"Once again the Goring delivered its usual excellence. Every staff member made us so welcome, but a special thank you to Andrea in the bar for whom nothing was too much trouble. Looking forward to our next visit."

"This was our first time at the Goring hotel , my wife particularly wanted to go because of the links to British royalty and its patronage by senior royals over the years . Arriving at the hotel , in its quiet street location , just around the corner from Buckingham Palace , to be greeted by professional doormen in their liveried coats , who valet the car and whisk you through the room assignment process is a special experience and sets you up for what’s to come . Although it has every right to be stuffy and pretentious given its client history , in reality , the hotel , through its staff , transmits a warm , friendly and accommodating environment . The public areas are as tastefully and elegantly decorated as you’d expect from a 5 star establishment, the bar and lounge area , with live piano music is all you’d expect , and the service , from the moment you walk through the front doors , is exemplary. Our room had crisp linen bedding , air conditioning ,complimentary ,water , fruit and chocolates , with all the attendant en-suite luxury , robes, slippers and Jo Malone toiletries . Breakfast was served in the Michelin starred restaurant and was simply perfect . There are many beautiful top end hotels in London , but for understated and quintessentially British hospitality , I think it would be very hard not to choose The Goring as the benchmark . On departure one of the young ladies even came out to give my wife a parting gift of an Easter egg , it being Easter Sunday ..a real touch of class . We will definitely be back !"

"The Goring Hotel is incredible. Rahul at the door- a hard worker that I sadly did not have any cash for a tip that he really deserved and was very gracious when I apologised up front. Bad guest! He scored us a taxi in the rain. I feel like dropping off a tip next week when I have time. I took my family for Mothers Day Tea and it was sublime. The service, atmosphere, and food * drink were fantastic. The Goring has such history and charm its a must in London."

"We rarely give a 5 star review. If I could give 6 I would. The most beautiful hotel, spotlessly clean, every member of staff attentive and polite, and overall service outstanding. If you want to treat yourself, there’s nowhere better in London in my opinion."

"I had wanted to stay at The Goring for some time, and it absolutely did not disappoint. Beyond the well-known headlines (London’s last family-owned five-star hotel, and of course where the Princess of Wales spent the night before her wedding), The Goring more than lived up to every expectation. To describe it simply as “quintessential British luxury” doesn’t quite do it justice. There is personality everywhere. Staying here feels less like checking into a hotel and more like arriving at a very elegant London home, one where the welcome is warm and entirely genuine (and the host conveniently holds a Michelin star). We stayed for two nights as a base for a theatre trip and for my daughter’s West End audition. Although slightly outside our usual West End epicentre, we deliberately chose Belgravia this time, and were so pleased we did. The location is superb: peaceful and refined, yet just 10 minutes by taxi to the theatres and within easy walking distance of Buckingham Palace, Knightsbridge, Mayfair, Chelsea, Westminster and Hyde Park. The hotel itself is immaculate. At 115 years old, it feels timeless rather than historic. From the moment head doorman Peter, who has recently celebrated his 60th year at the hotel, opened the door for us, we were welcomed like old friends. We were greeted by name and ushered into surroundings that combine understated grandeur with comfort. Check-in was seamless. Our bags disappeared almost as quickly as we were invited into The Goring Bar, where a perfectly made Negroni was already waiting, an inspired antidote to a four-hour journey. We were very kindly upgraded to a Belgravia Suite, which was a thoughtful touch and gave my daughter some extra privacy (and possibly protection from a father’s alleged snoring). The suite was beautifully appointed: silk-lined walls and elegant furnishings alongside modern technology and every amenity you could wish for. Champagne, chocolates and West End-themed treats for my daughter were waiting in the room, a small but meaningful gesture. The bathroom was spacious and beautifully appointed, with marble finishes, heated floors, separate bath and large shower, plush robes and Jo Loves toiletries, a nice nod to a Belgravia neighbour. The bed was among the most comfortable we’ve slept in anywhere, with an excellent pillow selection ensuring a perfect night’s sleep. As we explored the hotel, including a personal tour by the extremely knowledgeable and passionate Charlotte, we began to discover the more playful side of the property, revealing the personality of both the hotel and the family behind it. Mischievous monkeys hide within the hand-painted wallcoverings; a family portrait depicts generations reimagined as The Beatles; and seemingly formal paintings, which on closer inspection, place Queen Victoria alongside Edmund Blackadder and Snoop Dogg, dressed improbably as a shepherd. It is these unexpected touches that quietly distinguish The Goring from its peers. Dinner on our first evening was in the hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant, and again expectations were exceeded. Contemporary seasonal British cuisine, beautifully presented, paired with an exceptional wine list (a 2014 Puligny-Montrachet proved too hard to resist). Despite its reputation, the dining room felt relaxed and welcoming rather than overly formal. We were served by Laura and Conley (“Con”), both exceptional, knowledgeable, conversational, warm and genuinely interested in our stay. They discussed the menu in detail, remembered my daughter’s audition, and engaged with us in a way that felt personal rather than procedural. The kitchen also happily adapted a dish to suit my daughter’s preferences; the result was excellent; her plate left spotless. Breakfast on both mornings was equally impressive, and once again delivered with friendly, attentive service. And that really sums up The Goring. The elegance, heritage and refinement are exactly as you would expect for a hotel of its standing, but it is the service that truly sets it apart. Every member of the team, from Peter at the door to Michael, the Managing Director, from the concierge to housekeeping and the bar team (who made me more than one superb Negroni), took the time to speak with us and make us feel known. Luxury without pretension is rare. The Goring achieves it effortlessly. We’re already planning our return."