Corinthia London sits on Whitehall Place, between Trafalgar Square and the Thames, in a Victorian building that began life as a grand hotel in the 1880s. It is a very central luxury address: the hotel lists the Strand, Whitehall and Theatreland about one to two minutes on foot, Charing Cross two, Embankment three, Trafalgar Square and the Horse Guards within about five, and the National Gallery and the London Eye within roughly ten. The hotel lists 279 rooms, including fifteen room types from standard rooms to suites and penthouses, and a 9.8 guest rating from 1,000 reviews, with high scores for location, staff and cleanliness. Facilities are extensive: two indoor pools, a full-service spa with seventeen treatment rooms plus a steam room and sauna, a 24-hour gym with classes, and four restaurants including Kerridge's, as well as two bars or lounges. Free in-room Wi-Fi is listed at high speed.
The hotel is a good base for a visit that centres on the political and cultural core of London. Whitehall, Westminster Abbey and Parliament are a short walk south, the Strand and Covent Garden lie to the north, and the Thames is moments away. Check-in begins at 3:00 PM, the minimum age is 18, and check-out is before noon. Valet parking and an airport shuttle are available at a charge, and breakfast and rollaway beds carry surcharges. A service fee applies, so check the full price when you compare rates.
Policies include some that matter to families. Children are welcome but the page says cribs are not available, and children aged fifteen and under may use the pool only at set times with an adult. Pets are not allowed except service animals, and smoking is not permitted. Cash is not accepted, a credit or debit card is required, and photo ID may be requested. Free cancellation is offered on select rates, so choose the flexible rate if your plans may change.
Corinthia suits visitors who want the heart of London, serious facilities and a high standard of service, and who are comfortable with a premium price. It is a strong choice for a first visit built around the sights, for business with a leisure extension, or for a special occasion. The honest caveat is that central Whitehall is quiet in the evening compared with Soho or Covent Garden, so if you want to step out into a lively nightlife scene you will walk a little farther.
Pair a stay with a morning at the National Gallery, a river walk and a show nearby, and you will rarely need a taxi.
Why stay here
- ✓279 rooms and suites
- ✓Two indoor pools
- ✓Spa with 17 treatment rooms
- ✓24-hour gym with classes
- ✓Four restaurants including Kerridge’s
- ✓Two bars or lounges
- ✓Embankment station three minutes away
- ✓High-speed free Wi-Fi in rooms
Good questions
Where is Corinthia London?+
On Whitehall Place, SW1A 2BD, between Trafalgar Square and the Thames. Embankment station is about three minutes on foot.
What facilities does it have?+
Two indoor pools, a spa with seventeen treatment rooms, a steam room and sauna, a 24-hour gym and four restaurants.
Are children and pets welcome?+
Children are welcome, though cribs are listed as unavailable. Pets are not allowed except service animals.
