Native Bankside

Native Bankside is a 75-bedroom, 4-star aparthotel situated at 1 Bear Gardens on the Bankside riverside — the historic heart of Shakespeare's London, alongside the Globe and the Rose theatres. The property sits directly adjacent to Borough Market and moments from the Tate Modern, Shakespeare's Globe, and the Thames Path. It occupies 56,122 sq ft of gross internal area, arranged across a lower ground floor and seven upper floors. With an average room size of 370 sq ft, each apartment-style suite offers generous living space uncommon at this price point in central London — combining the flexibility of self-catering with the services and amenities of a full-service hotel.

The building holds BREEAM Excellent certification, reflecting its strong environmental credentials and energy performance. Two commercial units at ground floor level complement the residential offer and contribute to the building's integration with the wider Bankside neighbourhood — one of London's most vibrant cultural and culinary destinations. The property was acquired by Jastar Capital in February 2023 from Create REIT in a £40 million off-market transaction, one of the most notable London hotel deals of that year.

Native Places, the aparthotel operator, was retained under a long-term management agreement at acquisition and continues to operate the property. The brand is well established at this location and is a strong fit with the Bankside guest profile — blending extended-stay capability with design-led, culturally engaged hospitality. Native Bankside represents a core, income-producing holding within Jastar Capital's London portfolio.