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The Ritz London

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Opened by renowned hotelier Cesar Ritz in 1906, The Ritz today still retains all the glamour and excitement synonymous with this world famous hotel. Perfectly located in a landmark position on Piccadilly in the heart of London's West End, the 136 room luxury hotel is ideally placed to suit both business and leisure visitors alike. Now totalling 111 bedrooms and 25 suites, the elegant rooms combine the original Louis XVI style interiors with modern day technology. Considered by many to be one of the most beautiful rooms in the world, The Michelin-starred Ritz Restaurant features a magnificent frescoed ceiling with west facing windows overlooking Green Park beyond. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, with a 'Live at The Ritz' Dinner Dance on Friday and Saturday evenings. The Ritz offers, most famously, daily Afternoon Tea service which has been popular since the hotel first opened. The stylishly updated Rivoli Bar was designed by Tessa Kennedy and features Art Deco styled interiors. Open daily with a bar menu. The Ritz London is a Grade II star listed building and in 2002 became the first hotel to receive the Royal Warrant from his Royal Highness The Prince of Wales for banqueting and catering services.
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Property amenities
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Babysitting
Highchairs available
Taxi service
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Concierge
Currency exchange
Newspaper
Butler service
Doorperson
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
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Ironing service
Shoeshine
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Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Additional bathroom
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Housekeeping
Minibar
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Interconnected rooms available
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Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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HOTEL CLASS
5.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Classic
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Chinese and 3 more
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simplybrunch wrote a review 13 Mar
London, United Kingdom17 contributions5 helpful votes
My daughter and I visited the Rivoli bar and then went for afternoon tea. Had the most amazing evening. Staff are truly wonderful. Brayan was exceptional. So polite and attentive. The sandwiches and cakes were delicious. They served a beautiful birthday cake too. The ambience is lovely too. Thank you for making our evening so memorable.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Dear simplybrunch, Thank you for your kind review about your Rivoli Bar and Afternoon Tea experiences. We hope to welcome you again soon for another memorable celebration. Best wishes, Saleh Gowili, General Manager at The Ritz London
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A Gosling wrote a review 2 Mar
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It was the first time on visiting the Ritz and we experienced the afternoon tea. It was magical from start to finish. Nothing was too much trouble and the food, service, atmosphere did not disappoint. It was really lovely and would 100% recommend. They made my birthday a very special one, thank you.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Dear A Gosling, Thank you for your kind review about your Afternoon Tea at our Hotel. We hope to see you soon for another magical experience. Best wishes, Saleh Gowili, General Manager at The Ritz London
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Julie S wrote a review 2 Mar
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We recently enjoyed the afternoon tea here to celebrate our Mums 80th birthday. Staff were wonderful & we received first class service from start to finish. Loved the decor, delicious food & ambiance. A day we will all remember! It was a truly amazing experience. Thank you for making my Mum feel so special.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Dear Julie S, I am very happy to read that you enjoyed your Afternoon Tea experience with us and that you had a wonderful celebration. We look forward to welcome you and your Mother back for another fantastic experience soon. Best wishes, Saleh Gowili, General Manager at The Ritz London
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amangiacavalli wrote a review Feb 2024
Lomazzo, Italy3 contributions
Everything is just perfect! The staff is the best you can find, especially the breakfast room staff in the morning, they anticipate your every wish. The rooms are spectacularly kept, clean, and everything is wonderful! You can't find a single flaw. A true paradise on earth.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Dear Alessandra, I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best wishes, Saleh Gowili, General Manager at The Ritz London
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sarahwilson1230 wrote a review Feb 2024
Birmingham, United Kingdom6 contributions
My Husband & I had the most amazing stay .. It was superb the whole experience.. From staff to facilities to food everything just perfect.. We will definately be returning hopefully next year for my Husbands Birthday Our room was upgraded on arrival to a beautiful suite,it was just something else. We ordered in room dining food was just excellent Also had breakfast at Hotel which was the best ever. Booked a table in the Rivoli Bar too that was spectacular. Just cant wait to go again felt so lucky & overwhelmed. We would like to sample the Ritz afternoon tea too next year..
