BEYOND amazing!! So thrilled to be able to celebrate at The Goring which is a favorite of the Royals. The tea was perfection in every bite. The salmon sandwich was my favorite. The selection of tea blew me away. If you are stuffed they will provide a carry box for you to enjoy your sweets at your hotel/home. Jo Loves products are in the restrooms and now a "must" purchase is going to be the long lasting scent lotion. From the moment the door was opened for us the service was top notched. If you arrive early for your reservation take the time to relax by the fireplace. HIGHLY recommend The Goring if you are wanting an English Tea on your day out. I can only imagine what it would be like to enjoy staying here. No wonder it has been a long favorite of the Royal Family read more

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This was probably the nicest place I have ever stayed at. Proximate to Buckingham Palace and an often haunt for royals, Lords, and Lady's, it is what you expect with high brow, high end British hospitality. It is the oldest family owned luxury spot in London dating back to 1910. Used by Churchill during the way as well as royal all along the place oozes with history. We ate at The Dining Room, a Michelin star restaurant , and well deserved. The service team was informed of our Anniversary so we got a bit of extra treatment. read more

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This was my second time at The Goring for afternoon tea and it was great! As soon as you enter the space, you are welcomed to a warm place for a special experience. A nice variety of teas are offered and I was happy with my choices. The sandwiches were good and they were able to accommodate my dietary requests. The scones with clotted cream and strawberry preserves were fantastic - rich with nice sweetness. You are able to order additional pieces and it's nice that you can leave satisfied. For this tea, we also opted for the champagne service and that was great - the Rosé Bollinger was perfect! The service was attentive and it felt like we were really being taken care of. Sometimes I think of trying other spots for afternoon tea, but it's hard to think of someplace that's better than The Goring. read more

What a lovely hotel. We just got back to the states and absolutely loved our stay at the Goring. Our room was beautifully appointed, quiet and clean. The beef wellington in the restaurant is a must. Look no further when in London. The staff will treat you like royalty while there! Thank you. read more

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A two star rating, but easily could have been a one. Let me begin by saying The Goring's afternoon tea was abysmal by any standard. The view from the sunroom onto the green lawn is lovely and the yellow, white, and blue decor is bright and happy, BUT that's where the compliments end. The hostess was fine, the server NEVER and I do mean never smiled. She seemed like she would rather be anywhere but at The Goring serving tea, after our experience, I must join her in that sentiment. The tea was over-steeped, only warm, and bitter when served. We asked for another pot and never got it. The sandwiches were not flavorful or pleasing in any manner. The bread was completely stale. The desserts were only better. She only brought one set of desserts for two people. I can assure that you are paying for both sets of desserts for two people. My husband had to track her down to get the bill. When in London, definitely go to tea, just do not go to tea at The Goring. The staff was not trained well and did not impart the sophistication that one would expect at this beautiful hotel. The only worse tea we had in London was at the Ham Yard. The dining room at The Goring is a much better experience than the afternoon tea. read more

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Very fancy but not flawless. A beautiful and elegant space with great service but a few hiccups. Went at the first seating last Saturday night and each enjoyed a starter, main and dessert. Food descriptions below but as an overarching gripe there a bunch of small things that were unexpected for a restaurant at Goring's price point and with a Michelin star. Twice utensils were dropped on the floor, twice dishes were set before the wrong person, the Wellington carving trolley wouldn't open for a really awkward almost five minutes and part of the garnish for three dishes spilled/fell over upon presentation. I guess it's pretty plausible that, for example, the wafers with the eggs drumkilbo would topple when set upon the table, but in the over 60 Michelin-starred places I've been it's never happened three separate times. All that said here's the food rundown; 1. Some sort of foie gras doughnut type app -- forgot to take a picture and can't remember the exact dish but remember it being sticky more than anything else; 2. Warm cured trout -- delicious, perfectly cured, really nice portion; 3. Eggs Drumkilbo -- I don't understand it but my wife loved it; 4. Poached chicken with root vegetables -- was allegedly delicious and my friend was very pleased with it 5. Beef Wellington -- unctuous, luxurious and decadent. My wife loved it and, despite my reluctance to eat red meat, I couldn't help devouring it And 6. Some kind of panna cotta with winter citrus -- loved the tart kick from the citrus Overall yeah it's fancy and a super elegant atmosphere but there's probably not a repeat visit in the cards read more

