in London. Hopefully we will be able to score some cheap new years eve hotels in London as its too late and most likely too expensive with less than 3 days left to the new years celebrations.

1. Bianca says:
  
  28 December 2018 at 2:14 pm
  
  Thank you so much. Yes, most likely going to be paying a lot of money booking only 3 days shy of new years.
  
Rudmir says:

3 January 2019 at 12:27 pm

Man, sad I missed out on booking some of these for 2018 fireworks but hoping to be back in London for 2019 NYE will definitely be saving when booking a hotel view of London Eye fireworks.