6 of the Best Serviced Offices in the City of London (And Why)

Serviced offices are growing in popularity for businesses of all shapes and sizes, whether they’re startups, scale-ups or bigger businesses. Serviced office providers work hard to match all of your office needs – from beautifully designed spaces to complimentary perks that eliminate the hassle of running an office yourself. All you need to do is bring your laptop – the rest is ready for you, freeing up plenty of time to focus on building your business.

In this blog, we’ll take you through some of the best serviced offices to rent in the City, but if you’d prefer to explore other office space hotspots in London, take a look at these:

• 5 of the Best Serviced Offices in Marylebone
• 10 of the Best Serviced Offices in Mayfair and St James’s 
• 5 of the Best Serviced Offices in Victoria
• 6 of the Best Serviced Offices in South Bank

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Renting serviced office space in the City of London

One of the most popular destinations for serviced office space is the City of London. Known for being the financial epicentre for the UK and Europe, the City’s powerhouse strength makes it home to some of the world’s biggest banks, including the headquarters of NatWest, Standard Chartered, Lloyds and Deutsche Bank. 

Meanwhile, on the edge of the city is trendy Shoreditch, which has become known as an incubator hotspot for startup culture, especially for fast-growth Fintechs and technology businesses. But the City’s buzz isn’t exclusively financial – it’s London’s legal backbone, housing magic circle names such as Clifford Chance, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, Linklaters and Slaughter and May, with Allen & Overy based nearby in Spitalfields.

According to Francesca Cooper-Isow, Senior Surveyor in Knight Frank's Flexible Office Solutions team, "History, reputation and commuting ease are just a handful of reasons why businesses flock to find a home in the City of London. The area is also packed with some incredible restaurants like Sushisamba, The Mercer, The Ivy and Hispania, as well as rooftop bars with panoramic views of London."

6 of the best offices in the City of London

Whatever your industry, a postcode in the City is a stamp of heritage, hustle and credibility. For those on the hunt for the best serviced offices in London, or the best serviced offices in the City, we’ve got them all listed here, but we’ve pulled out six in the City to kickstart your search.

50 Liverpool Street is pet-friendly, offers locker storage, socials, video conferencing and more.

50 Liverpool Street is pet-friendly, offers locker storage, socials, video conferencing and more.

50 Liverpool Street is pet-friendly, offers locker storage, socials, video conferencing and more.

50 Liverpool Street is pet-friendly, offers locker storage, socials, video conferencing and more.

The Office Group's 50 Liverpool St, London, EC2M 7PY

Liverpool Street station’s Victorian features were nearly abolished in favour of a more modern development, but in 1979, Sir John Betjeman and Sir Spike Milligan led a famous conservation campaign to protect its history. Now, this serviced office at 50 Liverpool Street has arched windows that look into the station’s rich history, forming almost part of the fabric itself.

Good to know: The Grade II listed building is clad with clean, Scandinavian interiors. The copper, steel mesh, stained timber and panelling create a classic look and feel for any business. The serviced office space is pet-friendly, offers locker storage, socials, video conferencing, phone booths, dedicated bandwidth and even access to other centres.

Getting to the office: Liverpool Street station is 0.1 miles away and Moorgate station is 0.3 miles away.

1 Finsbury Avenue houses a boutique Everyman cinema, a gym, a Butterscotch Bakery and a variety of restaurants.

1 Finsbury Avenue houses a boutique Everyman cinema, a gym, a Butterscotch Bakery and a variety of restaurants.

1 Finsbury Avenue houses a boutique Everyman cinema, a gym, a Butterscotch Bakery and a variety of restaurants.

1 Finsbury Avenue houses a boutique Everyman cinema, a gym, a Butterscotch Bakery and a variety of restaurants.

1 Finsbury Avenue houses a boutique Everyman cinema, a gym, a Butterscotch Bakery and a variety of restaurants.

Storey's 1 Finsbury Avenue, Broadgate, London, EC2M 2PF

This iconic, Grade II listed building in Broadgate is home to stunning serviced office space. Art lovers should know that along with sleek, modern interiors, it features a central stand out feature by artist and designer Morag Myerscough, with her well-known use of bright colours.

Good to know: The building also houses a boutique Everyman cinema, a gym, a Butterscotch Bakery and a variety of restaurants. Along with all these perks, you’ll have the total serviced office experience with socials, daily cleaning, on-site IT support and 24/7 access. It’s just a short walk into Shoreditch and moments away from Liverpool Street Station. And if that isn’t enough to convince you, the office is pet-friendly.

