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The Lanesborough vs The Main House

Both The Main House and The Lanesborough are rated very highly by writers. On balance, The Lanesborough is the choice of most professionals compared to The Main House. The Lanesborough ranks #22 in London with praise from 10 reviewers including Jetsetter, Fodor's and Michelin Guide.

The Lanesborough
The Lanesborough
8 / 10
Hyde Park Corner, London SW1X 7TA
From $649 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Lavishly appointed rooms with impressive technological extras."
Fodor's Fodor's
"If you're willing to spend, spend, spend, this hotel is for you." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"An excellent staff, luxurious touches, and exclusive location on the busiest corner of Hyde Park make the Lanesborough a great luxury pick." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Considered one of London’s more historic luxury hotels, the Lanesborough was in fact redeveloped – impressively – only in 1991." Full review
Insight Guides 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."
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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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