15 best spa hotels in London for a soul-nourishing city break

Forget roses, chocolates and teddy bears. Only the best spa hotels in London will cut it as an acceptable Valentine’s Day gift to her, him (or self) this February – not least because London is one of the best cities in the world to wine, dine and unwind. From Balinese-inspired glamour at the Bulgari to hydrotherapy and ESPA facials at The Corinthia, your choice of pampering spa getaways in the capital are plentiful.

Of course, our curation of editor-approved spa hotels in London goes far beyond properties just offering incredible rooms, romantic restaurants and of course – excellent city views. The best luxury spa hotels in London boast all of the above, plus the most advanced state-of-the-art wellness facilities in the whole of the continent. Think: subterranean swimming pools, black diamond facials, cryotherapy sports massages, bio-feedback training, de-compression pods, ice baths and superfood clinics. That’s in addition to your come-as-standard hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas and daybeds.

Whether you’re looking to unwind with a deep tissue massage solo or embark on a romantic spa staycation with your partner, scroll ahead for our hit list of the best spa hotels in London serving up a slice of welcome respite.

Best spa hotels in London at a glance:

1. Best overall: The Corinthia
2. Best for afternoon tea: The Lanesborough
3. Best in East London: The Mondrian Shoreditch
4. Best in West London: The Westin London
5. Best subterranean spa: The Londoner

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Ahead, our pick of the best spa hotels in London to book into in 2023.