The Goring

Hotel

Went for afternoon tea as a birthday treat. The staff were friendly and the service was good. The afternoon tea was delicious and initially thought what they gave us between three was not enough. But we were wrong as they refilled as much as you wanted. We even got to take a doggy bag home. Highly recommend going for the afternoon tea. You definitely get your money’s worth!

Superb food and brilliant service.

Fabulous service and delicious afternoon tea. A beautiful hotel.

Afternoon Tea at The Goring is the most fabulous experience. Elegant and tastefully decorated interiors, charming attentive staff and The best English afternoon tea around. Overlooking the lawn one just felt it was the perfect way to spend an afternoon.

This hotel absolutely out does themselves in service and just a beautiful place to stay in London! The staff is friendly and always helpful! The food is the bar, breakfast or the restaurant are fabulous! It is right where everything is in London!

Very nice hotel, very nice welcome and staff very professional and polite. Afternoon tea was amazing.

Wonderful friendly and attentive staff.

Beautiful hotel with great, thoughtful service.

Had a superb High Tea. Was superb. Great service & savouries & sweet both divine.

Splendid but not stuffy. Great attention to detail from everybody. Thoroughly enjoyable.

Everything! Personalised service friendly great attention to detail nothing was too much trouble Beautiful elegant surroundings understated elegance comfortable and relaxing the fact that it is privately owned family run hotel have been before and will definitely go again.

What a simply perfect hotel. Amazing frontage, attentive superb staff, just feels fantastic from the moment you walk in. We had dinner there on a Thursday evening the amuse bouche was delicious, their signature dish lobster omelette was devine… as were the main courses chicken and risotto. would just love to go and stay to spend more time there. Inc. The legendary goat in the garden.

Absolutely stylish, friendly staff, fabulous menu. Great chef. Drinks to die for & lush fireplace. Best London Family Run Hotel. Absolutely recommend it for everything & everyone! ♥️

A special and wonderful place to dine. Wonderful decor, comfortable, friendly staff that go that extra mile and serve superb food. You must go and visit this lovely hotel. You will leave knowing you have had the experience of a lifetime.

Fine dining at its best! Perfect treat for my friends special birthday. The food was outstanding, especially the lobster omelette starters and the staff were amazing, from the minute we stepped inside the hotel until we left.

Excellent service very nice set up of the tea room.

From arriving to leaving 5 star treatment as for each course of food, beautifully presented and every course was AMAZING, I would highly recommended the signature Lobster Omelette. It will ruin you for any other omelette ever again. I could go on, but just to say, a dining experience not to be missed. Michael ODEA & Penny.

Perfect in every way, excellent food and staff😀

Friendly staff and pleasant. Met my friends from Glasgow who recommended to meet them at the lobby to have tea. I was pleasantly surprised the welcome we got from the staff. We had morning tea, the service was excellent. We didn’t realise we were there for 3 hours just having tea. This was only possible unlike other hotels we were not pressurised of staying too long. It was a very happy experience. I liked to thanked the staff at ‘The Goring Hotel ‘ Maybe next time it will be nice to stay over.

We booked a last minute dinner in the dining room with our 2 children. They were very accommodating. The staff couldn’t do enough for us. Service was fantastic, as was the food. It’s a beautiful hotel, we loved the sheep! Would definitely recommend. The hotel felt very luxurious but also like a home from home due to the cosy, ambient decor.

Just had lunch with my wife and 7 year old daughter. They were so attentive to my little girl, she felt truly pampered, and wants to go back. Everyone one of the staff were great but Salvi was especially lovely.

Great farewell drinks downstairs. Probably the best hotel in London.

Excellent Hotel, always the same, staff and food are second to none!
It’s in a beautiful setting in the middle of a busy Mayfair. When in the garden you would not think that’s where it was.

I cannot recommend this hotel highly enough, the food is exceptional, the rooms are gorgeous, and every member of staff cannot do enough for you, they made me feel very special and part of a family after a very traumatic year, I cannot thank each and every one of them for going above and beyond, I will definitely be returning!

We had afternoon tea, could not praise the food & staff any more, everything was lovely.

This hotel has the most attentive staff without being intrusive. It’s how you wish service was everywhere with wonderful
attention to detail.
Menus are fantastic, spotlessly clean all
over. Exceptional and here’s hoping it never changes.

