The Langham London
Marylebone, London
About The Langham London
The Langham London is one of Europe's grandest hotels, and a pioneer of the luxury hotel concept — when it opened in 1865, it was the first purpose-built grand hotel in London. Situated on Portland Place in Marylebone, it faces the BBC's Broadcasting House and sits at the top of Regent Street. The hotel has hosted everyone from Oscar Wilde to Diana, Princess of Wales, and its Palm Court is credited with inventing the tradition of afternoon tea.
Today, the hotel combines its extraordinary heritage with thoroughly modern luxury. Rooms are spacious and elegant, the Chuan Body + Soul spa is one of London's finest, and the dining options include Michel Roux Jr's Roux at The Landau. The Artesian bar has been named the world's best bar multiple times. Oxford Circus station is a five-minute walk, putting the entire West End at your feet. For a truly grand London hotel experience steeped in history, The Langham is hard to beat.
Why you'll love it
- ✓London's original grand hotel, opened in 1865 on Portland Place
- ✓Palm Court — birthplace of the afternoon tea tradition
- ✓Artesian bar — multiple-time winner of World's Best Bar
- ✓Chuan Body + Soul spa with swimming pool and thermal suite
- ✓Five-minute walk to Oxford Circus for the West End
Good to know
Nearest tube
Oxford Circus (Central, Victoria, Bakerloo) — 5 min walk; Regent's Park (Bakerloo) — 3 min walk
Check-in
3:00 PM
Check-out
12:00 PM
Distance to West End
10 minutes on foot to the Palladium and Oxford Street theatres; 12-15 minutes to Shaftesbury Avenue
Guest reviews
Charlotte D.
December 2024
“The Langham is everything a grand hotel should be. Our room was huge by London standards, the spa was heavenly, and afternoon tea in the Palm Court was a real highlight. We walked to the Palladium in ten minutes for our show. Just magnificent.”
Andrew B.
October 2024
“Celebrated our 25th anniversary here and it didn't disappoint. The Artesian cocktails alone are worth the trip. Staff were impeccable — genuinely warm, not just polished. Oxford Circus is five minutes away so getting to the theatres was easy.”
Nina P.
February 2025
“A grand hotel with real substance behind the grandeur. The spa and pool are excellent — rare to find a hotel pool in central London. Marylebone is a lovely neighbourhood to explore during the day. The only slight negative: breakfast is very expensive if not included in your rate.”
Frequently asked questions
Should I book afternoon tea at Palm Court?
Absolutely yes — and well in advance. The Palm Court is the birthplace of afternoon tea and remains enormously popular. Weekend slots can book up weeks ahead.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, The Langham has a 16-metre swimming pool in the Chuan Body + Soul spa, along with a thermal suite, treatment rooms and a well-equipped gym. Access is complimentary for hotel guests.
How far is the hotel from the West End theatres?
The London Palladium is a 10-minute walk down Regent Street. Shaftesbury Avenue and the main cluster of theatres are 12-15 minutes on foot, or you can take the Tube from Oxford Circus (one stop to Piccadilly Circus).
Is Marylebone a good area for restaurants?
Marylebone is one of London's best dining neighbourhoods. Marylebone High Street and the surrounding lanes are packed with excellent restaurants, from casual brunch spots to Michelin-starred dining.
Is there parking?
The Langham has a limited number of valet parking spaces available at significant cost. The hotel recommends travelling by Tube — Oxford Circus station is five minutes away.
Price from
£350
per night
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£350/night