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London is the centre of the universe, the capital of the world and the buzziest place on the planet. It is stuffed with some of the best places to stay, and has something for most budgets. Everyone should visit London at least once.
Those of us who love it but don’t live there keep returning again and again and again. It feels as if the whole world is represented and that there are people under every roof and through every door and in every street doing anything you can imagine, and lots of things you can’t.
It is enormously cosmopolitan with a recent survey showing that in all but three boroughs, more than 100 different languages are spoken. Like many major cities, there is an energy in London which is as palpable as it is infectious.
The architecture is a thrillingly eclectic mix of eras and styles and history is everywhere. Sometimes that history is being made right before your eyes. Whatever your enthusiasms or age you will find weeks worth of things to interest you, many of them free.
There are thousands of places to stay from youth hostels to the very grandest hotels. However you like to eat there will be something to suit you at almost every hour of the day or night.
Visitors are spoilt for choice with places to stay, just as they are with restaurants, cafes, shops, theatres, cinemas, sports and music venues. There is a more comprehensive list of the best places to stay in London further down this page, but here are a few of our favourites in different price ranges.
Best Places to Stay in London to Blow the Budget!
- The Mandarin Oriental Situated right on Hyde Park this hugely grand hotel has opulent traditional bedrooms, a butler on every floor, a good restaurant, excellent spa facilities and a lavishly stocked cocktail bar. Excellent location for serious shoppers.
- Claridges One of the best-known hotels in London, Claridges has benefitted from a glam makeover which has been sympathetically carried out in a style befitting a grande dame. Gordon Ramsay’s restaurant and the top floor spa are as popular as afternoon tea in the foyer.
Best Places to Stay in London for Under £300 per night
- Hazlitts Brimful of character, Hazlitts has been converted from three Georgian townhouses in the heart of Soho. Close to nightlife, top restaurants and most of the major sights, it's the ideal base for a city break with real style.
- No 11 Cadogan Gardens A hidden gem in a fabulous spot, just behind Sloane Square. The interiors are tasteful, if eclectic - Murano chandeliers, wood panelling and thick sumptuous fabrics. Small intimate public spaces - a library and drawing room - give the place a clubby feel, but not in a stuffy way. Perfect for a spot of retail therapy at the big names down the road!
- London Bridge Hotel A good hotel for business clients and also for the ordinary tourist. The London Bridge is perfect for those wanting to explore the trendy South Bank and much more besides. A stylish and welcoming place to rest your head with great food and gym facilities.
- The Rockwell Great value townhouse hotel, perfect for eploring the Museums in South Ken. Stylish bedrooms with oak fittings, plasma TVs etc. Great courtyard space for enjoying the warmer weather. The downside is its location on the busy Cromwell Road, but that's probably why it's such good value.
Best Places to Stay in London for Under £100 per night
- Church Street Hotel This friendly boutique hotel is in Camberwell in South London but feels like it is in South America. Brightly painted bedrooms, iron beadsteads, handmade washbasins – the vibe is summer all year round. Great value for money.
- B+B Belgravia For cheap accommodation in a top notch address, look no further. This stylish property is a stone's throw from Sloane Street and Sloane Square and is perfect for anyone on a budget wanting to explore central London. The studio apartments are a great option for families. Word of advice, if you want to stay here, book well in advance!
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The best hotels in London
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Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
London (South West)
Legendary London luxury hotel with great views of Hyde Park, close to the best shopping, with topnotch restaurant, spa and bar.
200 rooms from $926Views - Great views from hotelSpaBar - Popular with locals.Restaurant - Recommended. -
No 5 Maddox Street
London (Mayfair)
Suites only, self catering hotel in Mayfair, with state of the art audio-visuals for demanding clients
12 rooms from $765Designer Shopping - A stone's throw from Bond Street -
Brown's Hotel
London (Mayfair)
Old world Mayfair institution transformed by Olga Polizzi into an elegant and polished five star hotel, with spa and top bar
117 rooms from $668Exclusive offer - Night in a suite for only £18.37!Designer Shopping - Minutes from Bond StreetLively - Hip and happening.5* Luxury - Very high service standards.Spa -
The Goring Hotel
London
Sumptuous, family-run country-house style hotel in the heart of London, close to Buckingham Palace. Plush carpets, antiques, designer fabrics and fine dining set the tone.
