Boutique hotels in London

From a slice of Soho to a 19th century pub reinvented as a hip retreat. London might be best known for its large historic hotels and contemporary city skyscrapers but it’s the boutique hotels that really display its character.
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Chic, Georgian properties in the heart of London, romantic Chelsea boltholes just off the King’s Road, bijoux destinations within easy reach of the Eurostar for a Parisian getaway or buzzing townhouses amidst the creative hubs that satellite the City.

Whether you prefer vintage style or ultra contemporary surroundings. Whether you’re visiting with friends, celebrating a special occasion, bringing the family to London for Christmas shopping and a show or enjoying a romantic weekend. These are some of London’s top boutique hotels.

Boutique hotels in London

Boutique hotels in London

1
Hazlitt’s

Hazlitt’s

London

A boutique hotel owned by Peter McKay and Douglas Blain, you ring a bell to enter giving it that sense of going to someone’s home.
  • child_friendly
  • bandb
  • wifi
  • romantic
  • historic
  • conference_meeting
  • boutique
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
2
Portobello Hotel

Portobello Hotel

London

Beyond the Doric portico of a white stucco neo-classical mansion, this boutique hotel captures the eclectic charms of glamorous and bohemian Notting Hill.
  • value
  • bandb
  • wifi
  • romantic
  • child_friendly
  • dog_friendly
  • boutique
3
The Rookery

The Rookery

London

Hip eateries and bars have supplanted hovels and bawdy houses in this once-notorious area, but behind the 18th-century facade of three shop-houses Georgian London lives on.
  • child_friendly
  • garden
  • wifi
  • romantic
  • historic
  • conference_meeting
  • disabled
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
  • boutique
4
Batty Langley’s

Batty Langley’s

London

Within a Georgian house in a trendy corner of East London once home to Huguenot silk weavers, Peter McKay and Douglas Blain set out to weave a fantasy of their own.
  • disabled_facilities
  • wifi
  • romantic
  • historic
  • disabled
  • child_friendly
  • babyfriendly
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • wheelchair_accessible
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
  • boutique
  • veganfriendly
5
11 Cadogan Gardens

11 Cadogan Gardens

London

A home away from home in the heart of Chelsea is the aim of these red brick Victorian town houses, which have been converted into a luxurious hotel of dazzling individuality.
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
  • child_friendly
  • wifi
  • babyfriendly
  • gym
  • outdoor_dining
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • veganfriendly
  • boutique
  • garden
  • wheelchair_accessible
  • romantic
  • historic
  • rooms_with_a_view
  • weddings
  • great_breakfast
6
The Lost Poet

The Lost Poet

London

‘In a discreet building that could be a private residence', this 'beautifully designed' guest house is at the end of Portobello Road.
  • boutique
7
Lime Tree Hotel

Lime Tree Hotel

London

An affordable oasis in one of London’s smartest neighbourhoods, Charlotte and Matt Goodsall’s peaceful, personably run Belgravia hotel occupies a pair of Grade II listed Georgian townhouses and is within walking distance of popular tourist spots.
  • garden
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • wifi
  • boutique
  • outdoor_dining
  • historic
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
  • good_value
  • honeymoon
8
The Gyle

The Gyle

London

A quirky hotel close to the Eurostar terminal, The Gyle is in a row of 19th-century town houses and is filled with luxury details.
  • boutique
  • child_friendly
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • wifi
  • dog_friendly
9
The Orange

The Orange

London

The Orange is an upmarket gastro pub and boutique hotel that offers heritage, style and superb hospitality.
  • child_friendly
  • wifi
  • pub_with_rooms
  • boutique
  • restaurant_with_rooms
  • wheelchair_accessible
  • veganfriendly
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • weddings
  • great_breakfast
  • outdoor_dining
10
The Grazing Goat

