London, United Kingdom
Claridge's: Legendary 1856 Mayfair Art Deco palace on Brook Street with Claridge’s Restaurant and subterranean spa
Commanding a legendary corner on Brook Street in the heart of Mayfair in London, United Kingdom (operating continuously since 1856 and famously known as the ‘annexe to Buckingham Palace’ for hosting kings, queens, and heads of state for over 160 years), Claridge's opened as an enduring symbol of British royalty and Art Deco glamour. The 190-room luxury palace features iconic black-and-white chevron marble lobbies, Dale Chihuly glass chandeliers, and Lalique crystal door handles. Featuring the acclaimed dining room Claridge’s Restaurant, the world-famous Foyer & Reading Room (London’s most prestigious afternoon tea institution), the intimate Painter’s Room cocktail bar, the subterranean Claridge’s Spa with its 25-metre heated swimming pool, and dedicated private butler service, this property is London’s ultimate luxury hotel.
Arrival introduces travelers to unvarnished Mayfair royal majesty: liveried footmen and doormen greet guests beneath the wrought-iron canopy on Brook Street before entering the iconic black-and-white marble foyer with chilled champagne, cold scented towels, and live harp melodies. Day-one logistics focus on coordinating bespoke London shopping, cultural, and royal pursuits: walking to the luxury fashion flagships of Bond Street and Mount Street (2 minutes on foot), strolling through Hyde Park and Berkeley Square (5 minutes away), exploring West End theatres and Royal Academy of Arts (10 minutes away), swimming in the subterranean 25-metre heated pool beneath natural stone arches, indulging in bespoke wellness therapies at Claridge’s Spa, enjoying the world-famous afternoon tea in The Foyer, and reserving dinner at Claridge’s Restaurant.
Palace living balances vibrant Mayfair society with serene subterranean wellness: the multi-level Claridge’s Spa features private treatment suites, steam rooms, saunas, the 25-metre heated pool, and therapies utilizing organic botanicals, FaceGym master facials, and traditional Japanese wellness. Dining is an extraordinary British culinary summit: refined modern British gastronomy at Claridge’s Restaurant (featuring native oysters, Dover sole, roasted Norfolk duck, and Grand Crus), world-famous afternoon tea in The Foyer, and artisan cocktails in the Painter’s Room and Fumoir.
Accommodations comprise 190 rooms and luxury suites styled in classic Victorian and Art Deco elegance by designers including Thierry Despont and Bryan O'Sullivan ranging from 38 to 220 square metres. Each residence features custom burr walnut furniture, original Art Deco lighting, views of Mayfair or quiet courtyards, plush king beds with custom linens, and marble bathrooms with deep soaking bathtubs and Bamford amenities.
Heritage purists, royal enthusiasts, and luxury travelers seeking 1856 Art Deco palace prestige, world-famous afternoon tea, and Claridge’s Spa in London should book Claridge's without hesitation. Travelers seeking generic glass modern chains should look elsewhere. Grounded review consensus confirms legendary standing with a 4.9 out of 5 on Tripadvisor across 3,600 reviews and a 4.8 out of 5 on Google across 4,400 reviews.
First day
- Arrive on Brook Street in Mayfair, step across the black-and-white marble foyer of Claridge's, and check in.
- Check into your Art Deco Suite, admire the burr walnut woodwork, and visit the subterranean spa pool.
- Dine at Claridge’s Restaurant.
What guests say
Hotel Flock Score
Exceptional
Based on 8k published ratings
Category breakdown
Guests Love
1856 Art Deco Palace & Foyer Afternoon Tea
Guests revere the historic Mayfair elegance, Foyer afternoon tea, subterranean pool, Claridge’s food, and legendary staff.
Claridge’s Restaurant & Subterranean Pool
Reviewers consistently praise the Dover sole, 25m spa pool, Painter’s Room cocktails, quiet rooms, and Bond Street proximity.
Guests Warn
The World’s Most Iconic Luxury Hotel
Visitors love the unmatched history, royal prestige, and authentic Art Deco glamour.
Legendary British Hospitality
Travelers celebrate the flawless, warm, and discrete service from footmen to butlers.
The overall score is a review-count-weighted average of named public platforms, normalized to /10. Category scores — including cleanliness and location — are Hotel Flock editorial readings of those reviews, not a platform's private formula. Hotel Flock is not affiliated with Tripadvisor, Booking.com, Trivago, or any other review site.
Awards & Recognition
Historic 1856 Mayfair Art Deco Palace Landmark
Claridge's
World-Famous Foyer Afternoon Tea Institution
Condé Nast Traveler
Top Luxury Palace Hotel in the United Kingdom
Travel + Leisure
In the stay
- Full access to 25m subterranean heated pool, steam rooms, saunas, and 24-hour gym
- Full cooked-to-order gourmet British breakfast daily with healthy options
- High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and 24-hour dedicated concierge and butler assistance
Usually extra
- –Claridge’s Restaurant multi-course tasting dinners and sommelier Grand Cru wine pairings
- –Claridge’s Spa customized FaceGym facial therapies and private body rituals
- –Private chauffeured airport transfers to/from London Heathrow (LHR) or private jet terminals
Good to Know
- The 190-room legendary 1856 Art Deco palace sits on Brook Street in Mayfair, London, Maybourne.
- Includes Claridge’s Restaurant, world-famous Foyer afternoon tea, Painter’s Room, and subterranean spa pool.
- Located on Brook Street in Mayfair, a 40-minute drive from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Editor's Note
Book an Art Deco Studio Suite with original 1930s geometric mirrors and a burr walnut dressing room, and experience the legendary afternoon tea in The Foyer beneath the Dale Chihuly chandelier.
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Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026