71 rooms from $660Sights nearby - Great for Buckingham Palace, Westminster and the London EyeRomantic - Good for couples. -
The Connaught Hotel
London (Mayfair)
Super discreet and understated ‘grande dame’, the epitome of old world Britishness. Impeccable service, numerous repeat guests, the ultimate in traditional comforts.
122 rooms from $6445* Luxury - Very high service standards.SpaRecommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Fodors, Frommers, Johansens, Kiwi Collection, Travel Intelligence, Michelin Travel -
Claridge's
London (Mayfair)
One of London's great hotels: an Art Deco masterpiece in the heart of prime Mayfair - seamless professional service, understated luxury, gourmet food, the perfect treat.
203 rooms from $546Designer Shopping5* Luxury - Very high service standards.Landmark - Comes with a reputation. -
One Aldwych
London (West End)
Well established design hotel close to theatreland with a large pool, a buzzy bar and restaurant, and good for kids.
105 rooms from $540Child friendly - DVD and games library plus wii console and gamesSwimming Pool - 18m indoor poolBar - Popular with locals.Lively - Hip and happening.Recommended by - Tablet, Frommers, Good Hotel Guide, Kiwi Collection, Travel Intelligence, Michelin Travel -
Sanderson
London (West End)
Ian Schrager's second design hotel in London, in a former textiles building in the rag trade area north of Oxford Street. Great spa and gym, and a fashionable bar.
150 rooms from $539Gym - One of the largest gyms in London, state of the artSpa - Two storey spaBar - Popular with locals.Lively - Hip and happening. -
The Berkeley
London (South West)
Fashionable Grand Dame with impeccable service opposite Hyde Park, offering large comfortable rooms, a rooftop pool and a great bar and spa.
214 rooms from $514Bar - The Blue Bar, a fashionable Art Deco institution popular with celebsRestaurant - two award winning restaurants and tradtional afternoon teaGourmetRomantic - Good for couples. -
The Dorchester
London (Mayfair)
Famous and flashy 5 star grand dame on Park Lane, much loved by the Bentley brigade and visitors from overseas.
250 rooms from $507Restaurant - Alain Ducasse's award winning restaurantSpa - Opulent and art deco inspired5* Luxury - Very high service standards.Landmark - Comes with a reputation. -
Covent Garden Hotel
London (West End)
Sexy, buzzy, Firmdale hotel in designer clothes, a good mix of traditional elegance and metro chic. Top position in Covent Garden for shows, shopping and nightlife.
58 rooms from $499Close to nightlifeLively area - In the thick of the action.Recommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Fodors, Frommers, Good Hotel Guide, Kiwi Collection, Travel Intelligence, Michelin Travel -
St Martins Lane
London (West End)
Buzzy, Starck designed Ian Schrager design classic, well positioned for Covent Garden boutiques and West End shows. Famous for its light effects, and popular with models.
204 rooms from $481Lively - Buzzy bar, restaurant and nighclubDesigner - Philippe Starck interiors -
The Levin Hotel
London (South West)
Cosy baby sister of the Capital, next to Harrods - intimate interiors, lovely bedrooms and an excellent basement bistro. Perfectly positioned for shopping. Charming.
12 rooms from $475Sights nearby - Walking distance to the V&A and Natural History Museum -
Soho Hotel
London (West End)
Another Firmdale classic in media land, highly fashionable, designer looks, with a cinema and eclectic styling. Buzzy bar and restaurant, perfectly positioned.
