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The Ritz LondonvsCitizenM London Bankside
Both citizenM London Bankside and The Ritz London are endorsed by expert reviewers. Overall, The Ritz London ranks significantly higher than citizenM London Bankside. The Ritz London scores 85 with positive reviews from 14 publications including Lonely Planet, Time Out and concierge.com.
The Ritz London
Michelin Guide
Concierge
Time Out
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Forbes Travel Guide
Frommer's
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150 Piccadilly, London W1J 9BR
From $647/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
"World famous... lavishly appointed and luxurious rooms."
"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."
"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
"A byword for pampering luxury since it opened in 1906, the Ritz continues to win awards for superior all-round service."
"The Ritz's clientele is composed of a comic, age-old dichotomy of jet-setting billionaires and splurging romantics. " Full review
"Built in 1906 by César Ritz, The Ritz London stands proud as the bastion of grand luxury and opulence."
"Designed in a French-chateau style and opened in 1906, The Ritz London neighbors Green Park and Buckingham Palace." Full review
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
"Few hotels can say that they've entered everyday language, but the Ritz has become synonymous with luxury." Full review
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
CitizenM London Bankside
Lonely Planet
Gayot
Zagat
Frommer's
Oyster
Fodor's
Jetsetter
EuroCheapo
Time Out
Lonely Planet
20 Lavington Street, London SE1 0NZ
From $89/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
- Business Center
Top Choice
"If Citizen M had a motto, it would be 'less fuss, more comfort'." Full review
"Travelers seeking a stylish home base close to the Tate Modern will find satisfaction at this urban retreat."
"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."
"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
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
"High concept, high tech and supertrendy, the CitizenM chain has a unique selling point—as much as possible is self-service." Full review
"Buzzy social hubs and rooms furnished by Vitra make up this sleek design hotel on London's South Bank." Full review
Editor's Pick
"The first CitizenM in London this midrange option offers a slick and modern accommodations." Full review
"This casually stylish new-build is a superbly well-designed – and well-located – addition to London’s affordably chic hotels." Full review
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