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January 29, 2026
If you're looking for hotels near Mansion House in London, you're positioning yourself in one of the city's most historic quarters, where Roman walls meet modern finance, and centuries-old landmarks sit alongside contemporary riverfront dining. This area gives you something rare in London: major tourist attractions within walking distance combined with Zone 1 transport connections to everywhere else.
This guide covers what makes the Tower Hill area worth staying in when attending an event at Mansion House, what you can reach on foot, and why Blue Orchid Hospitality’s Tower Hill properties work particularly well for this location.
Mansion House is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London, sitting in the heart of the City of London's financial district. There is a tube station, Mansion House Underground station, right beside the venue which puts you at the meeting point of several distinct London neighbourhoods, each with its own character.
Within a 15-minute walk of Mansion House, you'll find:
What makes this area distinctive is how dramatically it changes between weekdays and weekends. During business hours, the streets fill with office workers. By evening and on weekends, the area becomes quieter, particularly around the financial district itself, while the riverside and tourist landmarks stay lively.
Most people searching for accommodation near Mansion House fall into a few categories:
Business travellers attending meetings or conferences in the City of London's financial district, who want to walk to offices rather than commute during rush hour.
Tourists visiting Tower of London and Tower Bridge who've discovered that staying in Tower Hill puts them steps from these landmarks while keeping them well-connected to everywhere else.
Families and business travellers who want space and quiet evenings while staying central. The Tower Hill area offers larger hotel rooms than you typically find in busier districts like Covent Garden, and genuinely quiet streets after 7pm.
Travellers who prefer exploring on foot. The density of major landmarks within walking distance of Tower Hill, including St Paul's, Tower Bridge, Tower of London, Borough Market, the remains of Roman London and the Thames Path, appeals to people who'd rather walk than take the tube for every journey.
Tower Hill sits just east of Mansion House and offers a fantastic combination for central London: major tourist landmarks on your doorstep, excellent transport links, and genuine quiet once you step away from the main thoroughfares.
The area works particularly well if you want:
The riverside walk deserves special mention. You can walk west towards Westminster and the London Eye, or east towards Canary Wharf and Greenwich, all along traffic-free paths with river views. Many visitors underestimate how enjoyable London becomes when you can walk along the Thames rather than navigating streets.
For dining, you'll find options ranging from historic pubs (some dating back centuries) to modern restaurants along the riverside. St Katharine Docks, a 5-minute walk from Tower Hill, offers waterside dining in a surprisingly peaceful marina setting. Borough Market is a 15-minute walk across London Bridge if you want one of London's best food markets.
Blue Orchid operates two properties in the Tower Hill area, both within 15 - 20 minutes' walk of Mansion House:
Tower Suites by Blue Orchid Hospitality and Tower Residence by Blue Orchid Hospitality both sit in the historic Tower Hill quarter, just steps from the Tower of London.
Rather than standard hotel rooms, both properties offer apartment-style accommodation with more space than you'd typically find at this price point in Zone 1 London. This means:
Studios and suites rather than just beds and bathrooms. You'll have space to spread out, whether you're staying three nights or three weeks.
Kitchen facilities in all rooms, perfect for anyone who wants the option to prepare simple meals rather than eating out for every meal.
Proper living areas separate from sleeping spaces in many units, making these properties particularly suitable for families or business travellers who need workspace.
The buildings themselves overlook the Tower of London, putting you within a 5-minute walk of one of London's most visited attractions, and equally close to Tower Bridge.
From Tower Suites or Tower Residence, here's what you can reach on foot:
For Mansion House itself, you're looking at about 15 - 20 minutes on foot, or a short tube journey if you prefer.
Tower Hill Underground station sits immediately adjacent to both Blue Orchid properties, serving the Circle and District lines. This puts you two stops from Monument (for the Northern line and Bank) and gives you direct connections to:
Major stations:
Popular destinations:
Tower Pier, a 5-minute walk away, offers Thames Clipper river bus services, a scenic alternative to the tube for traveling along the river to places like Greenwich, Canary Wharf, or Westminster.
While Tower Hill itself offers plenty to see, the transport connections make it straightforward to reach other parts of London:
Classic London landmarks like Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham Palace are 20 minutes away by tube. Many visitors walk to Westminster via the riverside path (about 35-40 minutes) rather than taking the tube, it's a pleasant route that takes you past Shakespeare's Globe, Tate Modern, and along the South Bank.
Museums in South Kensington (Natural History Museum, V&A, Science Museum) are 15-20 minutes by tube.
Shopping areas like Oxford Street or Covent Garden are 15 - 20 minutes away.
Parks including St James's Park and Hyde Park are easily reachable, though for green space closer to your hotel, the Thames riverside walk offers continuous greenery, and St Dunstan-in-the-east garden (5 minutes from Tower Hill) provides a quiet square with benches.
Tower Hill won't suit everyone, but it offers specific advantages over busier central London neighbourhoods:
Space to spread out. The apartment-style accommodation at Blue Orchid properties gives you significantly more room than traditional hotels in similarly central locations.
Quieter evenings. Tower Hill offers something valuable: genuinely quiet streets after the daytime crowds disperse, while still being fully central. If you want nightlife, Shoreditch and the West End are 15 - 20 minutes away by tube.
Better for families. The combination of larger rooms, kitchen facilities, and nearby attractions (Tower of London, river cruises) makes logistics easier with children.
Walkability to major sights. The concentration of landmarks within 15 minutes' walk means less time on public transport and more time actually seeing things.
If you're looking for late-night entertainment or the latest restaurant openings, you'll find those in Shoreditch or Soho, both reachable in 15 - 20 minutes. Tower Hill's character is more about historic London and daytime exploration than nightlife, but there are still lots of places nearby to explore in the evening.
Accommodation types: Studios, one-bedroom suites, and larger apartments suitable for spreading out. Many units include kitchen facilities (kettles, microwaves, some with full kitchens), separate living areas, and more storage space than typical hotel rooms.
Facilities: Guests at both Tower Suites and Tower Residence have access to all facilities at Tower Suites, including dining, gym, co-working space and other amenities.
Long-stay rates: Blue Orchid offers special rates for stays of 3+ nights and 7+ nights. For extended business trips or family holidays, the per-night rate becomes particularly competitive when you factor in the extra space and kitchen facilities.
Booking: Direct bookings through BlueOrchid.com typically offer the best rates and most flexibility, particularly for longer stays.
How far is Tower Hill from Mansion House?
About 15-20 minutes on foot, or two stops on the District/Circle line. Both areas are in Zone 1 and very well connected.
Can you walk to attractions from Tower Hill?
Yes, this is one of Tower Hill's main advantages. The Tower of London, Tower Bridge, St Paul's Cathedral, Borough Market, and the riverside walk are all within 15-20 minutes on foot. You can see a lot of London without using transport at all.
Do the properties have parking?
Parking availability varies by property. Contact the hotel directly if you're driving, though most guests find they don't need a car given the excellent public transport connections.
Tower Suites and Tower Residence are both located in the historic Tower Hill area, approximately 15 - 20 minutes' walk from Mansion House, and steps from the Tower of London.
Ready to book? Check our latest rates and availability at BlueOrchid.com, where you'll find our best prices and exclusive direct booking offers including long-stay discounts.
For questions about which property suits your needs, or specific requirements for your stay, contact us directly through the website.