At art’otel London Hoxton in Shoreditch, two rare early Banksy artworks discovered behind the former Foundry bar now sit above the hotel’s entrance, while the bold pop universe of street artist D*Face transforms the entire property into an immersive art experience.
Originally created in 2004 and hidden for nearly two decades, the artworks resurfaced during the construction of art’otel London Hoxton and are now visible to the public once again.
In Shoreditch, one of London’s most creative neighbourhoods, art’otel London Hoxton has quickly become one of the city’s most intriguing design hotels. Not only for its striking architecture and skyline views, but also because it preserves something far rarer in the hospitality world: original street art by Banksy.
Two Rare Banksy Artworks Rediscovered in Shoreditch
One of the two original Banksy stencil artworks from 2004 displayed above the entrance of art’otel London Hoxton in Shoreditch.
Above the hotel’s entrance porch, visitors can see two early Banksy artworks dating back to 2004. The pieces originally appeared on a wall behind the legendary Foundry bar on Old Street, once a key gathering place for artists and creatives in East London.
Two early Banksy artworks from 2004 are now displayed above the entrance of art’otel London Hoxton.
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The two stencils quickly became part of Shoreditch’s street art landscape. One depicts a giant rat carrying a knife and fork, a variation of Banksy’s famous rat motif often interpreted as a symbol of rebellion and the spirit of the underdog. The second artwork shows a television being thrown through a window, capturing the moment of impact as glass shatters across the scene.
After being visible for several years, the works were eventually covered with boards and remained hidden for much of the following two decades. They briefly resurfaced during construction works in 2019 when the site was being prepared for the development of art’otel London Hoxton.
Rather than disappearing again, the artworks were carefully preserved and integrated into the new building. Today they sit prominently above the hotel’s entrance, visible to the public twenty four hours a day, turning the façade itself into a piece of London’s street art history.
A Hotel Immersed in the Art of D*Face
Once inside, the artistic narrative continues with the work of D*Face, the hotel’s signature artist and one of the most recognised figures of the contemporary urban art scene.
Street artist D*Face created more than 130 artworks across art’otel London Hoxton, transforming the hotel into an immersive urban gallery.
D*Face emerged from the East London street art movement of the early 2000s and has since created murals and exhibitions across the world. His work blends comic book aesthetics, bold pop art colours and a rebellious visual language influenced by skate culture, graffiti and underground graphics.
At art’otel London Hoxton, his work is everywhere. Murals, sculptures and installations appear across public spaces, corridors and guest rooms, with more than 130 artworks integrated into the hotel’s design. The result is a property where guests do not simply observe art on the walls but move through an environment entirely shaped by it.
The Playful Red Telephone Booth Installation
Among the most photographed artworks inside the hotel is a playful installation built around a classic British red telephone booth. Instead of standing quietly as a nostalgic object, the booth is dramatically pierced by two oversized paint brushes.
The piece transforms a familiar London symbol into something surreal and humorous, as if an invisible artist had interrupted the scene mid creation. Around it, D*Face’s small cartoon like characters appear to climb and interact with the structure, adding movement and narrative to the installation.
Why art’otel London Hoxton Is One of the Most Creative Places to Stay in Shoreditch
Located on Rivington Street in the heart of Shoreditch, art’otel London Hoxton places guests in one of London’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, surrounded by galleries, street art, independent boutiques and some of the city’s most exciting restaurants and bars. For travellers exploring East London’s creative scene, the hotel offers a particularly fitting base, blending contemporary design, skyline views and an immersive art experience shaped by the work of D*Face.
A Cultural Hub in the Heart of Shoreditch
With 357 art inspired guest rooms and suites, including the spectacular D*Face Masterpiece Suite, art’otel London Hoxton positions itself as both a hotel and a cultural destination. Public spaces such as The Brush, the hotel’s all day café, lounge and cocktail bar, as well as the dedicated art gallery, auditorium and event spaces, reinforce the idea that this is more than just a place to stay.
The hotel’s art’beat cultural programme regularly hosts exhibitions, performances and creative events, connecting the property to Shoreditch’s long standing artistic scene.
Between the preserved Banksy artworks outside and the vibrant pop art universe of D*Face inside, art’otel London Hoxton captures something rare: a hotel that truly feels like an extension of the neighbourhood’s street art culture.
Where to See the Banksy Artworks at art’otel London Hoxton
Visitors can see the two original Banksy artworks above the main entrance of art’otel London Hoxton at 1–3 Rivington Street in Shoreditch, East London. The artworks are positioned on the façade above the entrance porch and are visible directly from the street, meaning they can be viewed by the public at any time of day without entering the hotel.
Are the Banksy artworks at art’otel London Hoxton free to see?
Yes. The two Banksy artworks displayed at art’otel London Hoxton are located above the hotel’s entrance and can be seen directly from the street. Visitors do not need to enter the hotel to view them.
When were the Banksy artworks created?
The two stencil artworks date back to 2004 and originally appeared behind the former Foundry bar on Old Street in Shoreditch before being preserved and integrated into the structure of art’otel London Hoxton during its construction.
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