The Ritz London

The property in full

In London and Dublin, The Ritz London presents itself as louis XVI interiors and strict dress protocol. What follows is our assessment of the accommodation, the front-of-house service, the food and beverage programme, and the day-to-day practicalities.

The property is built around piccadilly landmark, palm court service and formal dress code, and on those terms it serves landmark stays and formal occasions better than any competing address nearby. Guests looking for something else will find the fit imperfect.

Before booking, note that jacket and tie remain genuinely enforced in several rooms here. This is the detail most often missed, and the one that most often shapes how a guest remembers the property.

What sets it apart

• Piccadilly landmark
• Palm Court service
• Formal dress code

Guest policies

Age of admission

Check-in is restricted to guests aged 21 and over, with valid government photo identification presented on arrival.

Check-in times

Standard check-in begins at 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00. Earlier arrivals are held subject to housekeeping and availability.

Security deposit

Expect a credit card authorisation or cash deposit at check-in for incidental spending, released when you settle the bill.

House rules

Guest rooms are non-smoking throughout. Assistance animals are accepted; other animals are at the property's discretion.

Practical questions