Best Luxury Hotels in United Kingdom

Discovering the best luxury hotels in the UK is a journey into refined elegance, modern comforts, and impeccable service. From grand countryside estates to chic city retreats, these hotels offer more than just a place to stay. Whether you’re looking for a romantic escape, a family-friendly retreat, or an exclusive adults-only haven, the UK is home to a diverse selection of luxury accommodations. With lavish spas, fine dining, and personalised service, these properties set the standard for excellence, ensuring every moment of your stay is extraordinary. Explore our curated list of the finest luxury hotels in the UK and find the perfect setting for your next unforgettable getaway.

Europe, United Kingdom

Roomzzz Aparthotel Manchester City

Apartments
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 59 Beautifully Designed Serviced Apartments including Studios & Suites with Fully-fitted Kitchenettes & Luxury Beds
Amenities Complimentary Grab & Go Breakfast Each Morning & Pet-Friendly Accommodation
More Located in Manchester's City Centre Adjacent to Chinatown & Close to Major attractions

Just a few minutes walk from Piccadilly Gardens, Roomzzz Aparthotel offers multiple levels of suites to suit every type of stay and budget. There’s the compact and quirky Smart Studio, the Grande and Grande Plus Studios (the latter includes a z-bed for families), the more spacious Family Grande with LED mood lighting, the luxurious Liberty Suite, a party-ready Loft Suite with a mezzanine level, and the two-bedroom/two-storey Penthouse Suite with a jacuzzi bath and a separate living room. White Company toiletries and a daily grab-and-go breakfast are included, there’s a shop on site and guests have access to a laundry room.

BOOK YOUR STAY
Roomzzz Aparthotel Manchester City

Europe, United Kingdom

Kimpton Clocktower Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 270 Individually Designed Rooms Including 11 Suites with High Ceilings & Large Windows
Amenities Main Restaurant Serving Global Cuisine, a Bar, Winter Garden Atrium, 24/7 Fitness Centre with Peloton Bikes, In-Room Yoga Mats, Technogym Bench Concierge Service, Pet-Friendly Amenities
More Located on Oxford Street In a Grade II* Listed Building close to the Palace Theatre & Manchester's Cultural Attractions

Located in the heart of Manchester, metres away from the Palace Theatre and some of the city’s best restaurants, the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel is the perfect place from which to explore Manchester. Occupying a Victorian Era clocktower the Kimpton seamlessly blends modern comforts with elegant grandeur. The rooms have a rustic charm which harks back to Manchester’s heritage and are equipped with all the modern luxuries one could hope for. The Kimpton’s Refuge restaurant is frequented by locals and visitors alike due to its exquisite food and lively atmosphere. The centrepiece of the Kimpton is its winter garden which sits under a beautiful glass dome. The trees and comfortable seating which populate this hall create a calm and welcoming atmosphere where guests can relax and enjoy some of Kimpton’s tasty cocktails.

BOOK YOUR STAY
Kimpton Clocktower Hotel

England, Greater London, London

Sofitel London St James Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 183 Rooms & Suites including Classic Rooms & Various Suites
Amenities Michelin-Starred Wild Honey St James, the Rose Lounge for Afternoon Tea & St James Bar for Cocktails
More Located in the Heart of London's West End near Major attractions

This Grade II-listed property (formerly a bank) places you within walking distance of major sights, such as Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and Theatreland. Grand inside and out, high ceilings, polished marble floors and period features are complemented by dramatic flower arrangements, antiques and Persian rugs. Enter your room and you’ll notice a step-change; these evoke a more midcentury feel as designed by Pierre Yves-Rochon, plus there’s funky artwork, Nespresso machines and Diptyque amenities. Pay a visit to the Sofitel’s Michelin-star restaurant Wild Honey St James by Chef Anthony Demetre, the Rose Lounge for afternoon tea, a vintage style bar and the spa.

BOOK YOUR STAY
Sofitel London St James Hotel

England, Greater London, London, Kensington

The Egerton House Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 28 individually Designed Rooms & Suites including the Signature V&a Suite with Private Garden Terrace
Amenities the Dining Room for Breakfast & Afternoon Tea & the Bar Renowned for Its Martinis
More Located in the Heart of Knightsbridge within walking distance of Harrods & the Victoria & Albert Museum

Two red brick Victorian townhouses combine as one, to form The Egerton House Hotel in Knightsbridge. 28 plush bedrooms come with Savoir beds, bespoke handpicked furnishings, Floris toiletries, 200 thread-count Belgian linens, Belu mineral water, fresh fruit and flowers. Of these, the four-poster suites add espresso coffee machines and views over Egerton Gardens. Forbes Five Star rated since 2012, the hotel presents an award-winning afternoon tea and a famous signature martini. You’ll find original artworks by the likes of Toulouse-Lautrec and Erte, and cartoons by Charles M. Schulz, JAK and Sem.

