Where to Stay Near Battersea Power Station
The restored Battersea Power Station has turned this stretch of the south bank into one of London's most exciting places to stay — and a genuinely well-connected one. Here is what to expect.
On the doorstep
The Power Station itself is now a destination: shops and restaurants under the turbine halls, riverside bars, and Lift 109 up one of the iconic chimneys for a panoramic London view. Battersea Park's 200 acres are a short stroll away, and the river path links you to Chelsea across the bridge.
Getting around
The Northern line extension put two stations here — Battersea Power Station and Nine Elms — reaching the City and West End in under 15 minutes. Frequent buses and the Thames Clipper river boats add scenic alternatives.
Who it suits
Couples and business travellers who want a modern riverside base with fast Zone 1 access, and anyone who likes their nightlife, dining and green space all within walking distance.
Where to stay
See our Battersea & Nine Elms neighbourhood guide for the full picture, and browse available apartments in the area — all bookable direct.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Battersea Power Station a good area to stay in London?
- Yes — it is a modern riverside quarter with shops, restaurants, riverside walks and Battersea Park, plus its own Northern line stations reaching central London in under 15 minutes.
- How do you get from Battersea Power Station to central London?
- The Northern line from Battersea Power Station or Nine Elms reaches the City and West End in under 15 minutes; buses and Thames Clipper river boats are scenic alternatives.