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The Elements
★ 3.0(1 review)Restaurant
functionalhotel-dininginternational
About the Vibe
Tucked inside the Novotel London Waterloo, Elements is your go-to for solid international fare without the pretension. It's not a destination restaurant, but rather a reliable spot for a decent meal when you're staying nearby or passing through. The menu covers the usual suspects—grilled meats, pasta, salads—with nothing groundbreaking but nothing terrible either. The space is functional and clean, with a decent bar area that works well for a pre-dinner drink. Service is typically efficient, though not particularly warm. It's the kind of place you'd recommend to a business traveler or a family needing a stress-free meal, but locals with options usually keep their distance.
Known For
- •international menu
- •hotel convenience
- •pre-theatre dining
- •consistent quality
Best For
business dinnershotel guestsquick meals
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 8, 2026
Solid hotel dining, nothing special
Elements Restaurant at the Novotel Waterloo is exactly what you'd expect from a hotel dining room: competent, consistent, and completely forgettable. The menu is a safe bet of international classics—grilled salmon, chicken breast, pasta dishes—nothing that'll make you close your eyes and dream, but nothing that'll make you regret your choice either. Service is efficient and professional, which is what you want when you're on a tight schedule or traveling for work.
The atmosphere is clean and modern, with comfortable seating and decent lighting. It's not a place you'd seek out for a special occasion or a memorable night out, but it's perfect when you need a reliable meal without the hassle of finding somewhere else. The bar area is a decent spot for a pre-dinner drink, though the selection is standard hotel fare.
If you're staying at the Novotel or just passing through Waterloo and need a no-fuss dinner, Elements does the job. But if you're a local with options, there are far more interesting places to spend your evening in London.