Cocktail Lounges in London

This cool cafe and cocktail lounge in the City of London offers all day drinking and a stunning selection of bar snacks and finger food, perfect for a lunchtime coffee or some post-work drinks.

Taking its inspiration from the lavish lifestyle and illicit activities of London's Bright Young Things, the Rumpus Room is a rooftop bar that offers special cocktails from a stunner of a central location. Hark back to a time when a party was more than just a party - it was a lifestyle - and settle into a cosy cocktail spot where the views come with a smooth playlist of the 1920s jazz age for company.

One of our recommended lounge bars in London on account of its particularly opulent choice of decor. With a standout red velvet staircase, marmour tables and crystal cocktail glasses to dazzle guests with their own reflection, this is a cocktail lounge in London that often hosts A-list celebs, musicians and savvy media types. Guests are also able to cosy up in a red leather booth, should they require a little extra privacy. Book your space now. 

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.

Situated right at the core of Soho's theatreland, 68 & Boston features a secretive, low-lit cocktail bar on its upper level. Co-owned by three key industry players in Eric Yu, Luca Cordiglieri and Martin Malley, head to this well-kept secret and choose between a mix of classic serves and original creations, each starting from £10.

Offering a stunning selection of classic concoctions, and £5 cocktails every Thursday, this gorgeous Art Deco lounge with its basement Tiki bar is a one stop shop for some very clever little drinks. 

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.

With a cool South East Asia theme and amazing views across the London skyline, Jin Bo Law is ticking of all sorts of lists when it comes to drinking in London. Perfect for a date night in the City, head to this joint for quirky cocktails and a stylish atmosphere.

Anise is a popular cocktail lounge in London - enviably located in the square mile, this is a great spot to relax after work or catch up with friends over a flawlessly built cocktail. Blending the heritage of the East India Company with cool cocktails and food from neighbouring restaurant Cinnamon Kitchen, this is a cool lounge bar in London, offering intimate, candlelit booths should you require it. Book now. 

This London cocktail lounge has everything you need for a relaxing and good time. The sound track is quality deep house and soul, the cocktails are excellent, and they even boast e-shisha pipes, so you can enjoy shisha without the harmful toxins.

Offering 'bunny service' and a number of cool variations on the traditional cocktail bar, Salvatore at Playboy is a cocktail lounge in London that gives a drinking experience like no other. Guests can have their drinks mixed on their table top with Salvatore's mobile bar, offering a new take on table service. What's more is the option to try one of their vintage cocktails, made using only 18th century spirits - but they'll cost you. This is lounge bar in London that offers service like no other, so book now. 

Offering great brunches, gorgeous views and heavenly cocktails, The London SkyBar is a must-visit for anyone looking to add to their London cocktail bar bucket list.

Lush and leer over some of the best concoctions in the business as this stunning London cocktail lounge promises mastery behind the bar. Brought to you by the boozy brains behind Callooh Callay, guests to Little Bat can expect idiosyncratic interiors alongside stunning and unusual drinks. 

A particularly elegant cocktail lounge in London. With a stylish interior inspired by the look and feel of the Middle East, this is a lounge bar in London with a cool, chilled out vibe and an equally as impressive list of unique cocktails, all with their own twist on the expected. This is one of our favourite cocktail lounges in London, so book now.