Doubletree London Docklands Riverside, LondonDoubletree London Docklands Riverside in London, United Kingdom has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 480 of 785 hotels we score in London. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.9 before correction: Booking.com 2.8, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 2.8. Rooms from about $216 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in Rotherhithe on the south bank of the River Thames, this 4-star hotel occupies a Grade II-listed former 17th-century wharf. The building contains 378 air-conditioned rooms with modern interiors, ranging from 20 to 40 square metres. Guests can use the private Nelson Dock Pier to access a complimentary ferry service to Canary Wharf every ten minutes. On-site facilities include the Columbia restaurant, two bars, a fitness centre, and extensive meeting spaces. It suits business travellers and families looking for riverside access near the O2 Arena. While the location is convenient for water transport, on-site parking is limited and requires a nightly fee.What stands out

Complimentary ferry to Canary Wharf

Riverside location in Rotherhithe

Large meeting and event spaces

On-site fitness centre

Watch out for

Limited paid parking

Variable cleanliness and service

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