Best Luxury Hotels in Greater London

Discover our favourite luxury accommodation in Greater London. Our collection of luxury hotels and resorts showcase the very finest in world-class hospitality. Each one has been selected, by our Editors, based on its exceptional service, refined interiors, excellent amenities and standout location. Let our expert selection help you find your perfect place to stay.

England, Greater London, London

Shangri-La The Shard, London

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 202 Rooms & Suites Boasting Floor-To-Ceiling Windows with Panoramic London Views
Amenities Ting Restaurant, Gong Bar & Bar 31
More Located within the Shard, offering Unparalleled Access to London's Iconic attractions

This is an example of modern luxury, being part of the famous Shard building that towers above London. The building was completed in 2012 and was the tallest structure in Europe at the time. The multi-award-winning hotel takes up floors 34-52. It offers stunning panoramic views across the capital from its 202 rooms, decorated in plush silks, satins and cut-pile velvets. The Hong Kong-based multinational hotelier brand is a favourite with business travellers, providing excellent meeting spaces and proximity to the city’s commercial centre. The Shard is now firmly on the London map, so visitors who prefer a sleek, modern Asian influenced style flock to stay at Shangri-La, to swim in the infinity sky pool and dine with a view at TING. There are also packages for wellness, honeymoons and weddings, as well as two funky bars, babysitting, butler and limousine services.

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Shangri-La The Shard, London

England, Greater London, London

The London EDITION

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 173 Unique Rooms & Suites including a Penthouse with 360-degree London Views
Amenities Berners Tavern by Michelin-Starred Chef Jason atherton, Lobby Bar & Punch Room
More Located in Fitzrovia near Soho, within walking distance of Oxford Street & the Theatre District

Hotelier Ian Schrager designed this one-of-a-kind Fitzrovia hotel, set in a row of Georgian townhouses. It’s ideal for those who want to stay in true luxury but with West End and Soho nightlife on the doorstep. Past and present are blended in this boutique space, where period features are complemented by forward-thinking innovative furnishings and decor. Step inside one of the 172 rooms and suites, and you could imagine you’re aboard a private yacht. Dine at Berners Tavern hosted by Michelin-starred Executive Chef Jason Atherton and drink in the Punch Room. Many guests visit for the ‘happenings’, a programme of events for adults and families, including immersive gong sound meditation retreats and cocktail masterclasses. But the pièce de résistance has to be the 2098 square foot Penthouse with wraparound landscaped terrace and 360-degree views of the capital.

England, Greater London, London

The Savoy

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 267 Luxury Guest Rooms & Suites Decorated in Edwardian or Art Deco Style
Amenities Savoy Grill by Gordon Ramsay, the River Restaurant, Restaurant 1890, Thames Foyer, American Bar & Beaufort Bar
More Located on the River Thames near Covent Garden & London's Iconic Landmarks

One of the most famous hotels in London, if not the world, the Savoy opened in 1889 on The Strand, as the first luxury hotel in Britain. It quickly became a byword for elegance and grace, with interiors designed by Collinson & Locke. Now owned by the Fairmont group, it has an illustrious history – Frank Sinatra, Geroge Gershwin and Noel Coward all entertained here, while Oscar Wilde, Laurence Olivier, Edward VII, Humphrey Bogart, Elizabeth Taylor, The Beatles and many other legends have counted among its guests. Hosting royalty and a wide variety of celebrities is all in a day’s work for this titan of the hotel industry. Many of the 268 rooms provide stunning views across the nearby River Thames, and the hotel also has 7 restaurants for a wide variety of fine dining options. As an English icon, The Savoy is very popular with tourists seeking a quintessentially classic British stay.

England, Greater London, London, Camden

Rosewood London

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 308 Rooms & Suites including the Grand Manor House Wing with Its Own Postcode
Amenities Dining options Feature Holborn Dining Room, Scarfes Bar, Mirror Room & the Pie Room
More Located in Holborn near Covent Garden, offering Luxurious Accommodations & Proximity to Cultural attractions

Constructed in four blocks between 1912 and 1960, this Grade II listed building is a grand landmark in Covent Garden in the West End. Transformed into a luxury hotel in 2000, the Rosewood’s 262 rooms offer guests an ideal blend of British heritage and contemporary sophistication. Another distinctive afternoon tea is found here. Many visit for the art-themed pastries and sweet treats inspired by the work of sculptor Anthony Gormley and created by Executive Pastry Chef, Mark Perkins. Families are made especially welcome with interconnecting rooms (the second room is complementary), activities, games and cosy dog beds for the furry family members. Take part in the Rosewood Room Hunt and hunt for clues in an immersive scavenger adventure on specified dates. There’s also a Sense Spa for wellness and beauty, incorporating the Face Place and Matthew Curtis Hair Salon.

