Rafayel Hotel & Spa

On the riverfront near Battersea, eco-minded Rafayel Hotel & Spa pairs floor-to-ceiling views with boutique comforts for a quietly romantic London base. Designer rooms feature spacious bathrooms, contemporary tech and, in select categories, spa baths or jet-lag-easing lighting—invaluable after long-haul arrivals. The spa’s sauna, steam room and treatment menu invite deep relaxation, while Banyan on the Thames grills and the riverside bar deliver leisurely meals and cocktails with glittering water views. Clapham Junction is a short walk, linking you to the West End and the City, yet the hotel’s calm feels a world away from the bustle. Begin the day with a riverside run, end it with sunset drinks on the terrace, and savour the sense of seclusion. For couples, Rafayel offers value, views and restorative ease.