The Lanesborough vs The Chesterfield Mayfair
The Chesterfield Mayfair and The Lanesborough are both rated highly by travel writers. Overall, The Chesterfield Mayfair is the choice of most professionals compared to The Lanesborough. The Chesterfield Mayfair is ranked #26 in London with approval from 14 reviews such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
The Lanesborough
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Hyde Park Corner, London SW1X 7TA
From $649 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Lavishly appointed rooms with impressive technological extras."
Fodor's
"If you're willing to spend, spend, spend, this hotel is for you."
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Oyster
Luxury
"An excellent staff, luxurious touches, and exclusive location on the busiest corner of Hyde Park make the Lanesborough a great luxury pick."
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Time Out
"Considered one of London’s more historic luxury hotels, the Lanesborough was in fact redeveloped – impressively – only in 1991."
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Insight Guides
"Deluxe hotel overlooking Hyde Park Corner. The stately neoclassical facade of the former St George’s hospital complements the opulent Regency-style interior."
Star Service
"Remains one of the permanent members on London's short list of stellar hotels, a blend of the traditional sophistication of the Dorchester with the consummate service and amenities of the Four Seasons."
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Gayot
"This hotel is noted for having all the latest high-tech gadgetry --- cleverly concealed within a sea of mahogany furnishings."
Travel + Leisure
"A Georgian-style building overlooking Hyde Park, the Lanesborough maintains the elegance of an 18th-century private residence."
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Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"The Lanesborough is one of the city’s most regal hotels, not to mention an ideal base for exploring nearby Hyde Park, Piccadilly and Knightsbridge."
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Star Service
"Built in 1828 and located in the swankiest area of London, opposite Hyde Park and a 10-minute walk from Harrodshis Regency gem has been comprehensively and meticulously refurbished."
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The Chesterfield Mayfair
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35 Charles Street, Mayfair, London W1J 5EB
From $222 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"An assuredly English feel to this Georgian house. Discreet lobby leads to a clubby bar and wood panelled library. Individua lly decorated bedrooms, with some antique pieces. Intimate and..."
Frommer's
"Only in super-expensive Mayfair could the Chesterfield be considered a bargain, but it serves up that ritzy grand hotel feeling... still sports venerable features that evoke an air of nobility."
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Fodor's
"Deep in the heart of Mayfair, the former town house of the Earl of Chesterfield welcomes guests in wood-and-leather public rooms that match the dark-wood furnishings in the bedrooms."
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Oyster
Upscale
"This 107-room hotel has traditional Victorian decor, including a grand chandelier in the lobby and portraits on the walls."
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DK Eyewitness
"A welcoming luxury hotel near Berkeley Square, the Chesterfield offers a variety of rooms... there’s underfloor heating in the marble bathrooms and free use of a nearby health club."
Star Service
"The credo here is "No request too large, no detail too small," ensuring that guests' preferences are recorded, that bottled water awaits in their quarters, and that room service is always on call. "
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Star Service
"Plainly put, this is a sophisticated contemporary hotel with a human touch and human scale, a livelier version of the smaller, more refined One Aldwych."
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Gayot
"With a thorough refurbishment, The Chesterfield was brought up to the standards one would expect from such an excellent address."
Travel + Leisure
"This boutique property near Green Park brings to the table two important features hard to come by at many grand London hotels: personalized service and an intimate setting."
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Zagat
"This upscale Mayfair option offers individually decorated rooms and suites featuring elegant details such as rich fabrics and patterned wallpaper."