5* Great Scotland Yard Hotel

Generator London Hostel is a modern, affordable and centrally located place to stay, with some large and welcoming public spaces in which to hang out and make friends.. Located in the vibrant area of Bloomsbury, this large, friendly hostel is near Russell Square Tube Station, offering a good central location for travellers on a budget, not too far away from the gay life in Soho. The Generator has an internet cafe, a lounge and a games room with pool tables. The famous Generator Bar has special deals on meals and drinks every night. Entertainment includes karaoke, a live DJ and free movies. The Generator has dormitory-style shared and private rooms with en suite bathoom. There is a friendly, cosmopolitan atmosphere. A free walking tour of the city is available.

If you are looking for somewhere to stay near the gay life of Vauxhall, then check out the Park Plaza Riverbank. Located on the south side of the River Thames, 650 m from the London Underground at Vauxhall and the neighbouring Royal Vauxhall Tavern, Park Plaza London Riverbank has free WiFi and air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs. The hotel is set across the river from the Tate Britain gallery, close to Westminster. The London Eye, Houses of Parliament and Big Ben are all within reach. Waterloo Station is a kilometer away, giving great access to the rest of the city and south of England. A fitness centre which features free weights, a pre-and post-workout stretching area and a range of TechnoGym weight resistance and cardiovascular machines is available at the property. Guests can also enjoy the indoor pool, sauna and steam room facilities. Every room has a EU/US power sockets, a large work desk, laptop safe, and a minibar. Some rooms have views of the River Thames and the London skyline. 24-hour room service is also available. Park Plaza London Riverbank houses the award winning and GayMapper recommended Chino Latino that serves exotic Pan-Asian dishes featuring stunning views of the River Thames.

This hotel is all about location, moments away from the bars of Old Compton Street. The St. Giles is right in London's West End, less than 5 minutes' walk from Tottenham Court Underground Station and Oxford Street shops. The Dominion Theatre is just a 3-minute walk away, and the hotel offers 3 restaurant choices: Sage & Chilli (Asian-Italian fusion), Hudson's House Cafe Lounge Bar, and VQ - a vibrant 24-hour cafe & diner. Whilst this hotel won't win any awards for architecture or luxury, it offers excellent value with clean, compact, if slightly dated accommodations in the heart of where you want to be. Covent Garden and the British Museum are within a 10-minute walk of the St Giles Hotel. The National Gallery is less than 15 minutes' walk away. The bar is usually open until late, every night. WiFi access for social media and browsing is available free of charge, with high-speed internet available at an extra fee. A private shower room, a TV, and free tea and coffee facilities are provided in each bright room. With classic decor, all rooms at the St Giles feature a safe and a hairdryer. Internet access is also available for an additional charge.

The iconic Great Scotland Yard Hotel - the Unbound Collection by Hyatt is located in one of the most prestigious and historical areas in London. Just around the corner from Trafalgar Square and moments away from the River Thames, Westminster and The London Eye. Plus, you are conveniently located to explre the gay nightlife in Soho and in nearby Embankment. The hotel offers luxurious accommodation with a restaurant by critically acclaimed chef Robin Gill, a hidden whisky bar, afternoon tea lounge, a fitness centre and event space that is unconventional. Light and airy rooms are tastefully decorated with delicate nods to the building's history while being equipped with modern amenities including complimentary Wifi, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and coffee making facilities. All hotel rooms have a private bathroom with a rain shower and locally sourced bathroom toiletries. The hotel offers a concierge, contactless room key entry, 24 hour room service and a la carte breakfast in The Yard by Robin Gill made from best, local, British produce. Popular points of interest near the hotel include The National Gallery and Churchill War Rooms. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 14 km from Great Scotland Yard Hotel - the Unbound Collection by Hyatt.

Stay at Native Bankside in the heart of Shakespeare's London in Empire Warehouse, a building packed full of original features and history. This aparthotel is a GayMapper favourite choice, due to the stylish and spacious apartments and studios offering an LGBTQ+ friendly and cosy retreat from the hustle and bustle of Southbank and London Bridge, with nearby restaurants and markets making the area popular with locals and visitors alike. Once a Victorian tea warehouse, it's taken many years for us to carefully restore Native Bankside to its former glory. Found on a cobbled street tucked back from the Thames, we've stayed true to the heritage of the building with polished concrete, exposed brick walls and the arched factory windows. The perfect option if you're looking for serviced apartments near London Bridge with a difference! Sitting on the southern bank of The Thames opposite The City, and nestled between Southbank and London Bridge, our hotel apartments are central and accessible. The medieval streets boast some of London's top attractions such as Borough Market, and entertain a buzzing mix of lively visitors and laid back locals who live and work here.

The Soho Hotel is situated on a quiet street in the heart of Soho in London, with 96 luxurious bedrooms and suites, restaurant and bar, private screening rooms and event space. Set just moments from the gay life on Old Compton Street, this hotel is ideal if you are looking to splash the cash and really treat yourself when staying in London. The onsite bar and restaurant, Refuel, is buzzing from early evening, and GayMapper can particularly recommend the Soho Sensation cocktail. Even if you are not staying at the hotel, the bar is worth a visit for their fantastic cocktails. Situated 5 minutes' walk from Oxford Street, The Soho Hotel features a fully equipped gym with an on-site personal trainer. Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square are within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, as well as many tube stations. A selection of London's best restaurants and bars, cafes, theatres and nightlife are within walking distance of the hotel, as well as the historic area of Soho Square which features a park and garden. Each air-conditioned room at The Soho includes a flat-screen TV, fully stocked minibar and an iPod docking station. An en suite bathroom is also provided. Guests can also make use of a beauty treatment room, which offers full body massage, facials and manicures. Modern European cuisine is served in the on-site restaurant, which also offers a breakfast menu and afternoon tea.