The Most Beautiful Hotels in London

With London’s abundant, diverse and high-quality hotel scene, choosing where to stay can be a challenge. Here is a curated selection of standout hotels in London where, if not staying overnight at the most luxurious addresses, you can at least stop by for a drink and soak up the atmosphere.

The first UK property from the Hong Kong–based group, opened in September 2023, enjoys a prime location overlooking Hyde Park Corner and Wellington Arch. Although brand new, this prestigious 5-star hotel blends seamlessly with the surrounding listed buildings. Tradition prevails : guests are welcomed by staff wearing the signature Peninsula white uniforms. The vast lobby, opening on one side to Hyde Park Corner and on the other to an inner courtyard, is the go-to spot for breakfast and afternoon tea, enjoyed to the sound of live piano music. Across its 190 rooms and suites – most featuring floor-to-ceiling windows – Peter Marino’s décor exudes classic elegance. A thoughtful touch: bathrooms with spa-function bathtubs.

When it comes to dining, excellence is the standard across six restaurants and bars. The Canton Blue, with its spectacular décor, is a must : intimate alcoves framed by partitions made of colorful Chinese plates and cups. A change of scene awaits at Brooklands : perched on the rooftop and reached via a hot-air-balloon-inspired lift, it’s a destination in itself. Suspended across the ceiling, an aluminium Concorde model hovers above the tables. The seasonal menu by French Michelin-starred chef Claude Bosi showcases the best of British produce. Don’t miss a drink at the bar, with its walls lined with display cases filled with miniature cars and planes, plus a terrace overlooking Hyde Park Corner. The spa features an extensive treatment menu, a fitness room and a 25-metre swimming pool.

Highlight : the extraordinary décor of the two signature restaurants and their contrasting culinary worlds, from refined Cantonese cuisine to Claude Bosi’s British creations.

From €1,014 per night. 1 Grosvenor Place, London.

This 4-star London hotel has the added bonus of introducing guests to a lesser-known neighborhood : Paddington. Yes, it’s not just the name of the beloved bear, it’s also an elegant yet lively district north of Hyde Park, known for its Victorian townhouses and eclectic boutiques. The Bellevue is the first international property from the French group Lignée Hôtels & Domaine, which includes Domaine de la Soucherie in Anjou, Maison Favart and Narcisse Blanc in Paris, and Yndō in Bordeaux. Across the common areas and 60 rooms, designer Fabrizio Casiraghi plays with contrasts, blending 19th-century charm with contemporary flair, enhanced by exotic touches such as the striking tapestry by Emily Bode crowning the walls of the Pondicherry bar. Upon arrival, guests are charmed by the orange-and-black reception lounge, where shelves display vintage-style jars filled with… sweets. Rooms feature warm palettes: terracotta curtains and natural-toned walls. Sizes range from cleverly designed 10 m² “cabin” rooms – with elevated beds allowing luggage storage underneath – to the 35 m² Grand Norfolk Suite, complete with king-size bed, sofa bed, period moldings and large windows overlooking the garden. There’s no restaurant, but the cocktail list at the bar is excellent, and the breakfast room is cosy with velvet banquettes.

Highlights : the colorful tiled bathrooms – green, orange or blue depending on the room – Floris toiletries (the Holy Grail of British perfumers), and a 24-hour fitness room.

From €135 per night. 25–27 Norfolk Square, London.

After ascending the majestic marble staircase – flanked by listed marble walls – you enter this London institution, a venue for countless social events : Queen Elizabeth II is said to have learned to dance in its Ballroom. Overlooking Hyde Park, the Mandarin continually reinvents itself. Designer Joyce Wang drew inspiration from the colors of Hyde Park and the golden age of 20th-century travel for the redesign of its 181 rooms and suites. Subtle details echo the park next door, including soft green corridors.

Gastronomy is a highlight. Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, awarded two Michelin stars, is among the world’s most renowned restaurants, don’t miss the reinvented Sunday roast. Japanese cuisine lovers will adore The Aubrey, where dinner or Sunday brunch unfolds amid more than 250 Japanese artworks. The spa features 13 treatment rooms and a Bastien Gonzalez studio, famed for expert foot care. A spacious pool and fully equipped cardio room complete the wellness offering, with treatments by Biologique Recherche and OSKIA : ideal for a restorative weekend.

Highlight : afternoon tea at The Rosebery Lounge, possibly the best in London, and uniquely unlimited. Indulge in multiple rounds of cucumber, egg, salmon and coronation chicken finger sandwiches, as well as scones and delicate pastries. A children’s menu includes an unforgettable hot chocolate.

From €836 per night. 66 Knightsbridge, London.

Ideally located between Hyde Park Corner and Marble Arch, this 5-star hotel was the first urban European property of the Singapore-based COMO group. Opened in 1997 and renovated in 2020, it retains the contemporary design spirit that made it one of London’s pioneering modern hotels. Guests are welcomed by a charming doorman expertly handling the traditional revolving door. The minimalist lobby exudes a zen-like calm, enhanced by the warmth of the reception team. It’s a pleasant spot to relax with a drink or light lunch by the large bay window. The 144 rooms and suites (29 m² to 110 m²) share a palette of natural colors and textures: light and dark woods, sycamore maple and American walnut. From our sixth-floor room, the sweeping park views through the vast window were unforgettable. A smart touch : intuitive tablets that control temperature, lighting and curtains with ease. Dining is a highlight with Nobu, the renowned Japanese-Peruvian restaurant, and Labombe byTrivet, opened in October 2025 by the team behind the two-Michelin-starred Trivet in Mayfair, offering refined, daring cuisine and an impressive wine list.

Highlight : the COMO Shambhala spa, with six treatment rooms, holistic therapies, body massages, yoga classes, steam room and gym. Facial treatments feature Dr. Hauschka and Guinot.

From €600 per night. 19 Old Park Lane, London.

In the ultra-trendy Covent Garden district, the Experimental Group opened Henrietta in 2017, combining two typically English buildings dating from 1874 and 1887. Designed by Dorothée Meilichzon, this 4-star boutique hotel blends 21st-century design with a 1970s aesthetic across its common areas and 18 individually styled rooms. Expect statement headboards with round mirrors, colorful walls, marble skirting topped with bold bands of color, velvet armchairs and brass lamps, creating an ultra-cosy feel. The playful pink bathrooms delightfully defy minimalist codes. The entrance reveals a cosy lounge with velvet banquettes and terracotta floor tiles. Following its success, 22 additional rooms opened in September 2021 in a house just opposite. The ground-floor restaurant, Henri, offers a joyful ambiance with contemporary décor : long banquettes, wood paneling, pale blues contrasting with deep greens, rich burgundy tones and marble accents. British chef Jackson Boxer crafts a culinary journey celebrating iconic Parisian bistros while honoring seasonal British cuisine.

Highlight : beneath Covent Garden Market, the group’s bar Stereo is the place to arrive for an aperitif, stay for dinner and dance until dawn. A must-see.

From €310 per night. 14–15 Henrietta Street, London.

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