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.

England, Greater London, London, Mayfair

The Connaught

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 121 Rooms & Suites Featuring Bespoke Furnishings & Marble Bathrooms
Amenities Two Michelin-Starred French Restaurant, Bistro-Style Eatery, Multiple Bars, Aman Spa with Indoor Pool & Fitness Centre, Pet-Friendly Accommodations, Butler Service & Babysitting Services
More Located in London's Mayfair District

In recreating the rooms at the Connaught, Guy Oliver and Guy Collins have fused modern styling with retro touches which help keep the overall impression in harmony with this hotel’s architectural roots. Every room is generously apportioned, particularly the suites; the Sutherland Suite has its own Baby Grand Piano. Restaurant Helen Darroze at the Connaught offers a package that won her two Michelin stars. Relax in the restaurant’s magnificent interior, designed by India Mahdavi. Alternatively, dine at Jean-George’s where British classics blend with Southeast Asian flavours. The hotel also has a spa that offers a range of treatments and alternative therapies.

England, Greater London, London, Mayfair

Fleming’s Mayfair

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 129 Guest Rooms & Suites including Ten Fully Serviced Apartments with one to three Bedrooms
Amenities Features one-Michelin-Starred ormer Mayfair Restaurant, Manetta's Bar, the Drawing Room for Afternoon Tea, a Complimentary Fitness Centre, & Is Pet Friendly
More Located in the Heart of Mayfair near Buckingham Palace, Luxury Shops, & Royal ParksLocated in the Heart of Mayfair near Buckingham Palace, Luxury Shops, & Royal Parks

Fleming’s is situated on Half Moon Street. Here, modern luxury blends with a historical legacy that offers a range of accommodation packages to the modern traveller. From deluxe singles to double suites, there is something for everyone. Each room is colour-coordinated and incorporates key features of a previous artistic style. The hotel has a gym which boasts the latest cardiovascular and weight-resistance equipment. Dine at Ormer Mayfair, take afternoon tea in the Drawing Room or have cocktails in the Manetta’s Bar. It is all there to enjoy.

England, Greater London, London, Kensington

The Pelham London – Starhotels Collezione

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 52 individually Designed Rooms & Suites including Superior, Deluxe, Executive Rooms, Junior & King Suites, & the Mews
Amenities La Trattoria by Michelin-Starred Chef Alfredo Russo, a Smart Bar for Drinks, a Fully Equipped Fitness Centre, & Pet-Friendly Accommodations
More Located in South Kensington, within walking distance of Renowned Museums & attractions

Like The Gore, this hotel is part of the Starhotels Collezione group, an identity reflected in the otherwise quintessentially British hotel’s Italian basement restaurant. The Pelham’s vintage interiors have been refreshed by designer Kit Kemp, yet retain the original features, stuccoed ceilings and oil painted artworks that nod to its past. Housed in a Victorian townhouse across from the tube station, it’s super convenient for exploring the city. Children love the brand’s VIK (Very Important Kid) programme, with games, activities, menus and amenities. Pets are allowed to stay with you here, too. 

 

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The Pelham London – Starhotels Collezione

England, Greater London, London, Kensington

The Gore London – Starhotels Collezione

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 50 individually Furnished Rooms & Suites Each Uniquely Decorated with Antiques & Period Photos
Amenities 190 Queen's Gate for Classic British Cuisine & Bar 190 Known for Its Extensive Spirit Collection
More Located in Kensington near the Royal Albert Hall & Hyde Park

Established by celebrity designer Anouska Hempel, Blakes was the capital’s first five-star boutique residence. Its exclusivity and privacy make it popular with celebrities evading the limelight (Princess Margaret, Sarah Ferguson, Gwyneth Paltrow, Lindsay Lohan and Kate Moss are all said to have stayed here). The decor is inspired by exotic lands – each bedroom reflecting a different pocket of the globe. Its urban garden was created by Matthew Williamson, is open for daytime meals, early evening drinks and boasts a glass birdcage like dining pod. While by night, dining takes place in the venue’s organic Mediterranean eatery. Guests at Blakes Hotel have access to the South Kensington Club, with its traditional Russian bathhouse, or can request in-room spa treatments. 