England, Greater London, London

Raffles London at The OWO

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 120 Rooms & Suites offering Unique Historical & Contemporary Design
Amenities Nine Restaurants & three Bars including Mauro Colagreco's Signature Restaurant, Saison, the Guards Bar & the Hidden Spy Bar
More Located in the Historic Old War office Building in Whitehall, LondonLocated in the Historic Old War office Building in Whitehall, London

Raffles London at The OWO, the first Raffles hotel in London, has officially opened its doors at the iconic Whitehall address. This magnificent new destination features 120 rooms and suites, a luxurious Guerlain Spa, and an array of restaurants and bars curated by acclaimed chef Mauro Colagreco. The OWO, a building with a storied history, has been meticulously restored and transformed into a haven of timeless luxury. Guests can explore its grand spaces, including Heritage Suites once occupied by influential leaders, and enjoy three unique dining experiences by Chef Colagreco. The hotel also offers two atmospheric bars, extensive spa facilities, and grand event spaces, making it the ultimate venue for memorable celebrations. Raffles London at The OWO represents a new era for Whitehall, now a vibrant hub for fine dining, entertainment, and opulent living.

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Raffles London at The OWO

England, Greater London, London, Kensington

The Milestone Hotel and Residences

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 62 individually Designed Rooms & Suites Plus Six Long-stay Apartments
More Located opposite Kensington Palace & Gardens in the Heart of London

Stay in an elegant heritage hotel opposite Hyde Park and Kensington Palace. The Milestone offers 43 deluxe rooms, 13 individually designed suites and six two and three-bedroom residences, your home-from-home in the city. Go to Cheneston’s restaurant for fine English cuisine by Executive Chef Daniel Putz, the Stable’s Bar for hand-made cocktails and the Park Lounge, for a refined daily British afternoon tea service. Additionally, The Milestone has its own chapel, The Oratory, catering for small private events. Below ground, you’ll find a fitness centre, treatment rooms and a resistance pool.

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The Milestone Hotel and Residences

England, Greater London, London

The Landmark London

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 300 Rooms & 51 Suites Offer Classic Elegance & Modern Comfort.
Amenities Dining Includes A Grand Atrium Restaurant & Traditional Pub-Style Eatery, With Spa Facilities Featuring An Indoor Pool & Fully Equipped Gym.
More Located In Marylebone, The Hotel Provides Easy Access To Baker Street & Regent's Park.

The Landmark London in Marylebone is a magnificent five-star Grande Dame hotel and has, since its debut over 125 years ago, remained an icon of quintessential and elegant London charm. The space offers guests an oasis of luxury and serenity in the heart of the capital. One of the oldest railway hotels in London, The Landmark London was born in the romantic era of train travel, combining the opulence, grandeur and timeless service and design of those times with contemporary flair and five-star amenities. This is best represented in its iconic and soaring eight-storey-high glass atrium that has been at the centre of the hotel since its opening. Centrally located in Marylebone, there are a plethora of shops, restaurants and London landmarks to explore, and the helpful concierge is always happy to guide guests and make recommendations. There really is no need to leave the hotel with the fantastic amenities on offer, the hotel is home to a sensuous spa featuring a health club, four treatment rooms and a sublime 15-metre chlorine-free indoor swimming pool, one of the only five-star hotels in the capital to have one.

England, Greater London, London, Kensington

At Sloane

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 30 Individually Designed Rooms & Suites Including a Two-Bedroom Apartment with Separate Living Area
Amenities Features Include a Rooftop Restaurant Serving French-Inspired Cuisine & a Speakeasy-Style Bar Offering Craft Cocktails
More Located in Chelsea Near Sloane Square with Easy Access to the King's Road

Housed in a 19th-century building on Holbein Place, this Victorian mansion now exudes French sensibilities along with an eternal British charm. Hotelier Costes and designer François-Joseph Graf have created a discreet home-from-home with just 30 period bedrooms and suites, ranging from a “Mini” to a two-bedroom apartment. Enter via the Neo-Greek lobby and descend to the lower-ground floor speakeasy bar. Or climb to the top, where you can dine in the candlelit restaurant, surrounded by stained-glass windows, a mosaic floor and an antique collection of Anglo-Chinese vases. Vintage albums and a signature scene throughout create an immersive feel at One Sloane.

