CitizenM London BanksidevsThe Dorchester
citizenM London Bankside and The Dorchester are both rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Dorchester scores significantly better than citizenM London Bankside. The Dorchester comes in at 86 with accolades from 14 reviews such as Fodor's, DK Eyewitness and concierge.com.
CitizenM London Bankside
20 Lavington Street, London SE1 0NZ
From $89/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
- Business Center
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"If Citizen M had a motto, it would be 'less fuss, more comfort'." Full review
Gayot
"Travelers seeking a stylish home base close to the Tate Modern will find satisfaction at this urban retreat."
Zagat
"With a lobby featuring dozens of shapely pendant lights, sleek sofas and shelves filled with eclectic objects, it’s clear that this trendy Bankside hotel puts a big emphasis on design."
Frommer's
"Its welcome concept of smart-and-stylish quarters without interference from groveling staff or added fees makes it the best casual choice in Southwark." Full review
Oyster
4.0
"Offering striking modern decor in the heart of London’s Southwark area, CitizenM is a four-star boutique hotel that delivers an original hotel experience at a very competitive price." Full review
Fodor's
"High concept, high tech and supertrendy, the CitizenM chain has a unique selling point—as much as possible is self-service." Full review
Jetsetter
"Buzzy social hubs and rooms furnished by Vitra make up this sleek design hotel on London's South Bank." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"The first CitizenM in London this midrange option offers a slick and modern accommodations." Full review
Time Out
"This casually stylish new-build is a superbly well-designed – and well-located – addition to London’s affordably chic hotels." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The hotel has done away with things it considers superfluous like room service and reception and instead has gone all out on mattresses and bedding, state-of-the-art technology" Full review
The Dorchester Show All Reviews
53 Park Lane, Mayfair, London W1K 1QA
From $499/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Luxury hotel on a grand scale offering every possible facility."
Frommer's
"Few hotels have the time-honored experience of "the Dorch," which has maintained a tradition of fine comfort and cuisine since it opened in 1931." Full review
Concierge
"Like its sisters, the Meurice and Plaza Athénée in Paris and the Beverly Hills Hotel in L.A., this is as grand as a hotel gets."
Fodor's
"Few hotels this opulent manage to be as personable as the Dorchester, which opened in 1939 and boasts a prime Park Lane location with unparalleled glamour." Full review
Time Out
"A Park Lane fixture since 1931, the Dorchester is thoroughly, opulently classical." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The epitome of the glamorous luxury hotel, with an outrageously lavish lobby and a star-studded history, the Dorchester has revamped its tasteful floral bedrooms."
Star Service
"Facing Hyde Park, this property continues to set the bar by which other five-star hotels measure themselves." Full review
Gayot
"From the day it opened in 1931, The Dorchester was hailed as the most modern and luxurious hotel in London ... and it still is."
Travel + Leisure
"With a prime address on Park Lane facing Hyde Park, this grande dame embodies a posh formality that’s attracted Prince Philip." Full review
BlackBook
"Unmissable Mayfair 5* luxury landmark celebrating London's capacity to adapt to evolving styles and times."