River thames in London

“Just wow, this is a full smile experience I took the 45min excursion and oh boy was it worth it, facts about London for the first 20 mins then once part the magnificent tower bridge the throttle is pushed and you glide into speed. The rib skips the waves with grace as you power down the Thames. Just excellent and better than the boring pedestrian River cruises that you just zip by. Only negative& it is only the one, the intro talk before boarding is delivered with no pep no real warmth of welcome, is that improves superb, no one wants to hear within 10secs of hello that they will be fined £75 for improper use of the life vest.”

“This truly is a lovely restaurant. The waiters are very caring and attentive. I need gluten free because I am celiac and they work with the chef to let you know what you can eat. The food tastes amazing. I have eaten here 2 nights in a row cos it was so good. My husband is carnivore so we struggle to find a good place lace. This is awesome.”

“Truly sensational! Piccione - chargrilled, spatchcocked Pigeon marinated in chianti classico and autumn herbs with Coco Bianchi and chicken liver crostino was meticulously executed and this particular dish so memorable. Yeah that didn't sound like food review because it was beyond just cooking and presenting tasty food. I enjoyed the precision of the cooked food. No diner would miss the point. I had to admit I was a bit skeptical when primi was served with no presentation at all, but I guess that was the chef's statement of unpretentious food. Loved the tiramisu, too, a real proper one, not any layered sugary cake using that name to confuse the market.”

“Great place and great customer service”

“Brilliant sports pub loads of screens and load music, perfect”

“An excellent cruise. Very friendly and efficient staff/crew. The food was good and carefully selected. Hoping to do another one around Christmas.”

“The hotel is excellent and we had a wonderful stay. We had a small issue with the heating in our room, which was resolved within 30 minutes. We also needed help getting a taxi, and Bashar was incredibly supportive and helpful, giving us the best advice possible. Thank you for the great service and hospitality.”

“One of our most favorite activities in London! Friendly girl selling tickets at Butler's Wharf. We walked there after a morning at the Tower and Bridge. We spontaneously went to Grennwich which we thoroughly enjoyed, loved the boat ride, as did our 3 yo, and great views of London with funny commentary. Highly recommend!”

“We LOVED using these boats in London. This was our preferred mode of transportation. The lines moved pretty quickly, it just depends on how early you make it there. And how late in the day it is (sometimes they would be behind schedule and have to leave early) The only negative was that the experience varied every time. Sometimes there would be a tour, and sometimes not. Overall would recommend, though. A great way to see the city.”

“City Cruises runs a variety of Thames experiences—from classic sightseeing and hop-on hop-off boat passes to fancier options like dinner or jazz cruises. Their boats depart from well-known piers such as Westminster, the London Eye, Tower, and Greenwich. You’ll get either live commentary from the crew or pre-recorded guides in several languages. On board, there’s a bar stocked with drinks and snacks, and booking online makes things quicker and easier. Like any busy tourist service, the boats sometimes face cleanliness or service hiccups (often caused by the sheer volume of visitors). Still, the overall experience shines. Highlights include: A brilliant way to see London’s landmarks from the water. A friendly, lively crew—especially on tours with live narration. Dinner and jazz cruises that make for a memorable night out. A couple of things to keep in mind: Tipping is sometimes encouraged, which can feel a bit uncomfortable if you’re not expecting it. Double-check your booking details to avoid any mix-ups. All in all, City Cruises is a relaxed, scenic way to take in London. Grab your camera, sit back, and enjoy the view—Britain really is beautiful from the river.”

“Excellent cruise and they are so so friendly. With travel cards you get a third off. Highly recomended and no queuing. We had some drinks and snacks on board”

“Nice river view, kind staffs, lift is a bit old and slow. Nice building overall. But closes pretty early and doesn’t open on the weekend ☹️”

“We came to have dinner and try some indian food. We were delighted with everything, it being the best indian food we ever tried, and for a very reasonable price. We were incredibly served by Sab, who made us feel like home. I would recommend it to anyone.”

“One of the best clothing and accessories store. A wide range of affordable products having superb quality. I really love the quality of jeans, leather jackets, denim jackets, semi formal pants, t shirts and shorts. Quality of Stitching on these products is really good. Staff is really helpful, knowledgeable and polite.”

“Fantastic place for dinner , lunch or tea . Friendly staff very welcoming and fantastic variety of menu. Plenty of drinks available. Would highly recommend .”

“First time at this particular PI and the difference between here and the one up the road (London Twickenham Stadium) are poles apart. There is parking but we turned up around 21:00 and I was lucky to find a spot; the car park does serve the Beefeater next door. The front door is automatic which is handy when you have a lot of bags but the inner doors are manual. We were greeted by a friendly, very helpful and enthusiastic member of staff. Our room was on the first floor (no lift) at the front of the building and although there was a busy main road and a bus stop outside it wasn’t that noisy. The room and bathroom seem bigger and as usual the bed is very comfortable. The wardrobe/ shelving unit is lovely and big, easily fits 4 days of our clothes and four big shelves for all your other bits. In this PI the rooms have A/C and having bus stops outside is an added bonus. Only negative is that the toilets don’t flush very well.”