I had never had the chance to stay the night but I can definitely recommend the bar.
The team is incredibly motivated and they come out every day with new incredible ideas.
Andrea, (the head bartender) is one of the most passionate bartender I ever met, he knows his drinks, and he knows his whiskeys.

Great service. Wonderful food. Will definitely come back.

Helpful staff great venue excellent food would certainly recommend.

A superb welcome by a friendly team. Atmosphere and décor is impeccable. Very comfortable room.

Lovely experience, relaxed friendly staff, great food and wine. Would definitely recommend.

Everything is great & fabulous at the Goring. The decor is opulent & luxurious but at the same time cosy & welcoming.
I always feel special, spoilt & looked after when I am lucky enough to visit.
The staff are very courteous, always delivering fantastic customer service. The food is superb. I highly recommend it all.

Our 1st visit. Nice looking building and nice friendly staff. The bar area is nice. We had some tea and the crab scones… cheese scone with fresh crab on top… It was very nice, with a hint of pepper. Nice English Breakfast tea, served in a nice teapot with plenty milk available. If the chefs could put a liquid cheese in the centre of the scone… that would be amazing hehe Prices are reasonable, in comparison to the Ritz hehe A lovely 5 star hotel… definitely worth a visit… We can see why Kate enjoys her time here. Our next visit will be for afternoon tea :D My wife, I and baby daughter certainly enjoyed our visit.

Staff very friendly welcoming and great attention to detail. Loved the cosy feel of understated elegance.

Wonderful staff and a charming hotel.

We had a beautiful meal, in fantastic surroundings.
The staff were polite, friendly, and very professional.
All in all a wonderful dining experience 10/10

Menu was so boring I couldnt choose what to eat! Even got some lead shot out of the grouse, no one cared. Wasn’t even asked if it was nice, I left most of the food on the plate and it just got taken away no questions asked!
Didn’t really enjoy the food at all, especially £5 for a small ramekin of boiled cabbage, triple cooked chips were greasy not fluffy, extra tiny portions. The ‘Egg’ starter was basically fish coleslawp
Didn’t experience the hotel, but wont be recommending the restaurant! Seriously underwhelming, just look at those god awful chandeliers!

The hotel is lovely, of course. What sets it apart is the amazing, warm, welcoming, helpful staff! They take making you feel welcome to a whole new level! I can’t praise this hotel and it’s stellar group of human caretakers enough! This is a must do.

Love this hotel. Beautiful patio gardens and wonderful staff!

Wonderful hotel. Afternoon tea was lovely, service was spot on and very friendly. Thank you will be back.

Lovely afternoon tea. Not too stiff, very relaxed and staff were spot on.
We will be back!

Fabulous dinner with ultra polite staff. Would highly recommend. Many thanks for an exceptional experience xx.

I always meet my friends from the USA here for dinner and the service last night was outstanding. Our server called Mario was very friendly and happy. We had the sole which was cooked to perfection. … We will be back in October when our friends Mr & Mrs Block return to the UK thank you again for making our evening so pleasant. The pictures on my Facebook page show what fabulous food we were served.

We stayed at the Goring for my partner’s 50th birthday celebration which we had notified them of in advance. They gave us a complimentary bottle of champagne in our room plus a birthday card and a couple of small gifts. Dinner was superb and the staff were friendly and discreetly attentive. The table wasn’t ready when we got to the dining room and in acknowledgement of the inconvenience they ushered us to the bar where they gave us cocktails on the house. Fabulous stay, lovely staff and I am looking forward to going back.

Magic, outstanding in many ways, beautiful diningroom, good selection of wines and spirits. Loved it! We will be back.

It has a unique ambience, most courteous service, elegant decor and superb Menus and wines.

An incredible hotel. Service as good as you would hope for anywhere in the world. Excellent food too.

Spent 4 nights and The Goring was fantastic. Had a room with the patio balcony and we loved it. The service was impeccable and the location was perfect… walking distance to Buckingham Palace and the theater. Special shout out to James and Mo. Their service made us feel at home. Two wonderful gentlemen. If you want comfort, great service and the feel of old British charm and class you have to choose the Goring.

