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Shangri-La The Shard, London

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A Shangri-La hotel. Rialto is a Shangri-La The Luxury Circle agency: book this hotel direct at the VIP rate for benefits that can include priority room upgrades, hotel credits, and more.

Feel an unparalleled connection to Shangri-La The Shard, London located in one of the world’s most iconic buildings and the city’s hot spot for foodies and culture. View the buzzing capital from floor-to-ceiling windows in the 202 rooms and suites that showcase stunning cityscape vistas. Refined materials and Asian touches create a Zen-like tranquility, and many rooms have a bathtub with a view. Enjoy the Skypool’s panorama, try the 24-hour gym, or relax with an in-room massage. The hotel is also home to London’s highest Afternoon Tea experience, with ingredients sourced from local Borough Market, and the highest bar.

31 St Thomas Street, SE1 9QU London, United Kingdom
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Shangri-La The Shard, London
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4th Night Free
Stays until Dec 30, 2026
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About Shangri-La The Shard, London

Insider tip

The views over London are jaw-dropping – waking up to a 180-degree view of this historical city is something every world traveler needs to experience.

In the hotel’s own words

Feel an unparalleled connection to London, at Shangri-La The Shard, London. Stay in the capital’s highest hotel, in one of the world’s most iconic buildings, whilst enjoying panoramic skyline views that connect you to the whole city. This is the only five-star luxury hotel in London Bridge, contrasting sleek modern style with the area’s rich historic character. To capture London’s dynamic personality, Shangri-La service has been redefined with a style that feels friendly, warm and genuine, giving you a truly unique experience of the capital.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

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Shangri-La The Luxury Circle is Shangri-La's invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below.

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $50–100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade at booking, based on availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Welcome amenity

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Rooms and suites

11 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
1Superior Shard Room
Facing south towards the counties of Kent, Surrey and Sussex, the sleek Superior Shard Rooms offer a stylish urban sanctuary with striking panoramic views of the London skyline.
323–517 ft²
2Deluxe City View Room
Deluxe City View Rooms provide a luxury urban haven furnished with modern flair. The rooms have unparalleled views of the London skyline including its most famous landmarks.
344–506 ft²
3Premier City View Room
These ultra-spacious rooms have a sleek and functional layout providing ample room for relaxation and to kick back and soak up the unparalleled views of some of London’s most iconic landmarks.
Members only
4Iconic City View Room
Experience our most panoramic view of London’s iconic landmarks, encompassing Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and more. These exceptionally spacious rooms feature a comfy sofa bed, executive desk, use of an iPad and an elegant marble-clad bathroom.
Members only
5Premier Shard Room
Larger in size and offering mostly southerly views, these rooms have a sleek, modern sophistication. The floor-to-ceiling glass on two sides provides a light and airy ambience for work or relaxation.
Members only
Suites
Size
6Premier Shard Suite
The one-bedroom Premier Shard Suite offers a sleek modern space enhanced with a vibrant splash of colourful art. Enjoy the personal butler service and spectacular southerly views towards the historic counties of Kent, Surrey and Sussex.
Members only
7Iconic Shard Suite
These one-bedroom suites showcase panoramic views of London’s most iconic landmarks. The living room is tailor-made for entertaining or for an intimate business gathering with a sofa, chair, coffee table and executive desk.
Members only
8Southwark Suite
Southwark SuiteLocated on Level 36, this unique one-bedroom suite looks west to some of London’s most iconic landmarks. The living room is designed for relaxation with an L-shaped sofa and a casual dining table for two. 87 sqm
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9Westminster Suite
Located on Level 37, this expansive one-bedroom suite provides floor-to-ceiling views of central London. It is a luxurious haven of contemporary style, with intricate detail throughout. Westminster Suite guests may enjoy the services of a personal butler.
Members only
10London Suite
Located on the 38th floor, the London Suite offers exceptionally spacious and luxurious accommodation, with contemporary furnishings enhanced by elegant Asian accents, and a personal butler service.
Members only
11Shangri-La Suite
Luxury Shangri-La suite with en-suite bathroom and dressing room, separate living room with dining area, office space, guest washroom and kitchenette. · As one of the largest suites in London, it can also be connected to an adjacent room, thus featuring two bedrooms and spanning a total living space
Members only

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Shangri-La The Luxury Circle always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

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What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $50–100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

What room types does Shangri-La The Shard, London offer?

Shangri-La The Shard, London lists Superior Shard Room, Deluxe City View Room, Premier City View Room, Iconic City View Room, Premier Shard Room, Premier Shard Suite and 5 more. Sizes and bed options for each are in the rooms table above.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

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