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Entire Boat at St Katherine Docks 2 Available select using room options, hotel in London

Located in London within 700 metres of Tower of London and 400 metres of Tower Bridge, Entire Boat at St Katherine Docks 2 Available select using room options provides accommodation with free WiFi,...

Really I usually Way to stay in central London Gorgeous boat
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
300 reviews
Price from
£220
per night
The Boathouse, hotel in London

The Boathouse in Paddington, Central London, is located on the Floating Pocket Park, and offers boutique boat accommodation with free WiFi.

Location was perfect, just a short walk from Paddington station along the canal. M&S food hall, greggs and Tesco all very close by. Several good places to eat without having to travel, but sometimes you had to book first. Romantic and special! An area with a good community feel with big screens around that people could meet up in. Boat very comfortable and special, so much more than just a hotel room.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
96 reviews
Price from
£424.80
per night
Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends, hotel in London

Providing a garden, a terrace and free WiFi, Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends is a recently renovated boat 1.8 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 1.7 km from...

location was great.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£198
per night
Boutique Barges, hotel in London

Featuring garden views, Boutique Barges provides accommodation with a terrace, around 700 metres from Paddington Station. Featuring lake and river views, this boat also offers free WiFi.

Location was very good. Just a couple of minutes from Paddington, but felt like you were out of the city. Easy walking access to Regent's Park along the canal. Excellent facilities on the barge itself, particularly for cooking.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
£270
per night
Le Sorelle, hotel in London

A good location for a hassle-free stay in London, Le Sorelle is a boat surrounded by views of the lake. The property features a garden, shared lounge and private parking among other facilities.

Location was great and very clean
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
6 reviews
Price from
£190
per night
Comfy Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends, hotel in London

Set in London, the recently renovated Comfy Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends offers accommodation 1.2 km from Paddington Station and 2.3 km from Madame Tussauds.

Unique stay, A beautiful quiet location 15min walk from Paddington. Really great communication with friendly host.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
9 reviews
Price from
£188
per night
Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends, hotel in London

Featuring river views, Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends provides accommodation with a terrace, around 1.7 km from Portobello Road Market.

Lovely experience from the owners to the boat to the location and atmosphere. Quite a magical child like feeling if first experience on a boat.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
27 reviews
Price from
£198
per night
Narrow Boat moored in London, hotel in London

Narrow Boat moored in London is located in the Camden district of London, 500 metres from King's Cross Station, 1.4 km from Euston Station and 2 km from Camden Market.

Brilliant location. Very friendly and welcoming host met us on arrival and kept in touch throughout the stay. Fresh flowers in the narrow boat was a nice touch. Felt safe & secure with night-time patrols.
Scored 6.9
6.9
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
8 reviews
Price from
£225
per night
Luxury boat - The Thistle Dream, hotel in London

Located in Uxbridge, 1.4 km from Brunel University and 3.2 km from Uxbridge, Luxury boat - The Thistle Dream provides river views and free WiFi.

Amazing boat with so many luxurious facilities
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
42 reviews
Price from
£240.60
per night
Historic Dutch Barge, Idyllic location, hotel in London

Historic Dutch Barge, Idyllic location features a terrace and is located in London, within just 700 metres of Tower Bridge and 1.2 km of Sky Garden.

Amazing location. Great way to spend a little less than an apartment would cost, and be in the heart of London. You need to adjust your expectations - this is a barge, not a hotel... But if that's what you're expecting, it's nothing short of fantastic - washer & dryer are capacious and good, TV & subscriptions kept the kids entertained. Separate Cabins at either end means a family gets peace and quiet.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
5 reviews
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  • Ahoy London
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 68 reviews

    Offering river views, Ahoy London is an accommodation set in London, 4.3 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and 4.7 km from Eventim Apollo.

    Great location, charming room, and lovely breakfast!

  • Le Sorelle
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 6 reviews

    A good location for a hassle-free stay in London, Le Sorelle is a boat surrounded by views of the lake. The property features a garden, shared lounge and private parking among other facilities.

  • Historic Dutch Barge, Idyllic location
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 5 reviews

    Historic Dutch Barge, Idyllic location features a terrace and is located in London, within just 700 metres of Tower Bridge and 1.2 km of Sky Garden.

  • Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 8 reviews

    Providing a garden, a terrace and free WiFi, Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends is a recently renovated boat 1.8 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 1.7 km from...

    Super ! Zentral und trotzdem entspannt...extrem freundlicher vermieter und sehr guter Service !

  • Luxurious houseboat near Canary Wharf in London
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Featuring river views, Luxurious houseboat near Canary Wharf in London provides accommodation with a terrace, around 3 km from Tower of London.

    Amazing location and boat. Very clean and it has everything you need. The ducks in the canal a plus.

  • Unique Water Lodge in London - Sleeps 6
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 11 reviews

    Unique Water Lodge in London - Sleeps 6 is set in the Tower Hamlets district of London, 3.6 km from West Ham, 4.5 km from Olympic Stadium and 4.8 km from Stratford Tube Station.

    Location was great , comfy and warm place to stay .

  • JOIVY Elegant houseboat near Canary Wharf
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Located in London and only 1.8 km from Canary Wharf Underground Station, JOIVY Elegant houseboat near Canary Wharf provides accommodation with river views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    So different to everything else. Fully equipped to a very high standard.

