If you stayed in a cool London hotel and didn’t post it on Slaylebrity, did you really stay in a cool London hotel?
London is one of the most photogenic cities in the world, so when you’re staying in the capital, it’s only natural to want your hotel to live up to the same snap-worthy standards. From ornate buildings steeped in history to modern design, beautiful bars, gorgeous restaurants and incredible detail, we’ve rounded up the most Slaylebrity worthy hotels in London for a picture-perfect stay.
The most Instagrammable hotels in London
The Ned
From pretty panelling to ornate lighting and checkerboard flooring, The Ned is destined for the ‘gram. Located in a former bank building, the hotel boasts ten restaurants, indoor and rooftop pools, and a spa, meaning you can shoot your Instagram shots here from noon until night, always with a new and interesting backdrop.
WHERE: 27 POULTRY, LONDON EC2R 8AJ
WEBSITE: WWW.THENED.COM
The Mandrake
Iconic, magical and mysterious, the moment you enter The Mandrake’s velvet curtain-lined entrance walkway, you’re transported worlds away from the bustling city outside.
Creativity runs through the hotel’s walls, with surrealist sculptures, striking art and gothic chandeliers being just some of the unique touches you can expect. Don’t miss your chance to snap the hotel’s incredible terrace either, draped in a three-story canopy of hanging plants.
WHERE: 20-21 NEWMAN ST, LONDON W1T 1PG
WEBSITE: WWW.THEMANDRAKE.COM
Andaz London
Is this London’s most instagrammable lobby?! Step inside Andaz London and take in the graffiti-style artwork adorning the walls, cosy up in the cushioned corners for a photoshoot, and enjoy a sip or two at the lobby bar. It’s the perfect spot for guests who have just got in at Liverpool Street Station and want to be immediately wowed.
Another of our favourite snappable spaces at this hotel is the 1901 wine bar – inspired by classical architecture, the building’s historic railway past, and a sprinkling of modern East London style.
WHERE: 40 LIVERPOOL ST, LONDON EC2M 7QN
WEBSITE: WWW.HYATT.COM
Blake’s
London’s first five-star boutique hotel, Blake’s achieved something no other hotel in London had done at the time and created a space that felt more like an especially chic private house, and it still reigns supreme when it comes to dazzling interiors. Every corner is ready to be snapped for the ‘gram – expect dark walls, mirrors and opulent accents. Every room and suite has its own concept, and the versatility means that the snap-worthy possibilities are endless.
If the interiors weren’t enough, the hotel also boasts its own private courtyard, complete with a “gilded cage”, brightly painted murals and a galloping zebra installation, all of which makes the perfect Instagram opportunity.
WHERE: 33 ROLAND GARDENS, SOUTH KENSINGTON, LONDON SW7 3PF
WEBSITE: WWW.BLAKESHOTELS.COM
The Hoxton Holborn
With its urban industrial style, chic open-plan lounge spaces and pastel pink seating, the character of The Hoxton Holborn is every Instagrammers dream – filled with cosy corners for the city’s remote workers to hunker down and get some work done in creative surroundings.
WHERE: 199-206 HIGH HOLBORN, LONDON WC1V 7BD
WEBSITE: WWW.THEHOXTON.COM
Shangri-La The Shard, London
The hotel on every Londoner’s bucket list, Shangri-La The Shard has killer views that stand on their own – even without the hotel’s stunning interiors.
For the ultimate shot, it’s got to be the Sky Pool where you can have a swim, and watch the sun go down over the capital with a drink after-hours. Retreat to your room to get the sky-high bath shot on all our slaylebrity feeds, then grab a spot at TING the next morning for sweeping breakfast views.
WHERE: 31 ST THOMAS ST, LONDON SE1 9QU
WEBSITE: WWW.SHANGRI-LA.COM
Kimpton Fitzroy
You know you’re in for a treat every time you go to the Kimpton Fitzroy – home to a host of instagrammable spaces like Galvin Bar & Grill, a grand entrance foyer, and the art deco Fitz’s Bar complete with a shimmering disco ball that sparkles into the early hours.
Grab an expertly cocktail to snap against the plush velvet seating and you’ve got a recipe for Slaylebrity success.
WHERE: 1-8 RUSSELL SQ, LONDON WC1B 5BE
WEBSITE: WWW.KIMPTONFITZROYLONDON.COM
The Standard
A favourite amongst Londoners, The Standard’s colourful, playful interiors make the perfect bold colour scheme for your Insta feed. Bathrooms feature stripy black-and-pink tiled walls, while fixtures like taps are a contrasting mint green. Some suites also have their own terraces, complete with outdoor bathtubs that overlook St Pancras train station.
The exterior also makes for an interesting shot, with a red, bubble-like elevator scaling up and down the building. It was designed as a nod to London buses, and is a sharp contrast to the rest of the building.
WHERE: 10 ARGYLE ST, LONDON WC1H 8EG
WEBSITE: WWW.STANDARDHOTELS.COM
Ham Yard Hotel
A member of the Firmdale Hotel family, with Kit Kemp at the helm of the design, the Ham Yard Hotel certainly doesn’t do interiors in half measures, reflecting Kit Kemp’s signature aesthetic and her love for textures and prints.
Aside from the gorgeous guest rooms and unique interiors in every room, the hotel is also one of London’s most interesting, boasting indoor and outdoor dining areas, 24 apartments, curated specialty shops, a movie theatre, a spa, a rooftop terrace, an orangery, and a 1950s bowling alley. A picture-perfect place you’ll never want to leave.
WHERE: 1 HAM YARD, LONDON W1D 7DT
WEBSITE: WWW.FIRMDALEHOTELS.COM
nhow London
nhow London is by far one of London’s most original hotels when it comes to décor. Expect a giant Big Ben rocket, a London Underground themed gym, a striking LED fireplace, and pop-art – just a few of the hotel’s attention-grabbing design details. The space is bright and creative, the perfect spot for snaps with an eye-catching background, or a day of inspirational coworking from their colourful lobby.
WHERE: 2 MACCLESFIELD RD, LONDON EC1V 8DG
WEBSITE: WWW.NHOW-HOTELS.COM
The Londoner
Describing itself as the world’s first super-boutique hotel, The Londoner is a new iconic addition to the city’s hotel scene. Spanning sixteen stories above and below ground, the hotel’s interiors celebrate theatrical performance – a nod to its central Leicester Square location. Think modern, seductive ambience with intimate seating and mirrored ceilings.
The jewel in the hotel’s snappable crown however, is the open-air terrace at the 8 At The Londoner Restaurant, where leafy foliage is paired with intricate installations and a suspended rope sculpture hung above the fireplace.
WHERE: 38 LEICESTER SQUARE, LONDON WC2H 7DX
WEBSITE: WWW.THELONDONER.COM
By The Handbook