Best Luxury Hotels in England

Take some time out to explore the beautiful holiday escapes that England has to offer. Scandi-style converted manor houses, Roman spas, extensive gardens and fine dining restaurants are just some of the characteristics our top-pick hotels boast. Ideal for a short ‘get-away’ from it all break and equally suited as a base for a longer UK staycation holiday. Read on and find the perfect place for your next luxury holiday in England.

England, Oxfordshire, Oxford

Vanbrugh House Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 22 individually Designed Rooms & Suites with Modern Amenities
Amenities Breakfast Hampers Delivered to Rooms & Proximity to Oxford's Dining Scene
More Located in the Heart of Historic Oxford near University Colleges

This 18th century, twenty-two-room boutique hotel, is centrally placed to reach many of Oxford’s attractions within a few minutes walk. Recently renovated, modern quirky accessories complement a makeover of soft décor and dark wood. Rooms include Wi-Fi, and there is a bar, restaurant and room service available.

England, Greater London, London, Kings Cross

Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 88 Rooms Offering Historic Charm & Modern Amenities
Amenities Rails Restaurant & Little Bar, Gnh Bar & Terrace, & Little Bar & Lounge
More Located in the Heart of King's Cross With Easy Access to London's Attractions

Another historical landmark hotel, the Great Northern sits adjacent to Kings Cross station and juxtaposed against the Renaissance Hotel. This Grande II listed building opened in 1854 during the golden age of steam. The property has been skillfully renovated and is one of London’s finest boutique luxury hotels. Rooms feature beautifully handcrafted furniture and original decor set against Farrow & Ball shades with beautiful Lefroy-Brooks bathroom and free wifi, ideal for anyone arriving and departing from Kings Cross Station.

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Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London

England, Greater London, London, Kings Cross

Pullman London St Pancras

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 312 Modern Rooms & Suites including Classic & Deluxe Options
Amenities Ga Kingsx Bar & Kitchen, 24/7 Fit Lounge, Sauna & 17 Versatile Meeting Rooms
More Located in King's Cross, a 5 min Walk from St Pancras International Station

The Pullman London St Pancras is located a few minutes walk along Euston Road from St Pancras station. Pullman is a brand synonymous with a contemporary approach to luxury and the 312 room, 16 story property has recently had a £16m refurbishment, giving it a cool and fresh design. If you are staying at the Pullman try to get a room on one of the higher floors which have incredible views down today’s Bloomsbury.

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Pullman London St Pancras

England, Greater London, London, Shoreditch

art’otel London Hoxton, Powered by Radisson Hotels

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 357 Art-inspired Guest Rooms including 48 Luxury Suites
Amenities Boasts the Brush Grand Cafe& Lounge, a 25th-floor Restaurant with Panoramic Views, a Luxury Spa with Four Treatment Rooms, a 26th-floor Gym with City Skyline Views, an indoor Heated Pool, Sauna & Steam Room, & Is Pet-Friendly
More Located in the Heart of Hoxton & Shoreditch, Surrounded by Galleries, Live Music Venues, Bars & Restaurants

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.

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art’otel London Hoxton, Powered by Radisson Hotels

England, Greater London, London, Shoreditch

Hart Shoreditch Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 126 Rooms & Suites including Queen Guest Rooms & King one-bedroom Suites
Amenities Uba Restaurant, Lobby Bar, Fitness Centre, Pet-Friendly Services
More Located in the Heart of Shoreditch, London, Combining industrial History with Contemporary Design

The Curio Collection hotel is named after the owner of a carpenter’s cottage, the former occupant of this plot of land. But times have changed and in its humble place are fashionable bedrooms complete with roll-top baths, Marshall speakers, granite sinks and espresso makers. Digital nomads will love the work-friendly lobby, with ample USB outlets. Guests will be treated to tantalising tastes at the hotel’s restaurant, Mostrador, from world-renowned Argentinian chef and restaurateur Fernando Trocca. Kids can order from their own menu here, followed by some adventuring around the capital with the hotel’s City of London family trail map.

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Hart Shoreditch Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton

England, Greater London, London, Shoreditch

The Hoxton Shoreditch

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 210 Rooms Categorized As Shoebox Cosy & Roomy with Parquet Floors & industrial-inspired Finishes
Amenities Hoxton Grill Serving American-style Cuisine & a Rooftop Peruvian Restaurant offering City Views & Cocktails
More Located in the Heart of East London near Old Street Station Surrounded by Street Art, Restaurants & Boutiques

This was the first ever Hoxton hotel to be launched, landing in Shoreditch in 2006, at a point when the district was beginning to emerge as one of the hippest haunts in the capital. Beyond the brick and glass exterior is the kind of decor that typifies modern East London; a blend of urban, industrial and retro chic. There are 210 bedrooms with design features like parquet floors, accent headboards, distressed-effect rugs, leather Chesterfield wingback armchairs and backlit mirrors. Guests can hang out in the rooftop restaurant and bar, on a lounging sofa by the fire in the lobby, or at the Hoxton Grill.

