Radisson Edwardian New Providence Wharf London * * * *

5 Fairmont Avenue - E14 9PQ London

Hotel description

Location. The Radisson Edwardian New Providence Wharf is located one kilometre from the financial hub of Canary Wharf, London, England. Greenwich Royal Observatory is situated 2.5 miles away and Buckingham Palace is at a seven mile distance. East India DLR station is 500 metres from the hotel.
Hotel Features. Overlooking the River Thames, the Radisson Edwardian New Providence Wharf is a modern property spread over seven storeys accessible by elevator. The hotel houses a gym and guests can pamper themselves with a range of beauty treatments in the East River Spa. Complimentary wireless Internet is available throughout the hotel and guests can ask the concierge service for any sightseeing and booking assistance. Further amenities include 24 hour room service and laundry facilities.

Guests can enjoy modern dishes at the informal, contemporary Azura Restaurant and Bar which opens to a terrace area, and soak up the sun with a snack at the outdoor Riverside Café. The Radisson New Providence Wharf also houses a cocktail bar.

Guestrooms. The 169 air conditioned guestrooms are equipped with Bang & Olufsen entertainment systems and extend to black slate bathrooms with hair dryers. The rooms are characterised by sleek, contemporary decor in soft neutral tones with crisp, white linen and further amenities include satellite television, complimentary wireless Internet, minibars, and safes.

Expert Tip. The Tower of London, located four miles from the hotel, is one of London's most famous landmarks. Dating from the 11th century, the tower has been used as a prison for those of high rank including Elizabeth I and Guy Fawkes and houses a notorious torture chamber. The tower is also home to the Crown Jewels of England.

Directions

From London Heathrow Airport (LHR):
Distance to the Radisson Edwardian New Providence Wharf is 18 miles, approximately 90 minutes' drive.

Getting there. From the airport, take the tube and the Docklands Light Railway to East India, located 500 metres from the hotel. Alternatively taxis are available and cost approximately 75 GBP to the hotel.

Getting around. The London Underground (Tube) and buses are the easiest ways to travel within London. Single tickets are expensive, but an electronic Oyster card offers a cheaper fare. Oyster cards can be purchased from ticket offices for 3 GBP (refundable). Daily or weekly travel passes are the most economical way to travel, and are valid on buses, trams, trains, and DLR, as well as on the Underground. Black taxis are available on the streets, but can be expensive. Driving is not recommended for visitors and a congestion charge zone is operated in central London.

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