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The Gore London – Starhotels Collezione

England, Greater London, London, Kensington

The Ampersand Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 111 Uniquely Designed Rooms & Suites inspired by Themes Such As Astronomy & Music
Amenities Apero for Modern Mediterranean Cuisine & the Drawing Rooms for Themed Afternoon Teas
More Located in South Kensington, within walking distance of Major attractions like the Natural History Museum & Hyde Park

Privately owned, this hotel themes its rooms on high-brow local attractions: the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, the Victoria & Albert and the Royal Albert Hall. So does its quirky and interactive Science Afternoon Tea, an award-winning experience – including jams served in petri dishes, chocolate spacemen and dinosaur biscuits – served in the Drawing Room. It’s understandably popular with children, but there’s also a grown-up version, featuring a cocktail flight. Venture beneath the building’s Victorian arches for a more substantial meal, in the Mediterranean eatery Apero. The 111 bedroom South Kensington hotel welcomes small pets in deluxe category rooms and above and won’t charge for their stay. Cots and extra beds can be added on request, for travelling families. 

England, Greater London, London, Kensington

The Kensington Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 146 Rooms & Suites including Signature Suites like the Brompton, the Knightsbridge & the Kensington
Amenities Town House Restaurant for Modern British Cuisine & the K Bar for Cocktails
More Located in South Kensington near Major attractions like the Natural History Museum & Harrods

Kids and pets are welcome at this 150 room townhouse hotel. Enter from the bustling Old Brompton Road, into a haven of calm. In-suite Aromatherapy Associates toiletries, Nespresso machines and a minibar help guests to unwind in their own private space. Or there’s the softly lit classic club-style K-Bar, where you can relax with a cocktail on one of its divinely cosy sofas (look out for the bar’s brass doors, which used to belong to Dublin’s General Post Office, the backdrop for the Easter Rising in 1916). Be sure to make a booking at its restaurant, Town House, too. The Kensington is super stylish, sporting statement lighting and plenty of sumptuously tactile textiles. 

England, Greater London, London, Notting Hill

Ruby Zoe

Hotel

Ruby Zoe is located in Notting Hill Gate, the hotel features 173 rooms spread across six floors in a new building. Inspired by Notting Hill’s history and Caribbean heritage, the hotel’s design reflects the vibrant culture of the neighbourhood, incorporating elements from the 1970s, Portobello Road’s colours, and the Caribbean islands. The ground floor offers an open and expansive space with glass fronts, housing a bar, a retail area with a vinyl store curated by resident artists, and a public area for guests and locals to relax or work. The hotel follows Ruby’s Lean Luxury philosophy, providing top design and high-end amenities at an affordable price. The rooms feature open washstands, glass rain showers, fresh white decor, and cherry wood wall panelling. Artwork above the beds depicts colourful houses in Notting Hill. In fall 2023, a glass mosaic artwork by Zak Ové, celebrating the area’s heritage and carnival traditions, will be installed on the hotel’s facade. The hotel’s prime location allows easy access to Kensington Palace, Hyde Park, Portobello Market, and Notting Hill Gate Underground Station.

England, Greater London, London, Notting Hill

The Laslett

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 51 Guest Rooms & Suites Are Available, Each Featuring Curated Artwork & a 'big Bar' with Local Treats
Amenities Henderson Bar & Kitchen, Recharge Spa, Fitness centre & Pet-Friendly Accommodations
More Located in the Heart of Notting Hill, Just Steps from Notting Hill Gate Underground Station

The Laslett occupies a total of five Grade II listed Victorian Townhouses in the ever-trendy borough of Notting Hill and is named after the founder of its famed carnival. Bedrooms – of which there are 51 – range from singles to suites offering up to two bedrooms and a living space. The Recharge Rooms offers cutting-edge spa treatments and wellness/fitness classes. And there’s a library, The Henderson Bar and a lounge – guests can order food to consume in any of these, or the bedrooms – as well as a boutique selling arty pieces worthy of its location.