Getting to the office: Liverpool Street station is 0.2 miles away and Moorgate station is 0.2 miles away.

1 King William St welcomes each guest with modern chandeliers, marble prints and gold accents.

1 King William St welcomes each guest with modern chandeliers, marble prints and gold accents.

1 King William St welcomes each guest with modern chandeliers, marble prints and gold accents.

The Argyll Club's 1 King William St, London, EC4N 7AR

This serviced office space is glowing with regal zeal. Its reception area resembles that of a grand hotel lobby, welcoming each guest with modern chandeliers, marble prints and gold accents. The space on offer includes office suites, meeting rooms, a customer lounge and a private roof terrace, which offers incredible views across London.

Good to know: The luxury space also has partnerships with five-star venues, post service, video conferencing, tea and coffee, daily cleaning, 24/7 access, 24-hour security presence and showers.

Getting to the office: Bank station is 0.1 miles away and Cannon Street station is 0.1 miles away.

Wow-factors of Cannon Green include two large terraces and a rooftop terrace with great views across London.

Wow-factors of Cannon Green include two large terraces and a rooftop terrace with great views across London.

Wow-factors of Cannon Green include two large terraces and a rooftop terrace with great views across London.

Ocubis's Cannon Green, 27 Bush Lane, London EC4R 0AA

This office space blends quirky interiors with the latest technology. While the natural-style, Scandinavian furniture gives off a calm, winter-lodge feel, the office is just moments away from the hustle and bustle of Cannon Street and Monument station, offering an easy commute from the City.

Good to know: Along with a dramatic glass atrium, wow-factors include two large terraces and a rooftop terrace with great views across London. To name a few, the serviced office space grants you 24/7 access, bike storage, breakout spaces, catering and cafés on-site, daily cleaning, fresh fruit, a gym, event space, on-site IT support, partnership with five-star venues, showers and phone booths.

Getting to the office: Cannon Street station is 0.1 miles away and Monument station is 0.2 miles away.

34-37 Liverpool Street has an insta-worthy hot desking space on the seventh floor with an angular marble bar and hanging chairs.

34-37 Liverpool Street has an insta-worthy hot desking space on the seventh floor with an angular marble bar and hanging chairs.

34-37 Liverpool Street has an insta-worthy hot desking space on the seventh floor with an angular marble bar and hanging chairs.

34-37 Liverpool Street has an insta-worthy hot desking space on the seventh floor with an angular marble bar and hanging chairs.

34-37 Liverpool Street has an insta-worthy hot desking space on the seventh floor with an angular marble bar and hanging chairs.

34-37 Liverpool Street has an insta-worthy hot desking space on the seventh floor with an angular marble bar and hanging chairs.

Uncommon's 34-37 Liverpool St, London EC2M 7PP

Packed with the leafy-green joys of biophilic design, organic earthy colours and natural light, this serviced office space balances luxury, wellness and technology right next to Liverpool Street station. Notably, this impressive flexible workspace was acquired from Lord Alan Sugar’s development company.

Good to know: 34-37 Liverpool Street is set up for all sorts of businesses in the City of London. The highly insta-worthy hot desking space on the seventh floor has an angular marble bar, hanging chairs and stunning views of the capital. In terms of serviced office amenities, the space has almost every imaginable perk, from access to other coworking centres, social events for members and an entire floor dedicated to relaxation.

Getting to the office: Liverpool Street station is 0.1 miles away and Moorgate station is 0.3 miles away.

Heron Tower matches cool, futuristic design with real luxury.

Heron Tower matches cool, futuristic design with real luxury.

Heron Tower matches cool, futuristic design with real luxury.

Heron Tower matches cool, futuristic design with real luxury.

Landmark's Heron Tower, 110 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N4AY

This serviced office space has the ultimate wow-factor. Known for its rooftop restaurants and nightclubs, it features a triple height atrium with inspirational views and workspaces flooded with natural light. Plus, a snaking staircase links all the floors together.

Good to know: The space has fully equipped meeting rooms, a spacious boardroom for up to 18 people and private, fully furnished offices. Cool, futuristic design is matched with real luxury, with serviced office perks including fresh fruit, bike storage, showers, socials for members, video conferencing and gorgeous outdoor space. The building is also just a two-minute walk away from Liverpool Street station, right in the heart of the City.

Getting to the office: Liverpool Street station is 0.1 miles away and Aldgate station is 0.3 miles away.

No matter what your office requirements are, we’ll be able to help you find the perfect fit across all of London. Whether you’re a big business looking for project space or a small startup looking for your first move, we’ve got you covered.