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February 11, 2026
Tower Hill, London is one of those rare places where first-time visitors and seasoned travellers overlap. It’s unmistakably historic, home to some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, yet it’s also practical, walkable, and surprisingly calm once the daytime crowd’s fade.
It’s firmly in Zone 1, with Tower Hill Underground station providing Circle and District line access across London.
What makes Tower Hill distinctive to other areas of London is how many major landmarks are within a very small radius. From the station, you’re immediately surrounded by historic sites, river walks, and transport connections that make exploring London easy without constant tube hopping.
Within a 15-minute walk of Tower Hill, you’ll find:
It’s one of the most walkable sightseeing bases in London.
What is Tower Hill like for visitors?
Tower Hill offers a balance that’s hard to find elsewhere in London. During the day, the area is lively with tourists visiting the Tower of London and taking river cruises departing from Tower Pier. In the evenings, once day-trippers leave, the streets become noticeably quieter.
This makes Tower Hill especially appealing if you want:
The nearby Thames Path deserves a mention on its own. From Tower Hill, you can walk west towards Westminster and the South Bank, or east towards Canary Wharf and Greenwich, all along traffic-free river paths. Many visitors find this becomes one of their favourite ways to explore London.
Why stay in a hotel in Tower Hill?
People searching for hotels near Tower Hill are usually looking for one (or more) of the following:
Walkable sightseeing
Few areas in London let you reach so many major attractions on foot. Staying in Tower Hill means less time commuting and more time seeing the city.
A more comfortable base in central London
Unlike busier areas such as Covent Garden or Soho, accommodation around Tower Hill tends to offer more generous room sizes at a comparable central price point. Properties like Tower Suites and Tower Residences provide layouts that suit families, longer stays, and business travellers who appreciate having space to work, relax, and store belongings comfortably.
Quieter nights
Once office workers and day visitors leave, Tower Hill becomes calm in the evenings. If you want nightlife, Shoreditch and Soho are a short tube ride or walk away, but you don’t have to sleep in the middle of it.
Strong transport connections
Tower Hill Underground station connects you quickly to Westminster, the West End, major train stations, and airports, all while keeping you in a historic riverside setting.
Where to stay: Tower Hill accommodation options
Blue Orchid Hospitality operates two standout hotels in the area, both overlooking the Tower of London and ideal for travellers seeking comfort, space, and location.
Tower Suites
Tower Suites is a modern hotel in Tower Hill, offering studios and suites. Guests benefit from kitchen facilities, separate living and sleeping areas in many suites, on-site dining, gym, spa, co-working spaces as well as stunning views towards the Tower of London
Tower Residences
Perfect for families and group stays, Tower Residences offers luxury suites and residences in Tower Hill, each incorporating a fully equipped kitchen, elegant and flexible open-plan dining and living rooms together with modern, stylish bathrooms.
Both properties are just steps from Tower Hill station and the Tower of London.
Things to do in Tower Hill
If you’re planning your itinerary, there’s no shortage of things to do in Tower Hill, especially if you enjoy history, walking, and river views.
Top attractions within walking distance of Tower Suites and Tower Residences:
Many visitors underestimate how much of London they can see on foot from Tower Hill alone.
Transport connections from Tower Hill
Tower Hill Underground station serves the Circle and District lines, putting much of London within 20 minutes.
Approximate travel times from Tower Hill Underground Station:
Tower Pier, just a short walk away, also offers Thames River boat services, a scenic alternative to the tube for reaching Greenwich, Canary Wharf, or Westminster.
FAQs about Tower Hill London
Which of Blue Orchid’s hotels are in Tower Hill?
Tower Suites and Tower Residences are the two Blue Orchid Hospitality properties that are located in Tower Hill. Both offer studio and suite-style accommodation within views of the Tower of London.
What attractions are walking distance from Tower Hill?
From Tower Hill, you can walk to the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Sky Garden, St Katharine Docks, St Paul’s Cathedral, Borough Market, and the Thames riverside path, all within 5 – 20 minutes.
Is Tower Hill the right area for you?
Tower Hill is ideal if you value walkability, history, and calm evenings while staying fully central. It may not suit travellers seeking late-night nightlife outside their door, but for sightseeing-focused trips, families, business stays, and longer visits, it’s one of the most practical and rewarding areas to stay in London.
Book your stay in Tower Hill with Blue Orchid Hospitality
Both Tower Suites and Tower Residences are located in Tower Hill, overlooking the Tower of London and moments from the river, with Tower Hill Underground Station right outside the front door.
For the best rates, packages and offers, book directly through BlueOrchid.com.
If you would like to learn more about Blue Orchid's hotels and suites in Tower Hill, the team will be happy to help you choose the right option.