Counting House

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Bank of England Museum

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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50 Cornhill, London, England, EC3V 3PD
  • Tower of London
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • The Shard
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • London Eye
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

London City Centre stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find Bank of England Museum and Tower of London. The Shard and London Eye are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Tower of London - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Shard - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • London Eye - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • The British Museum - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Big Ben - 8 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bank Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London Cannon Street Station - 7 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crosse Keys - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lamb Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Simmons Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪New Moon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Counting House

4-star Victorian hotel near Bank of England Museum
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 150 square feet (14 square meters) and includes conference space. The eco-certified Counting House also features express check-out, a front-desk safe, and an elevator. A complete renovation of Counting House was completed in February 2019.

This Victorian London hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 150 sq ft of conference space
  • 14 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1890
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Counting House offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch smart TV
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Counting House Hotel London
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Counting House Hotel
Counting House London
Counting House Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

How close is Counting House to the airport?

Counting House is 6.8 mi (16-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Counting House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Counting House.

Does Counting House offer free breakfast?

Counting House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Counting House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Counting House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Counting House?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Counting House have a pool?

Counting House does not have a pool.

Does Counting House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Counting House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Counting House to downtown London?

Counting House is 1.9 mi away from London.

Counting House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 439 out of 600 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 600 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 600 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 600 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 600 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josef

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The counting house is right around the corner from a clients office I frequent in London. It is truly an excellent experience. I love how they have remodeled the rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Large for a London hotel. Very friendly staff. Convenient to The Tube
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for a weekend break

A great stay in a charming former bank. Quiet, yet ideal location close to Liverpool Street & on major bus routes, tucked away but very handy for sightseeing. Good pub atmosphere downstairs in bar,restaurant serves excellent pies! Staff very friendly,helpful & efficient. Couldn't ask for more!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was upgraded to a beautiful room, much appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful building to stay in and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, comfortable bed. Great price for the location, and a nice pub attached. Only negative was the motion detecting light in the bathroom sometimes stayed on so needed to cover with a towel, but only a minor issue.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend break

We both had a lovely time. Nice room with all amenities thought of, great breakfast and nice bar. Very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location

Good hotel in good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Oodles of character, yet modern and super clean

This is the original character and magic that Disney tries (and fails) to capture and put into cages in theme parks. Lots of London hotels in older buildings have character, which can include windows in the basement, or beds you must climb over to reach the bathroom. But though building is old, rooms are Hilton-clean and new, yet haven't had the soul sucked out of them. Breakfast was good, and nice to eat in the quiet pub. As a caution, corridors and elevator are tiny and stairs are steep. The whole place is just odd, in a good way. Location is also good especially if you need something towards the business end, Liverpool Street station, or Tower of London, but not impossibly far from West End shows. I'd stay again for sure - though I'm guessing most times it would be out of my price range.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Rudely awakened by a window cleaner at 5.50am! Guy on Reception was not even apologetic- what hotel has someone cleaning windows at that time in the morning! Great breakfast and service staff as normal 2 bottles of old milk in the fridge so housekeeping need to up their game
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at this hotel and was pleasantly surprised by the updated rooms and bathrooms, especially considering the building's older architecture. The blend of modern amenities with historical charm made for a unique and comfortable stay. The breakfast at the hotel's restaurant was both good and convenient, providing a great start to the day. The staff were exceptionally nice and helpful, which added to the overall positive experience. Additionally, the hotel's location is fantastic, with bars, restaurants, and shopping all within walking distance. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mitchell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Unusual hotel. Good location being ten minutes walk to Liverpool Street station, the tower and St.Pauls. the breakfast was a great bonus and it is A good pub downstairs. The rooms are good and well appointed. My only concern is that the hotel is a converted bank. We loved the decor and feel of the place but it ihas long and winding hallways which I wouldn't want to carry large suitcases around. A carry on case isn't an issue. So a bit quirky but breakfast makes up for it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location - great rooms.

Very lovely room (Crown) - perfect rate
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Counting House is a great place to stay if you need a room right in the City. The rooms are a decent size, breakfast is good, the location is extremely convenient, the staff are lovely. I have no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Ellice

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Run down, dodgy place, not worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing gem

Amazing staff and wonderful property
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024