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The Dorchester
London · United Kingdom
4.6(4,576)Google rating$$$$from ~$1,184 / night
- City
- Historic
- city breaks
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The Connaught
The Connaught, Carlos Pl, London W1K 2AL
- Five-StarForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026
- 4.7/5Google rating2,435 reviews · 19 Aug 2026
- 99.0/100La Liste19 Aug 2026
- 29.0/100The World's 50 Best Hotels19 Aug 2026
Best for
- food & wine
- city breaks
- business
- wellness
About The Connaught
The Connaught in London is recognised as an EMPTYJET Preferred property, offering guests a combination of British elegance and contemporary design. Dining options include Hélène Darroze at The Connaught, a Michelin-starred restaurant, and The Connaught Grill, which serves British cuisine. The Connaught Bar is a destination for acclaimed mixology. The Aman Spa provides a tranquil retreat, while personal butler service enhances suite stays with bespoke experiences.
The hotel has received notable accolades, including a Five-Star rating from Forbes Travel Guide for 2026, a place on The World's 50 Best Hotels list in 2025 at rank 29, and a La Liste score of 99/100 for 2026.
Why it stands out
The Connaught is listed for its EMPTYJET Preferred status, central London location, Michelin-starred dining, Aman Spa, and distinguished awards such as Forbes Five-Star and The World's 50 Best Hotels. Its combination of fine dining, renowned bar, and attentive butler service set a high standard for luxury hospitality.
Key facts
- Type
- City, Wellness
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Dining
- Fine dining — evidence: In our three Michelin-star restaurant, each dish celebrates seasonal produce
- Multiple restaurants — Hélène Darroze at The Connaught; The Connaught Grill
- Bar — The Connaught Bar, a destination for esteemed mixologists
Rooms
- Butler service — evidence: personal butlers and bespoke experiences setting a new standard for suite stays
Wellness
- Spa — Deep within The Connaught, the Aman Spa provides the perfect respite
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Spa & wellness
Verified 19 Aug 2026Services
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
Location
51.5103, -0.1498Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
- Official hotel websiteOfficial3 fields
- Serper (Google Maps data)Places provider7 fields
- WikidataEncyclopedia1 field
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