The hype
Guests are blown away by the service and the lobby's 'wow' factor, but many feel the standard rooms need a refresh.
The Savoy
$800-1200+/ nacht
Boek dit als You want the absolute quintessential 'London Grand Dame' experience and don't mind paying a premium for history.
Waarom mensen ervan houden
- The legendary American Bar (oldest cocktail bar in London)
- River Thames views that Monet actually painted
- Service that feels like a well-oiled royal machine
Snel Overzicht: It's a bucket-list legend that mostly lives up to the hype, provided you skip the entry-level rooms and ignore the £45 breakfast price tag.
Beoordeeld door @vivis.voyage: I felt like British royalty staying here. The historic Red Lift is such a cool detail, and my suite was massive. Honestly, soaking in the tub with that window view was the highlight of my trip. Don't skip a martini at the bar downstairs!
Gast die hier verbleef zei
Reality check
You're paying for the lobby, the location, and the name—unless you book a River View room, the actual bedroom can feel underwhelmingly 'classic' (read: old).
- You love Art Deco glamour and dressing up for dinner
- You want to be steps from Covent Garden and the West End theatres
- You appreciate old-school, formal service (doormen in top hats)
Schoonmaak & Onderhoud
8.5
- Housekeeping: Impeccable daily service with turndown. They don't miss a beat on tidying.
- Bathroom hygiene: Generally spotless, but older bathrooms show age in the grout and tile wear.
- Maintenance: Some reports of 'tired' furniture and noisy radiators in non-renovated rooms.
- Linens & towels: Thick, fluffy, and high thread count. No complaints here.
- Odors & scents: The lobby smells of the signature Savoy scent; rooms are fresh, no mustiness.
Sleepability™
7.5STIL
0-4LUID
4-7.5GEMATIGD
7.5-10STIL
- Internal plumbing/radiator clanking in older wings
- Hallway noise due to heavy doors
Voordat je boekt
Goed om te weten
- The 'American Bar' is walk-in only and queues start early; go right at opening.
- The 'Beaufort Bar' is darker, sexier, and often has a DJ—better for date night.
- Afternoon Tea in the Thames Foyer is iconic but requires booking weeks in advance.
Wat je mee moet nemen
- Smart casual outfits (no shorts/flip-flops in the main bars after 5pm)
- Swimsuit for the heated atrium pool
Kamer Genie
Beste keuzes
- Luxury King River View (The sweet spot for views without the suite price tag)
- Junior Suite River View (For the full Monet experience)
Kamers om te vermijden
- Superior Queen (Smallest category, often dark with courtyard/wall views)
- Rooms near the service elevators in the main block (noise risk)
Kamer Aanvraag Genie – kopiëren en plakken
“I would appreciate a room in the River Wing if possible, ideally away from the service elevators. If a River View isn't available, a high-floor room facing the courtyard is preferred over a lower floor.”
Veelgestelde vragen & Verborgen tips
Alles wat je eigenlijk wilt weten voordat je boekt.
Is breakfast included?
Rarely. Expect to pay ~£40-50 per person for the full Savoy Breakfast unless you book a specific package.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, a heated indoor pool in a glass-roofed atrium. It has a jet stream for swimming laps.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, dogs under 25lbs (11kg) are welcome for a £25/day fee. They get a bed and bowls.
What is the dress code?
Smart casual. 'Elegant' is the keyword. No sportswear in the bars or restaurants.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is ~£70 per 24 hours. There is no self-park on site.
What is the service charge?
A 5% 'discretionary' service charge is added to your accommodation bill. You can ask to remove it, but it's awkward.
Tips van Insiders
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Use the 'Blue Lifts' to access the higher River View rooms; they are often faster than the main Green Lifts.
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The Savoy Tap, just around the corner, is a great 'dive' pub if you need a break from £25 cocktails.
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You can buy the famous Savoy mattress, but it will cost you thousands.
5 dingen die je moet weten voordat je gaat
💡The 'discretionary' 5% service charge on the room rate catches many guests by surprise.
💡Some 'Courtyard View' rooms actually just face a brick wall or HVAC units.
💡The pool area, while beautiful, can get surprisingly noisy when kids are present due to the acoustics.
💡You might spot the hotel cat, Kaspar (a statue), used to round out dinner parties of 13 to 14.
💡The 'Green Lifts' are the original ones and are tiny—claustrophobics beware.
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