The Connaught
Old-guard British grand hotel with serious contemporary bones. Clubby and discreet — the kind of place where regulars are recognised and repeat guests get upgrades quietly honoured years later. Art-forward, with original works throughout. Not showy, but extremely assured.
The Connaught Bar operates no reservations — arrive early (doors open at 4pm) or expect to queue
Why It Matters
One of London's oldest and most storied luxury hotels, home to the twice-crowned World's Best Bar, a three-Michelin-star restaurant helmed by Hélène Darroze, and the first Aman Spa ever operated outside an Aman resort. Charles de Gaulle lived in suite 103 for roughly two years during World War II.
The Connaught has been anchoring Mayfair's Carlos Place since the early 19th century, and the weight of that history is felt the moment the doorman greets you by name. It's a proper grand hotel — 121 rooms and suites, a three-Michelin-star restaurant under Hélène Darroze, and a bar that has twice been named the best in the world — yet it carries none of the stiff formality you might expect. The 2007 renovation (£70 million, led by Guy Oliver and the late David Collins) refreshed everything without erasing what made it worth preserving. Fair warning: entry-level rooms run small, sometimes genuinely cramped at 21 sqm.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Coburg Suite
Newly unveiled. Light-filled sitting room with soft green sofa and armchairs, artwork, long drapes. A fresh, contemporary take on the classic suite format.
Connaught Suite
Sage green walls with gold detailing, velvet sofas, a marble fireplace, large chandelier, and windows overlooking the Mayfair streetscape. One of the more classically handsome rooms in the house.
Deluxe Room
Entry-level rooms at The Connaught. Honestly on the small side — multiple guests report suitcases blocking doors. But the finishes are excellent: Guy Oliver interiors, premium bedding, minibar, flat-screen TV, and impeccable housekeeping.
21 sqm
Grosvenor Suite
Reimagined by Guy Oliver. Separate living room with large bay windows, Thassos marble en suite with LCD TV. A classic-meets-contemporary feel that earns its flagship status among the hotel's mid-tier suites.
King · 56 sqmJunior Suite
Separate entrance hallway, elegant seating area, and white marble en suite bathroom. A proper step up from the standard rooms — enough space for two suitcases without a battle.
40 sqmKing's Lodge
The most theatrical room in the hotel. Mughal-inspired design by Guy Oliver, brought to life by artisans from Jordan to Afghanistan. Deep reds, terracotta and gold, intricate carved woodwork, lavish textiles. It's an entirely different world from the rest of the hotel — in the best possible way.
Superior Room
Redesigned by Guy Oliver, blending contemporary tones with period features and original art. Bay windows or window seats in many configurations. At 35 sqm there's actually room to breathe.
King · 35 sqmSutherland Suite
One of the signature suites — blush-toned walls, ornate ceiling mouldings, a grand piano by the window, cream sofas, pink ottoman, and a crystal chandelier. Very much the aesthetic of a cultured Mayfair drawing room.
The Apartment
The pinnacle suite. Vaulted ceilings, blue velvet sofas, a private balcony overlooking London's rooftops, and a rooftop terrace with outdoor dining. Up to 350 sqm. Personal butler included.
350 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
8 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A contemporary, playful take on the British tradition — the patisserie and sandwiches carry Jean-Georges Vongerichten's market-fresh sensibility. Served in the elegant Jean-Georges dining room.
Sample Hélène Darroze's Signature Baba with a trio of perfectly paired Armagnacs from the Darroze family's collection. A focused, intimate experience that puts the chef's culinary heritage front and centre.
A hidden, velvet-curtained private room within the Connaught Bar. Opens from dusk and can be reserved for private events of up to 20 guests.
A round dining table set on a Terrazzo dais directly beside the open kitchen, beneath Rochegaussen's original ceiling art. Chefs cook and present directly to the table. One of the more theatrical private dining formats in London.
The iconic Connaught Bar tableside Martini service. A trolley arrives fully equipped — select your aromatic bitters (several varieties), specify your preference, and watch the bartender prepare the Martini in front of you. The ceremony is as much the point as the drink.
A deep dive into The Connaught's wine cellar — rare and global vintages paired with Michelin-starred dishes from Hélène Darroze. Set beside a glass-walled wine cellar. Ideal for serious wine enthusiasts.
Periodic wine dinners celebrating The Connaught's long relationships with producers and their rare global collections.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Meeting room, laptop safe, and photocopier available. Staff speak Arabic, Spanish, Italian, German, and Russian.
Full in-room dining menu — bakery baskets, sushi, cocktail-hour platters, or full dinner for two. In-room massage treatments available at a £50 surcharge.
Multiple private dining and event spaces including the Maple Room (wood-panelled, coffered ceiling, seats for formal dinners), Champagne Room (up to 20 guests, within the Connaught Bar), and a full range for weddings through black-tie galas.
Personal butler service available for all suite guests. Can arrange bespoke in-room experiences, unpacking, concierge services.
Dedicated concierge team. Hotel also offers premium car service to/from airports.
Exercise machines, free weights, and personal training available. Open 24/7 for hotel guests and spa members only.
Serene, sleekly designed pool with white loungers along illuminated vertical panels. 1.2m depth. Open daily 7am–9pm. Family-friendly hours 9–11am and 3–5pm. Exclusive to hotel guests and Aman Spa members.
On-site and online shop carrying The Connaught's own branded products — including the house-distilled Connaught Bar Gin, gift vouchers, the Connaught Bar book, and curated lifestyle items.
Valet parking available. Nearby private parking lot also available.
Aromatic steam room within Aman Spa. Access included with 90-min+ treatment bookings. Exclusive to hotel guests and spa members.
External membership available for access to spa, pool, and gym, along with treatment discounts.
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