The Lanesborough

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“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.”

Hotel review

The Oetker Collection is renowned for its handful of stunning hotels in prime locations across the globe, and The Lanesborough is its UK outpost. In an unbeatable Hyde Park Corner location, overlooking the park itself, The Lanesborough embodies discreet, sophisticated luxury yet without any of the stuffiness that can come with a high-end five star hotel. Here the staff are as friendly as they come, eager to please (whatever the request), and full of local knowledge should you need it.

Walk in to the lobby here and you feel like you’ve entered a bygone era, exactly as Viscount Lanesborough might have imagined back in 1719 when it was built as his country mansion overlooking Hyde Park, with its opulent interiors featuring plenty of gilding, antique furniture and a fabulous collection of 18th century artworks. The classic elegance continues in the individually designed rooms and suites with their sumptuous fabrics, period furnishings, chandeliers and marble bathrooms — the best offer large windows and expansive views over Hyde Park or Wellington Arch. High ceilings provide grandeur, and attention to detail can be seen everywhere from the beautifully arranged flowers, Dyson hair dryers and hidden TVs (discreetly secreted away behind paintings) to the personal butler service.

Head downstairs to the Withdrawing Room for a relaxing read, or pop in to the atmospheric panelled Library Bar for a cosy drink or two. For dinner (and breakfast), The Lanesborough Grill is a revelation. Its modern British cuisine is overseen by Shay Cooper (who has earned Michelin stars in previous establishments), and is superb; classic dishes executed to perfection with a twenty first century twist.  It certainly lives up to the grandeur of the stunning room, with its glass ceiling and a fantastic collection of modern artworks that complement the rich Regency-style décor.

The final feather in The Lanesborough’s cap has to be its spa. This vast subterranean area has been lauded by critics and offers some of the most comprehensive spa facilities you’ll find anywhere. There’s a hydrotherapy pool (splash hours are available if you want to take the kids!), saunas, steam rooms, treatment rooms and gym (fitness classes are complimentary for all guests). It’s the prefect spot for some post retail therapy or sightseeing relaxation.

In a crowded market, such as London’s five star hotel scene, you have to do something to stand out from the rest, and The Lanesborough does it quietly but very successfully with its glorious interiors, top-notch service and excellent facilities. Quite simply it is a fabulous property that I would be happy to return to again and again and again!

Sarah Empson

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • With its fabulous Hyde Park Corner location you'll be close to everything: sightseeing hot spots, designer shops and nightlife

  • Families

    • Children are welcomed here! Pet the cat, enjoy complimentary treats with the Little VIP wallet and have fun in the pool

  • Romantic Break

    • The gorgeous opulent rooms and suites, accompanied by fine dining and exceptional service, ensure a romantic stay

  • Pet friendly

    • Small and medium sized dogs are welcome. Ask the concierge and he can sort out dog-walking services if required

  • Sights nearby

    • The best of London is on the doorstep from Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park to Picadilly and Covent Garden

  • Hotel Entertainment

    • The hotel hosts jazz nights and laid back piano sessions in the Library Bar and the Lanesborough Grill

  • Child friendly

    • As well as flexible accommodation options there are plenty of child friendly amenities on site

  • Designer Shopping

    • The Lanesborough is a short stroll from the designer shops of Knightsbridge and Sloane Street

  • Artworks

    • The hotel has a seriously impressive collection of museum worthy period oil paintings

  • Historic

    • The building dates back to 1719 when it was Viscount Lanesborough's mansion

  • Restaurant

    • The Lanesborough Grill serves fabulous Modern British Cuisine

  • Views

    • Some of the rooms have lovely views over Hyde Park

  • Family Suites

  • Conference facilities

  • Full of character

  • Opulent

  • Short break

  • Museums

  • Downtown

  • Romantic

  • Close to nightlife

  • Air conditioning

  • Traditional

  • Disabled access

  • 5* Luxury

  • Antiques

  • Gym

Facilities

  • Rooms

    93 rooms in this hotel

  • Spa

    The vast subterranean spa is a triumph. Expect a state-of-the-art gym, hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room & treatments galore

  • Pet friendly

    Small and medium sized dogs are welcome. Ask the concierge and he can sort out dog-walking services if required

  • 24 Hour room service

    Every guest is allocated a butler who can help with unpacking, laundry, wake-up calls and much more!

  • Child friendly

    As well as flexible accommodation options there are plenty of child friendly amenities on site

  • Bar

    The Library Bar has a clubby feel with wood panelled walls and rich opulent fabrics

  • Restaurant

    The Lanesborough Grill serves fabulous Modern British Cuisine

  • Suites

    More than half the accommodation here is suites

  • Swimming Pool

    Indoor hydrotherapy pool in the spa

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Bath robes

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Fireplace

  • Family Suites

  • Concierge

  • Meeting Room

  • Private dining room

  • Lift

  • Conference facilities

  • Wifi

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Air conditioning

  • Disabled access

  • Room service

  • Sitting Room

  • Gym

Activities

  • Sights nearby

    • The best of London is on the doorstep from Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park to Picadilly and Covent Garden

  • Hotel Entertainment

    • The hotel hosts jazz nights and laid back piano sessions in the Library Bar and the Lanesborough Grill

  • Designer Shopping

    • The Lanesborough is a short stroll from the designer shops of Knightsbridge and Sloane Street

  • Museums

  • Close to nightlife

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