London’s skyline isn’t just for admiring from below—it’s where you can spend the night. If you’re looking for a stay that combines high-end luxury with world-class design, these 5 hotels designed by legendary architects offer an unforgettable stay in the UK capital.
1. art'otel London Hoxton
- Architect / Designer: Squire & Partners (Architecture) & Eyal Burstein (Interior Concept)
- The Vibe: Bold, artistic, and futuristic.
Located in London’s creative epicenter, the art'otel London Hoxton stands out instantly with its dramatic cylindrical structure wrapped in twisted aluminum fins. Designed by renowned British practice Squire & Partners, the building is a masterclass in modern facade design. Inside, vibrant works by signature artist Eyal Burstein turn every hallway into a gallery. Don't miss the panoramic skyline views from the upper-level bar and restaurant.
2. Shangri-La The Shard, London
- Architect: Renzo Piano Building Workshop
- The Vibe: Elevated luxury in the clouds.
Occupying levels 34 through 52 of Western Europe's most iconic skyscraper, Shangri-La The Shard is a masterwork by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano. Designed as a dynamic "vertical city," the building’s glass-faceted spire reflects the ever-changing London sky. Floor-to-ceiling windows in every room offer unmatched, front-row views of the River Thames, Tower Bridge, and St. Paul's Cathedral.
3. The Stratford, Autograph Collection
- Architect: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
- The Vibe: High-rise Scandinavian elegance meets industrial chic.
Rising 42 stories above East London, The Stratford was designed by SOM—the visionary engineering firm behind the Burj Khalifa. The building is famous for its double-cantilevered structure and dramatic three-story sky gardens carved into the skyscraper. Inside, Space Copenhagen crafted minimalist, Scandinavian-inspired interiors that offer a serene contrast to the dynamic architectural exterior.
4. ARK Canary Wharf
- Architect: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
- The Vibe: High-rise co-living and urban hospitality with a 20th-floor pool overlooking the skyline.
Rising 21 stories above London’s financial hub, ARK Canary Wharf (originally built as The Collective) was designed by architectural giants SOM. This sleek skyscraper redefines modern urban hospitality with flexible studio stays and world-class amenities. Its crowning feature is an indoor infinity-style pool, lounge, and spa situated on the top floor, offering sweeping views of the docks and surrounding high-rises.
5. London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf
- Architects: HOK (Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum)
- The Vibe: Nautical-inspired glass curves set against historic maritime docks.
Designed by global architecture firm HOK, the London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf stands out along West India Quay for its smooth, elliptical silhouette. Built to evoke the curved hull of a ship, the building's glass-and-steel facade creates a striking architectural contrast against the 19th-century red-brick sugar warehouses next door. It is a seamless blend of London’s historic dockland heritage and contemporary commercial design.
Here a recap:
| Hotel | Architect / Designer | Link |
| art'otel London Hoxton | Squire & Partners | View hotel |
| Shangri-La The Shard, London | Renzo Piano | View hotel |
| The Stratford, Autograph Collection | Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) | View hotel |
| ARK Canary Wharf | Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) | View hotel |
| London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf | HOK (Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum) | View hotel |
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