Novotel London Blackfriars

Novotel London Blackfriars — London, United Kingdom

Novotel London Blackfriars is a family-friendly 4-star chain hotel near the South Bank in London, United Kingdom.

Address: 46 Blackfriars Road, London. Property ID: 1425993.

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Total price: $635 USD

2026-11-06 to 2026-11-09 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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November 2026

December 2026

Axel's take: 8.7/10

A dependable South Bank base, especially for families who will use the pool. a family-friendly 4-star chain hotel near the South Bank, scored for what it is.

Novotel London Blackfriars is a modern, family-friendly 4-star that gets the important things right. We'd pick it for sightseeing convenience and dependable comfort rather than boutique character: Southwark Tube is close, with Tate Modern and riverside walks within easy reach. Booking.com, Expedia and Tripadvisor guests consistently praise clean rooms, comfortable beds and helpful staff. The indoor pool adds genuine appeal for families, while the refreshed MAM restaurant makes staying in for dinner an easy option.

The main catch is that pool visits need planning: the hotel recommends reserving one-hour slots ahead. Family rooms use sofa beds rather than separate bedrooms, so check the layout before booking. Nearby Bankside Yards construction and Blackfriars Road crane works also warrant checking access and requesting a quieter room. We'd skip it for a secluded retreat, but it's a strong, practical London base.

• Best for: families who want a pool; first-time London sightseers; South Bank business trips

• Watch out for: Reserve pool slots ahead; Sofa-bed layouts in family rooms; Nearby construction and roadworks

• Location: Close to Southwark Tube, Tate Modern and South Bank walks.

• Rooms: Comfortable contemporary rooms; family options rely on sofa beds, so check occupancy and layout.

• Cleanliness: Consistently strong feedback across Booking.com, Expedia and recent Accor guest reviews.

• Service: Friendly, helpful staff are one of the clearest recurring strengths.

• Amenities: Indoor heated pool, saunarium, gym and refreshed MAM restaurant; reserve one-hour pool slots.

• Fees and surprises: Cashless; no on-site parking; breakfast and pets can cost extra. Nearby Bankside Yards construction continues, with crane-related road restrictions scheduled through November 30, 2026.

Axel's opinion of Novotel London Blackfriars, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Tripadvisor · essendi.com · plparchitecture.com · publicnoticeportal.uk. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About Novotel London Blackfriars

• Property type: Hotel
• 4-star hotel
• Novotel
• 46 Blackfriars Road, London
• Guest rating: 4.4/5 on Google from 2,769 reviews (location 4.6/5)
• Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): St Pancras International: 18 min by taxi · London City Airport: 33 min by taxi · Heathrow Airport: 50 min by public transport · London Luton Airport: 54 min by public transport · London Gatwick Airport: 58 min by public transport · London Stansted Airport: 63 min by taxi
• Hotel policies: Children aged 0–15: free; Deposit: £50 per guest per stay; Pets: £20 per guest per stay; Early check-in or late check-out: £80
• Amenities: Indoor pool, Breakfast (extra charge), Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center (free), Pet-friendly (free), Dogs allowed, Cats allowed, Full-service laundry, Accessible pool, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Business center, Meeting rooms
• Check-in from: 15:00
• Check-out by: 12:00
• City page: Hotels in London

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Superior Premium Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Executive Premium Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Executive Premium Double room with balcony (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
• Room features: Balcony; Fridge
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• Executive Premium Double room with balcony (full double bed) — room photo 3

Executive Double Suite (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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