Best Hotel Bars In London

London has some of the best, most luxurious staycation spots in the world... and with every great hotel, comes a great bar. No expense is spared with the decor, incredible interior designers and brilliant baristas. London's best hotel bars truly represent some of the upper echelons of world-class bartending; want to hear more? Take a look through our list for some of the finest city spots.

Last updated on 19th October 2023




The Luggage Room

Searching for the best hotel bars London's Mayfair? Far from your typical watering hole, The Luggage Room is a decadent 1920s-style spot. To be let in, you'll need to find the unassuming black door before telling your name to the person on the other side through a sliding hatch. The effort will be worth it when you're met with jazz music and elegant cocktails in this chic late-night drinking spot.

The Den at St Martins Lane

The Den is a relaxed, stylish and sophisticated spot to unwind inside the St. Martin's Lane hotel. Kitted out with leather sofas and warm lighting, quirky artworks serve as a conversation starter and there's a menu of bespoke G&Ts that any gin lover will need to check out. Come for a divine Afternoon Tea experience or just decompress with a couple of drinks at this hidden bar in amongst the bustle of Covent Garden.

Silverleaf

Located in Pan Pacific London, Silverleaf is a hotel bar touting luxe interiors and a crackin' cocktail menu. Designed by Tom Dixon, this top-notch haunt has a glorious main bar area, alongside a semi-private space for those of you seeking sultry sips. Thirsty? Opt for a sake-laced drink.

Fox & Anchor

Dating back to the late Victorian era, the Fox & Anchor makes an elegant impression with its grand mahogany doors, etched glass and heavy brass interiors. This is one stylish and historic venue to host your after-work drinks, and there's a mighty impressive selection of seasonal British food on cue if you fancy dining. The venue comes complete with 6 stunning boutique hotel rooms - each rich with history and style - tying into the history of the pub.

Lyaness

Run by bartender royalty, Lyaness is one of London's best hotel cocktail bars, based in Southwark. Based on the ground floor of Sea Containers, the bar is elegantly decorated, boasting jaw-dropping views of the idyllic River Thames. Shunning classic cocktails, Ryan Chetiyawardana redefines recipes with a drinks menu is split into a number of subsections and created using house-made ingredients.

NYX Hotel London Holborn

Searching for stunning Holborn spots? Look no further than this luxe hotel bar, NYX Eat, Drink & Play. Fronting quirky interiors and artwork based on pop culture, the modern watering hole slings out cracking cocktails - we mean over 20 different mezcals to choose from.