Staying in central London offers the perfect balance of convenience and luxury. With a range of hotels located close to major attractions, shopping districts and vibrant nightlife, you’re never far from the action.
From grand historic hotels to chic boutique stays, central London’s hotel scene caters to all tastes. Whether you’re looking for opulent Victorian charm, sleek modern design or a cosy townhouse experience, you’ll find a variety of options to suit your needs.
For a wider selection check out all our recommended hotels in London
London (Shoreditch)
Z Shoreditch is located in the heart of London, just a short walk from Old Street station. This modern property offers smart and unfussy accommodation at an attractive price. Lovely breakfasts served up (at additional cost). A fantastic base in the city.
London (Whitechapel)
Trendy apartment hotel walking distance from Shoreditch & The City. Designed to appeal to modern travellers, spacious self-catered suites are decorated in powder pink & grey tones; all are kitted out with modern luxuries. Vegan restaurant, bouji cafe & wellness facilities make this a desirable spot.
London (Lambeth)
Brand-new bedrooms set in a fashionable pub just 10 minutes from central London via tube. Excellent pub menu, recently opened accommodation and evening entertainment including stand-up comedy make this an enticing property for those seeking London chic without a huge price tag.
London (Whitechapel)
Combining a superb pub with sublime upstairs rooms, The Culpeper is a great option for those looking to stay in central London. Elegant, comfortable rooms, an excellent restaurant and one of London's finest roof terraces come together to create a standout guesthouse.
London (Notting Hill)
Located in the heart of Notting Hill, this charming pub with rooms offers comfortable, tastefully-decorated accommodation - think plush headboards, tweedy fabrics and traditional artwork. The friendly bar and restaurant serving classic fare make it the perfect place to relax after seeing the sights.
London (Bloomsbury)
Standing out from the crowd with its distinctive mural façade, the ethos of this family-run King’s Cross hotel is to offer a departure from typical corporate hospitality and welcome a more whimsical approach for guests. Ideally located for business people and those who like a properly urban base.
London
A boutique guesthouse in the centre of London offering peaceful home-from-home private studios and large communal spaces. Rooms are contemporary with oodles of character, such as exposed brick and quirky art. There's a garden, yoga pavilion and wellness classes. A blissful sanctuary in the capital.
London (Southwark)
A chic and central launch pad for exploring the city. Self catering modern rooms with an industrial luxe feel — think exposed brick and plush velvet. Travellers needs are covered by the top floor gym and 24/7 access to the dry store pantry. Perfect mix of sophistication and practicality.
London (Marylebone)
The Grazing Goat boasts an enviable location in the heart of Marylebone. Their rooms ooze charm with muted Farrow & Ball colour schemes, large beds and wooden furnishings. Upmarket British pub classics are served in the restaurant downstairs. A splendid spot for city explorers!
London (Marylebone)
Chic, Marylebone interior-designed hotel, close to the shopping meccas and in a charming part of town, with a good cocktail bar.
London (Paddington)
A classic, luxury conversion of three Grade II listed townhouses in the heart of London. Rooms and suites are very much in keeping with the Victorian building and feature period antique furniture and original oil paintings. There's fine dining in The Hyde and all the city highlights close by.
London (Belgravia)
Privately owned, small boutique hotel in a quiet part of Knightsbridge. Elegant and spacious rooms and suites are the height of luxury. Complimentary breakfasts and afternoon tea. Well located in an upmarket area of London. Ideal for a short break in the capital.
London (Mayfair)
Suites only, self catering hotel in Mayfair, with state of the art audio-visuals for demanding clients
London (Clerkenwell)
One of the most Instagram-able hotels in the city, a no-holds-barred inspirational ‘lifestyle’ hotel in east London. Rooms are funky and colourful, each individually designed with graffiti-style art. An ‘open-house’ hotel with co-working and events spaces, and a buzzing bar and restaurant.
London (Mayfair)
A stunning new lifestyle hotel in the heart of Mayfair. This townhouse conversion oozes with sultry sophistication and luxurious rooms range from the affordable to the utterly decadent. The Dandy Bar slings a top-notch cocktail and is the place to party till late. A chic stay in the centre of town.
