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The Goring vs The Main House

The Main House and The Goring are both praised by professional reviewers. Overall, The Goring is preferred by most professionals compared to The Main House. The Goring comes in at #6 in London with praise from 14 reviews including Jetsetter, Forbes Travel Guide and BlackBook.

The Goring
The Goring
9 / 10
Beeston Place, Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0JW
From $612 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Many of the attractive rooms overlook a peaceful garden."
Concierge Concierge
"Still run by the family that opened it in 1910, this "elegant property very much like a private English home" is adjacent to Buckingham Palace."
Fodor's Fodor's
"With Buckingham Palace just around the corner, this hotel, built in 1910 and now run by third-generation Gorings, has always been a favorite among discreet VIPs." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"It boasts special assets such as a lovely garden and London’s most sumptuous family rooms and children’s facilities."
Star Service Star Service
"While it does indeed offer guest rooms to rival most any in London in terms of quality, the real joy of a stay here is being in the tender care of wondrous people." Full review
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The Main House
The Main House
7 / 10
6 Colville Road, Notting Hill, London W11 2BP
From $0 /night
  • Free Internet
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Quirky guesthouse that manages to be both homely – thanks to some lovely period furniture – and chic; the rooms are huge."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The term home-from-home is bandied around all too frequently when hotels are discussed, but the Main House deserves the tag." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Thanks to posh ex-nightclub owner Caroline Main, you too can be a Notting Hill bohemian."
Fodor's Fodor's
"A stay in this delightfully welcoming B&B feels more like sleeping over at a friend's house than in a hotel—albeit a particularly wealthy and well-connected friend." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"In the heart of Notting Hill, this chic guesthouse features airy suites – one per floor. The decor combines modern elements and antiques."
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