London Calling! Oh and isn't it the most marvellous of towns. From the River Thames, to Westminster Abbey, you'll be hard pressed to find anything in London city not gleaning with old world charm. To visit the city is like a trip Charlie's chocolate factory, every walk in the lush green parks or quaint squares is like your own personal golden ticket. Whether it's trawling for treasure in the Portobello markets, or a high tea trip to Harrods there is always something new to explore. So if you're looking for your next escape mission overseas, we've compiled the 12 best luxury hotels that the city of London has to offer.
1. The Laslett, Notting Hill
Nestled on the picturesque streets of Notting Hill you'll find The Laslett, the latest boutique hotel from the Living Room collection. The hotel itself comprises five Victorian townhouses – and inside them, you'll find a cosy haven of mid-century design, British heritage, and local art. Much like the neighbourhood it resides in the hotel hums with creative energy—from the in-house gallery to the classic Penguin novels stacked in each room. The Laslett feels less like a hotel, and more like the home of a well-travelled friend.
2. The Hoxton, Southwark
Industrial cool meets modern comfort at The Hoxton’s Southwark outpost, just minutes from the Thames and the creative buzz of London's South Bank. The finishings span concrete ceilings, brass finishes, and art-filled walls, all wrapped in the brand’s signature laid-back-meets-polished vibe. With rooftop views, a buzzy lobby, and Borough Market a short stroll away, it’s the kind of place where you're just as likely to find locals as you are travellers.
3. Beaverbrook Townhouse, Chelsea
If you're dreaming of resting your weary hed in a room that looks pulled straight from the pages of a Wes Anderson film, look no further. Housed in two Georgian townhouses and situated on Chelsea's Sloane Street, this boutique hotel is equal parts whimsical and luxurious. Think: pastel-coloured silk wallpaper, velvet-adorned beds, and thoughtful historic touches in each of the 14 suites.
4. Charlotte Street Hotel Fitzrovia
With a divine mint exterior adorned with the Union Jack out front, The Charlotte Street hotel isn't just a figment of our imagination. Boasting a lot of warmth, charm and character, the hotel is an aesthetic dream and only a short distance to Soho, Marylebone and Mayfair.
5. Chelsea Townhouse
Tucked along a quiet garden square just off Sloane Street, The Chelsea Townhouse is an ode to classic London charm. Spread across three red-brick Victorian townhouses, the hotel balances heritage with a fresh, residential feel—plush velvet sofas, antique details, and leafy views included. It’s elegant, intimate, and deeply rooted in the quiet luxury of the neighbourhood it lives in.
6. The Twenty Two, Mayfair
The Twenty Two is Mayfair’s most opulent newcomer: a hotel, private members’ club, and late-night sanctuary. With just 31 rooms and suites, a glam restaurant, and a brand new wellness centre, The Twenty Two is the place to unwind in Mayfair.
7. At Sloane
With just 30 rooms behind its red-brick façade, At Sloane feels more private residence than hotel. Designed by Fran Hickman, interiors are crisp, tailored, and unmistakably British. The Dining Room is also something of an occasion all in itself, and a favourite for lunch for many Australians visiting London. Tucked in the heart of Sloane Street, At Sloane is effortlessly at ease in one of London’s most storied neighbourhoods.
8. The Langham
A truly historic hotel, that's kept appropriately modern, only a stones throw away from the shops at Oxford Street and the world class restaurants of Marylebone.
10. Corinthia London
Located on the doorstep of Westminster, the hotel is a sophisticated and luxurious destination, full of historical charm. The perfect luxury stay for those days meant for playing tourist among London's best landmarks.
11. The Savoy, The Strand
Known to be the first luxury hotel in Britain, the Savoy's immaculate hospitality remains uncontested. The rooms are beautifully decorated in classic Edwardian and Art Deco style, made with classic elegance in mind If you can, find yourself a room that overlooks the Thames at night. Bliss!
12. The Goring Hotel
This is a hotel fit for a queen, quite literally as the future queen on England herself Kate Middleton stayed here the night before her nuptials. Known for it's state of the art afternoon tea, the hotel has received a litany of awards and has even been awarded a royal warrant of appointment by the Queen herself. Pretty fancy.
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