Great location. Lovely suite. Bedroom was very nice, but a bit small, bathroom and lounge were great. Staff / service was good.

Sublime. Gorgeous afternoon tea. Service impeccable. A lovely treat. And we got to take some scones home with us in a cute little box. Highly recommend to do as a treat.

We have done quite a few afternoon teas at famous establishments in London, but Goring is something else, it is simply the most English old school hotel out there. Unlike many others who have resorted to hire foreign waiting staff. English afternoon tea served by someone with a Polish accent just won't do.

Not the best of experiences. The hotel needs to review their upgrade policy. As has been mentioned in other reviews, and without wanting to go into too much detail here, we were very disappointed with our stay at The Goring due to an oversight regarding an upgrade. It is worth noting that if you choose to book a Garden Room you are excluded from any offer of an upgrade. The room itself was clean and nicely furnished with a view of the garden. No tea/coffee making facilities, mini bar or fridge in the room. Everything costs extra. The bathroom was small with plumbing problems and not the best shaped bath. Staff friendly and welcoming. Food, especially breakfast, was average for a 5 star hotel, and very overpriced as you might expect.

Boring Goring. Food was spot on, service was good but not much interaction with staff. Dining room was traditional and silent. Sad to say they forgot it was our daughters 21st birthday dinner and it wasn’t acknowledged in any way despite them ringing us in the afternoon to re confirm our booking. Too stuffy, won’t be returning. As an aside, we called into the Berkeley hotel for pre dinner drinks and were presented with a ‘Happy Birthday’ plate of petit fours when they realised the celebration. We will return there and try their 2 Michelin star restaurant.

Truly fabulous! We were so well looked after and stunning food. A beautiful evening post Buckingham Palace! Natalie from Hungary is a great bar hostess and we were totally appreciative of how well we were looked after post dinner. The Sommelier Guillaume from Brittany really took the time to recommend great wines for our superb dinner, we were spoiled. Exquisite, will be back for sure!

Highly recommend the afternoon tea, fabulous food, great tea menu, very attentive professional staff. We will return.

From the moment we stepped out of the car, we were warmly welcomed by all staff at this beautiful hotel. We were greeted and shown through every aspect. Upon entering our room, we were greeted by a bottle of champagne and nibbles with a beautiful card.
Nothing requested was too much trouble.
The restaurant was one of the best we have experienced, absolutely outstanding. The lobster omelet a highlight.
We were definitely reluctant to leave this gorgeous place and will most certainly return as quickly as we can. Thankyou Goring Hotel, you made our 30th anniversary special.

Not for the faint of budget! This place was recommended to me as a nice place to grab a bite to eat. Nice should have been replaced with the word expensive. The walk there was nice, especially through the small neighborhood immediately East of the hotel — hidden from main roads. We took a look at the menu, and it was clear that this was a place for the posh. Buluga caviar was £600 for 100oz!

Beautifully decorated hotel. Went for the afternoon tea and it was a fantastic experience. Food was excellent quality, great selection of teas and champagnes, impeccable service. We were not rushed to leave and spent a leisurely three hours grazing with staff regularly asking if we wanted extra sandwiches, etc. I think it is better than The Ritz and on a par with Clivden for afternoon teas.

We stayed for one night at the end of our honeymoon trip on the Orient Express. The hotel was a true oasis right in the heart of London. Seamless service and a restaurant that must be rated as one of the best places I have ever eaten. We were very well looked after and the beautiful garden at the back is a truly gem. We will most definitely return.

British hospitality at its finest! I booked a room here for my sister’s birthday and the service was just sublime. They delivered her surprise birthday gifts to our lunch table and upgraded her room. I’ve already re-booked it for my mother’s next trip to London and will be booking it for my bridal party this autumn.

Went for afternoon tea and while the setting was fabulous, the tea was at best average. Been before in 2014 and the afternoon tea was good, the sandwiches I had now in 2018 I could have made at home. I probably wouldn't go back again for afternoon tea, there are equally as good settings for the same price but with better food in London.