England, Greater London, London, Covent Garden

NoMad London

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 91 Rooms Including 16 Suites with Bespoke Furnishings & Original Artwork
Amenities Nomad Restaurant, Side Hustle, the Library & Common Decency
More Located in Covent Garden Opposite the Royal Opera House

Bringing Big Apple attitude to Bow Street, this NoMad Hotel is housed in a grade II-listed that once served as a Magistrates’ Court and Police Station. Design studio Roman and Williams was enlisted to overhaul the 19th-century building in Covent Garden. And Ricari Studios and Katie England were brought on board as spa partners. Eat breakfast, lunch and dinner in a glass conservatory with a soaring triple-height ceiling. Drink in Side Hustle (once the Bow Street Police Station); The Library; and Common Decency cocktail bar. Book a Signature Suite for a clawfoot tub, entertaining spaces and views of the Royal Opera House.

England, Greater London, London, Mayfair

JW Marriott Grosvenor House London

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 496 Guest Rooms & Suites including Deluxe & Superior Rooms, Executive & Family Rooms, & Various Suites
Amenities JW Steakhouse, the Park Room for Afternoon Tea, Red Bar for Cocktails & the Bourbon Bar with Over 300 Rare Bourbons
More Located on Park Lane in Mayfair, offering easy Access to Hyde Park & London's Major attractions

The first JW Marriott branded hotel in the UK, this elegant townhouse overlooking Hyde Park, was once home to the Grosvenor family/Dukes of Westminster. While its heritage stems back to the Roaring Twenties, the interiors display a classic contemporary panache. Bedrooms boast king-sized beds, fully stocked minibars, marble bathrooms and Aromatherapy Associates toiletries. It has an American-style steakhouse on the ground floor and a fine dining restaurant by chef Richard Corrigan, as well as two additional eateries and bars. Do stop by The Great Room – now a meeting hall, it was once an ice rink, where none other than our monarch, Queen Elizabeth, learned to skate.

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JW Marriott Grosvenor House London

England, Greater London, London, Knightsbridge

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 181 Rooms & Suites Each Beautifully Appointed with Art Deco-inspired Features & Views Over Knightsbridge or Hyde Park
Amenities Two-Michelin-Starred Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, the Aubrey Japanese Izakaya, the Rosebery Lounge for Afternoon Tea & the Contemporary Mandarin Bar
More Situated Between Knightsbridge & Hyde Park, offering a Prime London Location

Originally built in 1889 as an exclusive gentleman’s club, the building was opened as a grand hotel in 1902 and extensively refurbished in 2000. The Mandarin Group has hotel across the globe and their London residence is situated in fashionable Knightsbridge, overlooking Hyde Park. The hotel has 141 rooms, 40 suites and 3 restaurants and over the years has played host to a number of events involving royalty and celebrity guests. Many stay here to enjoy the oasis of calm at the spa. Chinese medicine treatments, Bastien Gonzalez manis and pedis, the Rasul Water Temple and anti-ageing Nescens facials are all popular items from the wellness menu, while the 17-metre stainless steel pool provides a truly urban luxury style dip. Heston Blumenthal’s restaurant is also a big draw and meals can be taken in the dining room, at the chef’s table or in a private room.

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Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London

England, Greater London, London, Mayfair

45 Park Lane

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 45 Spacious Accommodations including 35 Rooms & 11 Suites with Hyde Park Views
Amenities Cut at 45 Park Lane, Sushi Kanesaka & Bar 45
More Located on Mayfair's Prestigious Park Lane opposite Hyde Park

A member of the Dorchester Collection, 45 Park Lane has somewhat of a more boutique feel than some of its neighbours. It may have just 45 rooms but doesn’t skimp on size or style; the stunning penthouse suite, accessed by private lift, presents breathtaking panoramic views from its wrap-around balcony, whilst all other rooms and suites are as equally as glamorous with their own unique features. The recently launched Spa offers guests a haven of tranquility where they can indulge in some quiet time by the pool, sauna or steam room or enjoy a well-deserved spa treatment. The building is art deco in design, a theme that continues on within the interiors of the hotel.  Dinner here is an event. Think juicy Wagyu steaks savoured while surrounded by Damien Hirst artworks; this is Wolfgang Puck’s esteemed CUT restaurant – his first venture in Europe. 





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