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Unwined Waterloo is an independent wine bar on the ground floor of Stow Away Waterloo, the eco-built aparthotel Waterloo on Lower Marsh, SE1 — just steps from Waterloo station. It serves an extensive by-the-glass wine list and a seasonally changing small-plates menu. Unwined is dog-friendly, open for lunch and dinner throughout the week, and available for private event hire. For guests of Stow Away — one of London's most distinctive long-stay hotels and extended-stay hotel options — having Unwined directly downstairs is one of the standout perks of the stay.
London is packed with wine bars, but few have a setting quite like this one. Tucked into the ground floor of Stow Away Waterloo — the boundary-pushing eco aparthotel built from 26 repurposed shipping containers on Lower Marsh — Unwined Waterloo is the kind of place that rewards those who know where to look. Part neighbourhood gem, part world wine adventure, it is one of the South Bank's most charming spots for an evening out. Whether you are a guest of the Stow Away Waterloo apartment hotel or simply passing through SE1, a visit to Unwined is well worth your time.
Unwined was founded by Laura and Kiki, a duo who first crossed paths in the kitchens of Jamie Oliver's Fifteen. They launched their concept through pop-up wine tastings before opening their first permanent bar in Tooting Market in 2015. The Unwined Waterloo site followed — bigger, bolder, and with an even more exciting wine list to match.
The bar sits beneath the iconic shipping container architecture of Stow Away and benefits from a warm, Scandi-inspired interior: think wood panelling, slate floors, intimate booth seating, and a relaxed atmosphere that feels genuinely lived-in. As one reviewer on The Infatuation noted, it is the ideal cosy corner to sip a chilled glass midweek and let the city fade away.
What sets Unwined Waterloo apart is its commitment to the unconventional. The ethos centres on lesser-known regions, independent producers, and female winemakers — a refreshing departure from most London wine lists. Expect unusual finds alongside the classics: a dry white from Japan's Chateau Mercian, a Turkish merlot, a South African Chenin Blanc — wines that spark conversation as much as they satisfy the palate.
Staff are genuine specialists who will guide you through the list without a hint of pretension. The generous by-the-glass selection makes it easy to explore, and certain wines are available on tap — including Prosecco by the carafe.
Unwined's kitchen is run fully in-house, with small plates designed specifically to complement the wines on offer. Everything changes with the seasons — past highlights have included confit duck scotch eggs, Greek fava bean dip with pickled shallots, basil gnocchi with cauliflower crème, and aubergine fries. It is a menu built for sharing — order a few dishes, pour another glass, and settle in.
Lunch and dinner are served throughout the week, making Unwined Waterloo equally at home for a relaxed business lunch as for a Friday-night wind-down. For guests on an extended stay in London or looking for a hotel in Waterloo, London that feels like a real neighbourhood, having Unwined downstairs is a genuine highlight of the aparthotel Waterloo experience.
The best way to experience Unwined Waterloo is to make a proper night of it by staying at Stow Away. Ideal for extended stays and one of London's most distinctive long-stay hotels, the Stow Away Waterloo aparthotel offers beautifully designed serviced studios with super-king beds, kitchenettes, walk-in showers, air conditioning, and high-speed Wi-Fi. As an extended-stay hotel option in London, it combines the independence of self-catered living with genuine hotel-level comfort — and a stay-longer, pay-less pricing model that makes it one of the most cost-effective choices for an extended stay in London.
Lower Marsh is one of London's oldest and most characterful market streets, lined with independent shops, cafés, and bookshops. For those seeking a hotel in Waterloo, London, that feels rooted in real neighbourhood life, this is it.
Whether you are a wine lover hunting for something new, a South Bank local looking for a reliable spot, or a guest of Stowaway Waterloo wanting to unwind properly after a day in the city, Unwined is the bar for you. Warm, knowledgeable, and utterly unpretentious.
Book your stay and visit Unwined today.