Bathed in natural light from towering windows, the lobby hums with soft jazz as the scent of fresh peonies lingers in the air. Rooms are sanctuaries of calm, with floor-to-ceiling windows, handcrafted British furnishings and spa-like marble bathrooms that are filled with deep-soaking tubs and Oscar de la Renta amenities. The Peninsula Spa offers traditional Thai massages and an ozone-filtered swimming pool lined with loungers. Rooftop Cantonese restaurant Canton Blue serves exquisite dim sum while the Peninsula Afternoon Tea elevates a British tradition with handcrafted pastries beneath sparkling chandeliers. A fleet of chauffeur-driven Bentleys and bespoke in-room technology also do their parts to ensure every moment is seamless.
Our Inspector's Highlights
- The Peninsula London’s art collection features custom works by students of The Royal Drawing School. While each piece illustrates a different medium or style, they all depict British landscapes, giving the collection a uniquely cohesive and local feel.
- The two-story Peninsula Spa is a sanctuary of calm, with its warm stone walls, soft lighting, pastoral mosaics and elaborate treatments featuring high-end skincare brands like Margy’s Monte Carlo and Australia-based Subtle Energies. The highlight here is the indoor pool, lit from above panels that change color throughout the day to simulate natural light.
- The Peninsula London’s fleet of luxury vehicles, including a Rolls-Royce Phantom and a Bentley Bentayga, is no ordinary transfer service. Clad in bespoke Peninsula Green, the cars are equipped with Wi-Fi, chilled towels and chauffeurs with an encyclopedic knowledge of the city’s hidden gems.
- Each of the 190 rooms and suites feels like a private residence, with Peter Marino-designed interiors done with exquisite British craftsmanship. Luxurious highlights include deep-soaking tubs in honey onyx, bedside control panels and spacious walk-in closets large enough to accommodate your winter wardrobe.
- Those looking to explore more of London should opt for one of the luxury hotel’s Peninsula Academy experiences. Staff can arrange a guided visit to Bletchley Park (the historic World War II site where events from the award-winning film The Imitation Game took place), a private tour of the Brooklands Museum that includes a session in a Concorde simulator or a gemology class and viewing of the British crown jewels.
The Restaurants
- Perched on the eighth floor, the critically acclaimed Brooklands by Claude Bosi offers a seasonally changing tasting menu that showcases the best of Britain’s bounty. Aviation- and motorsport-themed decor, including a restored 1930s Brooklands racing car, adds a playful-yet-posh touch.
- The heart of the London hotel, The Lobby feels like a modern interpretation of a grand European cafe with soaring ceilings, plush banquettes and a live pianist adding to the ambiance. The must-try afternoon tea features delicate desserts — don’t miss the vanilla-infused scones with clotted cream.
- Designed by Hong Kong’s Henry Leung, Canton Blue is a visual masterpiece inspired by nautical trade that tells a story through dark wood paneling, porcelain accents and a backlit ceiling depicting constellations. Don’t miss the made-to-order dim sum — try the truffle-infused har gow — and the show-stopping Peking duck that’s carved tableside.
- A sleek, moody space with a retro-futuristic vibe, The Bar at Brooklands is a haven for cocktail enthusiasts. The Cloud 9, served in a glass dome filled with smoke, is as theatrical as it is delicious.
- The charming Peninsula Boutique & Cafe doubles as a patisserie, offering exquisite pastries, chocolates and artisanal teas best enjoyed while watching the bustling streets of Belgravia through the large picture windows. Be sure to grab a few gold foil-wrapped Peninsula chocolate bars for a decadent souvenir.
Getting There
1 Grosvenor Pl , London, SW1X 7HJ United Kingdom
TEL44-20-3959-2888
