COURTHOUSE HOTEL SHOREDITCH, London

Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch - A Grade II listed former magistrates' court with cinema, spa, and rooftop terrace in creative East London

Set within a converted Grade II listed Baroque-style building where Oscar Wilde and the Kray Brothers once appeared, this 5-star London hotel encompasses the original Old Street Magistrates' Court and Police Station. The Courthouse Hotel houses 86 guest rooms and 42 suites, each featuring contemporary design with individual character. A 196-seat private cinema offers armrests and fold-out tables, while leisure facilities include a 10-meter heated indoor pool, sauna, and two-lane bowling alley. The Judge & Jury restaurant serves British classics in the former courtroom, while the Jailhouse Bar utilizes five converted prison cells for atmospheric drinking. The Upper 5th rooftop bar provides panoramic views over central London's skyline and can accommodate 200 guests. Located in Shoreditch's creative district, the hotel stands 0.5 miles from Hoxton Square and 1.5 miles from Spitalfields Market.

Pros

Original architectural features preserved, including oval stained glass windows and courtroom details

Rooftop BBQ kitchen available during summer months

Heated pool with jet fountain and jacuzzi-style bubbles

4693 ft^2 of event space with 4-meter-high ceilings

Cons

2.5 miles from major tourist attractions like King's Cross Station

Limited parking options in the surrounding area