10/10
“Wedding anniversary stay”
How attentive the staff members were.
London · head to head
The Lanesborough vs Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park is $93 a night less. They are 525 metres apart.
The Lanesborough
$1,665/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $318 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
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The honest take
These sit half a kilometre apart at Hyde Park Corner and Knightsbridge, and the rates are within $26 of each other, so this comes down to character rather than value. The Lanesborough has the higher guest score (10 vs 9.4) and the quieter, more clubbable feel of a private house; Mandarin Oriental has the deeper facility stack, with a 17-metre pool, 13 treatment rooms and Heston Blumenthal's two-Michelin-star Dinner. If you want a serious pool and a landmark restaurant, book the Mandarin Oriental. If you want the more theatrical, more English interior and don't need to swim laps, book The Lanesborough.
The look and the feel
The Lanesborough
The Lanesborough occupies a Regency building that was once St George's Hospital, and the conversion by Alberto Pinto leaned hard into that grandeur: deep reds and golds, silk-lined walls, fringed lampshades, a hush that feels closer to a private members' club than a hotel lobby. Every room comes with a butler, which sets the register for the whole place - discreet staff, low lighting, heavy curtains, a cigar lounge stocked with old Cognacs. It draws an older, moneyed, largely unbothered-by-trends crowd who want to be looked after rather than seen.
Guests who want the most private, old-money version of London luxury, with butler service and minimal fuss.
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park sits in a Victorian red-brick building on Knightsbridge, opposite Harvey Nichols, and the interiors mix Oriental touches - lacquer, silk, orchids - with contemporary British polish. The public rooms are brighter and more sociable than The Lanesborough's: the Mandarin Bar draws a cocktail crowd, The Rosebery does an award-winning afternoon tea, and Dinner by Heston Blumenthal is a genuine culinary destination rather than a hotel add-on. Rooms are individually decorated with marble bathrooms, and the basement holds a proper 17-metre pool and spa. It suits a guest who wants to eat and be photographed as much as to sleep.
Guests who want a serious spa and pool alongside a headline restaurant, in a livelier, more sociable hotel.
The Lanesborough has no listed swimming pool or the multi-restaurant spread Mandarin Oriental offers, so anyone wanting to swim laps or eat at a Michelin-starred table on-site will find that missing.
The Lanesborough is the more beautiful room to sit in, all Regency silk and lamplight, but Mandarin Oriental is the more interesting building to actually use, with the pool and Heston's kitchen giving it more to do.
The numbers
| The Lanesborough | Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,665 | $1,572 |
| Guest rating | 10/10 | 9.4/10 |
| Reviews | 357 | 491 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 7 | 7 |
| Distance apart | 525 m |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only The Lanesborough has
Nothing on our list that Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park lacks.
Only Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park has
Nothing on our list that The Lanesborough lacks.
What guests actually say
The Lanesborough
- attentive staff members
- excellent breakfast
- great location and decor
“Excellent grand hotel in a former hospital.”
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
- excellent location and service
- polite and helpful staff
- good breakfast variety
- some breakfast items charged extra
The Lanesborough's guests seem happier, as they repeatedly praise attentive staff and excellent breakfast with no complaints, while Mandarin Oriental guests note a minor gripe about extra breakfast charges.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
The Lanesborough
- Deluxe RoomRoom Only · free cancellation$1,716
- Deluxe RoomRoom Only$1,727
- Deluxe RoomBreakfast Included · free cancellation$1,780
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
- Superior King RoomRoom Only$1,572
- Superior King RoomRoom Only · free cancellation$1,600
- Superior Room, 1 King BedRoom Only$1,622
In guests' own words
The Lanesborough
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
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…
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Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
Luxurious Dining Experience Indulge in the exquisite two Michelin star restaurant by Heston Blumenthal, offering acclaimed British dishes, alongside Japanese cocktails and cuisine at The Aubrey. Award-winning afternoon tea awaits at The Rosebery, while cocktails can be savored at the contemporary Mandarin Bar. State-of-the-Art Spa and Wellness Facilities…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Facilities, in full
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
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
Where they are
Hyde Park Corner66 Knightsbridge
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