91 rooms from $475Close to nightlifeLively area - In the thick of the action.Lively - Hip and happening.Recommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, I Escape, Tablet, Frommers, Kiwi Collection, Travel Intelligence, Michelin Travel -
The Stafford London by Kempinski
London (Mayfair)
Kempinski luxury and Edwardian townhouse styling in a Mayfair cul-de-sac, with quiet rooms and seamless services. Well positioned for shopping, the Parks and landmark sights.
107 rooms from $467Four poster beds - For romantics.Sights nearby - Well located for major sights. -
41 Hotel
London
There's a clubby feel to this top floor 'eyrie' with views over Buckingham Palace, with striking room designs, dark wood, and bling. Good for families and close to major sightseeing.
22 rooms from $465Exclusive offer - Weekend specialSights nearby - Opposite Buckingham Palace, close to the MallKids Club - Fully staffed.Romantic - Good for couples.Four poster beds - For romantics. -
Milestone Hotel Kensington
West London
Cosy, traditional hotel across from Kensington Gardens, with vibrant colour schemes and four poster beds - a chintzy haven with views of Kensington Palace.
63 rooms from $45124 Hour room service - Round the clock butler service.Views - Great views of Kensington Palace and Gardens.Four poster beds - For romantics.Romantic - Good for couples. -
Baglioni Hotel
West London
European glitz behind an unassuming facade, predominently suites, well positioned across from Hyde Park
67 rooms from $449Views - Great view of Kensington Gardens and PalaceRomantic - Good for couples.SpaSights nearby - Well located for major sights. -
Blakes
London (South West)
The grandaddy of boutique hotels, theatrical creation of actress Anoushka Hempel, decadent and moody institution on the edge of Chelsea
41 rooms from $443Romantic - Good for couples.Landmark - Comes with a reputation.Quirky - An experience!Recommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Frommers, Kiwi Collection, Travel Intelligence, Michelin Travel -
St James's Hotel & Club
London (Mayfair)
Super luxurious and sexy West End hideaway, with a couple of magnificent rooftop suites and a high end restaurant.
60 rooms from $435Romantic - Good for couples.Sights nearby - Well located for major sights. -
Andaz Liverpool Street
London (The City)
Well designed and up to the minute business hotel in the heart of the City, a railway hotel conversion oozing style.
267 rooms from $435Business Hotel - A hotel to conduct business in real styleSpa -
Haymarket Hotel
London (West End)
Cool style hotel in a super central location, with effortless contemporary styling, a buzzy restaurant scene and a very cool indoor pool
50 rooms from $427Swimming Pool - Cool 18m pool in psychedelic colours with a poolside barDowntownCity StyleLively - Hip and happening. -
Halkin Hotel
London (South West)
An early design hotel, updated to 21st century chic, on the edge of Belgravia close to designer boutiques. Michelin starred Thai restaurant.
41 rooms from $419Restaurant - Michelin starred Thai diningRomantic - Good for couples.Sights nearby - Well located for major sights. -
The Ritz
London (Mayfair)
As with other Ritz's around the world, this one is an experience. The 'Harrods of hotels', it's glitz and glamour personified - a treat. Great location overlooking Green Park.
135 rooms from $411Designer ShoppingViews - Fine views over Green ParkSpaLandmark - Comes with a reputation. -
Belgraves
London (South West)
A sleek hotel with a darkish feel, intimate and quiet, but with a busy restaurant and great library bar
85 rooms from $411Views - Great views from hotelRecommended by - Tablet, Kiwi Collection -
The Fox Club
London (Mayfair)
Halfway between private club and hotel, in the heart of Mayfair, this 9 roomer works for solo travellers, business trips, or couples wanting alot of privacy. Cosy and laid back.
9 rooms from $403Sights nearby - Well located for major sights.Quirky - An experience!Recommended by - Travel Intelligence -
St Ermin's Hotel
London
Large, newly refurbished mini-grand hotel in a great location for sightseeing. Well adapted for families, spacious rooms for central London.
