Tower Residences by Blue Orchid (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Tower Residences by Blue Orchid?
What makes it 74% Kids-Friendly: Children accepted; 55–65 m² family apartments give space to spread out, Smart TV for cartoons, kitchen for meals; Tower of London 280 m offers hands-on history; no pool or kids club onsite.
Good match for:
- Culinary Explorers: Use the full kitchen and walk to Borough Market (920m, 12 min walk) to sample local produce and cook your own meals.
- History Buffs: Stay within 5 min walk of Tower of London, Tower Bridge, and HMS Belfast for quick access to iconic sights.
- Business Travelers: Fast Wi-Fi and 24h front desk support make remote work seamless in your apartment.
Things to keep in mind:
- Pool Seekers: This property does not have a swimming pool; check local gyms for pool access.
What is so special about Tower Residences by Blue Orchid for with kids?
- Self-catered studios with full kitchen and fast Wi-Fi.
- Steps from Tower of London, Tower Bridge, and historic Thames landmarks.
- Studio apartments offer privacy with 24h front desk support.
- Accessible public areas with handrails and wheelchairs on request.
- Convenient access to Tower Hill (240m) and Fenchurch Street (330m) stations.
Transport & Nearby Access
Tower Hill Station: 240m (3 min walk)
Circle & District lines to City and West End.
Fenchurch Street Station: 330m (4 min walk)
National Rail services across East London and Kent.
London City Airport: 10.3 km (23 min drive)
Taxi ride to airport takes about 23 minutes.
Kids-Friendly Activities around Tower Residences by Blue Orchid
Tower of London: 280m (4 min walk)
Historic castle housing the Crown Jewels and medieval towers.
Tip: Buy timed-entry tickets online to skip the queue.
Sky Garden: 360m (5 min walk)
Free public sky-high garden with 360° city views.
Tip: Reserve a free entry slot on the official website several days in advance.
HMS Belfast: 390m (5 min walk)
World War II warship turned museum on the Thames.
Tip: Pick up the free audio guide to learn about the ship’s history.
Kids-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Tower Residences by Blue Orchid:
Complimentary Wi-Fi:
Free Wi-Fi in public areas and all apartments.
24-hour front desk:
24/7 reception and assistance.
Luggage storage:
Free luggage storage at the front desk.
Concierge service:
Concierge helps arrange tours, tickets, and local advice.
Express check-in and check-out:
Quick check-in/out to save time.
Taxi booking service:
Front desk can book taxis at no extra charge.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Fax and photocopying:
Fax and photocopying service at an extra charge.
Dry cleaning:
Dry cleaning service available for a fee.
Ironing service:
Ironing service available for a fee.
Accessibility at Tower Residences by Blue Orchid:
Elevators serve all floors. Handrails in hallways and on stairs. Wheelchairs available on request. Visual fire alarms installed in corridors.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Cook like a local: Use the in-room kitchen and grab fresh produce at Borough Market (920m, 12 min walk).
- Travel light: Store your luggage at the free storage and stroll to Tower Hill station (240m, 3 min walk) unencumbered.
- Pre-book Sky Garden: Reserve a free time slot at Sky Garden's website days in advance to guarantee entry.
Reviews of Tower Residences by Blue Orchid
Louise Ritchie
Great room after a free upgrade. Stunning view of Tower Bridge. Room was air conditioned when we arrived. Only downside was the sound of the underground running below. But not enough to put me off staying again. Was wonderful, would recommend to others for sure.
Ahmed Sultan
I have stayed at Tower Residences multiple times and have always been greeted by Leila who is very hospitable. The studio is perfect to stay in and very spacious. Well equipped with a full size kitchen, 2 bathrooms and amazing amenities. Leila goes above and beyond to make the check in and stay experience amazing. It has been a pleasure to stay here and I look forward to staying here again in the ...
harish goyal
We stayed in June-July for 4 nights. Rooms are nicer looking, but they are smaller and you hardly have any space to walk around. Portable air conditioner had a terrible noise and their nighttime manager had an idea “white noise is good for sleep” sounded very sarcastic and not serious about the issues we faced. Customer service leaves a lot to be desired. They should stop offering Breakfast box, y...
Lisa Smith
We stayed here in April. Our room had an exceptional view of the Tower and Tower Bridge, however it is on a busy street. It's close to the Tower station and there are several restaurants nearby. The portable air conditioner was not helpful, however opening the windows at night helped cool the apartment. I wanted someplace with a washer/dryer. It took about 5 hours to do a small load. The apa...
J Jenkins
We stayed here June 25’ and were very happy with our stay. The residences are large, clean, and updated with high end appliances. It’s within walking distance to the Tube as well as London Tower, and Tower bridges. Carters cafe, Wetherspoon restaurant and pub as well as a supermarket are nearby. The employees are friendly and helpful, and the cleaning service is superb. Security and safety is good...
Map of Tower Residences by Blue Orchid
Address: 13-17 Byward St, London EC3R 5BA, UK
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How to get to Tower Residences by Blue Orchid:
From London City Airport, take a taxi (about 23-min drive) to Tower Residences by Blue Orchid.
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