BOOK YOUR STAY
The Egerton House Hotel

England, Greater London, London

The BoTree

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 199 Rooms including 30 Suites with Elegant Marble & Oak Furnishings & Eco-friendly Amenities
Amenities Lavo Italian Restaurant offering Coastal Cuisine & the Botree Bar with High-energy atmosphere & Dj Performances
More Located at the intersection of Marylebone Mayfair & Soho near London's West End & Oxford Street

The Dutch design firm Concrete has been tasked with creating an eclectic aesthetic that blends retro with modern, while showcasing using natural textiles, at The BoTree. Found where Mayfair meets Marylebone, it has two destination restaurants — one on the rooftop — a live music club, a cinema room and a fitness centre. Each bedroom boasts a reception area, with sliding panels leading to sleeping and lounge spaces; upgrade to a suite for a lounge, a balcony and your own bar and with an integrated cocktail station. The BoTree’s service ethos is described as intuitive and personalised.

England, Greater London, London

The Mandrake

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 33 Luxurious Bedrooms including three Opulent Suites & An Award-winning Penthouse
Amenities Yopo Restaurant for South American-inspired Cuisine, Waeska Bar for Ethnobotanical Cocktails, & Jurema Terrace Bar
More Located in London's Fitzrovia, offering easy Access to Soho, the West End, & Oxford Street

An immersive experience as much as a hotel, The Mandrake is a theatrical yet fashionable boutique property in Fitzrovia. Its 34 cocoon-like bedrooms include a penthouse. Ostrich feathers, curtained beds, heavy jewel-coloured fabrics, clawfoot tubs, esoteric paintings and candlelight create an opulent backdrop for your stay. The Mandrake’s unique design approach is thanks to the Beirut-born owner Rami Fustok, himself an art collector and draws more than its fair share of A-listers. Spiritual healing wellness events take place in the basement, there are two bars; Waeska and Jurema serving ethnobotanical cocktails and YOPO, the South American restaurant led by Executive Chef George Scott-Toft.

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

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

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.

BOOK YOUR STAY
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

ME London

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 14 Room Categories including Suites with City Views & Modern Amenities
Amenities Radio Rooftop Bar with Panoramic Views & Stk Steakhouse for a Vibrant Experience
More Located on the Strand in London's Bohemian & Cosmopolitan District

Need some ME time? Mosey on down to The Strand, where you can check into this slick 173-bedroom hotel, designed by Foster + Partners. It was erected on the site formerly home to the Gaiety Theatre and beside the former BBC (Marconi) headquarters. On its 10th floor, the Radio Rooftop bar and restaurant offers far-reaching views of the city’s skyline from Tower Bridge to the Houses of Parliament. STK is the hotel’s refined steakhouse, serving cuts of USDA prime beef, while Luciano is the Italian all day dining destination restaurant headed up by TV chef Gino D’Acampo. And the Marconi Lounge (named after its neighbour) offers a relaxed and chic place to unwind.

England, Greater London, London, Westminster

Corinthia London

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 283 Rooms including 51 Suites & 7 Penthouses
Amenities Kerridge's Bar & Grill by Michelin-Starred Chef Tom Kerridge, the Northall for Modern European Cuisine, Crystal Moon Lounge for Afternoon Tea, the Garden for Alfresco Dining & Velvet by Salvatore Calabrese for Cocktails
More Located in Central London near Trafalgar Square & the Thames Embankment

You’ll find the Corinthia London where Northumberland Avenue meets Whitehall Place. Positioned on a landmark triangular site, it’s between Trafalgar Square and the Thames Embankment. The building once served as British Government offices and as the Hotel Metropole in the 19th century. Nowadays it’s home to the award-winning ESPA Life at Corinthia, a new 1920’s inspired theatrical cocktail bar named Velvet, The Northall restaurant with its designer dining room, Michelin-starred celebrity chef Tom Kerridge’s Bar & Grill and a glittering lounge, where 1,001 Baccarat crystals provide chandelier lighting for your afternoon tea. Corinthia London accommodates 283 bedrooms including 51 suites and seven penthouses.





Sign up for our newsletter for inspiration, exclusive previews & luxury tips