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The Hoxton Shoreditch

England, Greater London, London, Shoreditch

Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 164 Thoughtfully Designed Guestrooms & Suites
Amenities Nobu Restaurant Shoreditch & Nobu Shoreditch Bar & Terrace
More Situated in the Heart of East London's Creative Neighbourhood

A striking, almost Brutalist exterior welcomes those arriving at the Japanese hotel group’s East London home. The Asian influence is strong in the minimal and at times futuristic, Tokyo-like decor, that’s mixed with contemporary European style. Below ground is the restaurant, club, access to a garden, sushi and whisky bars, where the DJs play cool beats – this is certainly a place to be seen. And while rocking a grown-up feel, Nobu is welcoming to kids, providing them with a gift pack on arrival. Guests can also spend time in the hotel’s Pilates studio, relaxing in the treatment rooms and breaking a sweat in the Technogym.

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Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch

England, Greater London, London, Shoreditch

Boundary Shoreditch

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 17 Rooms
Amenities Rooftop Bar, Brasserie Serving Breakfast, Brunch & Sunday Roasts, Private Event Spaces, Wellness Services, Rooftop Terrace With Panoramic Views
More Located In Shoreditch, Known For Its Trendy Atmosphere & Cultural Hotspots

The antidote to London’s largeness, the bijou Boundary has but 17 rooms, ensuring a boutique ambience in the surroundings of a former Victorian warehouse. Each has been individually designed in the spirit of Shoreditch’s commitment to creativity, boasting funky, edgy and arty decor that’s entirely unique and very imaginative. And you’d expect nothing less when you discover that this hotel is owned by Sir Terence Conran, himself a design legend. At the top is its Rooftop Bar & Grill, within a glass extension that enables far-reaching views as you dine, whatever the weather.

England, Greater London, London, Knightsbridge

The Berkeley

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 190 Rooms & Suites Each Meticulously Designed with Bespoke Furnishings & Modern Amenities
Amenities the Michelin-Starred Marcus, the Fashionable Prt--portea Afternoon Tea & the Vibrant Blue Bar
More Situated in the Heart of Knightsbridge, offering Proximity to Hyde Park, Harrods & Harvey Nichols

The Berkley Hotel, located in Wilton Place, is a five-star hotel that boasts stylish interior designs that are guaranteed to impress any patrons that walk through the doors. Those who visit the hotel can enjoy a drink in the elegant Blue Bar, pamper themselves in the luxurious spa, swim in the spacious indoor pool or enjoy a bite to eat at one of the hotel’s two restaurants. The Collins Room, designed by Robert Angell, offers one of the best fine dining experiences in London while the Marcus restaurant provides Michelin-starred cuisine that will suit even the most sophisticated palate. The hotel’s spacious, elegantly designed and well-furnished bedrooms are divided into Deluxe and Superior categories.

England, Greater London, London, Knightsbridge

The Franklin London – Starhotels Collezione

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 35 Spacious Rooms & Suites including a 62 M Presidential Suite
Amenities Featuring the Franklin Restaurant by Michelin-Starred Chef Alfredo Russo & an Elegant 1920s Style Bar, Along with a Hammam & 24-hour Fitness Centre
More Located in the Heart of Knightsbridge, London, near Harrods & the Victoria & Albert Museum

The Franklin, situated in the Egerton Gardens, was established in 1992 when four elegant townhouses were combined to create a luxury hotel. This five-star hotel contains 35 rooms and suites, a fashionable bar that serves the finest wines and spirits as well as an excellent restaurant with Michelin-star status. Those who wish to visit the Franklin on a business trip will be pleased to know that the hotel contains it’s own meeting room, ideal for conferences and other events, that will enable business people to do conduct their affairs among stylish and comfortable surroundings.

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The Franklin London – Starhotels Collezione

England, Greater London, London, Knightsbridge

Bulgari Hotel London

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 85 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Two Restaurants, Spa With 11 Treatment Rooms & A 25m Pool, Fully Equipped Gym, Pet-Friendly, Butler Service For Suites.
More Located in the heart of Knightsbridge

The five-star Bulgari Hotel, built by the Sir Robert McAlpine construction company between 2010 and 2012, had the distinction of being London’s most expensive hotel when it was first opened and remains one of the most prestigious places to stay in the capital. The hotel contains 85 rooms and suites as well as a ballroom, cigar shop, cinema, fitness centre and gymnasium while the Rivea restaurant offers some of the best French and Italian cuisine to the hotel’s patrons. The bedrooms are separated into Superior, Deluxe and Executive rooms while the apartments are divided into Junior, Studio, Deluxe, Knightsbridge and Bulgari suites.

England, Cumbria, Grasmere

Forest Side Hotel

Hotel
At a glance
Rooms 20 Luxurious Rooms Categorized into Cosy Superb & Master Each Designed by James Mackie with High-quality Furnishings
Amenities Features a Michelin-Starred Restaurant Led by Head Chef Paul Leonard Serving Modern Cuisine with Fresh Seasonal ingredients Sourced Locally & offers Dog-friendly Rooms
More Situated in the Heart of the Lake District Surrounded by the Scenic Countryside of Grasmere offering a Tranquil Retreat for Guests

Food lovers will really be in their element at The Forest, as this Victoria mansion comes complete with its own Michelin-starred restaurant. The interiors are cool and elegant with plenty of colourful and contemporary touches. There are twenty spacious guestrooms to choose from, each of which boasts a spacious bathroom and pretty garden views. Head chef Kevin Tickle has created an extensive and imaginative menu for guests to work their way through that highlights the abundance of fresh produce that can be found in this part of the world. Some of the taste sensations that are just waiting to be enjoyed here include venison pastrami with ewe’s milk cheese, lemon sole with leeks in horseradish and mugwort ice cream.

 





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