10/10
Great Location and incredibly capable and friendly staff
London · head to head
The Connaught vs The Lanesborough
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: The Lanesborough is $3,598 a night less. They are 861 metres apart.
The Lanesborough
$1,716/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $318 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
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The honest take
Book The Lanesborough: it's rated higher by guests (10 vs 9.6), costs $660 a night less, and comes with a full spa and cigar lounge on top of butler service. The Connaught wins on pure atmosphere and food, with Hélène Darroze's three Michelin stars and the Connaught Bar, but at this price the Lanesborough's package is hard to argue against. Both sit in Mayfair/Knightsbridge, a fifteen-minute walk apart, so location isn't the deciding factor. Choose the Connaught if the room and bar matter more than facilities; choose the Lanesborough if you want the spa and the rate.
The look and the feel
The Connaught
The Connaught occupies a red-brick Mayfair corner that's been a hotel since 1897, but the interiors now read mid-century English refined by David Collins, whose Connaught Bar - lacquered walls, a trolley of vintage Martinis, a maître d' in a white jacket - is one of the great small rooms in London hotel design. The lobby is dark wood panelling and a famous carved staircase, hushed rather than grand, with a crowd of old Mayfair money and quieter new money who know not to make a fuss. Rooms mix English antiques with contemporary joinery, deep carpets, brass fittings that have gone soft with age. It's a hotel that feels lived-in by people who've been coming for decades.
Right for people who want understated, design-literate luxury and one of London's best bars on the doorstep.
The Lanesborough
The Lanesborough is a Regency-era building - originally St George's Hospital - facing Hyde Park Corner, and Alberto Pinto's interiors lean into that history hard: swagged curtains, gilt mirrors, chandeliers, a palette of gold and deep red that verges on theatrical rather than restrained. The Grill and the Library Bar have the feel of a private London club transplanted into a hotel, all leather chairs and oil paintings, and the cigar lounge downstairs with its Cognac list is a genuine period piece. It draws a crowd that wants full-service grandeur and doesn't mind the excess - more Gulf and American guests than the Connaught's discreet regulars.
Right for people who want the full five-star package - spa, cigar lounge, grand dining room - at a lower nightly rate.
Nothing on the facility list separates them outright; the difference is that the Lanesborough bundles in its spa and cigar lounge as part of the stay, while the Connaught's reputation rests more narrowly on its bar and restaurant, which come at extra cost per visit.
The Connaught Bar is the more beautiful room in London by a clear margin, but the Lanesborough is the more theatrical building to walk through, so it depends on whether you want restraint or spectacle.
The numbers
| The Connaught | The Lanesborough | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $5,314 | $1,716 |
| Guest rating | 9.6/10 | 10/10 |
| Reviews | 304 | 357 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 7 | 7 |
| Distance apart | 861 m |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only The Connaught has
Nothing on our list that The Lanesborough lacks.
Only The Lanesborough has
Nothing on our list that The Connaught lacks.
What guests actually say
The Connaught
- friendly, capable staff
- great location
- impeccable service
“Fabulous hotel. Impeccable staff. A real treat”
The Lanesborough
- attentive, friendly staff
- excellent breakfast
- beautiful decor
“Boutique hotel in great location. Beautiful decor throughout. Staff very attentive. Excellent breakfast”
Both sets of guests leave delighted, but Lanesborough reviewers add specific praise for breakfast and decor alongside the staff, giving them slightly more to rave about.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
The Connaught
- Grosvenor, Suite, King BedRoom Only$5,314
- Grosvenor, Suite, King BedRoom Only · free cancellation$6,251
- Grosvenor, Suite, King BedBreakfast Included · free cancellation$6,370
The Lanesborough
- Deluxe RoomRoom Only · free cancellation$1,716
- Deluxe RoomRoom Only$1,727
- Deluxe RoomBreakfast Included · free cancellation$1,780
In guests' own words
The Connaught
10/10
Fabulous hotel. Impeccable staff. A real treat
9/10
Excellent service and staff
The Lanesborough
10/10
“Wedding anniversary stay”
How attentive the staff members were.
10/10
“Luxury on a small and intimate scale”
Boutique hotel in great location. Beautiful decor throughout. Staff very attentive. Excellent breakfast
Nothing
9/10
“Wonderful stay, would happily stay again.”
The staff were all friendly and couldn’t do enough for you.
About each
The Connaught
Luxurious Accommodations : The Connaught, nestled in London's upscale Mayfair area, offers a sophisticated stay with bespoke butler and concierge services from the moment you arrive. Culinary Excellence : Indulge in award-winning dining at Hélène Darroze at The Connaught, boasting 3 AA Rosettes and 3 Michelin Stars, serving exquisite French-inspired…
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The Lanesborough
Luxurious Accommodation Indulge in 5-star luxury at The Lanesborough, overlooking Hyde Park in Knightsbridge. Enjoy air-conditioned rooms, a personal butler, and free WiFi for a truly lavish stay. World-Class Dining Savor exquisite cuisine at The Lanesborough Grill, offering a diverse menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Pair your meal with selections…
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Facilities, in full
The Connaught
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
The Lanesborough
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
Where they are
Carlos PlaceHyde Park Corner
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