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High Tea---Menu listed a glass of Champagne with High Tea for only $10 more. When server asked if I wanted a refill. I wasn't aware that cost of second glass would be $27!!! read more

We stayed in two London hotels on our trip last month because when we were scheduling the trip we couldn't decide between the two so we thought, why not both! The Goring Hotel was the more traditional of the two and was absolutely lovely. Our room had a sitting room and the bathroom had a shower with a stand alone tub that was the the perfect size for a soak (I don't love an overly large tub). When you check in to your room they introduce you to Barbara the sheep and encourage you to take her home with you. Each night during turn down service they moved her to a new spot in the room which I was delighted by and I imagine children would be even more so! They had a very traditional afternoon tea that we really enjoyed and a beautiful display of flowers on the entry as we were there during the Chelsea Flower Show. My only critiques would be that some of the downstairs common spaces could use a bit of an update, particularly the dining room and the breakfast in the morning left something to be desired. All in all though we really loved our stay hear and I would definitely recommend the hotel. read more

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Afternoon tea at the goring was fabulous! We loved the tea and bollinger champagne. Sandwiches were great and all of the sweet treats were divine. Highly recommend! read more

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Wow. We came to stay at the Goring not knowing what to expect and ended up finding it exceptional! First, the hotel itself is historical and gorgeous. (No wonder they are called GORing!) The hotel is passed on for generations. The service was superb. The front desk lady checked us in, showed us around the hotel, and led us to our room. The sheep doll on the bed is complimentary to take home! Other than that, there was another sheep by the table for petting. Everything was neat and tidy. All the staff there are very helpful and courteous. They would run the extra mile however they can to help making your stay enjoyable. I am really impressed by the quality of the hotel. Uber pickup and drop off is super easy on the street. I can't wait to stay here again in my next visit in London! read more

The food was fantastic! Watercress and horseradish soup, Cornish mackerel, cured trout roe: The taste was great and the fish was so well blended with the soup itself, and the the roe really lifted the freshness of the whole starter. Roast Cornish cod, lobster dumpling, young fennel, lobster bisque, citrus oil The entree was good, but the cod was a bit bland... the lobster dumpling was so good and so flavourful, I could have a whole plate of them! The bisque is a very good blend to the dumpling, but not really matching with the cod... Mascarpone and lime mousse, citrus fruit sorbet, passion fruit The mousse+chess and the sorbet are so refreshing and so beautifully presented. The service is a bit everywhere and the waiters were a bit running around and not so organised... Very nice restaurant in general, for getting Michelin Star, it really put in some effort, but need to keep it up for keeping it. read more

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Ok. I don't know what's so good about this place. At least when we had the afternoon tea, the sandwiches were ok. Scone was like a rock. Dessert was way too sweet like the chef pour a cup of a sugar in everything. The one star is for the service. Oh btw, they served us a spoon with dust on it :) forgot to take a picture of that. But yea. The afternoon tea experience was not good at all. read more

The Goring - Afternoon tea - Hotels Near Me - London, XGL

Love this place. Quintessentially British and the perfect place to enjoy afternoon tea. Staff are so attentive. Would recommend trying the Blackcurrant & Hibiscus tea and the Bollinger Rosé! read more

The Goring - Hotels Near Me - London, XGL

Oh, no. My big mistake was coming here my first day back in London because after the phenomenal experience, everything else paled in comparison. I feel completely spoiled for anywhere else. We got here early and thanks to jet lag, I managed to sound like a complete idiot when I thought my reservation was earlier than it was. Rather than look down their noses at me, the staff welcomed us to sit in the lounge and relax until our reservation. We chilled for the hour and our server took great care of us. Once tea had started, they moved us straight into the tea area and we were waited on hand and foot. I'm fairly certain if I had asked the server to put the sugar into my tea and stir it, he would have done it. I wasn't about to be tacky enough to test that theory; however, I'm pretty sure it's true. After the entire world saw Kate Middleton walk out of this hotel, I had expected some stuffiness and a whole lot of upper class older people filling the seats. Not so at all. Every single staff member was wonderful and friendly. The tea was wonderful, the food was wonderful, the service was probably the best I've ever had in my life. The tea set was about the same per person as any of the luxury properties in town so it wasn't particularly extravagant (and we definitely felt that if anything, the service alone warranted the price). I'm fairly certain someone came by every five minutes just to make sure we were doing well. And with service like that, how could we be doing poorly? The next time I travel to London, I'll be staying here. read more

