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The 4 Best New London Hotel Openings for 2026
Best New London Hotel Openings for 2026: chosen on merit by Lamplit London.
In short: our top picks are The Emory, The Chancery Rosewood and Mandarin Oriental Mayfair. 4 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
London’s luxury hotel scene is in the middle of a golden run, with grand old buildings reborn as some of the most exciting addresses in the city. These are the new and newly opened London hotels to know for 2026, where to book when only the latest will do.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Emory | Knightsbridge | ££££ |
| The Chancery Rosewood | Mayfair | ££££ |
| Mandarin Oriental Mayfair | Mayfair | ££££ |
| 1 Hotel Mayfair | Mayfair | ££££ |
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Editor’s choice
The Emory
Why we pick itLondon's first all-suite hotel from Maybourne, a hushed Knightsbridge sanctuary with the Surrenne members' spa and a rooftop bar.
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The Chancery Rosewood
Why we pick itRosewood's transformation of the former US Embassy on Grosvenor Square into a grand Mayfair hotel; among 2026's most anticipated openings.
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Mandarin Oriental Mayfair
Why we pick itThe group's sleek second London hotel on Hanover Square, with a destination spa and Akira Back dining.
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1 Hotel Mayfair
Why we pick itA nature-led luxury hotel off Berkeley Square, all reclaimed wood and greenery with a serious sustainability ethos.
Before you book
The most anticipated openings take reservations months ahead, so book early for opening rates. Suites and spa access go first.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
The Emory is our editor's choice: London's first all-suite hotel from Maybourne, a hushed Knightsbridge sanctuary with the Surrenne members' spa and a rooftop bar. The Emory, The Chancery Rosewood and Mandarin Oriental Mayfair lead the guide, with 4 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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