Lobby @ Shangri-La Hotel, The Shard, London Bridge

Summary: 

  • Lobby is located on 35th floor
  • No power sockets
  • Great Wifi
  • Very few seats
  • Easy to blend in, wont be disturbed
  • Incredible views (even from the loos!)


The Lobby:



Connectivity
  • Power sockets: None
  • WiFi quality: Excellent 
  • Mobile phone coverage: Full 4G signal

Working space
  • Seat types: 6 relaxed, comfy leather arm chairs. 2 wing back chairs. 1 sofa.
  • Background noise: General chatter of passing guests. No music. The restaurant is around the corner so sometimes the odd clang of cutlery on plates.
  • Busy-ness: Of the few seats in the lobby, most were free at time of writing.
  • Privacy: 6 seats are against the glass which are not private. 2 wingback chairs provide more privacy. Sofa provides no privacy.
  • Phone calls: No nooks or crannies to take a call. Good amount of background noise to mask a call.
  • Tables / Desks: No tables or desks to use.
Food & Drink
  • Food offering: Restaurant is separate to the lobby seating space. Expensive restaurant food.
  • Drink offering: As above.
General tips:
  • Use the loos...
  • This is a semi-formal place as it's a luxury hotel. Best to come in smart shoes and smart-casual attire.
  • Walk with confidence to the lifts and head to 35th floor.
  • Probably easier to come in unquestioned in the afternoon, when you're likely to be meeting a client for lunch at the restaurant or drinks at the bar.




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