Victoria London, United Kingdom
Renovated
2018
Price
$$$
Outside the door
The brand
Dorchester CollectionPalace-side Edwardian showpiece
Red-uniformed doormen welcome guests into a maximalist interior of plush velvets, sparkling chandeliers, and views of royal carriage activity across the street.
What it’s good at
Notable
Attentive concierge service, Floris bath amenities, evening turndown treats, and polished dining with tableside carving trolleys.
Notable
An Edwardian brick building operating since 1912, retaining historical ties opposite the Buckingham Palace Royal Mews.
Notable
Traditional royal afternoon tea rituals in the Regency-styled Palace Lounge, accompanied by views of ceremonial carriage processions.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Sitting across from Buckingham Palace's Royal Mews, the address places Apollo Victoria Theatre, Hyde Park, and Westminster Abbey within walking distance.
The rooms
Bedrooms feature bold heritage wallpapers and royal portraits, with four-poster beds in selected suites and views over the Royal Mews.
Treatments
- Treatments
- In-room massage and beauty treatments available upon request.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
The English Grill
Silver trolleys carve Beef Wellington tableside beneath Murano glass chandeliers and polished timber panelling.
At the table
The Palace Lounge serves afternoon tea beside the Royal Mews, and the scarlet New York Bar hosts nightly live jazz.
How it began
Operating as a hotel since 1912, the building features London's largest living wall, with ten thousand plants covering its exterior facade.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.