London (Marylebone)
Chic hotel in the heart of Marylebone Village, ideally located for shopping, sightseeing and nightlife. Funky public spaces and contemporary classic style rooms and suites. Chill out in the 108 Brasserie and work it off in the hip Third Space health club. A cool option in the centre of town.
London (Mayfair)
Perhaps the hippest hotel in London, just across from Hyde Park, with top restaurant, gym and spa and an A-list clientele
London (Kensington )
European glitz behind an unassuming facade, predominantly suites, well positioned across from Hyde Park. Featuring an exemplary Italian restaurant and offering warm and efficient service.
London (Marylebone)
Luxurious hotel that was originally conceived as one of the great Victorian railway properties. It now boasts large opulent stylishly classic bedrooms and suites, plus a stunning eight storey atrium housing the Winter Garden restaurant.
London (Marylebone)
A stunning regency townhouse conversion on leafy Dorset Square. The thirty eight rooms are individually designed in typical quirky Firmdale fashion, with beautiful fabrics and a quintessential English country house feel throughout. Excellent restaurant and bar. A stylish and central treat!
London (Westminster)
A hidden gem tucked away in the heart of Westminster. Spacious rooms, suites and apartments are contemporary in style with smart neutral colour schemes allowing the black and gold accessories to stand out. Intimate public areas have a distinctly clubby feel. A luxury stay with service to match.
London (Westminster)
An iconic London site, turned 5 star hotel right in the very centre of town. Individually designed rooms and suites tick all the luxury boxes but the star of the show is the stunning art show-cased throughout (especially evident in the communal areas) and the outstanding Nordic restaurant.
London (Westminster)
Super luxurious Mayfair hideaway with a couple of magnificent rooftop suites and a Michelin-starred restaurant. Just a few minutes’ walk from Piccadilly and Jermyn Street where quintessentially British shops include Fortnum & Mason.
London (Mayfair)
Iconic hotel whose signature is traditional British luxury and service that’s out of this world. Ritzy-yet-comfortable rooms, Italian marble bathrooms and opulent central lounge that’s a riot of gilt, fabric, statues and chandeliers. The place to go to be treated like royalty.
London (Bloomsbury)
Fashionable media land hangout, with stylish contemporary interior design, a private cinema, buzzy public areas and a cosy sitting room
London (St James's)
A chic hotel in a perfectly central location, with effortless contemporary styling, a buzzy restaurant scene and a glitzy indoor pool.
London (Covent garden)
The perfect base for those wanting to be in the heart of Covent Garden and Theatreland. Classic on the outside, but wonderfully contemporary on the inside. Spacious rooms and suites, buzzy lobby bar, superb dining and a luxury spa for relaxing after a hard day's sightseeing!
London (Covent Garden)
Traditional elegance meets sexy chic, making a sexy and buzzy, designer hotel in prime Covent Garden location. Classic rooms are exquisitely decorated, with all luxuries considered and children more than catered for. Breakfast is a lavish affair, as is an evening cocktail in the drawing room.
London (Soho)
Fashionable, designer interiors make this chic Soho hotel, complete with a cinema and gym, a hot spot. Large stylish rooms exude comfort and class. And the popular buzzy bar and restaurant are not to be missed. Fantastic location makes this ideal for theatre goers, live music lovers and exploring.
London (St James's)
A perfectly-positioned luxury townhouse hotel near St James’s Palace with a rich history, contemporary art and comfortable rooms. Enjoy British classics at The Game Bird restaurant and cocktails at the American Bar.
London (Soho)
A seriously hip party pad in the heart of Soho, Chateau Denmark offers a range of rooms, suites & apartments which ooze sultry style alongside irreverent punk rock vibes! Deep, rich tones and fabrics throughout plus luxurious bathrooms. Thirteen Bar slings a mean cocktail and the sushi is top notch.
