Wessex Archaeology was commissioned by Gardiner and Theobald LLP to conduct an archaeological watching brief on land at 27 Commercial Road, London, E1 1LD, centered on National Grid Reference 534084, 181353. The development consisted of the demolition of previous buildings and the construction of a 19/21 storey hotel with associated facilities. A small 19th/20th century rubbish layer and 20th century basement retaining walls were recorded.