Best Luxury Hotels in England

Located between Blackfriars Bridge and the Southbank Centre on one of the most creative stretches of London’s River Thames, The Bankside Hotel, Autograph Collection isn’t a hotel where art is a finishing touch; it’s the whole DNA. Spread across six floors are 161 rooms and seven suites, a residential format lobby lounge, a mezzanine library and gallery, complete with a private outdoor terrace. At street level, Art Yard Bar & Kitchen serves up seasonal plates and signature cocktails. The adjoining Art Yard Maker’s Studio hosts a rotating programme of artists in residence, and a well-equipped gym sits below ground.

St Martins Lane Hotel is located in the heart of London. The original design was made in 1999 by Starck, an award-winning architect. The building was reconstructed in 2014. It still has its original allure, just with modern technology and facilities. The place has a simple decor with calm colours. Around the recessed bedheads, there is a lighting system that allows you to pick a green, blue, pink or yellow light. With this system, you can match the lighting with your mood, and it only takes a simple flick of a switch.

Base yourself here and you’ll be perfectly situated for both the shops and world-leading theatres of England’s capital. Located in Marble Arch, the bustle of Oxford Street is a stroll away, but in this salubrious Mayfair neighbourhood, guests are cocooned in elegance. Some of the executive rooms and suites at this 5-star establishment offer views over Hyde Park, balconies and sofa beds, with all bathrooms crafted from Italian marble. Suites come complete with lounge access offering complimentary food and drinks throughout the day and evening in the Lanes of London restaurant. A fitness centre features an indoor pool, steam room and gym with optional massage and spa treatments available too. And the hotel’s restaurant, Lanes of London is a chic venue for classic British-inspired dishes, botanical afternoon teas and craft cocktails. 

The art’otel London Hoxton, designed by celebrated urban artist DFace is located in the vibrant Shoreditch area near Old Street Underground station, this lifestyle hotel merges art, design, and hospitality, enhancing the dynamic Hoxton and Shoreditch neighbourhoods. The hotel boasts 357 art-inspired rooms, including 48 luxury suites and a spectacular 196m² DFace Masterpiece Suite. On-site amenities include The Brush Grand Cafe – ideal for casual breakfasts, buzzing brunches, catch-ups over lunch and long, lazy dinners, the Lounge for a casual coffee (or cocktail!) and, a destination restaurant on the 25th floor with panoramic city views. Additional features include an indoor pool, a luxury spa, and versatile event spaces such as a 60-seat auditorium. The hotel also hosts cultural events and has an immersive art gallery, emphasising its commitment to blending artistic expression with upscale accommodation.

Located in Hook close to the town of Basingstoke, Tylney Hall is a Grade II listed building in sweeping landscaped grounds with carefully tended gardens and an 18-hole golf course. There’s a welcoming classic country feel to the place, with florals, artwork and lavish marble bathrooms. It houses 113 rooms, health suite, indoor and outdoor pools, a wood-panelled Oak Room Restaurant and a fancy lounge for sumptuous afternoon teas.

Owned by the Champneys group, Eastwell Manor’s guests enjoy the privilege of access to a divine on-site spa with a 20-metre heated pool and signature treatments. The vibe is quintessentially English and upmarket – tennis, petanque and croquet are all available within its grounds. Guided walks are provided, making the most of its surrounding nature trails, while memorable meals are served in its Manor Restaurant and Brasserie. Tuck into scones and petit fours, and sip Earl Grey from a china cup in the room where Queen Victoria once took afternoon tea. Guests are accommodated either in the main house or a separate mews building.

This charming Victorian country house is set right on the eastern bank of Lake Windermere and provides guests with stunning views of the lake and fells. Taking afternoon tea on the terrace is a quintessential English experience that should not be missed, while this establishment also comes complete with tennis courts and a private hot tub that can be booked free of charge. In addition to the main rooms and annex rooms, guests have the chance to book one of three cosy cottages, which have been decorated in a light contemporary style and boast amenities such as a large patio, hot tub and small kitchen.

Set in a former commercial building, this luxurious hotel features a dark red brick façade that is especially striking. Two wings have been added to the original building that perfectly mimic the original style while also incorporating modern touches. There are several different styles of guestrooms to choose from and even the most basic feel especially decadent. The bathrooms are particularly impressive as they come with huge showers and roll-top baths, while enchanting river views are just waiting to be enjoyed in the guestrooms that are set in the original wing of the building. Lovers of French cuisine will want to make sure that they indulge in a meal at the onsite bistro, where there is an extensive menu of classic dishes that are served with plenty of flare and paired with French wine to help set the tone for a very decadent evening.

An Edwardian mansion is the centre-piece of this sprawling resort, surrounded by farmland and woods. 141 large bedrooms are decorated in a traditional baronial style. Public areas feature real fires, dark oak panelling and rich velvet upholstery. By contrast, the restaurant is bright and airy, with two additional bars serving child-friendly hearty classics. Guests can play golf on its two championship courses, take part in country pursuits, get pampered in the spa and try a range of malts in the hall’s Whisky Snug. Well suited to families, dogs are also welcome in some of the rooms. And there’s plenty more to see and do in the local area – Hadrian’s Wall and Derwent Water are just two of the attractions close by.

This stunning 17th-century property in Amersham is part of the Relais and Chateaux portfolio, promising high-quality gastronomy. Hartwell House was once the court of Louis XVIII in exile and while the exteriors are from Jacobean times, inside you’ll find elegant Georgian and rococo interiors. Baroque furnishings, antiques and high ceilings are found in the public rooms, whereas the bedrooms (which include everything from singles to multi-room suites) have a cosy traditional country style. Guests can savour Chef Daniel Richardson’s fine English cuisine in the elegant dining room.

Part of the Luxury Collection group, The Park Tower is a five-star establishment in the heart of Knightsbridge and Belgravia. It first opened to guests in 1973, a noticeable new landmark on the west London skyline, with its unusual circular architecture. All 271 rooms and suites come with a view thanks to its unique shape, as well as 200-thread count cotton sheets, robes, slippers and deep soaking tubs. In-room spa services are available, as well as The Park Tower Butler, for your every need. The Hyde Bar is the hotel’s main dining establishment, with afternoon teas served in The Knightsbridge Lounge.

Return to the splendour of the Georgian era at Batty Langley’s. 29 suites are inspired by 18th/19th-century life and notable characters of the ages. There are two lounges for guests’ use, one with an honesty bar (the epitome of fancy boutique London hospitality) providing a recipe book for cocktail making. Breakfast can be served in these, or in your room. This establishment is certainly a place to lounge in your room till late and order room service at any time of the day or night; Batty’s has a theatrical decadence about it, that’s made for minimooners.