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Afternoon tea at The Goring was as lovely as we expected. They were extremely accomodating of my allergies and did everything they could to help. The staff were all very friendly without being overbearing. The food was delicious, as always, and the teas were carefully picked and matched the cakes, sandwiches and scones perfectly. We were there for my other half's birthday, and they presented him with a slice of mouth-watering chocolate cake with a candle on top to say 'happy birthday'

We were traveling to London to spend a week touring. I spent weeks looking for the best fit for us and when I found The Goring, I knew we were done looking. However, I had no idea just how perfect this amazing hotel was going to be for my husband and myself. Before our arrival we were in email contact and the staff was doing their best to make sure we were comfortable with our airport pickup and initial arrival. From the moment we were greeted at the front door to our final departure we could not have been more treated like the royalty that lives around the corner! Our thanks to everyone who took their time to make us feel so special; especially a shout out to Jack and Samantha. We miss you all and cannot wait to return and yes, we will be back!

Afternoon tea was absolutely delightful. Served in the lounge on a very relaxed Friday afternoon. The menu explained and the napkins broken an amuse bouche presented and explained — heavenly. The staff are wonderful. Very attentive but most definitely not intrusive. The tower of amazing afternoon tea treats again fully guided through by the lounge staff. A glass of fab Bollinger a must — why not! Thank you all from the gentlemen on the door through to the lounge and reception staff. We will most definitely be back.

We went to Afternoonoon tea last Saturday at the Goring. Already at the entrance we were greeted with a cordiality that made you feel at home. This went on until the warm farewell by the staff as well as the exceptionally friendly Doorman. Meals and tea included The glass Bollinger, were as you could expect. Several times one was asked if one would not want some sandwiches or scones and also tea was given again and again without having to ask for it. A great experience in a great ambiance that I can recommend to all London visitors.

Some friends of mine and I went to celebrate my birthday last weekend at The Goring, where we had afternoon tea. The whole experience was exceptional as you would expect from what is widely considered to be one of the top places in London for this type of cuisine. The sandwiches, scones, cakes, and tea were all delicious; in particular, the scones, the clotted cream, and the macaroons were all outstanding. The customer service was second to none. On top of the exceptional manners of the members of staff, at the end of the meal they stated that they would give us a refund for the last minute cancellation of one of our friends (they prepaid) in goods, and so we chose a bottle of Chardonnay. They didn't have to do this because it was our fault that we didn't give adequate notice for that person not being there, and we greatly appreciated the gesture. Thanks for a wonderful day, we will surely be visiting again at some point!

This is a dreamy place with quirky interior and heavenly food! The perfect, indulgent experience. Extremely friendly people.

I am absolutely disgusted with The Goring Hotel. I called yesterday to advise I would be unable to attend afternoon tea today due to heavy snow and an extremely painful attack of heartburn (I am heavily pregnant). I was told to call back this morning to speak with the afternoon tea manager, who "may be able to waive the 48 hour cancellation policy" and henceforth I called back at 9am this morning as requested. On speaking with Emma, I was politely told that as an exception she could rebook me for a future date. Unfortunately with two children, a full time job and the approaching arrival of baby number 3 it's not always possible to commit to a date without having arranged school pick up, nursery collection, annual leave, or when indeed I might go into labour. What I really wanted (and quite honestly expected) was for on this occasion, a major London hotel to say "no problem Mrs Wilson, we would be happy to waive the full cancellation charge and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future". I would have felt very warm and fuzzy, spread the word at what a reasonable and accommodating establishment the Goring Hotel is and no doubt booked my afternoon tea treat in the near future, feeling happy and content with the whole situation. What I have ended up with is a fully paid voucher (at my request) a £110 charge to my credit card and the best bit is that I had to pay 12.5% service charge up front for the poor service I have received today.

One of the top 10 hotels in London. For me, the best.

As Oscar Wilde said, "I have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best. ” The Goring Hotel is just that, simply the best. The staff anticipates my needs and offers superior service. If I don't have what I need for a delightful stay, all I have to do is ask. The facility is fine and the bed comfortable. The location is excellent too. The hotel is a few steps away from the Victoria tube stop. It is close to the major tourist stops, yet off the beaten path enough to avoid the crowds. When my travels bring me back to London, I will definitely stay at The Goring Hotel.

