Hotel Novotel London Waterloo

A 1-minute walk from Lambeth Palace bus stop, this stylish, riverside hotel in a traditional building is also 14 minutes' walk from the London Eye and 2.4 miles from the British Museum. The modern rooms come with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and desks, plus sofabeds, minibars, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms add iPod docks and Nespresso machines. Kids age 16 and under stay at no charge in their parents’ rooms. Room service is available 24/7. Amenities include a bar and an international restaurant, plus an exercise room, a sauna and a hammam. There's also a play area and a business centre, along with 6 meeting rooms.