London - Shoreditch
NEIGHBORHOOD NOTES
Once a bustling industrial area, Shoreditch, home to the original theatre that debuted Shakespeare’s plays, evolved into a neighborhood famous for street art, artisanal coffee shops, speakeasies, nightclubs and indie pubs.
WHERE WE WOULD STAY
NOTE: We have not stayed in this neighborhood, however these are a few options that we would consider, with notes from their websites.
The Hoxton, The original The Hoxton hotel - a firm fixture in Shoreditch since 2006 and newly refurbished in 2025 - places you at the heart of one of London’s most creative neighbourhoods, with street art, standout restaurants, and destination boutiques just minutes away.
Sun Street Hotel, a luxury boutique hotel in the heart of London and Shoreditch. Whether you're looking for a place to sleep, dine, meet or entertain, Sun Street Hotel offers the perfect blend of heritage charm and contemporary luxury in one of London’s most exciting neighbourhoods.
Town Hall Hotel, Set within a beautifully restored Edwardian building in the heart of Bethnal Green, Town Hall Hotel is one of East London's most distinctive luxury boutique hotels. Blending historic architecture with contemporary design, we offer an unforgettable stay for business travellers, city explorers and those seeking a unique London escape.
Virgin Hotel, Welcome To Your Pad In The City! Ready to plug into the thrumming pulse of Shoreditch? Then this is the 5-Star London hotel for you. Industrial style with none of the grit and all of the glamour: think exposed bricks, steel-framed windows and incredible vibes. Find our luxury boutique hotel in Shoreditch, near Liverpool Street Station and Old Street Station, an achingly hip hotspot in London’s eclectic East End. Hit the bustling neighbourhood markets to unearth vintage treasures and fistfuls of flowers. Seek out an arthouse masterpiece or cult classic at one of the tiny independent cinemas. Or just throw on your comfiest shoes and ponder the graffiti and murals splashed across the buildings and alleyways of Shoreditch and Brick Lane. Here, exploring is its own reward.
WHERE WE ATE & DRANK
manteca, a nose-to-tail italian-inspired restaurant. whom focuses on whole-animal butchery, hand-rolled pastas, wood-fired breads, and their own in-house salumeria.
Happiness Forgets, an east london craft cocktail bar located in a basement
BRAT, an open-fire Basque inspired restaurant with one michelin star named after the British term for Turbot, which is the star of the show here.
THINGS TO DO
Brick Lane Market, vintage fashion, antiques, and global street food stalls.
Old Spitalfields Market, independent crafts, fashion, and food stalls in a historic covered market.
Boxpark Shoreditch, street food inside a pop-up mall built from stacked shipping containers