Mayfair's discreet Art Deco icon, long favoured by royalty and the place for a proper London afternoon tea.
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The verdict
Worth the stay for…
Great for
If you've only got a day
Couples
Solo travellers
Photographers
Anyone here to unwind
Romantics
History & culture buffs
Depends
Travellers on a budget
Families with kids
Not for
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Worth it for if you've only got a day, couples and solo travellers.
The location trade-off
What you're near — and what you're not
Walkable
Bond Street shopping (5 min)
Mayfair galleries & restaurants
Bond Street & Green Park tube
Cut off from
The South Bank & riverside
The City and East London
Rooms & rate
What you're paying for
Rooms and suites are styled in classic Art Deco; the higher categories and suites are notably more generous in size. Service is the headline — anticipatory and unflappable.
Why we say this
Insider secrets & local vibes
The Art Deco interiors and faultless service make it the benchmark for old-school Mayfair luxury.
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Among the priciest stays in London, and the famed afternoon tea is booked out far ahead.
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The spa and the cosseting service make it a genuine retreat in the middle of the city.
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What it feels like
Reading the room, traveller by traveller
Couples
The pinnacle of a discreet, grown-up Mayfair stay — book afternoon tea well in advance.
Families
Refined enough for a milestone family occasion, though the mood is hushed rather than playful.
Good to know
Before you go
Cost
£700–1,400+ / night
Last verified
2026-06-17
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