London Bridge HotelvsThe Ritz London
London Bridge Hotel and The Ritz London are both endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Ritz London scores slightly better than London Bridge Hotel. The Ritz London has a TripExpert Score of 89 with praise from 14 reviewers such as Michelin Guide, DK Eyewitness 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 Ritz London Show All Reviews
150 Piccadilly, London W1J 9BR
From $647/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Michelin Guide
"World famous... lavishly appointed and luxurious rooms."
Concierge
"One of the world's famous hotels... opened in 1906, and is quite as lovely as it was in its first heyday—thanks largely to more than ten years of sympathetic private ownership."
Time Out
"If you like the idea of a world where jeans and trainers are banned and jackets must be worn by gentlemen when dining (the requirement is waived for breakfast), the Ritz is for you." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A byword for pampering luxury since it opened in 1906, the Ritz continues to win awards for superior all-round service."
Star Service
"The Ritz's clientele is composed of a comic, age-old dichotomy of jet-setting billionaires and splurging romantics. " Full review
Gayot
"Built in 1906 by César Ritz, The Ritz London stands proud as the bastion of grand luxury and opulence."
Travel + Leisure
"Designed in a French-chateau style and opened in 1906, The Ritz London neighbors Green Park and Buckingham Palace." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Located in the heart of the city, The Ritz London is one of the most iconic hotels in the world, first opened in 1906 by Swiss hotelier César Ritz." Full review
Frommer's
"Few hotels can say that they've entered everyday language, but the Ritz has become synonymous with luxury." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This 136-room caravanserai has a spectacular position overlooking Green Park and is supposedly the Royal Family’s home away from home." Full review