What a beautiful hotel, ima late friendly service. Just enough attention without fuss. Lovely well equipped rooms with lovely little touches and treats. The meal in the main restaurant was a notch up from the 1 star it has in my view! We were there for only 24 hours but we felt as if everyone really knew us and made us welcome and part of the family. Thanks!

Very lovely hotel. It feels like you're stepping 100 years back in time. The doormen were super sweet, the room was nice, and every staff member seemed to know our names already. We got an upgrade for a ready room from Shannon at check in, and the guest service manager Samantha checked in with us almost right after arrival. Everyone was so helpful, breakfast every day was tasty, and housekeeping hiding Barbara the sheep in different places in our room every day was adorable. We felt fancy and important and it was the perfect place to stay for our honeymoon.

A very fancy Sunday afternoon tea experience to shoo away pre Monday blues. Great ambiance and the service crew were very pleasant. We feel very welcomed :) Food wise, a rating of 7/10 based on my personal preference.

The best hotel we ever visited in London. It was like living in a Downton Abbey episode, very kindfull staff and an experience of total quality from service to food.

One of the top ten hotels in London. Same family owners for 100 years. Not cheap, but, as one would expect, first class staff and food.

Even though I walked in like a drowned rat (having been caught in torrential rain) I was ushered in and made to feel comfortable immediately. Service was attentive yet unobtrusive for afternoon tea. A lovely extravagance. The only tiny negative were the cheese sandwiches which were a little dry but everything else was beautiful. At no point did we feel rushed. I would happily go again.

My boyfriend bought me here for my birthday and it was the most special night of my life. The food was unlike anything else I've ever experienced and service was impeccable. He also mentioned to them it was my birthday and could they do anything speicial so they bought out cake free of charge as a gift! Staff were also so patient as we sat, opened gifts, talked and took photos.

The Goring is Magical! The location — perfect right near Buckingham Palace. The food — divine. The breakfasts are very good & the bar food was delicious & served 24 hrs! The front desk — Amazing. Everyone of the front staff knew our name & eventually our room number. They went above and beyond to help us & make sure our stay was perfect. And it was. The Concierge was so friendly, helpful & knowledgeable (especially Patrick). The wait staff was very efficient & accommodated our requests. The Doorman — I am in love with Peter (he's been there 50 years) and he is now my Boyfriend. The Room — OMG! We had the "Most Splendid Garden" room that faced the second largest private garden in London other than Buckingham Palace & had our breakfasts on the balcony. If you can afford it — do it. It's magical & you are treated like royalty. Cocktails daily were put in our room, housekeeping was great. We will definitely return to London and stay at the Goring & in the same room again! BRILLANT!

Great location just short walk from Victoria station. Hotel rooms, food, service and staff excellent. Been here twice as guest for social event and evening meal. 1st time we dined in royal suite 2nd time in private room. Fantastic experience. Can't wait to return. Keep up the good work.

The afternoon tea at the Goring hotel was as lovely as expected. It's in a beautiful location, with a lovely little garden and gorgeous rooms. The food was delicious and the staff were very accommodating. Our booking was for 4pm, so they started to set the other tables for dinner, which meant that service was slightly slow at times. One of the party was gluten free, which was not a problem and the free from selection was very similar to the set menu — which makes a nice change. Overall a lovely experience as you would expect it to be.

Very chic and very traditional English hotel. Decorating is a matter of taste. Service 5 * In any case.

Very nice interior garden.

The hotel, everything was great, the environment quiet, extremely British. The hotel staff was very friendly, not arrogant, rude, and always work tirelessly to be happy to provide all the help. Here, you can see how the customer is feeling, I feel like this is a big family man. Our room isn't big, but decor beautiful.

I thought it was excellent. Would recommend for an intimate business event.

Attended a meeting here and I must say its such a beautiful & classical building, really high quality, good amenities with a great central location.

Fantastic. Some of the best food I've ever had, very friendly and helpful staff and definitely the best hot chocolate in London.

Green hotel offers excellent service and experience. Front desk staff warmly welcome and take care of your needs from start to finish. From the staff at the front desk, Bell guys to the lounge and restaurant waiters, you'll feel like a VIP. Room very nice, complete facilities, towels, heating, comfortable, thick bathrobes and slippers, and so on. The food in the restaurant and lounge is delicious, furnishings and elegant. Daaigelin hotel!