331 rooms from $403Sights nearby - Well located for major sights.Recommended by - Travel Intelligence -
The Zetter Townhouse
London
Intimate boutique townhouse offshoot of the modernist Zetter, with quirky and eclectic vintage decor and just 13 rooms.
13 rooms from $396Lively area - In the thick of the action.Romantic - Good for couples.Quirky - An experience!Four poster beds - For romantics. -
Shoreditch Rooms
London
Super cool East End private members club with (small) rooms for non-members, famed for its bar, happening scene and rooftop pool.
26 rooms from $395Lively - Part of the trendy Shoreditch House club in the East EndOutdoor pool - Cool rooftop poolBar - Popular with locals.Roof terrace -
Dean Street Townhouse
London (West End)
Private members club with rooms, designed with style and panache, though like sisters in Shoreditch and Chiswick the club's day clientele are the focus. Young and fashionable, excellent central position, good food and bar.
39 rooms from $387Lively area - In the thick of the action.Lively - Hip and happening. -
The Capital Hotel
London (South West)
Private, discreet but lavish, this intimate luxury hotel boasts Michelin dining and an unrivalled position for designer shopping.
49 rooms from $387Restaurant - London outpost of Michelin starred Nathan OutlawRomantic - Good for couples.Recommended by - Frommers, Good Hotel Guide, Small Luxury Hotels, Travel Intelligence, Michelin Travel -
Knightsbridge Hotel
London (South West)
Good value - for the prime area - the perfect shopaholics hotel, with eclectic contemporary design
44 rooms from $378Designer Shopping - Minutes from Harvey Nichols and Sloane Street. -
The Pelham Hotel
London (South West)
Central South Kensington townhouse hotel, cosy and discreet, well located for museums and shopping.
50 rooms from $370Sights nearby - Steps from the South Kensington museums -
Metropolitan London
London (Mayfair)
Perhaps the hippest hotel in London, just across from Hyde Park, with top restaurant, gym and spa and an A-list clientele
144 rooms from $369Restaurant - Nobu, one of London's most fashionable restaurants (Japanese)Spa - Como Hotels signature Shambhala spaLively - Favourite of A listersBar - Trendy Met Bar -
The Mandeville Hotel
London (Bayswater)
Chic, Marylebone interior-designed hotel, close to the shopping meccas and in a charming part of town, with a good cocktail bar.
142 rooms from $346Designer Shopping - Selfridges and Bond Street round the corner.Sights nearby - Well located for major sights. -
Hazlitt's
London (West End)
Character, charm and literary associations, Georgian style, this townhouse hotel is a gem in Soho, close to nightlife, top restaurants and easy to see the sights from. Real style.
27 rooms from $346Exclusive offerClose to nightlifeSights nearby - Well located for major sights.Four poster beds - For romantics.Lively area - In the thick of the action. -
myhotel Chelsea
London (South West)
Bright and fresh Feng Shui friendly 'concept' hotel between Chelsea and Fulham, with chic detailing and in a great area for boutique shopping and eating.
45 rooms from $337Lively area - In the thick of the action.Recommended by - Travel Intelligence -
The Hempel
West London
Anouska Hempel's zen-inspired white-on-white design hotel recently had a facelift, but remains a serene, quiet if stark outpost north of Hyde Park.
46 rooms from $327Designer - Uniquely designed interiors.Recommended by - Tablet, Travel Intelligence -
Charlotte Street Hotel
London (West End)
Fashionable media land hangout, with stylish contemporary interior design, a private cinema, buzzy public areas and a cosy sitting room
52 rooms from $322Lively - Hip and happening.Four poster beds - For romantics.Recommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Frommers, Kiwi Collection, Travel Intelligence, Michelin Travel -
The Portobello
West London
Legendary, laid-back shabby-chic bolthole for an eclectic clientele, with varied and funky room styles. In the heart of trendy Notting Hill, for boutiques and restaurants.
