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The 5 Best Hotels in Soho
Best Hotels in Soho: chosen on merit by Lamplit London.
In short: our top picks are The Soho Hotel, Hazlitt's and Dean Street Townhouse. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Soho is the most exciting place to stay in London, a square of theatres, restaurants and late bars with a handful of hotels that capture its character. These are the best hotels in Soho, from design-led landmarks to literary boltholes.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Soho Hotel | Soho | ££££ |
| Hazlitt's | Soho | £££ |
| Dean Street Townhouse | Soho | £££ |
| Sanctum Soho Hotel | Soho | £££ |
| The Resident Soho | Soho | £££ |
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Editor’s choice
The Soho Hotel
Why we pick itFirmdale's glamorous, art-filled flagship on a quiet Soho cul-de-sac; the drawing rooms are a destination in themselves.
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Hazlitt's
Why we pick itA wonderfully atmospheric Georgian townhouse of antiques and four-poster beds; a literary institution.
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Dean Street Townhouse
Why we pick itA handsome Georgian townhouse with a buzzy dining room at the heart of Soho.
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Sanctum Soho Hotel
Why we pick itA rock-and-roll bolthole with a rooftop hot tub and a late-night spirit.
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The Resident Soho
Why we pick itA clever, great-value hotel with kitchenettes, brilliantly located off Carnaby Street.
Before you book
Soho is lively and runs late, so ask for a quieter room at the back if you are a light sleeper. Everything is walkable, which is the whole point.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
The Soho Hotel is our editor's choice: Firmdale's glamorous, art-filled flagship on a quiet Soho cul-de-sac; the drawing rooms are a destination in themselves. The Soho Hotel, Hazlitt's and Dean Street Townhouse 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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