Claridge'svsSouth Place Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert writers. On balance, Claridge's ranks significantly better than South Place Hotel. Claridge's scores 90 with accolades from 18 reviews such as Frommer's, Concierge and BlackBook.
Claridge's Show All Reviews
Brook Street, London W1K 4HR
From $472/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide
"One of London's finest hotels."
Concierge
"Hip as it may be... Claridge's remains one of this city's exemplary grand hotels."
Fodor's
"The well-heeled have been meeting—and eating—at Claridge's for generations, and the tradition continues at... this super-glamorous London institution." Full review
Time Out
"Claridge’s is sheer class and pure atmosphere, with its signature art deco redesign still simply dazzling." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Favored by the European aristocracy in the 19th century... Mayfair’s Art Deco jewel attracts showbusiness, glitterati, and corporate guests."
Star Service
"In the exclusive Mayfair district, two blocks south of Oxford Street, Claridge's is among the most impressive of London's traditional deluxe hotels and a tribute to art-deco design." Full review
Gayot
"Since 1853, Claridge's has served as the hallmark of hotel excellence."
Travel + Leisure
"A classic that’s as popular now as it was in the 20’s, this spot in chichi Mayfair is the epitome of elegance." Full review
BlackBook
"Expect a lot from hotel of this standing, where Coco Chanel chic merges with attentive, impeccable service."
Zagat
"This Mayfair grande dame has been hosting royalty, celebrities and other luxury lovers since the 19th century."
South Place Hotel Show All Reviews
3 South Place, London EC2M 2AF
From $257/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"Designed by Allies and Morrison of London and aimed at business travelers, interiors are lined with luxe materials in sober colors... and jazzed up with colorful furniture and clever lighting." Full review
Gayot
"This centrally located, 80-room hotel resides close to busy Moorgate and Liverpool Street metro stations."
BlackBook
"From the conspirators behind the late Great Eastern Hotel (now an Andaz), South Place Hotel is set to be a magnet for East London's most unfailingly hip."
Zagat
"Conran-designed interiors and notable eating and drinking options are highlights of this hip City hotel (the first from restaurateurs D&D London)."
Oyster
Luxury
"This hip boutique hotel owned by the high-profile D D restaurant group exudes stylish luxury, with impeccable design elements and dark, sexy public spaces." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Business at the front, party at the back: that’s the ethos behind this hotel, which opened in London’s financial district in 2012." Full review
Time Out
"D&D runs some of the swankiest restaurants in London, so much was expected of its first hotel. South Place delivers." Full review
Jetsetter
"Hip design hotel near London's East End, with local artwork and a showstopping rooftop restaurant." Full review
Wallpaper
"Drawing on those qualities that put London ahead of the game in the global hotel scene, South Place fuses designer dining, art and a great night's sleep." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A colourful rupture from the dour City streets, especially on a rainy commuter day." Full review