10 Best Hotels in London, England

London, England, is, according to LondonVacationGuide.com, one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world. It's easy to understand the reason. London is a complex dichotomy, an amazing fusion of the contemporary, hip and innovative with the historic, traditional old-guard. With so much to see and do, you most certainly need the perfect place to rest your head at night. London has plenty of those, too.

51 Buckingham Gate

Just a three-minute walk from Buckingham Palace in the heart of Winchester, 51 Buckingham Gate is a five-star luxury townhouse featuring modern suites, award-winning bathrooms and Ivor Spencer-trained butler service. Other amenities include three restaurants, a spa and a fitness center.

51 Buckingham Gate
Luxury Suites and Apartments
London, England SW1E 6AF
011 [phone]
51-buckinghamgate.com

Hotel 55

A 25-room Edwardian house converted into contemporary lodging, Hotel 55 is located in suburban London, surrounded by artfully landscaped gardens and walkways. Amenities include an outdoor lounge, restaurants, 24-hour bar, flat-screen televisions and "power showers."

Hotel 55
55 Hanger Lane
London, England W5 3HL
011 [phone]
hotel55-london.com

Berkeley Court Hotel

Located in the center of London's vogue West End, the Berkeley Court Hotel is within walking distance of London's famous shopping districts, Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum, Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park. The hotel offers six types of rooms, dining, bar and lounge, and full concierge service.

Berkeley Court Hotel
22 Upper Berkeley St.
Marble Arch
London West End W1H 7PF
London, England
011 [phone]
berkeleycourthotellondon.com

Dorset Square Hotel

The Dorset Square Hotel is, according to 10Best.com, "so staunchly English that if you close the curtains you could be in an elegant country house instead of the heart of London." Guests are treated to vintage-style, luxuriously appointed rooms, fine dining and four-star service.

Dorset Square Hotel
39 Dorset Square
London, England NW1 6QN
011 [phone]
dorsetsquare.co.uk

Four Seasons Canary Wharf

Inside the Four Seasons Canary Wharf

Situated right on the Thames River and featuring unparalleled views of London, the Four Seasons Canary Wharf offers a fusion of contemporary luxury and fine traditional service. Guests have access to a full-service spa, in-room spa treatments, fine dining, fitness facilities, tennis courts, a pool and full concierge service.

Four Seasons Hotel Canary Wharf
46 Westferry Circus
Canary Wharf
London, England E14 8RS
011 [phone]
fourseasons.com/canarywharf/

myhotel Bloomsbury

A "boutique" hotel in London's hip Soho district, myhotel Bloomsbury was, according to The Guardian, founded on the principles of feng shui in an effort to provide a contemporary, tranquil environment. Guests are invited to take advantage of the 24-hour restaurant/bar, rooftop terrace, fitness suite and a myriad of spa treatments.

myhotel Bloomsbury
11-13 Bayley St.
Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3HD
011 [phone]
myhotels.com/bloomsbury-wellbeing.html

The Rookery

Fashioned from two refurbished 18th-century buildings, The Rookery, reports The Guardian, is the "antithesis of modern minimalism." Each room is richly appointed with genuine antiques, flagstone floors, faded carpets, wood-paneled walls and a working fireplace. Interestingly, every room is named for someone who actually lived in the buildings within the past 250 years.

The Rookery
Peter's Lane, Cowcross Street
London, England EC1M 6DS
011 [phone]
hazlittshotel.com/rok_index.html

Grosvenor House

Since 1929, the historic Grosvenor House has been a favorite of celebrities, royalty and business leaders. Guests are treated to five-star service at its best, including gourmet cuisine, spa and fitness facilities, hair salon, limousine service, in-house baby-sitting and a full-service concierge.

Grosvenor House
Park Lane
London, England W1K 7TH
011 [phone]
marriott.co.uk/hotels/travel/longh-grosvenor-house-a-jw-marriott-hotel

The Goring

According to its website, the secret to The Goring's success is "our understanding of what our guests expect." Nestled into a quiet, garden-rich side street in the heart of London, The Goring provides its guests with award-winning cuisine, outdoor dining, fitness facilities, high-tech technology, in-house laundry and dry cleaning, and 24-hour concierge service.

The Goring
17 Beeston Place
Grosvenor Gardens
London, England SW1W 0JW
011 [phone]
thegoring.com

The Zetter

The Zetter

The self-proclaimed "small hotel with a big personality," The Zetter is housed in a renovated 19th-century warehouse and features 1970s retro furnishings and decor. No two rooms are decorated alike, but each is equipped with a walk-in "raindance" shower, pink mood lighting, 4,000 free music tracks, Penguin paperback books, hot water bottles in hand-knit cozies and a fluffy bathrobe.

The Zetter
St John's Square
86-88 Clerkenwell Road
London, England EC1M 5RJ
011 [phone]
thezetter.com

References

• Gayot
• Guardian
• 10 Best

Resources

• London Vacation Guide
• Traveller's Toolkit: London, England
• London Town