The Corner London City

Blending design, fun, sustainability, and comfort, The Corner London City (previously called Qbic) is a forward-thinking East End gem. The decor ticks all the trendy millennial boxes – house plants, tiled walls, and geometric patterns abound in the lobby – but it still succeeds in being fresh and unique.

Bright colors and large photographs inject some personality into the rooms, which range from a small and windowless budget option to a roomy one that sleeps three people. One of the highlights is the custom-made bed, which is so good you’ll struggle to get out of it. Aside from this, all rooms come with an awesome rain shower, designer furniture, and high-speed WiFi.

The hotel also has some excellent eco-friendly credentials. These include a specially-designed shower that minimizes water usage, solar panels, electric car charging points, free bikes, and sustainable mattresses, toiletries, and food. You also get a free drink at the bar if you agree to forego room cleaning during your stay.

The hotel is located in Whitechapel, a historical yet rapidly modernizing part of East London that is just 15 minutes from Shoreditch. Whitechapel station is a local transport hub, with a direct connection to the West End through the Underground and to Shoreditch and Dalston through the Overground.