24 rooms from $314Lively area - In the thick of the action.Romantic - Good for couples.Four poster beds - For romantics.Quirky - An experience! -
The Gore
West London
Quirky, intimate and laid back townhouse hotel in Kensington, steps from Hyde Park, well positioned for the sights. Full of art, with a lively bistro. Enchanting.
50 rooms from $306Sights nearby - Great for the Royal Albert Hall and Hyde ParkQuirky - An experience!Full of characterRecommended by - Tablet, Travel Intelligence -
Number Sixteen
London (South West)
Quiet, homey but super-chic townhouse hotel in a great residential location in South Kensington - no restaurant but a charming courtyard garden.
41 rooms from $298Sights nearby - Well located for major sights. -
The Arch
London (Bayswater)
New contemporary townhouse close to Oxford Street, well positioned for business, shopping, and Hyde Park for joggers. Casual dining and lively bar, popular with locals.
82 rooms from $298Recommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Good Hotel Guide, Johansens, Kiwi Collection, Small Luxury Hotels -
The Kensington Hotel
London (South West)
Good value South Kensington hotel close to the museums, plushly styled with a good restaurant and small gym
150 rooms from $282Sights nearby - Well located for major sights. -
Boundary Rooms
London (Shoreditch)
Design flair from style guru and restaurateur Terence Conran in cool Shoreditch - great eaterie, individually designed rooms, very chic with a touch of retro.
17 rooms from $274Lively - Hip and happening.Views - Great views from hotelLively area - In the thick of the action. -
No 11 Cadogan Gardens
London (South West)
Located just behind Sloane Square a stone's throw from Knightsbridge, No 11 Cadogan Gardens is a hidden gem. Eclectic style with lavish decor including Murano chandeliers, sumptuous fabrics and gilt edged mirrors. Ideal if you're looking for a Central London location, yet away from the crowds.
54 rooms from $266Sights nearby - Walking distance to Buckingham Palace or Houses of ParliamentFour poster beds - For romantics.OpulentRecommended by - Tablet, Small Luxury Hotels -
The Petersham
London (Surrey)
Country house feel by the river in leafy Richmond village. Award-winning restaurant, traditional bedrooms, fine views and a sit out terrace. Good wedding and business venue.
58 rooms from $266Restaurant - Recommended.Sights nearby - Great for Richmond Park, Royal Botanic Gardens and Twickenham StadiumViews - Over the River ThamesLocal markets - Good for local colour. -
The Zetter Hotel
London (The City)
A hip hotel in happening Clerkenwell - contemporary styling, fun details like vending machines, and exceptional rates if you book well in advance.
59 rooms from $251Lively area - In the thick of the action.Views - Great views from hotel -
Town Hall
London (Bethnal Green)
Clever redesign of a stark Edwardian municipal building into a cool design hotel with a heart. Viajante restaurant is a foodie favourite.
98 rooms from $238Designer - Designed by top architects RareSwimming Pool - Calm rooftop poolSpa -
The Rookery
London (The City)
Jewel-like and intimate City bolthole in a very fashionable, buzzy area, full of character, roll top baths etc. Faithful restoration of three 18th century houses, with a rooftop suite.
33 rooms from $234Exclusive offerRomantic - Good for couples.Quirky - An experience!Four poster beds - For romantics.Lively area - In the thick of the action. -
High Road House
London
Soho House's Chiswick outpost, off-centre but in a pretty residential area. White and wood guest rooms, trendy non-resident guests and diners, buzzy bar and restaurant.
14 rooms from $225Lively - Hip and happening. -
London Bridge Hotel
London
A rare breed - a stylish business hotel which also caters for tourists, in an interesting area close to the river. Good rates at weekends. Has gym and convenient for joggers.
140 rooms from $201Exclusive offer - Weekend breaks £339 - 20% discountRecommended by - Frommers -
Baby Abode Sydney House Hotel
London (South West)
Popular South Kensington bolthole with a chic new makeover. Compact rooms for budget rates, ideally positioned for Chelsea shopping. No restaurant, but plenty nearby.
