yacht london thames

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Cruise the Thames aboard Illuminate - the Italian designed Azimut charter yacht. Up to ten guests can enjoy her spacious decks. As darkness falls, take to the flybridge for 360° panoramic views and experience London’s landmarks come alive with light.

best for weather

Soak up the sun or stay dry inside. Socialise under our covered rear deck and shelter from any unexpected turns in the weather.

best for style

Contemporary interior. Newly refurbished. A new era of Thames chartering.

the experience

cocktail cruise

Sip sundowners and witness London’s landmarks come alive whilst leading mixologists shake your perfect cocktails. Illuminate’s covered outer deck makes it the best yacht in London for cocktail cruises, whatever the weather.

TOUR THE THAMES

The best sightseeing tour in town. Our open-top deck, charismatic tour guides and various pick up and drop off points allow you to discover the timeline of the Thames.

JUST THE TWO OF YOU

A romantic gesture, a special occasion, perhaps an engagement. Enjoy privacy away from your captain and crew on Illuminate’s open upper deck or her secluded covered rear deck.

MICHELIN ON THE MOVE

If you’re a foodie you’ll be more than impressed by our selection of world class chefs. Fine dining for six or canapes and smaller eats for up to ten guests.

BOOZY BUSINESS

Wine and dine whilst getting down to business. Brainstorm, negotiate or simply entertain. Illuminate’s three separate areas provide ample space to deal and deliberate.

TWICKENHAM TAXI

Raise a glass ahead of the game and arrive in style. Illuminate will get the party started, beat the traffic and impress your guests. And after the whistle, cruise effortlessly back into Central London.

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This year, we are moving the luxury of London to the comradery of Cowes. Enjoy world class sailing, superb hospitality and all the buzz of Cowes Week aboard Illuminate.

ILLUMINATED RIVER PROJECT

The story behind the name.

Inspired by London’s spectacular Illuminated River Project – a long term light installation that will transform 15 of the cities bridges into unique works of art. And what better way to experience each bridge than from Illuminate’s covered rear deck and open air flybridge. “The Thames is London’s most ancient public space ... and the bridges that span our river are some of the most precious historic sites we have. The Illuminated River project is the next stage of the Thames evolution.”

Duncan Wilson, Chief Executive of Historic England

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Imagine staying in the lap of luxury aboard a glamorous superyacht moored in an exclusive location. It’s the epitome of luxury: Sunborn London’s impossibly sleek exterior showcases polished decks and dazzling walls of glass, while inside every space is designed for luxury and comfort

Sunborn London is part of a new breed of yacht hotels, with a five-star superyacht hotel in Gibraltar now open and further projects under development in Europe, USA, South-East Asia, the Middle East and Russia.

Sunborn London is a Yacht Hotel S160, providing around 10,000m² of beautifully designed floorspace and incorporating elegant guest accommodation, restaurants, leisure areas, conference and events facilities. Equipped to four-star luxury standards, the yacht is tailor-made for its London mooring using the highest standards in construction, safety and technology to meet the highest specifications.

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Sunborn London Yacht Hotel

Royal Victoria Dock, Newham, London, E16 1XL, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

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Breakfast very good, although when busy not enough staff to collect dirty dishes on tables to allow more guests to sit down.

Room was a fantastic size and having the bow of the ship as our balcony meant we had all the space in the world

The location and atmosphere was so chilled and relaxing

Have stayed 4 times now, a lovely environment and away from the hustle and bustle yet close enough to travel to the centre

The breakfast is very good as is the accommodation

A wide range of "standard" breakfasts foods included in the price. The room was a lot bigger than expected, with a powerful shower. A fully-fledged hotel despite being on a yacht. A bar, with a great view of the dock by night, serving nice cocktails just down the hall from our room.

Everyone and everything,not the water view sorry to say ,please make it clear and I’ll easily come and stay 2/3 times a year ,really good breakfast ,must say,Matty W.

The room was stunning, spotless and well looked after. Staff were very helpful and pleasant. Breakfast was exceptional. location was brilliant, close to trains, cable car etc. Would highly recommend this hotel and will stay there again.

We were looked after fantastically well. It was my wife's 60th birthday, and it was made special. Thank you so much

We travelled to London to celebrate my Daugther's 50th Birthday, the SUNBORNE exceeded all expectations. Beautiful surroundings and our dinner, which I had pre-booked was exceptional. Our room was spacious and en-suite good. The bar and restaurant are comfortable. The Sunborne was a little pricey, but if you want cheap don't book this. For a special event it was just perfect.

Great location!

