Cocktail Lounges In London

The UK's largest and most iconic entertainment venue, The Hippodrome, hides a luxurious lounge bar secret. Beneath the spinning roulette wheels and chucking in of chips is the award-winning Archive and Myth.

It's got low and inviting lighting, plush seating, elegant finishes and a cocktail list that's intriguing to say the least. We're talking half-size and full-size signature serves packed with everything from fine Japanese whiskey to absinthe, condensed milk, birch and bubbles.

One of the most elegant cocktail lounges in the city has to be Lobby Bar at the London EDITION. Prepare to be stunned upon entry as you're met with a stainless steel orb, towering ceilings and gorgeous soft lighting. The playful space is the perfect destination to enjoy tipples with a twist, such as The Bitter End, made with Oloroso Sherry and smoke, or the South Sea Clipper with Bacardi 8 and clarified milk. 

Looking for the best cocktails in London? Head to this West End spot where you'll find a cracking selection of tipples alongside quality wines, top notch coffee and a hearty selection of brunch dishes.

A pretty Hong Kong-themed bar, Lucy Wong makes the perfect lounge. Explore the signature cocktail menu, which includes a vodka-laced Eastern sour or a Breakfast In Beijing boasting a moreish marmalade flavour, all while taking in the stunning interiors.

One of West London's finest cocktail lounges, this plush bar within Victoria's Grosvenor Hotel offers some stunning drinks and a romantic and relaxed atmosphere perfect for a few tipples post-work or pre-theatre.

In the centre of theatre land is Lockes Bar, a gorgeous cocktail lounge. The sophisticated interior spans two floors, one of which is the basement, and makes the perfect place to enjoy a pre-show tipple. There are over 30 wines to choose from as well as the classics like a refreshing moscow mule or a negroni. There's also a location in Battersea, too. 

Located in Southwark, The Lounge Bar knocks up an amazing slew of cocktails, gin drinks and wine, alongside a sumptuous snack menu. Settle into this sleek boozer for cute date nights and quick drinks with pals.

Travel round the world with this sexy spot in the heart of Covent Garden. Blind Spot is set in the very gorgeous St Martin's Lane hotel, and knocks up cocktails that draw on influences from across the globe - perfect for a pre-theatre tipple.

This is a cocktail lounge in Soho that offers a gentle sophistication with an air of exclusivity. Although more expensive than your average cocktail bar in London, this is one of the classiest and most stylish lounge bars in London, serving up a selection of expertly crafted cocktails to suit all tastes. Book a space for you and your friends now.

One of the best lounge bars in London, this gorgeous space in Bloomsbury is one to seek out if you're looking for sensation sips and stunning surroundings. Sample the delights of their clever cocktail menu before tucking into a few of their delicious bar bites.

If you're on the hunt for an intimate watering hole in Central London, The Dilly is a fantastic choice. From the beautiful interiors and chilled-out ambience to the mouthwatering mixes and live entertainment (think jazz pianists and soul vocalists), this place is coming out on top.

Spend a classy evening at Mayfair's Luggage Room; an intimate 1920s-style cocktail bar where nostalgia meets sophistication. Get charmed by the chic interiors and incredible sips inspired by different drinking eras. Look out for the pineapple punch and gin-based Speakeasy Sparkling.