London (Southwark)
This contemporary, six-storey hotel is nestled on London's celebrated Southbank. Industrial-chic suites bring the city inside; think: exposed concrete ceilings juxtaposed with brass fittings and cosy throws. Hi-tech touches add an extra, luxury feel. Head to the art bar for cocktails; a smart hotel.
London (Soho)
A luxurious reinvention of a London institution. Spacious rooms and suites whose interiors perfectly blend the modern and contemporary with beautiful period features and bathrooms of sheer indulgence, carved from stunning Carrera marble. Good dining options and a seriously cool spa and pool.
London (Covent Garden)
A stunning boutique property right on Leicester Square. Beautifully styled rooms and suites offer a slice of understated elegance in neutral palettes, but with luxury at the forefront. Book one on a higher floor for great city views. Fabulous dining options and cool bars, plus a vast spa and more!
London (Mayfair)
Art deco style luxury hotel in a quiet side street a stone's throw from Bond Street and Selfridges. Rooms are spacious and bright with keen attention to detail continuing the art deco theme. Delicious food and A Lister spotting in the Colony Grill. Perfect for a luxe shopping break!
London (Marylebone)
A stunning lifestyle hotel in Marylebone. Minimalist rooms and suites channel oriental vibes and western comforts. Think plenty of wood and pale colours, indulgent bathrooms and large windows for city views. Dining is as spectacular as you’d expect and the cocktails should not be missed. Superb!
London (Soho)
A vibey and unashamedly fun central London gem. Stylish rooms are decorated in cool greys and the best have steam rooms and screening rooms. Glitz and glamour ooze from the 667 disco balls. A place to see and be seen, and most certainly to party!
London (Knightsbridge)
Stunning Grand Dame with impeccable service opposite Hyde Park, offering beautiful rooms and suites, some with terraces and many with great views, a rooftop pool, iconic bar, pampering spa and gourmet dining. The perfect luxury city break.
London (Covent Garden)
A stunning Grand Dame in the heart of London’s West End, that shows no signs of flagging. Beautiful traditional style, plus numerous original features, coupled with excellent dining including Gordon Ramsay at the Savoy Grill. Exceptional luxury and service that won’t disappoint.
London (Knightsbridge)
Legendary London luxury hotel which has been recently renovated. Great views of Hyde Park, close to the best shopping, with Michelin star restaurant, stunning spa and sophisticated bar.
London (Chelsea)
This 5-star hotel just off Chelsea's iconic Sloane Square showcases a wonderful blend of classic British style and French flair. Rooms are elegantly decorated, featuring panelled walls and stained glass windows. There's a French-meets-Asian restaurant, plus a plush speakeasy bar. A touch of class.
London (Holborn)
Stunning five star property in the heart of London. Exquisitely designed in a listed Edwardian building, you'll find an eclectic mix of contemporary and traditional which oozes style. Atmospheric cocktail bar, excellent dining and an indulgent spa ensure that this is a stay to remember.
London (Marylebone)
A hip new addition to London’s five star scene on trendy Marylebone Lane. Sleek interiors with bold floral walls, floor to ceiling windows and beautifully finished bedrooms and bathrooms. Italian dining at LAVO, and inventive cocktails in The BoTree Bar. A buzzing yet relaxed central stay.
London (Mayfair)
Olga Polizzi transformed an old-world Mayfair institution into an elegant and polished five-star hotel with a gym, spa and top bar. Rooms and suites deliver understated elegance at its finest, and the whole place oozes style and sophistication. Don't miss Afternoon Tea and Charlie's for dinner.
London (Hyde Park Corner)
A classic five star luxury hotel in a prime location. Individually designed rooms and suites feature traditional style with plenty of gilt framed mirrors, chandeliers, marble and antiques. Opulence and comfort reign here! Dine in the superb Lanesborough Grill and relax in the vast spa. Fabulous.
London (Mayfair)
A stalwart of the London five star hotel scene in a prime Mayfair location. Sleek rooms and suites are decorated in muted neutral shades which ooze luxury and class. The best have private terraces and park views. Michelin star dining and a spoiling spa seal the deal. Perfect for business or leisure.