THE Z HOTEL SHOREDITCH, London

The hotel sits directly above the Northern line at Old Street, providing fast connections to King's Cross, Euston and central London. Liverpool Street (mainline and Elizabeth line) is within a 12-minute walk, making it ideal for Stansted Express and cross-London travel. The immediate area is filled with cafés, bars and restaurants - Honest Burgers, Ceviche Old St and Shoreditch Grind are all a 3-minute walk away. A bus stop is across the street, and a 24-hour supermarket is directly opposite. Walking to Shoreditch High Street or Hoxton Square takes around 15 minutes, putting the vibrant east London nightlife and food scene on foot. The hotel is a practical base for business travellers needing the City, as well as leisure visitors wanting a connected, lively base without being in the busiest tourist zones.

All rooms include a desk and chair, tea and coffee facilities, a hairdryer, soundproofed walls, air conditioning, and under-bed storage for an overnight bag with wall-mounted hanging space. Window-less Inside rooms should be avoided if you are sensitive to heat or lack of natural light - they rely entirely on air conditioning, which can be noisy. Rooms on lower-ground floors can experience significant tube noise and vibration from the Northern line, so request a higher floor when booking. The frosted glass bathroom walls mean limited privacy. The family room (bunk queen beds) has two TVs and works for two adults and two children. The Queen Accessible room is the largest and has bed access from both sides; a baby cot can be placed in an INQN or QN room. No kitchens, fridges or minibars are provided in any room.

Breakfast is an extra-cost continental buffet (pre-booked £11.95, on-the-day £13.95) featuring granola, sourdough bread, pastries, juice, and hot drinks. During renovation periods a fixed takeaway menu is available at £5 per person. The café also serves a selection of salads, sandwiches and hot savoury dishes for lunch and evening meals. A 24-hour bar and lounge area provides snack and drink options at any hour, and guests are welcome to refill water bottles for free. For those who prefer a wider choice, numerous restaurants and cafés are within a short walk, including Honest Burgers, Shoreditch Grind, and Ceviche Old Street.

The hotel does not have a spa, swimming pool, gym or sauna. On-site leisure is limited to the shared lounge/TV area and the 24-hour bar/lounge with a snack bar. Complimentary cheese and wine evenings are held every Tuesday and Saturday from 17:00 to 20:00 for all guests, providing a relaxed social setting. For full leisure facilities, guests will need to use nearby gyms or wellness centres.

Free WiFi is available throughout the building. The 24-hour reception provides concierge service, express check-in/out, and luggage storage (same-day only; not overnight and limited to one day if leaving bags between stays). Laundry and dry cleaning are available for an additional charge, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. The property has a lift to all floors and is wheelchair accessible, with rooms featuring emergency cords, grab rails, and a lower bathroom sink. Family rooms and allergy-free rooms are available. Safety features include CCTV, key card access, fire extinguishers and smoke alarms. Business facilities include free fax/photocopying. There is no airport shuttle service.