Looking for the best London hotel? Here's where I would stay. Each hotel on this list has one of the best combinations of location, price, amenities and service in London. Pick any hotel in London from this list and it's a safe bet.
Hotel 41
Created on the top floor of the Rubens at the Palace, its sister property, this opulent hotel offers top-notch accommodations. Hotel 41 is located across from the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace.$$$$ Compare rates on Kayak
Egerton House Hotel
Built in 1843 this fashionable townhouse hotel has been carefully restored and filled with original artwork by the likes of Picasso, Matisse, and Toulouse-Lautrec as well as Italian antiques. Egerton House Hotel is located near the Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum.$$$$ Compare rates on Kayak
Goring
Run by the Goring family for four generations this exquisite hotel offers travelers luxurious comfort and convenience to the Royal parks, the Theater District and top-notch shopping areas. Goring is located adjacent to Buckingham Palace.$$$$ Compare rates on Kayak
Milestone
Considered London's best hotel in numerous independent rankings the Milestone offers gracious hospitality fit for a king and queen. Milestone is located across from Kensington Palace and Gardens.$$$$ Compare rates on Kayak
One Aldwych
Fresh fruit and flowers are delivered each day at this captivating luxury hotel in the center of London. One Aldwych is located in Covent Garden.$$$$ Compare rates on Kayak
Chancery Court
Grand and inviting, this landmark hotel is located at the midpoint of where the city meets Covent Garden and the West End. Chancery Court Hotel is located in Holborn near the River Thames.
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Sofitel London Heathrow
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High style, delectable dining, and unbeatable convenience make this modern airport hotel a standout. A short walk via a bridge from Terminal 5, the Sofitel London Heathrow puts you close enough to watch the planes take off for exotic locales, but insulates you from the noisy hubub. As a meeting destination, Sofitel Heathrow's location make it an easy in-and-out for far-flung business travelers. A 20-minute express train puts you in central London. Sofitel London Heathrow is located Connected to London Heathrow Airport's Terminal 5, about a 20 minute train ride from central London..
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Claridge's
For more than a century this hotel's classic Art Deco elegance has inspired celebrities and business leaders alike. Claridge's is located in the heart of the West End.$$$$ Compare rates on Kayak
Connaught
Combining both modern technology and historical architectural features this grand dame of a luxury hotel caters to today's discerning traveler. Connaught is located in Mayfair.$$$$ Compare rates on Kayak
Dorchester
Offering expansive Hyde Park views, this glamorous 1930s hotel dazzles guests with its historic beauty and modern amenities. Dorchester is located overlooking Hyde Park.$$$$ Compare rates on Kayak
