The Lalit London, LondonThe Lalit London in London, United Kingdom has a corrected score of 3.7 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 177 of 785 hotels we score in London. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.7 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.5, Agoda 3.8. Rooms from about $461 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Lalit London is a five-star boutique hotel located on Tooley Street near Tower Bridge. Housed in the former St. Olave's Grammar School, this Grade II listed neo-baroque building contains 70 rooms and suites. The interior design combines British classicism with Indian cultural influences. Guests can dine at the Baluchi restaurant, which serves authentic Indian food, or participate in afternoon tea. On-site facilities include a fitness centre, spa, and meeting rooms. The hotel suits travellers looking for historic character near landmarks like HMS Belfast and the Shard. While the setting is central, some guest feedback indicates that the rooms and bathrooms are small.What stands out

Historic neo-baroque building

Authentic Indian cuisine

Near Tower Bridge

On-site spa and fitness centre

Watch out for

Small rooms and bathrooms

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