Shangri-La The Shard, London

5 Star Hotel

9.2

Southwark, London

About Shangri-La The Shard, London

Perched in The Shard above London Bridge, Shangri-La The Shard offers 202 rooms across levels 34–52 with sweeping Thames and skyline views. Asian‑inflected interiors, London’s highest infinity pool and the Gong bar deliver intimate, contemporary luxury for discerning travellers.

Check-in

From 16:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

Breakfast

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Hotel Information

Full Address

31 St Thomas Street, Southwark, London, SE1 9QU, United Kingdom

Neighborhood

Southwark

Guest Rating

9.2/10

Hotel Amenities & Features

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Wellness

Indoor pool

Infinity 'Sky Pool' on level 52 (approx. 11 x 4 m), heated year-round and described as Western Europe’s highest hotel pool; guests must reserve time slots and use is capacity-managed; hotel guests receive complimentary access while non-residents can purchase a Sky Pass/day access (subject to availability).

Sauna

Sky Sauna adjacent to the Sky Pool on level 52 offering panoramic city views as part of the pool/sauna wellness deck.

Fitness centre

Sky Gym on the wellness floor (level 52) with floor-to-ceiling views and a fully equipped collection of cardio and resistance equipment (Technogym noted in hospitality reporting); gym access included for guests (reported 24-hour opening or extended hours in some sources).

Personal trainer service

On-property wellness partnerships and packages offering one-to-one personal training (e.g. Dan Roberts Group wellness/personal training programmes and curated PT sessions available to book as part of the hotel’s 'Find Your Shangri‑La' wellness offerings).

Yoga / Pilates studio

Regular wellness programming including guided and sunset yoga sessions (including poolside yoga events), in-room yoga content and bookable 1‑to‑1 restorative yoga as part of the hotel's wellness calendar and 'Find Your Shangri‑La' packages.

Wellness treatments (massage, facial, hydrotherapy, etc.)

On-site spa treatment rooms offering ELEMIS facials & massages and (site previously referenced a Neal’s Yard Remedies partnership); treatments include massages, facials, manicures/pedicures and in-room spa options, bookable in advance.

Poolside cabanas / daybeds

Oversized loungers and daybeds located around the Sky Pool deck for relaxation with panoramic views; refreshments and chilled beverages available on the pool deck.

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Dining

Fine dining restaurant(s)

TĪNG Restaurant — signature all-day/fine dining venue serving breakfast, lunch, dinner with Asian-influenced contemporary cuisine and a la carte and buffet options; private and event dining available on level 34.

Bar / lounge

Multiple bar and lounge venues including Bar 31 (ground level), Sky Lounge (level 34) and GŎNG (level 52) offering cocktails, small plates and panoramic-skyline lounge environments.

Rooftop bar / terrace dining

GŎNG on level 52 — the hotel’s high-altitude bar (marketed as London/Europe’s highest hotel bar) serving cocktails and sushi/small plates with sunset and skyline views.

Afternoon tea service

TĪNG Restaurant offers an afternoon tea service (including themed and seasonal afternoon teas and vegetarian/vegan options).

Private dining room

Multiple private dining and event rooms on level 34 (e.g. Li, Yi, Ren rooms) with panoramic views and bespoke catering/menus for private dinners, meetings and weddings (capacities and bespoke menus available).

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Unique Features

Panoramic or landmark views

Floor-to-ceiling windows across guest rooms, restaurants and wellness areas provide sweeping skyline views of the River Thames, St Paul’s Cathedral, London Eye, Borough Market and other London landmarks.

Prime location (landmark adjacent, riverfront, iconic neighbourhood)

Located within The Shard (Western Europe’s tallest building) at 31 St Thomas Street, adjacent to London Bridge, Borough Market, Tate Modern and the Thames — central 'Shard Quarter' address with direct transport links.

Art or curated design collection

Interior and public-space design by Andre Fu / AFSO featuring Chinoiserie touches and design references (e.g. Gong’s dougong-inspired bar architecture) creating a curated, design-led environment throughout the hotel.

other: Sky Pool access policy

Sky Pool positioned as an exclusive, capacity-managed feature (guest priority access with required reservations; limited hourly guest slots and occasional non-resident Sky Pass/day access for a fee have been reported), making the pool a differentiated, access-controlled attraction.

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