The Best Hotels in London
About London
London has it all, from royal palaces and world-class galleries to Michelin-starred restaurants and historic pubs. Spend the morning in a famous museum and the evening at a West End show. In between, explore characterful neighbourhoods, from Mayfair's elegant squares to Borough's food stalls and the South Bank's riverside walks. Every area has its own personality, so where you stay shapes your whole trip. That's why we've been selective: we've included only hotels that genuinely stand out, from grand five-star icons to characterful boutique hotels and stylish, great-value stays.
Top 10 London hotels
The ten we’d book first, and what makes each one worth it.
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From five-star grandeur to genuine value, and the rooftop bars in between.
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The 20 best affordable hotels in London
Discover the best affordable hotels in London, budget-friendly stays from design-led to classic, many in central London close to the city's top sights.
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The 20 best boutique hotels in London
Discover the best boutique hotels in London, from luxury townhouses to design-led favourites in Soho, Mayfair, Covent Garden and beyond.
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Discover London's most luxurious hotels, from century-old icons to landmark newcomers: the city's finest 5-star luxury hotels in Mayfair and beyond.
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The 20 best 5-star hotels in London
Discover the best 5-star hotels in London, from design-led favourites to classic townhouses in Soho, Mayfair, Covent Garden and beyond.
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The 15 best spa hotels in London
The best spa hotels in London, where five-star luxury meets exceptional wellness. Handpicked for their pools, thermal suites and treatments.
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The 17 best family-friendly hotels in London
Luxury and budget-friendly stays with suites, pools and parks nearby: the best family-friendly hotels in London, chosen by our editors.
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The 14 best trendy hotels in London
Rooftop bars, bold design and a lively social scene: the best trendy hotels in London, from Soho and Fitzrovia to Shoreditch and the South Bank.
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The 15 most romantic hotels in London
The most romantic hotels in London, from quiet townhouses to five-star icons. Chosen for couples, honeymoons and anniversaries.
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The 15 best hotels in London with a pool
Rooftop pools, sky-high swims, luxury spa pools and family-friendly options: the best hotels in London with a pool.
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The 13 best dog-friendly hotels in London
Plenty of hotels allow dogs. Far fewer really look after them. The best dog-friendly hotels in London, chosen for their warm welcome to pets.
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The 10 best hotels in London with parking
Leave the car with confidence: the best hotels in London with parking, from five-star landmarks to stylish stays on the South Bank.
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The 20 best hotels in Central London
From five-star icons to well-priced stays in Covent Garden: the best hotels in central London, the perfect base for exploring the city's top sights.
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The 15 best West End hotels in London
Walk to a show and back: the best West End hotels in London, from Soho and Covent Garden to Leicester Square, steps from Theatreland.
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The 8 best hotels in Mayfair, London
Grand icons, intimate townhouses and modern newcomers: the best hotels in Mayfair, London, close to Bond Street, Green Park and Hyde Park.
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The 4 best hotels in Soho, London
Design-led boutique hotels and smart, well-priced stays: the best hotels in Soho, London, minutes from Carnaby Street, Chinatown and the theatres.
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The 4 best hotels in Covent Garden, London
Boutique hotels on quiet streets and stylish, design-led stays: the best hotels in Covent Garden, London, close to the piazza, theatres and the river.
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The 5 best hotels in Knightsbridge, London
Grand five-star hotels and quiet townhouses: the best hotels in Knightsbridge, London, close to Harrods, Hyde Park and South Kensington's museums.
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The 3 best hotels in Kensington, London
Classic luxury and stylish townhouse stays: the best hotels in Kensington, London, close to Kensington Palace, the Royal Albert Hall and the museums.
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The 4 best hotels in Marylebone, London
Grand historic hotels and intimate townhouses: the best hotels in Marylebone, London, close to Regent's Park, Baker Street and Marylebone High Street.
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The 8 best hotels on London's South Bank
Riverside addresses, contemporary luxury and excellent-value stays: the best hotels on London's South Bank, near the London Eye and Tate Modern.
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The 4 best hotels in Shoreditch, London
Bold design, art and rooftop views: the best hotels in Shoreditch, London, close to Brick Lane, Columbia Road and Spitalfields Market.
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The 8 best hotels in the City of London
Contemporary luxury, boutique hotels and well-priced stays: the best hotels in the City of London, close to St Paul's and the Tower of London.
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The 5 best hotels in London's East End
Georgian character and bold modern design: the best hotels in London's East End, close to Brick Lane, Spitalfields Market and Shoreditch.
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The 10 best hotels near Hyde Park, London
Park views, grand icons and modern luxury: the best hotels near Hyde Park, London, on Park Lane, in Knightsbridge and at Lancaster Gate.
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