“Main things you want to know: I stayed here for a room of one. Room was big, room service was provided only if you asked (which I prefer), and they have a restaurant you can order breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Something came up with my visit and I traveled to Oxford to stay with a friend. When I checked out early, the staff seemed concerned and wanted to see if they could fix any potential issues. I made them aware it had nothing to do with them specifically, so I hope management reads this comment :) If I have family and friends who want to visit London in the future, I’m 100% suggesting this place.”

“Option 1: Excellent location, perfect for UK tour travelers. Clean and comfortable rooms with good facilities. Staff was friendly and supportive throughout the stay. Option 2: A nice hotel for UK tour visitors. Rooms were neat, cozy, and well equipped. Overall a pleasant and relaxing experience”

“Yank visiting London!! After the long haul across the pond we wanted something that wouldn’t be overly strenuous, but allow us to see some of the sights of London with a great dinner experience. The Bateaux London didn’t disappoint! We had an amazing dinner and couldn’t have ask for better service from Jason Davey our waiter. Seeing the sights from a different perspective along the Thames River was stunning. The sights alone were enough but the dinner was superb. We upgraded and did the Platinum dinner and well worth it! This was a great first day to start our trip and highly recommend!”

“This is our first family trip to Uk. And this is also our first time having dinner here. The food is perfect! And Ben (our server) is marvelous! We have 10 adults and 9children, and each of us is well served! Ben brings all of us a perfect night! We will definitely visit here again!”

“We do often dine here, as the food is good with excellent service and is clean. The food was fresh and tasty. Great location by the river, in Wapping with great views over Canary Wharf. Is great that there's an outside seating area that you can dine during the summer.”

“We visited the Staines branch, seeking to find a suitable suit for my husband. The staff were so helpful especially Jordan, who was so patient with us, despite visiting the store at a very busy period. He advised my husband on what style to go for according to my husband’s preferences and body shape. As the store had limited stock, Jordon ordered the suit to be delivered to our home, as we had limited time. In general the staff are so helpful, the store was so tidy and organised, despite the sale. I cannot thank Jordon enough for all his help. Thank you for putting us at ease and for turning a stressful situation into a positive one. Jordon is an asset to River Island, what a lovely, patient and kind man.”

“Had a lovely Sunday trio and chocolate brownie. The food came out quite quickly despite it being very busy. Great location by the river, free parking and dog friendly. Book in advance for a Sunday as it gets very busy here, it’s popular!”

“The room is large and spotless, the location is excellent loads of pubs, restaurants, and shops on your doorstep. Finally, the staff are incredibly helpful.”

“Extremely impressed with the quality and cleanliness of the service. I was allowed an early check in and a bump up to a slightly bigger room which was spotless! Breakfast was delicious and the staff were pleasant and professional. I would stay here again if I was to visit London as this is out the way of the main city but close enough to a station to travel in quickly.”

“I had a wonderful stay at the Holiday Inn and was fully satisfied with everything. The room was very clean and comfortable, the facilities left nothing to be desired, and the breakfast was varied and fresh. What stood out most was the excellent service – the entire team was always friendly, helpful, and professional. A special thank you to Sophie, Karolina, Alexandra, and Sam, who made my stay even more pleasant with their attentive and welcoming manner. Because of them, I truly felt at home. I would be happy to return and can highly recommend this hotel without hesitation!”

“Went on a very merry Christmas lunch cruise, it was organised through a local coach company but there were plenty of other people there to,. We were given a complimentary glass of bubbley on arrival then took our seat for the 3 hour cruise down the Thames while they served our 3 course meal, the food was very nice and we had a singer who sang Christmas and other well known songs and crackers on the table made a great fun day out.”

“Nice chilled out location. Staff are really nice and helpful. Price wise the pint is really reasonable we bought a small pineapple and pint of moretti for £8. Same drinks again and and 2 x burgers and chips was a total of £38. Interior decorating is nice. Toilets clean and tidy. You have a nice area along the Thames to sit out side and watch the world go by. I would love to have this as my local”

“After staying at dozens of Holiday Inns in the USA this came as an amazing surprise as the level of service and standards was far far higher than expected. The rooms, although somewhat cozy felt brand new and the bed and pillows were outstanding. The breakfast buffet was wonderful and extensive and the only thing that detracted from the experience was the fact that there were rampaging, yelling and screaming children running roughshot all throughout the dining and buffet area. Would definitely stay here again, but will bring earplugs now down to the restaurant.”

“Stayed here for several days on a trip to London. All the staff we encountered were pleasant, friendly and welcoming. The room itself was very fresh, clean and had a good amount of space. We had twin beds, a small table and chair set, an opening window, TV, small area to hang and store clothes, plus the bathroom. There was also air conditioning in the room, and it wasn't the most powerful but a welcomed addition. We had the breakfast, cooked breakfast and cold items like cereal and fruit were there. Not a massive selection, but enough to keep you going for the day going forward. Hotel felt safe as well. The hotel has great access to bus stops, virtually outside the door which can help you get around the area or down to the train/tube station. Although the walk to Richmond town is not far if you are able to do the walk.”