InterContinental London - The O2

InterContinental London - The O2 – The Market Brasserie

Overview

Overlooking the iconic O2 Arena in Greenwich, InterContinental London - The O2 offers a sleek riverside retreat ideal for food lovers, gig-goers and couples seeking a luxurious short break in southeast London. With views across the Thames to Canary Wharf, this five-star hotel blends contemporary design and impeccable service with direct access to world-class entertainment and riverside walks. The Market Brasserie, the hotel’s flagship restaurant, anchors the culinary experience with a focus on British produce and elegant surroundings.

Eat

The Market Brasserie sits at the heart of InterContinental London - The O2, distinguished by its floor-to-ceiling windows and striking views. Led by Executive Chef Ariel Laureano, the kitchen champions local sourcing, with British meats, sustainably caught seafood, and vegetables grown in the chef’s rooftop garden. Diners can expect vibrant, seasonal plates that balance boldness with comfort—think dry-aged steaks, fresh market fish, and colourful salads. The menu showcases classic brasserie fare revived with contemporary technique, from hearty breakfasts to refined dinners, and the open kitchen injects a lively, welcoming buzz. Awarded an AA Rosette, The Market Brasserie is praised for its consistent quality, attentive service and upmarket yet unstuffy feel—making it equally suited to special occasions or relaxed evening meals after a day exploring London.

Sleep

With well over 400 rooms and suites, InterContinental London - The O2 brings luxury on a grand scale. Spacious bedrooms blend modern comforts—plush beds, smart TVs, deep baths—with a palette of calming tones and metallic accents that nod to the hotel’s riverside setting. Upgraded rooms enjoy sweeping city or river views and extras like Nespresso machines. Suites offer separate living spaces for those seeking an indulgent escape or celebrating a special occasion. Families, couples, and business travellers will all feel at home here thanks to intuitive service and thoughtful details from pillow menus to 24-hour in-room dining.

Retreat

Guests are spoilt for choice when it comes to unwinding. A full-service spa boasts a tranquil pool, vitality pools, sauna and relaxation spaces, while the well-equipped gym offers a workout with a view. After dinner, slip up to the hotel’s rooftop Sky Bar for cocktails as city lights shimmer beyond the glass. Being steps from the O2 Arena means headline concerts and events are effortlessly close, while the riverside Thames Path offers easy walks to Greenwich’s Royal Park, the Cutty Sark, and bustling weekend markets. Canary Wharf’s shopping districts are a short riverboat ride away, and North Greenwich Underground station is a five-minute walk for swift journeys to central London—about 15 minutes to London Bridge or 20 minutes to the West End.