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Room Tip: You must go to this Hotel It is a fanyastic experience
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Dear Mrs Wilson, I am very glad to hear that your husband and yourself enjoyed such a memorable stay with ourselves. I hope to see you back soon to enjoy either another fantastic stay or to experience our wonderful Afternoon Tea. Best wishes, Saleh Gowili, General Manager at The Ritz London
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Elaine C wrote a review Feb 2024
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On the 31st January 2024 I celebrated my 60th birthday at the Ritz...and I can tell you the "Ritz experience" as they call it, was all I could ever have dreamed of. The Palm Court at the Ritz is a wonderful setting for any celebration because every guest is made to feel extra special. Once seated at your table the treats just keep coming....once one tray is finished it is promptly replaced with another - and your teacup is never, ever empty. Waiters appear from nowhere to fill/refill your cup or glass. You watch beguiled by the skill and theatrical flair shown as champagne glasses are filled at your table! Once the sandwiches and pastry plates on the cake stand have been eaten (and replenished) out come the scones (plain and fruit) which are delivered to your table hot so you can indulge yourself further with the Ritz's very own jam and clotted cream. Before very long the dessert trolley will stop by your table to offer perhaps a slice of quince or honey cake. Or if you cannot make up your mind - a slice of each! The taste of the Ritz's honey cake is exquisite. Incredibly moist and utterly delicious. Finally the music from the piano changes key and the Palm Court comes alive to the sound of Happy Birthday! I sit thinking how wonderful it is that someone else has the same birthday as me... until an exquisite cake is set in front of me and my husband smiles knowingly. My pre-ordered surprise birthday cake is the lightest sponge with a mille fueille filling with raspberries and strawberries. Covered in white icing there's a greeting piped in chocolate; a white candle has been placed to the side. Attention to detail is what the Ritz is all about. By the way, no words could ever do justice to the taste of this delightful masterpiece. The remaining part of my uneaten cake is boxed up for me to take back to my hotel, put into the fridge and finish off the next morning! And it was just as delicious in the morning. Afternoon tea at The Ritz certainly did not disappoint. From the moment we arrived until we left every moment was perfect. The staff make perfection effortless and all of them ensured that 31st January 2024 would be a birthday I will long remember. Thank you all so very much.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Dear Elaine, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such a kind and detailed review of your experience at The Palm Court for afternoon tea. I am very glad to hear you enjoyed such a wonderful birthday surprise and we look forward to the next opportunity to welcome you back for more celebrations. Best wishes, Saleh Gowili, General Manager at The Ritz London
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Trail231026 wrote a review Feb 2024
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An outstanding establishment which goes over and above to welcome you and make your visit out of this world. Possibly one of the most beautiful interiors you will ever see and the Live at the Ritz dining experience is not to be missed. Make sure you sample some cocktails in the Rivoli Bar too!
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Dear Trail231026, Thank you for taking the time to review our hotel, Restaurant and Rivoli Bar. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great stay. Best wishes, Saleh Gowili, General Manager at The Ritz London
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Chantelle B wrote a review Feb 2024
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What an absolute crazily posh experience! Best way to celebrate another Vday together Workers so polite so overly helpful, so friendly Glass never empty & I never poured myself my own tea Such a relaxing and calming atmosphere Definitely needed to get away from our busy home life I loved the food & the whole vibe of the ritz I felt like royalty Thank you to the staff for making us feel very comfortable and the bed well I think I had the best night sleep in 33 years the pillows and mattress was like sleeping on clouds Amazing experience ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Room Tip: Entertainment charge of £55 per person in the restaurant plus 12.5% service charge Plus £70...
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Responded 12 Feb 2024
Dear Chantelle, I am very glad to hear that your partner and yourself enjoyed such a wonderful stay with ourselves to celebrate valentines day. We look forward to the next opportunity to make you feel like royalty again. Best wishes, Saleh Gowili, General Manager at The Ritz London
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sharon2010_01 wrote a review Feb 2024
Corby, United Kingdom56 contributions12 helpful votes
We went for afternoon tea for my birthday. Amazing place everything was superb from attentive staff and amazing food. Recommended for a special day out. Made my birthday extra special. Will be back soon and thank you to the lovely staff……..
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Responded 11 Feb 2024
Dear Sharon, It is our pleasure to have hosted your party and yourself for such wonderful birthday celebration. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back to The Ritz again next time. Best wishes, Saleh Gowili, General Manager at The Ritz London
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Helen T wrote a review Feb 2024
Manchester, United Kingdom27 contributions26 helpful votes
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The title of this review says it all. My husband and I stayed last Friday and also had the wonderful afternoon tea. I knew it was going to be special, but wow - this went far above what were already very high expectations. From the moment you get to the front door, you are treated like friends. A special mention to Fred who was so welcoming as soon as we arrived, and also to Beatrice who checked us in and took the time to show us around the hotel. Another special mention to Louis who took our bags to the room and had a great chat with my husband about West Ham and Man United. The hotel itself is breathtaking: the Ritz Restaurant dining area where we had breakfast, the Palm Court where we had afternoon tea and the Rivoli bar - all just gorgeous. We were kindly upgraded to a junior suite which was lovely. Bonus points for the GHD hairdryer in the room! The service however was second to none - I would happily go as far as saying we’ve never experienced service like it, and nothing was too much trouble. My husband has a dairy intolerance and it was no issue at all for the staff to create an amazing afternoon tea specially for him. We even had extra sandwiches delivered to the room! It really was service with a smile - I felt like a princess for the day. Thank you so much to the wonderful staff at The Ritz for your tirelessness in making your guests’ experiences so wonderful, and I do hope that you get this feedback personally. I really do hope to return one day!
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Responded 10 Feb 2024
Dear Helen, Thank you very much for your kind feedback. I am happy to hear you enjoyed your experience with us and I will be sure to share your lovely comments with the Team. We too hope to welcome you back soon. Best wishes, Saleh Gowili, General Manager at The Ritz London
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£824 - £1,239 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Ritz London
Which popular attractions are close to The Ritz London?
Nearby attractions include London Party Pub Crawl (0.2 miles), May Fair Bar (0.1 miles), and Regent Street (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Ritz London?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at The Ritz London?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at The Ritz London?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to The Ritz London?
Conveniently located restaurants include Smith & Whistle, Ormer Mayfair, and May Fair Kitchen.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Ritz London?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Ritz London?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Ritz London?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese, and Polish.
Are there any historical sites close to The Ritz London?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Houses of Parliament (0.9 miles), Tower of London (2.8 miles), and Churchill War Rooms (0.6 miles).
Does The Ritz London have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the city view available here.
Is The Ritz London accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.