The Lanesborough, Oetker Hotels

Hotels
10 (342 reviews)
Hyde Park Corner , London , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent hospitality
Beautifully decorated
Great amenities
Cons:
Slightly underwhelming dinner experience
Occasional slow service at breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
10
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
10
The hotel staff is noted to be superior and welcoming.
Location
10
The hotel is located in one of the best areas.
Room Quality
10
Rooms are beautifully decorated and comfortable, with high-quality features.
Amenities
10
Great spa and facilities that enhance the stay experience.
Value for Money
10
High value considering the service and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
10
Breakfast and dining are generally good but with occasional lapses.
Overall Experience
10
Exceptional hospitality with a luxurious feel overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:14

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in 5-star luxury at The Lanesborough, overlooking Hyde Park in Knightsbridge. Enjoy air-conditioned rooms, a personal butler, and free WiFi for a truly lavish stay.

World-Class Dining
Savor exquisite cuisine at The Lanesborough Grill, offering a diverse menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Pair your meal with selections from an impressive wine and champagne list.

Exclusive Amenities
Unwind at The Lanesborough Club & Spa, with complimentary access for guests. Explore fitness facilities, spa treatments, and a cigar lounge with a fine selection of Cognacs.

Experience unparalleled elegance and service at The Lanesborough, your gateway to luxury in London.

Important information:

Please note that this property has a strict no party policy.

Extra beds can only be accommodated in the Executive and Premier rooms, Junior Suites, Executive Junior Suites, Grovernor Suites, St James Suite and Buckingham Suites, subject to availability and by prior arrangement.

Please note that each room each room is individually designed and therefore may differ slightly from the picture.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 75 per day.

Location

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Guest Reviews

10
Based on 342 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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Gary couple gb
10
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
10
Best hotel in London
Pros:

During my stay I had breakfast, afternoon tea and evening meals. All were excellent.

Cons:

Leaving

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Dyo couple nl
9
goed
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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O505RZjessicas Family
10
Wow! Incredible experience.
Pros:

Outstanding staff, incredible food, an amazing atmosphere. The best hotel we’ve been to in London by far!

2026-05-04 via Tripadvisor
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kendrat557 Couples
10
Unreal bridgerton afternoon tea
Pros:

Bridgerton afternoon tea!! Honestly well worth the money!! Did we like all the sandwiches no we didn’t to be honest and I didn’t like one of the cakes but at the end of the day you’re not going to like everything!! The staff were amazing and kind and went above and beyond

2026-04-19 via Tripadvisor
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Harze2016 Friends getaway Birmingham, West Midlands, England
10
Delightful afternoon tea.
Pros:

Lovely Bridgerton theme afternoon tea in a beautiful regency dining room. A delightful experience with impeccable service.

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
8
850aliaha Friends getaway London, England
2
Disappointing Experience at the Cigar Lounge
Pros:

Disappointing Experience at the Cigar Lounge

I’m writing following a disappointing experience earlier today at The Lanesborough cigar lounge.

My friends and I (a group of four) arrived just before 9pm, intending to enjoy dinner and drinks. We were informed that, as a party of four arriving after 9pm, at least two guests were required to order cigars in order to be seated.

What was particularly frustrating is that:
• The lounge was nearly empty (only one other table occupied)
• We were fully intending to spend on food and drinks
• We had visited just days prior and were not made aware of this policy

As long-standing guests of the hotel, this felt both inflexible and unnecessarily dismissive. It’s difficult to understand why a team would turn away willing customers — especially when the venue was clearly not at capacity — rather than prioritising hospitality and guest experience.

Luxury hospitality is not just about policy, but about judgement, discretion, and understanding the value of your clientele. On this occasion, it felt like the opposite.

I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as it genuinely impacted our perception of what has always been one of London’s most respected hotels.

2026-04-08 via Tripadvisor
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Tim family_with_children gb
10
2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Carrie solo_traveller gb
10
Sensational
Pros:

Sensational. Having stayed in most (not all) of the London 5* this has a warmth and welcome home like no other

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Joymad Couples Aylesbury, Aylesbury Vale, Buckinghamshire, England
8
Excellent food Drinks a rip off
Pros:

Excellent food shame about the wine prices. I can buy a bottle of Cloudy bay for £25 they charge £99 plus vat in my book that's going too far.
The food excellent and good value too.
All drinks £9for a cup of tea
And all drinks way over priced.
Love to go again but not while they rip off clients.

2026-03-23 via Tripadvisor
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Dilek solo_traveller tr
10
2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Alexandar family_with_children bg
10
Amazing stay at The Lanesborough
Pros:

The hotel was amazing, with interiors that were both aristocratic and beautiful. I was given a complimentary upgrade to a fantastic suite. All the staff were very friendly and professional. I was traveling with my child, and she absolutely loved meeting Lilibet the cat. The hotel also offers a variety of activities for kids, which were engaging and enjoyable. The spa is also of a very high standard.

Cons:

Overall the food wasn't amazing. They need to improve the kitchen.

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Thomas family_with_children ch
10
Perfekt.
Pros:

Die Lage ist super, das Spa super. Sonst alles klar 5 Stern.

Cons:

Es hatte Gäste (insbesondere wohl auch nicht Hotel BesucherInnen), die in Kleidung und Benehmen dem Ort nicht angemessen waren.

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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B9650QNkarent Business
10
Flawless Service
Pros:

This is a hotel staffed with the most thoughtful people. I just wrapped up a 4 day visit and every encounter with every staff member was a master class in what spectacular service looks like. A big shoutout to three exceptional staff members who were my favorites, Daniel the concierge, Abbras the room’s butler and Kieran, the doorman, who greeted me by name at the front door upon every arrival. One thing that stood out for me was the longevity of the staff’s tenure with the hotel. The food was great, as was the room but it was the employees that made the difference for me.

2026-03-12 via Tripadvisor
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Chinyere family_with_children gb
10
An incredible 30th stay!
Pros:

The staff were incredible from start to finish! Jack, Daniel and Joseph were absolutely faultless! Also the lady who was our butler who I sadly forgot her wonderful name but she was so lovely too! They were super friendly and nothing was too much for them! Also just genuinely nice people to chat to!

Cons:

Absolutely nothing it was perfection!

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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dottys900 Friends getaway
10
Bridgerton afternoon tea 5 stars
Pros:

Afternoon tea at The Lanesborough is always a lovely treat.
Raphaelia and the team are all so welcoming and hospitable, with excellent tea and drink recommendations.

The afternoon tea is amazing, catering for all dietary needs and requirements. Beautifully themed to Bridgerton and reflective perfectly in the food and the atmosphere.

We have been 5 times now and enjoyed every visit, we shall return again.

2026-03-04 via Tripadvisor
4
419bradyr NONE
10
The best there is
Pros:

The service at The Lanesborough is absolutely exceptional. As good as I have ever experienced in a lifetime of travel. I cannot recommend highly enough.

2026-02-27 via Tripadvisor
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Adam couple pl
10
above-average service offered by very friendly staff.
Pros:

Staff - very high service level!!!!

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Raluca couple ro
10
Pros:

This is an extraordinary hotel, not because it is beautiful (which it is), not because it is comfortable (which it is), not because it has so many amenities (which it does), not because it is so incredibly stylish (which it is), but because the people are absolutely lovely, warm, courteous, caring, polite, genuinely wishing to make you feel welcome. The level of service, the smiles, the conversations - this truly is a home away from home.

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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IOANNA family_with_children cy
10
2026-02-25 via Nuitee