Very beautiful little hotel, a friendly hotel is located in the heart of London. Staff were very friendly, it's all good. My husband and I stayed in a room, there is also a small garden behind the hotel and very comfortable.

Very beautiful little hotel, a friendly hotel is located in the heart of London. Staff were very friendly, it's all good. My husband and I stayed in a room, there is also a small garden behind the hotel and very comfortable.

One of the very last, great, family-owned hotels. Although slightly old-fashioned & eclectic — it oozes charm and vibrant atmosphere lacking in many other supposedly top-tier hotels. Others may be more expensively kitted out, but The Goring generally steers away from the gauche & gaudy tackiness that others think may be opulent. The food has made a major leap upwards in quality in the past year or so. Plus it is still the best hotel for social and varied friendly conversation with other guests. The service is attentive and enthusiastic. However the level of training in this area could still be significantly improved. Luckily charm and likeability of the staff allows them to get away with almost any clumsiness. Recommended.

Excellent. Lovely atmosphere, decor, staff, food. Popped in for a coffee add I had some time to kill. Wasn't dressed too fancily but was welcomed in and made feel at home by the great staff. Coffee very reasonably priced. Would love to stay here for a few nights. Would highly recommend.

Simply the best place for tea or J&T. Newly refurbished bar and reception, magnificent.

All were just like magic. Great staffs, restaurants, a room, a garden. I wanted to stay longer if possible.

The famed afternoon tea is wonderful: Beautiful hidden garden, perfect service, exquisite but not fussy food, surprisingly reasonable prices.

I didn't sleep well. Too noisy.

Afternoon Tea in Goring hotel is quite a momentous dining experience, just as when you arrived you are made to feel important. Afternooon Tea is served in the sunny Terrace, overlooking the private gardens, or in the warm and inviting Lounge. Indeed this is Afternoon Tea the way the Duchess of Bedford intended it. The Terrace is a sunshine yellow room with comfortable bucket chairs and seating options for different size parties. The seating area is quite cozy and comfortable. This is a great, quiet place for conversation and relaxation. The silver three-tiered cake stand is as lovely as you would hope and staff described all of the pastries in detail so you don't need to ask question Devonshire clotted cream is served with the scones, plus strawberry and raspberry Tiptree jam, in individual jars. All of the pastries looks amazing so it's hard to decide which is better but I did enjoy a walnut macaroon. You will definitely be knocked for a loop if you haven't tried afternoon tea before, well I did.

Went for The Traditional Goring Tea here in October, and I found the experience magical from Entrance to Exit. It was heavily raining that day, and our coats were soaked upon arrival. Instead of the glare of judgement I was fearing, I was instead greeted with warmth and a polite ushering into the bathroom. When we entered the Terrace, we immediately felt at home. Loungey laid back chairs amongst decadent surroundings, topped off with a warming yellow across our plate-ware. The food was delightful — delectable finger sandwiches, with fluffy scones that consumed the jams far too easily. Luckily, the staff not only delivered cheering smiles and quick service, but they also uttered the magic words: "Just ask if you need any more of anything". Sidenote: I am not afraid to say I eat a lot. Usually living my life to the fullest involves ensuring my stomach is to the fullest as well, and these words coupled with the comfort of the chairs, the warming hospitality and of course the addictive food led to an overall relaxing, guilt-free escapist dream from the shackles of the real world. I enjoyed myself here to no end, and I'd recommend that everyone else do the same.

"Delightful" is the only word to describe afternoon tea at The Goring. Friendly and accommodating staff serving a delectable selection of finger sandwiches, scones, and sweets along with an incredible selection of traditionally brewed teas served from silver tea pots. It would be difficult to a imagine a lovelier, more relaxing afternoon. Highly recommended.

A lovely London spot for afternoon tea. I visited in the run up to Christmas, so our pastries were all Christmassy themed, including a meringue snowman. The service is impeccable, (as is to be expected) and whilst it is expensive, it's still acceptable for a special treat. Keep an eye out for the extra bonus courses.

We just stayed one night at this hotel during our Londoner stay. It is a nice hotel, comfortable, with a lot of charm. Too bad that the decoration is a little past, in this case in some common areas. It is also very expensive from where the only night spent there.