  • Boutique Barges
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 13 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Boutique Barges provides accommodation with a terrace, around 700 metres from Paddington Station. Featuring lake and river views, this boat also offers free WiFi.

    This was a great experience and I will definitely stay again. Sam is a very friendly and good host.

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  • Narrow Boat moored in London
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 8 reviews

    Narrow Boat moored in London is located in the Camden district of London, 500 metres from King's Cross Station, 1.4 km from Euston Station and 2 km from Camden Market.

  • The Boathouse
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 96 reviews

    The Boathouse in Paddington, Central London, is located on the Floating Pocket Park, and offers boutique boat accommodation with free WiFi.

    Great location, lovely boat wilts great facilities

  • Comfy Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 9 reviews

    Set in London, the recently renovated Comfy Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends offers accommodation 1.2 km from Paddington Station and 2.3 km from Madame Tussauds.

    Endroit insolite plein de charmes . Propriétaire à l écoute et super sympa !

  • Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 27 reviews

    Featuring river views, Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends provides accommodation with a terrace, around 1.7 km from Portobello Road Market.

    Location was great and lots of fun to be on the water.

  • Dundas Dawn
    Free cancellation options available

    Dundas Dawn is situated in the Tower Hamlets district of London, 1.6 km from Victoria Park, 2.6 km from Brick Lane and 3.2 km from Liverpool Street Underground Station.

  • Water Lodge in London - Roof Terrace

    Water Lodge in London - Roof Terrace is located in the Tower Hamlets district of London, 3.3 km from West Ham, 4.3 km from Olympic Stadium and 4.8 km from O2 Arena.

  • Veeve - The Floating Solace
    Free cancellation options available

    Situated in London, 3.2 km from Clapham Junction, 4.4 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and 4.7 km from Eventim Apollo, Veeve - The Floating Solace features accommodation with a terrace and free...

  • Delightful 1970's Narrowboat
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 5.8
    5.8
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 5 reviews

    Delightful 1970's Narrowboat is situated in the Hackney district of London, 1.9 km from Brick Lane, 3.8 km from Liverpool Street Underground Station and 4.3 km from Sky Garden.

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  • Avg. price/night: £67.50
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 132 reviews
    The room was lovely, very clean, definitely would stay again, it was really great value for money, kitchen was equipped well, although it could do with a couple more forks (but that is a very minor thing) definitely will recommend. Lovely place to stay, only 30 min canal walk away from Camden Market. Me and my daughter really enjoyed a walk down by the canal, 5 minutes walk away from the room, to see the house boats that were moored there. Overall felt very safe and cosy. 10/10
    Khiara
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £225
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 300 reviews
    Fabulous! We had a lovely time on this, yacht in the marina, Mark met us at the gate and showed us around the boat. He's very friendly and helpful and the boat was very well kept. It's in a great location, lots of bars and restaurants very close by and Tower Bridge is just a few minutes walk away. Highly recommended!
    Mr P
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 68 reviews
    Private part of a houseboat, lovely location. Wonderful host who provided a lovely continental breakfast.
    Peter
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £215.60
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5,628 reviews
    The boat Hotel was lovely...the staircase is spectacular. The venue is great for a special occasion.
    Angela
    People with friends
  • Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 5 reviews
    The houseboat has been renovated incredibly well and has everything you need for an extremely comfortable stay. The facilities inside the boat were perfect so that you could really settle in as if it was home. Everything was super clean, the bed was perfect and the person who greeted us was super friendly and helpful. Would absolutely recommend this to anyone!
    James
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 33 reviews
    Fantastically novel stay in central London. We are used to living on boats, yachts etc, and therefore found the nautical quirks of this converted fishing trawler to be normal. The space of both the two bedrooms and the lounge area made it so much better than any reasonably priced hotel could provide, and a perfect place to relax between visiting what London offers.. The location close to Battersea Power Station, and tube and river connections made it very easy to get to and from.
    Philip Upson
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £226.73
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 7,433 reviews
    Staff were super helpful and welcoming. Great location with amazing access to canary wharf via hotel boat, only taking 3 mins to get across. (Best route in and out, even though it doesn't show it on google maps).
    Cianan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £215.60
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5,628 reviews
    Great location, Yacht Hotel Bar and restaurant, both with great service, views over the river, city, loads of amenities, shops, bars, restaurants, near O2 Arena, Emirates Air line cable car, Uber boats,
    Jose Luis
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £226.73
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 7,433 reviews
    Location was great! There was a free hotel boat over to Canary Wharf which you could then hop onto the Uber boats from and go pretty much anywhere in 20 minutes! Complimentary warm cookies on arrival was a nice touch. Room was air conditioned on arrival which was great in the heat. Clean room with a lovely bathroom. Nice and modern. Very comfortable stay. Even parking was easy and car park was never really full.
    Amber
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £105.84
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 9,233 reviews
    Brilliant vegan breakfast with fresh fruit, muesli, oatmilk and much more, available for the span of four (!) hours The area around the park with canals, houseboats converted to cafes with such good vibes...literally on the doorstep to ABBAVoyage Venue and Snoozebox Staff being the kindest, cool, alert and personal attentive. You can feel they love working there.. Streetfood and good bar and music, outside courtyard ..whats not to love ;o]
    lotte
    Solo traveller

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