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The SavoyvsSanderson London Hotel

Both The Savoy and Sanderson London Hotel are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Savoy is preferred by most writers compared to Sanderson London Hotel. The Savoy ranks #1 in London with positive reviews from 17 reviewers including Fodor's, Jetsetter and concierge.com.

The Savoy
9/10
The Strand, London WC2R 0EU
From $584/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Dripping with history, it’s as glamorous can be, with amazing decor throughout, classic bars... a Gordon Ramsay restaurant and gorgeously comfortable rooms."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Reopened in 2010 following a 3 year restoration, its luxurious bedrooms and stunning suites come in an Edwardian or art deco style."
Concierge Concierge
"The part-Edwardian, part–Art Deco building on the Strand in central London is an ideal spot to stay when in town for sightseeing."
Fodor's Fodor's
"One of London's most famous hotels has emerged from a £220 million renovation, and the old girl is looking like a superstar again." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Legendary 1889 Edwardian hotel near the Thames with two historic bars and its fair share of Art Deco glamour." Full review
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Choose from sleek, sultry Art Deco or light, frilly Edwardian.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Built on the site of the old Savoy Palace in 1889, the Savoy has welcomed the high, the mighty and the not untalented." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Loved by generations of visitors for its discreet mix of Edwardian neo-classical and art deco." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This legendary hotel was an afterthought. Richard D’Oyly Carte capitalized on the success of his Savoy Theatre by providing a place to stay."
Star Service Star Service
"Most guests looking for something special should opt for river-view suites or rooms with the unobstructed views of the Thames, London Eye, Parliament and Big Ben. " Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Situated close to both the city and the West End... The Savoy enjoys a spectacular position facing the Thames and overlooking Embankment Gardens."
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Sanderson London Hotel
8/10
50 Berners Street, London W1T 3NG
From $316/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Pure white bedrooms with idiosyncratic design touches such as a framed picture ... on the ceiling."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Travelers used to the sleek glitz of Manhattan design hotels will feel at home at the Sanderson." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"A noughties makeover by Philippe Starck and Denton Corker Marshall Architects turned the Grade II-listed Sanderson building... into a statement hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Sanderson’s witty decor – red lips sofa and a framed portrait that seems to hang in mid-air – is like a surreal stage set."
Star Service Star Service
"Inside is an armada of unique, custom designer seating and theatrical lighting. This whimsical hotel may lack the freakish lighting of sibling St. Martins Lane but none of the drama. " Full review
Gayot Gayot
"With over-the-top interiors designed by Philippe Starck, the property features some pretty extraordinary touches."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Suka, the new Malaysian restaurant on site, was masterminded by New York’s Zak Pelaccio, and the 300-square-foot guest rooms feel surprisingly large." Full review
BlackBook BlackBook
"The 91 rooms have Louis XIV-inspired furniture and no internal walls (i.e., the loos are see-through)."
Zagat Zagat
"Philippe Starck designed this luxury West End hotel in his signature contemporary style."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Liberace meets Philippe Starck in an 18th-century French bordello – and that's just the reception."
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