September 22, 2026
Stow Away eco aparthotel near Waterloo Station in autumn

Looking for a hotel Waterloo visitors rate for autumn? Stow Away Waterloo is an award-winning eco aparthotel in London's Waterloo, moments from the South Bank. It's one of the best hotels near Waterloo Station for both short breaks and extended stays. Every studio has a kitchenette, a super king-sized bed and a marble bathroom. The ground floor is home to UnWined, a much-loved Waterloo wine bar and bistro. Autumn things to do in Waterloo include the BFI London Film Festival, the London Literature Festival, riverside walks and world-class theatre. And if you need long stay hotels London can be proud of, Stow Away's serviced studios are built for exactly that.

Why autumn is Waterloo's best season

Summer crowds thin out. The plane trees along the Thames turn gold. The area's cultural calendar goes into overdrive.

Waterloo London sits at the heart of it all. The neighbourhood is home to the London Eye, the National Theatre, the Southbank Centre, BFI IMAX, and the Old Vic and Young Vic theatres. Few London hotels near Waterloo can claim so much on the doorstep — and Stow Away Waterloo is right in the middle.

Plan your visit with Visit London's South Bank guide.

Things to do in Waterloo this autumn

Film. The 70th BFI London Film Festival runs 7–18 October at BFI Southbank and the Royal Festival Hall, a five-minute walk from Waterloo station. Book early — galas sell fast.

Words. The London Literature Festival takes over the Southbank Centre from late October into November.

Theatre. The Old Vic and Young Vic both launch major autumn productions, and A Christmas Carol returns to the Old Vic from mid-November. Waterloo's stages are minutes from your room.

Outdoors. Stroll the Queen's Walk, the riverside path between Lambeth Bridge and Tower Bridge — perfect for people-watching, pavement cafés and browsing book stalls. Autumn light on the Thames is hard to beat.

The Waterloo hotel built from shipping containers

Stow Away isn't a standard hotel. It's an aparthotel Waterloo can genuinely call unique. The building was created from 26 recycled and repurposed shipping containers. Solar panels on the roof feed excess electricity back to the national grid. Smart heating and hot water systems recycle energy to cut waste.

The result? Sustainable stays without compromise. Each serviced studio comes with:

  • A super king-sized bed and blackout blinds
  • A mini kitchen — ideal for longer stays
  • A marble bathroom with walk-in shower and luxury toiletries
  • Free high-speed Wi-Fi, smart TV and air conditioning

Whether you search for apart hotel Waterloo or aparthotel London Waterloo, this is the one that stands out. See the rooms at stow-away.co.uk.

UnWined: your wine bar downstairs

After a day exploring, head no further than the ground floor. UnWined Waterloo serves an unusual, brilliant range of wines from around the world. The friendly team will happily guide your choice.

UnWined bar and bistro also hosts critically acclaimed guest chefs, with menus made for lunch, dinner and lazy autumn evenings. As Waterloo wine bars go, having one inside your hotel is a serious perk. The UnWined cafe vibe by day turns cosy and candlelit by night. Learn more here.

Staying longer? Waterloo works for extended stays

Autumn is peak season for relocations, work projects and slow travel. If you're comparing extended stay hotels London wide, Waterloo is a smart base. The station connects you to the whole city and the south coast. The South Bank gives you culture, food and river views every evening.

Stow Away's serviced apartments London Waterloo guests love are designed for exactly this. Kitchenettes mean you can cook. Weekly housekeeping keeps things fresh. And the "stay longer, pay less" pricing makes long stay hotels maths add up. For a long term hotel stay London rarely does better — you get apartment independence with hotel service.

Book your autumn stay

Waterloo hotels fill quickly once the festival season starts. Stowaway Waterloo (however you spell it, we'll find you) offers the best rates when you book direct.

Golden riverside walks. World-class film and theatre. A glass of something special at UnWined. This autumn, the only question is how long you'll stay.

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