10/10
“Staff were amazing, the friendliest hotel we have ever been to”
Amazing art deco design, fantastic location close to Knightsbridge, Oxford Street, Hyde Park and tube services
London · head to head
45 Park Lane vs Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: 45 Park Lane is $28 a night less. They are 280 metres apart.
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
$1,398/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $61 taxes & fees
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The honest take
Book the Four Seasons. It's $491 a night less, rated higher (10 vs 9.4 out of 10) across far more reviews, and holds the pool while 45 Park Lane doesn't. Both sit on Park Lane within a third of a kilometre of each other, so location isn't the deciding factor here - the room count, the facilities and the price all point the same way. 45 Park Lane still has a case if you want its specific circular glass building and steak restaurant, but on the numbers alone the Four Seasons wins.
The look and the feel
45 Park Lane
45 Park Lane is the newer, glossier of the two Candy & Candy-developed towers on this stretch, all curved glass and warm oak panelling, built to frame Hyde Park through floor-to-ceiling windows rather than compete with the older Mayfair stock around it. The lobby runs to polished stone and soft gold light, more contemporary hotel-as-residence than grand dame, and CUT by Wolfgang Puck downstairs does the modern American steakhouse thing in dark wood and leather booths. It draws a moneyed, design-conscious crowd who want new rather than storied.
Right for guests who want a sleek, modern room with unbroken Hyde Park views and don't mind paying a premium for newness.
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
The Four Seasons occupies a 1970 tower on Hamilton Place, one of the hotel's original openings and a fixture of Mayfair's postwar luxury landscape long before the brand became global shorthand for polish. Public rooms have been through several refreshes over the decades but keep a certain old-guard restraint - marble floors, muted golds, discreet service rather than spectacle - and the rooftop spa with its Hyde Park views is a genuine set piece rather than an afterthought. Pavyllon by Yannick Alléno and Bar Antoine bring a French sheen to the ground floor, and the clientele skews toward those who've been coming for years.
Right for guests who want the more storied, better-reviewed address, a proper spa, and pet-friendly rooms, all at a lower rate.
At the lower price, the Four Seasons gives up nothing on the list - it's 45 Park Lane that's missing the hot tub and pet allowance, and it's also the pricier of the two, so there's no real sacrifice here to justify its cost beyond the pool.
The Four Seasons is the more characterful place to be, carrying forty-plus years of Mayfair history and a proper rooftop spa, while 45 Park Lane's glass-and-oak modernity, though handsome, feels more like a well-appointed showroom.
The numbers
| 45 Park Lane | Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,370 | $1,398 |
| Guest rating | 9.4/10 | 10/10 |
| Reviews | 134 | 344 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 6 | 7 |
| Distance apart | 280 m |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only 45 Park Lane has
- Pool
Only Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane has
- Pet
- Hot tub
What guests actually say
45 Park Lane
- friendly, helpful staff
- great location on Park Lane
- roomy, comfortable rooms
“Amazing art deco design, fantastic location close to Knightsbridge, Oxford Street, Hyde Park and tube services”
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
- good location
- attentive staff
- nice breakfast
- bath did not work
- lacked charm
“Bath did not work, no charm for a four season”
45 Park Lane guests come away happier, as reviews consistently praise the staff, comfort and location without complaints, while Four Seasons had at least one guest citing broken facilities and lack of charm.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
45 Park Lane
- Studio, Park ViewRoom Only$1,743
- Deluxe RoomRoom Only$1,759
- Deluxe Room(1 King Bed)Room Only$1,759
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
- Superior, King BedRoom Only$1,391
- Superior, King Bed, City or Park ViewRoom Only$1,400
- Superior 1 King Bed, City or Park ViewRoom Only$1,423
In guests' own words
45 Park Lane
10/10
“Excellent hotel a must return stay!”
Lovely hotel. Perfect position on Park Lane. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great care taken to welcome our grandchildren. Rooms were roomy and very comfortable.
9/10
“Excellent”
Perfect
Was great
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
3/10
Location
Bath did not work, no charm for a four season
10/10
The breakfast was nice and staff were very attentive to details.
About each
45 Park Lane
Luxurious Accommodations with Stunning Views Unparalleled Dining Experience Convenient Location with Access to Leisure Activities Experience luxury at its finest at 45 Park Lane, where each room offers breathtaking views of Hyde Park and is equipped with top-notch amenities. Indulge in a culinary journey at the modern American steak restaurant, serving…
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Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
Luxurious Heritage in Mayfair In the heart of London's vibrant Mayfair, the Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane stands as a testament to luxurious heritage, redefining luxury since 1970. Culinary Delights and Rooftop Sanctuary Guests can indulge in the culinary wonders of Pavyllon London by Chef Yannick Alléno and enjoy a spirited escape at Bar Antoine.…
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Facilities, in full
45 Park Lane
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
Where they are
45 Park LaneHamilton Place, Park Lane
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