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Shangri-La The Shard London

31 St Thomas St, London SE1 9QU, United Kingdom

  • Five-StarForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026
  • 4.6/5Google rating2,875 reviews · 19 Aug 2026
  • 98.5/100La Liste19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • city breaks
  • wellness
  • couples
  • business

About Shangri-La The Shard London

Shangri-La The Shard London offers 202 rooms and is recognised as an EMPTYJET Preferred property. Guests have access to three signature dining venues and a spa offering ELEMIS facials, massages, manicures, pedicures, and hairdressing services. The hotel features London's highest infinity pool, providing a unique swimming experience above the city.

The property has received a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating for 2026 and is listed in La Liste's Top 1000 hotels with a score of 98.5/100. Its central London location and comprehensive amenities make it a notable choice for luxury stays.

Why it stands out

Shangri-La The Shard London is listed for its EMPTYJET Preferred status, Forbes Five-Star award, and La Liste Top 1000 ranking. Its location in London, signature dining, spa with ELEMIS treatments, and the city's highest infinity pool distinguish it among luxury hotels.

Key facts

Keys
202 rooms
Brand
Shangri-La
Type
City, Wellness, Urban resort

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Activities

  • Swimming poolHome to London's highest infinity pool
  • Infinity poolevidence: Home to London's highest infinity pool

Wellness

  • Spaour luxurious spa treatment rooms offer a haven of relaxation high above the bustling city

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
3 signature dining venues

Spa & wellness

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Spa
Spa — ELEMIS facials and massages, manicures, pedicures, hairdressing services

Services

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Pools
1

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideFive-Star2026
  • La ListeTop 10002026

Location

51.5043, -0.0868
Sources+
  • EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed5 fields
  • Official brand / collection siteBrand4 fields
  • Serper (Google Maps data)Places provider7 fields

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