While some of the glitziest, best hotels in London will forever be on a pedestal, offering elevated experiences, celebrated afternoon teas, sweeping suites, and state-of-the-art spas, there’s also a host of beautiful boutique hotels in London that deserve a special mention. For many, staying somewhere intimate, that feels hidden away from the madding crowds, actually holds more appeal. These are the places that feel like home from the minute you arrive and suit staycations as well as international trips. Interiors are bespoke, service is personal, and dining is a moment in itself.
Among these hotels, you’ll find celeb-beloved restaurants, vegan tasting menus, and rooftop yoga. You’ll also find hoteliers from Japan, Hong Kong, Paris, and Berlin, bringing their style. Sometimes, room service is sent over by Gordon Ramsay. Other times, it’s a plate of mince and potatoes so English it feels ripped from the pages of a Dickens novel. From the plush Georgian townhouses to LA-style rooftops, it’s an ever-changing scene, and one that reflects London’s diversity. From converted townhouses in central Soho to spots on west London’s residential streets, this is our pick of the loveliest boutique hotels in London.
How we choose the best boutique hotels in London
Every hotel on this list has been selected independently by our editors and written by a Condé Nast Traveller journalist who knows the destination and has stayed at that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider both luxury properties and boutique and lesser-known boltholes that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination. We’re always looking for beautiful design, a great location and warm service – as well as serious sustainability credentials. We update this list regularly as new hotels open and existing ones evolve.
This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
