The Ritz London
London, United Kingdom

Name: The Ritz London
Address: 150 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9BR, United Kingdom

About the hotel

Style

Iconic

Rooms

1317

"Surrounded by perfectly manicured grounds, the opulent Louis XVI-inspired Ritz London boasts sumptuous guestrooms and lavish Michelin-starred dining in the very heart of the city."

When César Ritz set out to create The Ritz London, he dreamt of a hotel that offered unparalleled luxury and opulence in the very heart of London. He achieved just that; when the hotel’s doors first opened in 1906 it was widely regarded as one of the finest in the world – a reputation it maintains to this day.

The hotel’s neoclassical façade and perfectly manicured grounds are the very picture of elegance and interiors are equally grand. The chandeliers and Louis XVI décor of the stunning lobby set the stage for the lavish guestrooms which are at once both sumptuous and inviting. Tasteful pastel shades dominate the aesthetic, with gilded accents, gorgeous fabrics and beautiful antique pieces completing the scene. Marble makes a statement in both fireplaces and in the all-marble bathrooms, and rooms as a whole feel delightfully over-the-top. Posh suites are worth the upgrade and are regal as can be, while the Signature Suites boast next-level opulence.

Be prepared for strict dress codes at mealtimes – “puttin’ on The Ritz” required. Dine at the hotel’s namesake restaurant which claims to boast one of the most beautiful dining rooms in the world. A bold claim, certainly, but one that’s hard to argue – mirrored walls, floor-to-ceiling windows, dazzling chandeliers and columns that soar to high ceilings create a deeply memorable venue – and that’s without even speaking of the food. The Michelin-starred restaurant draws inspiration from the legendary French chef and restaurateur Auguste Escoffier, and menus change with the seasons to highlight the region’s freshest produce. Afternoon Tea in the Palm Court is a lavish affair, complete with music from the resident harpist and pianist. End teatime with a glass of champagne before moving to the intimate Rivoli Bar where you’ll find sultry lighting, leopard-print chairs and (naturally) more champagne.

Though the finery of the hotel certainly does not conjure up images of a family-friendly hotel, kids are well catered to with a variety of activities and thoughtful gifts. Beauty treatments can be had at the seventh-story spa; you’ll want to get your hair done at least once by the iconic stylist Hiro Miyoshi while you’re here.

A stay at this lavish hotel is a treat; as such, you may well find yourself not wanting to leave the grounds. When you’re ready to, though, its Piccadilly location could hardly be better placed for exploring all that London has to offer.