21 rooms from $201Sights nearby - Ideal for doing the South Ken museumsRecommended by - Travel Intelligence -
The Colonnade
London
Smart yet comfortable and discreet hotel in Little Venice, not central but with easy downtown access. Quiet residential district, by a canal, good for business and sporting events.
43 rooms from $193 -
New Linden Hotel
West London
Stripped down hotel - no restaurant or room service - in converted townhouses north of Hyde Park, offering great-value. Smart simple rooms, decent business facilities.
49 rooms from $192Walking distance restaurants - 5 mins walk from a good selection of restaurant, cafés and pubsRecommended by - Johansens -
Mayflower Hotel
London (South West)
Indian influences predominate in this cosy yet affordable hotel in West London, close to transport hubs. Smallish rooms but a great base at budget rates.
47 rooms from $185Exclusive offerCity - Great location just minutes from Earls Court Tube stationRecommended by - Johansens -
Twenty Nevern Square
London (South West)
Tranquil and chic, colonial-style townhouse hotel in West London - good value and near transport hubs, quick to get downtown. No restaurant.
20 rooms from $185Exclusive offer - Sunday SpecialSights nearby - Walking distance to Albert Hall, Kensington Palace Gardens and the South Ken museumsFour poster beds - For romantics. -
The Main House
London
Boutique B+B in a classic Notting Hill townhouse near Portobello Market, ideal for romantics and bargain hunters.
4 rooms from $177Romantic - Good for couples.Quirky - An experience! -
Base2Stay Hotel
London (South West)
Converted West London townhouses providing streamlined, designer accommodation for a budget rate. Good choice for longer stays, with kitchenettes, and close to transport hub.
67 rooms from $176Recommended by - Sawdays, Travel Intelligence -
The Rockwell Hotel
London (South West)
Beautifully designed townhouse hotel in a busy location, but good value because of that. A good base for central London, close to the museum district and Chelsea.
40 rooms from $161Exclusive offer - Book 3 Nights Save 20%Sights nearby - Well located for major sights. -
B+B Belgravia and Studios@82
London (South West)
Stylish stripped down b+b concept in a fantastic location. Compact rooms, self service facilities and no lift, but excellent value.
26 rooms from $159Walking distance restaurants - Great range of Gastro pubs, restaurants and cafés in the areaDesigner Shopping - Sloane Square and Sloane Street are a short walk awaySights nearby - Well located for major sights.Recommended by - Frommers, Travel Intelligence -
Hotel Xanadu
Ealing
A boutique hotel in West London offering comfortable modern, pared-back rooms with an exotic twist. Darkly sophisticated meeting room.
48 rooms from $156Exclusive offer - Midweek CocktailsSwimming Pool - Indoor/outdoor -
Church Street Hotel
London
Funky 'theme hotel' in off-beat south London, a one-off sanctuary and eclectic mix of Mexican style and sumptuous colours. Full of character and divine tapas.
27 rooms from $145Exclusive offer - London bargainRestaurant - Great tapasQuirky - An experience!Full of character -
Russells of Clapton
London
Tasteful townhouse B&B in East London. Contemporary design. Wooden floors, white washed walls, antique furniture.
6 rooms from $137 -
The Victoria Inn
London
Budget gastro pub with rooms in the town of Peckham, for a different kind of stay. Great pub grub and bright, stylish, simple rooms.
18 rooms from $121Restaurant - Gastro pub fayreLess £Sights nearby - Visit Dulwich Park or the free Horniman Museum and Gardens -
Hotel 55
London
One of a new breed of 'off centre' boutique-style hotels, with pleasing contemporary design, decent size rooms and great prices. Close to transport, 20 minutes from the centre.
26 rooms from $121 -
The Hoxton Hotel
London
Prices on Easyjet principles - the earlier you book the less you pay. A stylish City hotel with attitude. The locality is the new trendy area of London, home of artists and designers.
208 rooms from $79
