Curated romantic hotels in Essex

Overlooking the historic Tower of London, the luxury 4-star Leonardo Royal Hotel London City - Tower of London boasts a spa with a 25-metre swimming pool and a large gym. Featuring a brasserie and a cocktail lounge, the hotel is just 2 minutes' walk from Tower Hill Tube Station and offers free WiFi.

Each elegant air-conditioned room includes a flat-screen TV, a trouser press, and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer.

Leonardo Royal Hotel London City - Tower of London offers range of onsite bars and restaurants. Leo's Bar and Restaurant provides a traditional menu with modern decor. A wide variety of drinks and snacks can also be enjoyed in Corvo Bar and Cafe.

A full buffet breakfast is now offered.

Some rooms receive a 10% discount on spa treatments during their stay. Leisure facilities at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London City - Tower of London include a steam room and a sauna for guests to enjoy. Situated in the city of London, the hotel is just 20 minutes’ walk from St Paul’s Cathedral.

With a stay at Leonardo Royal Hotel London City - Tower of London, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 10-minute walk of Tower of London and Tower Bridge. This spa hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Borough Market and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Globe Theatre.

A stay at Malmaison London places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of St. Paul's Cathedral and The Strand. This boutique hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Russell Square and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from The British Museum.

A stay at Yotel London City places you in the heart of London – a 3-minute drive from St. Paul's Cathedral and 6 minutes from Tower of London. This hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Trafalgar Square and 2 mi (3.2 km) from London Eye.

With a stay at Kaya Great Northern Hotel, you'll be centrally located in London, steps from The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4 and within a 10-minute walk of British Library. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Coal Drops Yard and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Camden Markets.

NYX Hotel London Holborn by Leonardo Hotels boasts luxurious rooms, free WiFi and a relaxing spa and health club. Just 5 minutes’ walk from The British Museum.

In the prestigious Bloomsbury district of London, NYX Hotel London Holborn by Leonardo Hotels is a 15-minute walk away from Kings Cross Station. Covent Garden and Leicester Square can be reached in 15 minutes on foot, and Holborn Underground Station is less than 5 minutes’ walk.

Elegantly furnished, each spacious room features beautiful hand-carved furniture. Guests can enjoy a large LCD TV, a sound system and complimentary newspapers. Private bathrooms feature luxurious, fluffy bathrobes.

The relaxing spa offers a stunning, Roman-style swimming pool surrounded by stone pillars, as well as a variety of beauty treatments. The modern, fully equipped gym is staffed by professional trainers.

Children can use the pool Monday to Friday from 10:00am to 12:00pm and 2:00pm to 6:00pm, and have all-day access on weekends within full opening hours. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult to access the Spa.

Glasshouse on the roof at NYX Hotel is our exclusive 10th floor rooftop bar, where creative cocktails are served with incredible views across central London. Bookings essential.

With a stay at AMANO Covent Garden in London (London City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Covent Garden Market and The Strand. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from The British Museum and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Leicester Square.

With a stay at H10 London Waterloo, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 5-minute drive of London Eye and Big Ben. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Westminster Bridge and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from London Bridge.

A stay at Holiday Inn London Camden Lock by IHG places you in the heart of London, within a 10-minute drive of The British Museum and Piccadilly Circus. This hotel is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Hyde Park and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Big Ben.

Located in Bromley, The Bromley Court Hotel is within a 15-minute drive of Chislehurst Caves and Greenwich Park. This hotel is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Cutty Sark and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from O2 Arena.

With a stay at Park Plaza London Waterloo, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 10-minute walk of The Vaults and Florence Nightingale Museum. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Imperial War Museum and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Old Vic.

With a stay at Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge, you'll be centrally located in London, steps from Southbank Centre Book Market and within a 5-minute walk of Sea Life London Aquarium. This spa hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Florence Nightingale Museum and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Thames River.

Just off Trafalgar Square, Club Quarters has an elegant brasserie and boutique rooms with free Wi-Fi. The National Gallery and Nelson’s Column are a 2-minute walk away.

Set in a grand building, Club Quarters Trafalgar Square has beautiful original features and opulent interiors. There is a 24-hour front desk, and parking is available nearby.

The stylish, 4-star rooms have flat-screen TVs with pay-per-view movies and iPod docks. Rooms also feature air conditioning and a work desk, and each has a luxury private bathroom with free toiletries.

Designed in Italian marble, Boyd's Brasserie serves a modern British menu and fine wines. Boyd’s Bar offers light snacks and beverages in intimate surroundings.

Club Quarters Hotel Trafalgar Square is a 10-minute walk from the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Charing Cross Underground Station is 150 metres away, and Covent Garden is a 10-minute walk.

A stay at The Level at the Melia White House places you in the heart of London, within a 5-minute drive of Regent Street and The British Museum. This hotel is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Hyde Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Big Ben.

With a stay at London Marriott Hotel Regents Park in London (Camden), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Regent's Park and 12 minutes from Piccadilly Circus. This spa hotel is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Buckingham Palace and 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Big Ben.

With a stay at The Westminster London, Curio Collection by Hilton, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 10-minute walk of Tate Britain and Westminster Abbey. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Houses of Parliament and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Big Ben.

With a stay at Flemings Mayfair - Small Luxury Hotel of the World, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 10-minute walk of Royal Academy of Arts and Buckingham Palace. This luxury hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from The British Museum and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Big Ben.

Danubius Hotel Regents Park is in the heart of London, within a 5-minute walk of MCC Museum and Lord's Cricket Ground. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Regent's Park and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from London Business School.

Located in Welwyn Garden City, Melbourne Lodge is within a 10-minute drive of Hatfield House and The Galleria. This golf hotel is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from University of Hertfordshire and 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Clock Tower.

Well set in London, Home Grown - Private Member's Club provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

The units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Home Grown - Private Member's Club also provide guests with a city view. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine.

An à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Madame Tussauds, Paddington Station and Oxford Circus. London City Airport is 18 km away.