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Located less than a minute's walk from ExCeL London, the Sunborn London is a floating super-yacht hotel docked in Royal Victoria Dock, boasting free WiFi access, a bar and a restaurant. The hotel is 7 minutes' drive from London City Airport and a 6-minute drive from the iconic Canary Wharf. Each of the smartly designed rooms feature a TV with Freeview, air conditioning and an electric kettle. Also included is a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some of the rooms also benefit from a view overlooking The Royal Docks. At Sunborn London there is a 24-hour front desk and a sun deck. Other facilities offered at the property include a ticket service, a tour desk. The lounge bar serves a selection of beers, wines, ciders and spirits. In the restaurant, a buffet breakfast with continental and cooked items is served each morning. An à la carte menu is available in the evenings. Custom House Docklands Light Railway Station is 5 minutes' walk away. It offers direct routes to Westfield Stratford City and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Emirates Royal Docks Skyline is a 5-minute journey on foot. It offers a direct route to The O2 Arena.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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• Family rooms
• Non-smoking rooms
• Room service
• 24-hour front desk
• Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
• Good breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants 1 restaurant on site.

• Cuisine British • Mediterranean • Asian • International
• Ambiance Modern
• Dietary options Vegetarian

Facilities of Sunborn London Yacht Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

• Toilet paper
• Bath or shower
• Private bathroom
• Free toiletries
• Wardrobe or closet
• Sun terrace
• Coffee machine
• Electric kettle
• Clothes rack
• Seating Area
• Flat-screen TV
• Tea/Coffee maker
• Invoice provided
• Concierge service
• Luggage storage
• Daily housekeeping
• Dry cleaning Additional charge
• Laundry Additional charge
• Fax/photocopying Additional charge
• Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
• Fire extinguishers
• CCTV in common areas
• Smoke alarms
• Security alarm
• Key card access
• Safety deposit box
• Air conditioning
• Non-smoking throughout
• Wake-up service
• Laptop safe
• Ironing facilities

Property practice

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Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Until 11:00

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Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets are not allowed.

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Accepted payment methods

Cash is not accepted Sunborn London Yacht Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the extra child or adult can stay in a sofa bed.

Cash payments are currently unavailable due to to Coronavirus (COVID-19). Please note the same card used for booking needs to be presented at check-in.

An incidentals charge applies upon arrival. A charge of GBP 40 per day is required if guests pay via credit or debit card, or GBP 100 per day if guests pay with cash.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Sunborn London Yacht Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property may host on-site functions and some rooms may be affected by noise.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

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Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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Sunborn London Yacht Hotel is 6.2 miles from the centre of London. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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Check-in at Sunborn London Yacht Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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• West End London

The Yacht London

• Great for scenic views
• Good for special occasions

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• Dining style Casual Elegant
• Price £26 to £40
• Cuisines Modern European, Afternoon Tea, British
• Hours of Operation Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00–15:00 Sun 12:00–14:00 Dinner Wed, Thu 18:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 18:00–21:00
• Phone number 020 7836 1566
• Website http://www.theyachtlondon.com/
• Payment Options AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
• Dress Code Smart Casual
• Private party facilities Our 4 differing spaces offer a wide range of options for that perfect event setting. The Yacht’s location showcases some fantastic views of London and our great selection of event menus provide a bespoke service. Corporate Events - Weddings - Meeting Rooms - Private Dining
• Location Temple Pier, Victoria Embankment, London, WC2R 2PN
• Area Aldwych
• Parking Details None
• Public Transit Tube: Temple Train( Blackfriars/Charring Cross/Waterloo) Bus (Embankment)
• Additional Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wine

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Smoked haddock chowder, bacon crisps £8.50, goats cheese & rainbow beetroot red velvet, fig & green chilli jam £8.50, beef fillet carpaccio, saffron aioli, parmesan shavings £9.00, cauliflower & blue cheese soup, crushed walnuts £8.00, main plates, pork chop, braised red cabbage, truffle pomme puree, cider reduction £22.00, 8oz aberdeen angus rib-eye, chunky chips, peppercorn sauce £25.00, halibut fillet, saffron potato, baby brown shrimp, lemon & mint beurre blanc, swedish caviar £25.00, wild rabbit roulade, crispy chicken skin, smoked garlic puree, toasted hazelnuts, dark chocolate & chilli reduction £23.00, roast baby pumpkin, black quinoa, caramelised carrot & parsnip piccolo, rainbow chard £21.00, what 15 people are saying, overall ratings and reviews.

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• 4.5 Ambience

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How is The Yacht London restaurant rated?

The Yacht London is rated 4.4 stars by 15 OpenTable diners.

Temple Pier, Victoria Embankment, London, WC2R 2PN

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