The Hoxton, Southwark | London, United Kingdom
Industrial Style with London’s Creative Spirit
Why DNA Hotels Loves It
● A design-led hotel that perfectly reflects Southwark’s transformation from industrial district to creative neighbourhood.
● Warm contemporary interiors combining exposed concrete, brass, walnut, and vintage-inspired details with an unmistakably social atmosphere.
● Home to Seabird, one of London’s most celebrated rooftop restaurants with spectacular skyline views.
Inspired by Southwark’s Industrial Past
The Hoxton Southwark feels completely at home in its surroundings. Located in one of London’s fastest-evolving neighbourhoods, the hotel draws inspiration from the area’s warehouse history, printworks, and industrial architecture while embracing the creative energy that now defines the South Bank. Its contemporary façade opens onto interiors where raw materials and warm finishes create a relaxed, urban sophistication. It captures London’s character without trying too hard. Effortlessly stylish.
Designed to Bring People Together
Like every Hoxton hotel, the social spaces are central to the experience. The open-plan lobby functions as café, workspace, lounge, and meeting place throughout the day, welcoming guests and locals alike. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interiors with natural light, highlighting exposed concrete, brass detailing, leather seating, timber finishes, and carefully selected vintage furniture. The atmosphere changes naturally from morning coffee to evening cocktails. Yet always feels comfortably lived in.
Rooms with Character
Spread across fourteen floors, the hotel’s 192 guestrooms continue the same thoughtful design language. Rich walnut cabinetry, herringbone flooring, Crittall-style windows, mid-century lighting, bespoke furniture, curated books, and locally inspired artwork create rooms that feel warm, practical, and unmistakably Hoxton. Clever layouts maximise space, while large windows frame impressive views across London’s rooftops. Everything feels carefully considered. Without ever feeling overdesigned.
Food, Art, and Skyline Views
The Hoxton has become as much a neighbourhood destination as a hotel. Albie serves relaxed all-day dining with seasonal dishes and an international influence, while rooftop restaurant Seabird has established itself as one of London’s finest seafood destinations. With panoramic city views, lush planting, and one of the capital’s most extensive oyster selections, it’s a place worth visiting even if you’re not staying overnight. Art also plays an important role throughout the hotel. In partnership with Project On Walls, changing exhibitions by emerging British artists keep the interiors closely connected to London’s creative scene.
A Perfect Base for Exploring London
Positioned within walking distance of Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe, Borough Market, the South Bank, and the Thames, The Hoxton Southwark places many of London’s cultural landmarks within easy reach. Whether exploring galleries, theatres, restaurants, or riverside walks, few locations offer such an effortless introduction to the city’s creative heart.
Why It Works
The Hoxton Southwark succeeds because it captures the personality of modern London without relying on clichés. Industrial architecture, warm contemporary design, vibrant social spaces, and an authentic connection to the surrounding neighbourhood create a hotel that feels relaxed, creative, and genuinely rooted in its location. It’s not simply a place to stay—it’s part of the Southwark story.
