The LanesboroughvsCovent Garden Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Covent Garden Hotel ranks slightly higher than The Lanesborough. Covent Garden Hotel comes in at #9 in London with accolades from 17 reviews like Concierge, DK Eyewitness and Afar Magazine.
The Lanesborough Show All Reviews
Hyde Park Corner, London SW1X 7TA
From $649/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Lavishly appointed rooms with impressive technological extras."
Fodor's
"If you're willing to spend, spend, spend, this hotel is for you." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"An excellent staff, luxurious touches, and exclusive location on the busiest corner of Hyde Park make the Lanesborough a great luxury pick." Full review
Time Out
"Considered one of London’s more historic luxury hotels, the Lanesborough was in fact redeveloped – impressively – only in 1991." Full review
Insight Guides
"Deluxe hotel overlooking Hyde Park Corner. The stately neoclassical facade of the former St George’s hospital complements the opulent Regency-style interior."
Star Service
"Remains one of the permanent members on London's short list of stellar hotels, a blend of the traditional sophistication of the Dorchester with the consummate service and amenities of the Four Seasons." Full review
Gayot
"This hotel is noted for having all the latest high-tech gadgetry --- cleverly concealed within a sea of mahogany furnishings."
Travel + Leisure
"A Georgian-style building overlooking Hyde Park, the Lanesborough maintains the elegance of an 18th-century private residence." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"The Lanesborough is one of the city’s most regal hotels, not to mention an ideal base for exploring nearby Hyde Park, Piccadilly and Knightsbridge." Full review
Star Service
"Built in 1828 and located in the swankiest area of London, opposite Hyde Park and a 10-minute walk from Harrodshis Regency gem has been comprehensively and meticulously refurbished." Full review
Covent Garden Hotel Show All Reviews
10 Monmouth Street, London WC2H 9HB
From $217/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide
"Gorgeous boutique hotel... housed in a converted French hospital in a characterful location."
Michelin Guide
"Popular with those of a theatrical bent. Boldly designed, stylish bedrooms."
Frommer's
"The phrase we hear most often from guests who've stayed here is "expensive, but worth it"." Full review
Concierge
"Quiet, intimate luxury... whose only extravagance is its uncanny grasp of what its guests want: to be left at peace and in great comfort."
Fodor's
"It's little wonder this is now the London home-away-from-home for off-duty celebrities, actors, and style mavens." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"There’s an excellent bar-restaurant called Brasserie Max just off the lobby, and two stunning guest lounges with fireplaces on the 1st floor that come into their own in the winter." Full review
Time Out
"The location and tucked-away screening room of this Firmdale hotel ensure it continues to attract starry customers." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Part of the Firmdale chain, it is decorated in contemporary-English style with antiques and fresh fabrics."
Star Service
"Location, service, accommodations and dining converge to create a real gem of a hotel. " Full review
Gayot
"A pioneer in a neighborhood area not previously known for hotels, but where they now seem to spring up every day, the Covent Garden Hotel remains a veritable jewel."