3/10
Location
Bath did not work, no charm for a four season
London · head to head
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane vs The Lanesborough
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is $332 a night less. They are 250 metres apart.
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
$1,384/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $61 taxes & fees
The Lanesborough
$1,716/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $318 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
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The honest take
Both sit within a few hundred metres of each other at Hyde Park Corner, both are five-star with a perfect 10 guest rating, and both cost over a thousand dollars a night, so this comes down to what kind of grand hotel you want. The Lanesborough is £88 cheaper and gives every guest a butler and a Regency-era shell to stay inside; the Four Seasons is the better bet if you actually want to swim, since it has a pool and the Lanesborough does not. If a hot tub matters more than a pool, note the Four Seasons lacks the former while the Lanesborough has it. For most travellers choosing between these two, book the Lanesborough for atmosphere and book the Four Seasons for facilities.
The look and the feel
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
The Four Seasons Park Lane occupies a 1970s tower on Hamilton Place, and it reads as such: glassy, contemporary, refurbished over the decades into something sleek rather than antique. The lobby favours pale stone, warm brass and orchid arrangements over any sense of period grandeur, and the rooftop spa trades history for a genuine amenity, panoramic views over Hyde Park while you get a massage. Pavyllon London by Yannick Alléno and Bar Antoine give the ground floor a modern, buzzy energy rather than a hushed one. It draws a crowd that wants five-star comfort with contemporary polish, not a stay inside a stately home.
Right for travellers who want polished contemporary luxury, a proper pool, and a rooftop spa with a view.
The Lanesborough
The Lanesborough occupies a Regency building that was once St George's Hospital, and it leans hard into that pedigree: high ceilings, fine plasterwork, deep carpets, a interior look that evokes an English country house transplanted into Knightsbridge. Every guest gets a personal butler, which shapes the whole experience toward old-school, individually attentive service rather than slick efficiency. The Lanesborough Grill and its wine list sit in rooms meant to feel like a private club, and the cigar lounge with its Cognac list doubles down on that register. It is a hotel for people who want the theatre of the English aristocratic house, not a modern tower.
Right for travellers who want the theatre of an English country house, a butler, and a cigar lounge over anything modern.
The Lanesborough, cheaper by £88, gives up the pool the Four Seasons offers, so anyone who wants to swim will feel the gap.
The Lanesborough is the more beautiful place to actually stand in, since its Regency plasterwork and butler service create a sense of occasion the Four Seasons' sleek 1970s tower does not attempt to match.
The numbers
| Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane | The Lanesborough | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,384 | $1,716 |
| Guest rating | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Reviews | 344 | 357 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 7 | 7 |
| Distance apart | 250 m |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane has
- Hot tub
Only The Lanesborough has
- Pool
What guests actually say
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
- attentive staff
- nice breakfast
- room maintenance issues
“Bath did not work, no charm for a four season”
The Lanesborough
- attentive, friendly staff
- great location
- excellent breakfast
“Boutique hotel in great location. Beautiful decor throughout. Staff very attentive. Excellent breakfast”
The Lanesborough's guests come away happier, as reviews consistently praise attentive staff, decor and breakfast with no recurring complaints, whereas Four Seasons had at least one guest cite a broken bath and lack of charm.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
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
The Lanesborough
- Deluxe RoomRoom Only · free cancellation$1,716
- Deluxe RoomRoom Only$1,727
- Deluxe RoomBreakfast Included · free cancellation$1,780
In guests' own words
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
10/10
The breakfast was nice and staff were very attentive to details.
The Lanesborough
10/10
“Wedding anniversary stay”
How attentive the staff members were.
10/10
“Luxury on a small and intimate scale”
Boutique hotel in great location. Beautiful decor throughout. Staff very attentive. Excellent breakfast
Nothing
9/10
“Wonderful stay, would happily stay again.”
The staff were all friendly and couldn’t do enough for you.
About each
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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The Lanesborough
Luxurious Accommodation Indulge in 5-star luxury at The Lanesborough, overlooking Hyde Park in Knightsbridge. Enjoy air-conditioned rooms, a personal butler, and free WiFi for a truly lavish stay. World-Class Dining Savor exquisite cuisine at The Lanesborough Grill, offering a diverse menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Pair your meal with selections…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Facilities, in full
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
The Lanesborough
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
Where they are
Hamilton Place, Park LaneHyde Park Corner
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