Hotels
The 5 Best Hotels in Mayfair
London's grandest address, room by room: where to stay in Mayfair and why.
In short: our top picks are Claridges, The Connaught and The Beaumont. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Mayfair is where London keeps its grandest hotels, and the competition between them is fierce in the best way. From old-money institutions to polished newcomers, this is the address to stay at if you want the city at its most considered. These are the rooms worth the rate.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Claridges | Mayfair | ££££ |
| The Connaught | Mayfair | ££££ |
| The Beaumont | Mayfair | ££££ |
| Browns Hotel | Mayfair | ££££ |
| The Dorchester | Mayfair | ££££ |
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Editor’s choice
Claridges
Why we pick itArt Deco grandeur and London's best afternoon tea; the definitive Mayfair stay.
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The Connaught
Why we pick itHushed luxury, a world-class bar and faultless service on a quiet Mayfair square.
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The Beaumont
Why we pick itA Jazz-Age-styled house with the Cube suite; characterful and beautifully run.
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Browns Hotel
Why we pick itLondon's oldest hotel, freshly polished; the Donovan Bar is a destination in itself.
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The Dorchester
Why we pick itA Park Lane institution; the Promenade for tea, the spa, and old-school glamour throughout.
Before you book
Rates swing hugely by season and day, so it is worth asking the hotel directly what they can do. The famous names are famous for a reason, but the quieter houses often give you more for the money and a warmer welcome. And use the bar and the breakfast: in Mayfair, both are part of what you are paying for.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
Claridges is our editor's choice: Art Deco grandeur and London's best afternoon tea; the definitive Mayfair stay. Claridges, The Connaught and The Beaumont lead the guide, with 5 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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