The Grazing Goat

London

A country pub feel close to the bustle of Oxford Street sounds unlikely but this pub-with-rooms with its popular pavement terrace in a quiet backwater manages it with unpretentious style.
  • child_friendly
  • wifi
  • pub_with_rooms
  • conference_meeting
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • veganfriendly
  • great_breakfast
  • boutique
  • wheelchair_accessible
  • outdoor_dining
  • babyfriendly
11
Artist Residence London

Artist Residence London

London

This stylishly restored former pub is now a boutique hotel characterised by salvaged industrial materials for the eclectic fittings and furnishings.
  • child_friendly
  • wifi
  • conference_meeting
  • boutique
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • veganfriendly
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
  • babyfriendly
  • dog_friendly
  • outdoor_dining
  • great_breakfast
12
The Fielding

The Fielding

London

A grand jeté from the Royal Opera House, this small hotel is ‘remarkably quiet’ considering its prime position in bustling Covent Garden.
  • babyfriendly
  • child_friendly
  • good_value
  • gym
  • wheelchair_accessible
  • wifi
  • boutique
  • rooms_with_a_view
13
Charlotte Street Hotel

Charlotte Street Hotel

London

Part of the famous Firmdale Group of hotels, notable for Kit Kemp’s highly recognisable interior design motifs, Charlotte Street is a charming boutique hotel.
  • babyfriendly
  • boutique
  • child_friendly
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
  • disabled_facilities
  • gym
  • outdoor_dining
  • romantic
  • veganfriendly
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • weddings
  • wheelchair_accessible
  • wifi
14
St James’s Hotel and Club

St James’s Hotel and Club

London

This intimate hotel, in a quiet corner of Mayfair, oozes exclusivity from its Michelin-starred restaurant and classy bistro-bar to its sleek bedrooms and smart concierge service.
  • babyfriendly
  • child_friendly
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
  • disabled_facilities
  • gourmet
  • historic
  • romantic
  • rooms_with_a_view
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • weddings
  • wheelchair_accessible
  • wifi
  • for_winelovers
  • boutique
15
Haymarket Hotel

Haymarket Hotel

London

Vintage furnishings and striking artwork, Haymarket Hotel is a boutique hotel in the heart of London’s theatre land.
  • babyfriendly
  • boutique
  • child_friendly
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
  • disabled_facilities
  • dog_friendly
  • gym
  • indoor_pool
  • spa
  • veganfriendly
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • weddings
  • wheelchair_accessible
  • wifi
  • romantic
16
Ham Yard Hotel

Ham Yard Hotel

London

Rooftop gardens and arty interiors make this boutique Soho hotel a destination in its own right.
  • babyfriendly
  • boutique
  • child_friendly
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
  • disabled_facilities
  • dog_friendly
  • garden
  • gym
  • parking
  • rooms_with_a_view
  • spa
  • veganfriendly
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • weddings
  • wheelchair_accessible
  • wifi
  • outdoor_dining
17
Georgian House Hotel

Georgian House Hotel

London

Bright and contemporary, Georgian House Hotel is a boutique hotel in Pimlico complete with stained-glass windows, velvet drapes, trunks and tapestries.
  • babyfriendly
  • boutique
  • child_friendly
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
  • good_value
  • great_breakfast
  • veganfriendly
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • wifi
18
54 Queen’s Gate Hotel

54 Queen’s Gate Hotel

London

Close to Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park this boutique hotel is a celebrated member of the Bespoke Hotels group.
  • adultsonly
  • wifi
  • boutique

Hotels not in the Guide that you may want to consider

Boutique hotels in London

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The Kensington

The Kensington

London

Walking distance from the attractions of South Kensington, this ‘elegant yet hip, fun’ hotel is ‘conveniently located’ for museum-hoppers and shop-till-you-droppers.
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  • child_friendly
  • disabled_facilities
  • wifi
  • conference_meeting
  • boutique
  • gym
  • spa
  • disabled
  • vegetarian_friendly
  • wheelchair_accessible
  • conferencemeeting_friendly
Last updated: June 07, 2023