After a long day exploring the British Museum, walking through Hyde Park, or shopping in Mayfair, there is nothing quite like retreating to a historic London hotel and drawing a warm bath. London’s grand dame hotels are famous for their traditional, Victorian-style clawfoot tubs and modern marble soaking baths.
Here is where to find the best in-room bathtubs in the UK capital.
1. The Savoy
A London institution on the Strand, The Savoy seamlessly blends Edwardian and Art Deco design. The river-view suites feature massive, classic clawfoot bathtubs with Penhaligon’s bath amenities. You can soak in the tub while watching the boats drift down the River Thames.
2. The Ritz London
Located in Piccadilly, The Ritz offers unadulterated Louis XVI luxury. The bathrooms are entirely clad in pink marble, and the deep soaking tubs feature gold-plated swan-neck faucets. It is an incredibly regal experience that transports you straight to the Gilded Age.
3. The Ned
For a more modern, trendy take on historic luxury, The Ned in the City of London (housed in a former Midland Bank building) offers Soho House-style design. The Heritage suites feature freestanding roll-top bathtubs placed right in the bedroom, complete with Cowshed spa products.
Booking Advice
Historic London hotels often have smaller entry-level rooms due to the age of the buildings. To guarantee a bathtub, you must avoid “Classic” or “Superior” rooms, which often only feature rainfall showers. Always look for “Deluxe”, “Executive”, or “Suite” categories when browsing our verified London listings.
