Luxury Hotel Pick – The Goring, London, England

Let’s head to London and highlight the elegance of The Goring in Belgravia.

Where is The Goring?

Nestled in the heart of London on the serene streets of Belgravia, The Goring is just a stone’s throw from Buckingham Palace. In fact, if you pulled a 1 wood from your golf bag and teed off from The Goring’s back lawn, you’d likely be shouting “Fore!” to those over at Buckingham Palace—it’s that close!

When was The Goring built or updated?

The Goring first opened its doors as a hotel back in 1910, and it’s kept things fresh ever since!

The latest spruce-up? A stunning refurbishment of its Michelin-starred The Dining Room blending timeless elegance with a modern touch—perfect for its next century of charm.

Why stay at The Goring?

For a cozy, quintessential English family vibe, The Goring is as authentic as it gets. Family-owned, the hotel’s warm, welcoming spirit flows through every interaction, making you feel like you’re walking into a home rather than a hotel. Perfectly located just a short stroll from Victoria Station, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Westminster, The Goring puts you right at the heart of London’s charms.

High tea on The Veranda? That’s the crown jewel! Noosa luxury travel expert Anthony Lee got the VIP treatment during his recent visit, giving it a hearty thumbs-up. “Enjoying high tea in such a classic 5-star English setting is truly special,” he shared. “Impeccable service, indulgent bites, and a selection of teas—and yes, a few bubbly surprises—made it unforgettable.”

How to get to The Goring?

Private transfers from London’s airports can be arranged for a smooth, fuss-free arrival. For those arriving by train or tube, The Goring is just a short walk from Victoria Station, which provides convenient connections to Gatwick Airport in the south and Heathrow Airport in the west.

Do you want to know about the nuts and bolts?

The Goring features eleven elegant suites, including a two-bedroom Royal Suite, plus fifty-seven guest rooms.

Dining is complete with the Michelin-starred Dining Room and the Veranda for its famous high tea. Between the two is the chic The Goring Cocktail Bar, perfect for a tipple.

Need a little privacy? There’s also an exclusive private dining area for those special moments.

How does the Goring describe their room style?

This is what The Goring says:

“The rooms are over six floors and have views of either The Goring Gardens or Beeston Place. Each room at The Goring has been individually decorated by renowned British designers, featuring selected wallpapers, crisp Italian linen, and lovingly crafted bespoke furniture. Refined elegance blends with subtle, state-of-the-art technology, including complimentary Wi-Fi, air conditioning, mood lighting and TV with digital on-demand entertainment. The marble bathrooms feature luxury Asprey amenities and the finest Egyptian towels and bathrobes.”

Want to hear something unique about The Goring?

The Goring holds the unique title of being London’s only 5-star hotel still privately owned by its founding family—a rarity that brings a wonderfully personal touch to every aspect of its service.

And speaking of unique, meet Teddy the Shetland! Each summer, Teddy takes up a seasonal “residency” in the garden grounds, adding a dash of charm and delight to your stay.

Who manages The Goring?

The hotel is privately owned and has been by the Goring family since its founding in 1911.

What luxury deal can Traveloso provide you?

Via our virtuoso affiliation, we can access exclusive rates that include a USD$100 food and beverage credit, upgrade on arrival subject to availability, early check in or late check out in subject to availability.

There are also some other benefits that can potentially be added.

….and another shot of Teddy.