London Bridge HotelvsThe Langham, London
Both London Bridge Hotel and The Langham, London are endorsed by professionals. On balance, The Langham, London scores marginally better than London Bridge Hotel. The Langham, London has a TripExpert Score of 86 with recommendations from 13 sources like Frommer's, Gayot and Travel + Leisure.
London Bridge Hotel Show All Reviews
8-18 London Bridge Street, London SE1 9SG
From $134/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide
"A plush, contemporary, independent hotel in a Victorian building in the heart of things."
Michelin Guide
"Modern interior with classically decorated bedrooms and an impressive gym."
Fodor's
"This thoroughly modern, stylish hotel is popular with business travelers, but leisure travelers find it just as handy and appealing." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This contemporary, urban hotel near foodies’ paradise Borough Market has stylish executive rooms."
Insight Guides
"Independent four-star hotel in an efficient location for Bankside’s attractions. Has 138 rooms, a gym, two restaurants and a bar."
Star Service
"In fact, this well-kept modern midrange establishment is one of the better bargains in overpriced London, a stylish understated place with small but well-dressed guest quarters." Full review
Gayot
"Right beside London Bridge Station, this modern hotel is ideal for corporate and leisure travelers."
Travel + Leisure
"400-thread-count sheets, Miller Harris bath products, and at-the-ready service mean that a stay next to the Tower Bridge will be cool and comfortable." Full review
Zagat
"Although set in a circa-1915 building, this Southwark hotel opposite London Bridge has a distinctly contemporary feel, with free WiFi and plasma TVs in all rooms."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The property's central location near London Bridge, across the river from the City of London, makes it ideal for both tourists and business travelers." Full review
The Langham, London Show All Reviews
1C Portland Place, London W1B 1JA
From $452/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Now back to its best, with its famous Palm Court for afternoon tea, the stylish Artesian bar and bedrooms that are not without personality and elegance."
Jetsetter
"Stately grande dame near Regent's Park that serves posh afternoon tea by day and killer cocktails by night." Full review
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Be warned: The signature Langham “Blissful Bed” may tempt you to sleep in, so request a wakeup call before lying down.
DK Eyewitness
"The Langham was Europe’s first grand hotel when it opened in 1865 and still offers an ultraluxurious experience behind its sprawling Victorian facade."
Star Service
"This hotel, once a mediocre Hilton, has improved immensely under Langham's Hong Kong owners, as it should given its bloodlines as London's first purpose-built hotel." Full review
Gayot
"Oscar Wilde and Mark Twain were once guests, and it's still one of London's premium five-star hotels."
Travel + Leisure
"The 380-room Victorian-era landmark... has recently been restored to its storied grandeur and brought into the 21st century with flat-screen TVs and wireless Internet in every room." Full review
BlackBook
"Clearly one for those in search of hotels with years of history packed into every brick, and top quality service to boot."
Zagat
"A few blocks from Oxford and Bond Street shopping, this chic Marylebone grande dame has hosted everyone from heads of state to celebs to corporate suits since opening in 1865."
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"The flagship of the Hong Kong-based Langham Hotels International, The Langham, London is also one of the city’s oldest grand hotels." Full review
Fodor's
"Built in 1865, the Langham was the original luxury hotel in the city, all but inventing the very image of what a great London hotel looked like." Full review