According to Time Out magazine, If we were giving out awards for cool streets, the gong for funkiest newcomer would be scooped by SE1's Bermondsey Street. When the Bermondsey Square Hotel and Alfie's Kitchen open in April 2009 - as the focal point of a the whole regeneration of Bermondsey Square - it is going to receive cooler tranquil. Should I visit, or should I go? You should go and visit. Definitely. Bermondsey is one of London's most happening regions, with outstanding galleries, shops, cafes and restaurants, all within a stone's throw of the City, the London Eye, Shakespeare's Globe and TATE Modern among other park amusements. The Bermondsey Square Hotel (or b2 as we call it) is a latest Bespoke Hotel, with 79 designer bedrooms including a series of loft suites looking out over the London skyline. The revitalised Square will also feature an free theatre, antiques market place, trendy flats and new office space. So, Alfie's Kitchen? What's it all approximately? Alfie's Kitchen is a spot to graze, gaze and laze. A brasserie, bistro, wine boutique and deli, serving fresh English dishes. A fresh addition to Bermondsey's burgeoning image as the site to play. As the 60s legend himself would say, Anyone in the mood for a small Alfie, direct up?

Exit London Bridge Station towards Guy's Hospital. Take a left onto St Thomas' Street and continue for approx 400m. Take third right onto Bermondsey St (A2205) and continue down Bermondsey St for approx 600m till the end of the boulevard and you get to Bermondsey Square directly infront of you. Cross Abbey St and you're at the guesthouse.