England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 150 Chic, Well-designed Rooms, Many Overlooking the Tranquil Courtyard
Amenities The astronomer & Dutch, Along with a 24-hour Fitness centre & Co-working Space
More Located in the Sustainable Eddington District, Two Miles from Cambridge City Centre

The Hyatt Centric is a relaxed and welcoming upscale hotel which is the perfect place for all types of travellers. Perched just 2 miles away from the city centre the Hyatt Centric is the perfect place for travellers wishing to explore both the town and the surrounding countryside. The art deco-inspired rooms are inviting and luxurious with some rooms enjoying charming courtyard views. The hotel’s The Astronomer Bar and Brasserie offers excellent breakfast, lunch and dinner options whilst the Dutch bar provides guests with a place to unwind over a drink and some delicious nibbles. The hotel also has its own artisan coffee shop called Brew, which serves speciality coffees and delectable pastries. Finally, the hotel is home to Douce which is an innovative take on a hair salon as it not only offers haircuts but also offers artisan coffees and craft beers, it is truly a place for any occasion.

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Hyatt Centric Cambridge

England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge

Hotel Du Vin Cambridge

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 41 Uniquely Designed Rooms & Suites including Classic Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Junior Suites, Suites, Cinema Suite & Signature Suite
Amenities Bistro Du Vin Serving Modern European Cuisine & Cellar Bar offering Fine Wines & Cocktails
More Located in the Heart of Historic Cambridge within walking distance of Cultural & Academic Landmarks

Situated in the heart of Cambridge, a stone’s throw away from the Fitzwilliam Museum, the Hotel Du Vin Cambridge is a great place to stay if you want to explore the delights of Cambridge. Its 41 exquisite and decadent rooms are welcoming and cosy with every care being taken to preserve the buildings history whilst fitting it with every modern amenity one could want. The centrepiece of the hotel is the Bistro du Vin whose inviting interior pays homage to natural light and strikes the perfect tone between informality and elegance. The bistro offers both French and British classics which are simple yet delicious with chefs using only the best seasonal produce. The hotel’s vast wine cellar and expert sommelier also make dining at the Hotel du Vin an experience to remember.

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Hotel Du Vin Cambridge

England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge

The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 131 Guestrooms
Amenities Indoor Swimming Pool, Fitness Centre, Sauna, Steam Room, Bar & Kitchen

The Fellows House Cambridge is a modern and stylish experience offering guests the ultimate contemporary luxury experience. Its rooms are all modern studio and one-bedroom apartments which have fully equipped kitchens making The Fellows House the perfect destination for professionals. Though for guests not wanting to cook the hotel has the excellent The Folio kitchen which serves British classics which are locally sourced and healthy. The Folio Bar offers guests a place to relax and rewind over exquisite cocktails which take inspiration from the Fellows of the University. The Hotel also boasts a tranquil garden for guests to relax in with an indoor meeting area called the Observatory at one end. For guests wishing to stay active throughout their visit, the hotel has a gym, and indoor swimming pool and even offers guests the opportunity to rent bikes on which they can explore the majesty of Cambridge.

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The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

Scotland, Lanarkshire, Glasgow, City Centre

Apex City of Glasgow Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 104 Rooms & Suites including a Duplex Suite with City Views & Family Rooms
Amenities the Lounge offers Dining & Drinks; Family-friendly Policies with Free Stays for Children Under 17
More Located in Glasgow's City Centre near Theatres, Shops & Major Railway Stations

This modern boutique hotel, wedged between traditional tenement buildings in Glasgow’s city centre, is a welcome retreat in the busy city. Only steps away from some of the best shopping, theatre, art galleries and museums in Scotland, it’s the perfect place to sojourn. With 104 rooms, there is something for all budgets and needs. From standard twin and double rooms to superior twin and double rooms through to family rooms. But it’s the duplex suites that flex the Apex’s luxury muscles. Each of their five duplex suites are split over two floors, with open mezzanine levels overlooking some of the best views of the city. Take some time to gaze at the beautiful skyline.

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Apex City of Glasgow Hotel




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