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I love this hotel for so many reasons!!!!! Great service and attention to details, when we checked in I was introduced to my footman, not just bellman, butler but footmen. That was fun.... The room was stunning, the bathroom had wonderfully heated floors, they re-freshed my kiwi, dragon fruit and other incredible yummy items, plus they had this incredible homemade raspberry jam! It was crazy delicious!!!! My favorite amenity, I asked my footman to have my shoes polished, and they sent me a shoe fairy.... That's my kind of heaven!!! The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars, is they didn't have a gym on-site, I had to go down a few blocks to LA Fitness.... Really, but they did give me a cute little gym bag every time I went and my footman escorted me there on the first day. read more

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Wonderful service, food was delicious! Beautiful setting and such a cozy atmosphere. Well done Chef Nathan Outlaw! read more

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This is for the bar, only... Stopped by for drinks with friends and loved the clubby comfort, great appies, well made drinks, and bright garden view room. Charming service staff rounded out the experience. Would I return? Does Kate rock? You betcha. read more

This was an OK hotel. Far too expensive for the lack of service/experience of staff and amenities. The rooms felt nearly dorm-like, with insufficient outlets, including none in the bathroom, requiring you to dry hair in the hallway. Room service was 20 minutes late the first morning and their staff forgot items both mornings. There were a few other details like this (e.g., when they made up our room, they left an opened bottle of water with no cap, which is just a strange oversight, and there washarsh/low quality toilet paper). I do have to say that the worst part of our stay was that the toilets required multiple flushes and both my mom and I agreed we smelled a faint sewer gas -like smell wafting over us every couple of hours. We kept the windows open both nights. After having come highly recommended, we were unpleasantly surprised by The Goring. read more

London - Fine dining and friendly staff. We made reservations for their first sitting and had the entire dining room to ourselves. Most other groups started to arrive after 7. Prices were very reasonable and everything on their menu is 5 stars. Portions seemed small but looks can be deceiving. I was very satisfied at the end of my dinner. The desserts were also to die for! Make your reservations online before heading to London. This is one of top fine dining restaurants that won't break your budget. read more

Arriving here from Phoenix, and with an eight hour time difference, I had a deep appreciation for the night-owl bartender who remained on duty until I finally ran out of gas, during which time he was gracious enough to offer me a behind-the-scenes tour - guiding me through their banquet facilities. The very same facility where the Royal family frequents from time to time. It was fun to see the long history of the hotel and it's role in hosting various Royal events over the last hundred years, evidence of which lining the walls with black and white imagery. He regaled me with stories of how the Queen loves certain foodstuffs prepared by Goring chefs, and how sometimes he was tasked with their delivery to Buckingham Palace. He went on to tell me about one time when he was delivering food, and upon entering the Queen's chambers, found her sitting idly with the crown jewels atop her head. She explained how the crown was so heavy, she needed to rehearse wearing it for a period each day, that, in order she wouldn't collapse during an upcoming royal event. I soaked it all up. The rooms; they were a bit smaller than I'd expected, but appointed very luxuriously. Mine had a balcony facing a large rear yard and wooded area. Very peaceful considering it was in downtown London. The staff, as I said made concessions for my time zone adjustment which was also very helpful. The Goring was everything I'd hoped for. Beauty. Elegance. History. And a staff who made me feel as though I was more than just some cowboy from Arizona. read more

We really enjoyed the Goring for three nights. The service is impeccable! From the doorman, to the front desk staff, to the bar staff, down to the cleaning staff who organized all of my wires, papers, and folded my dirty laundry during turn-down service every night which is above and beyond anything I have ever seen. Room was very comfortable, with a nice bed, and good bathrooms. The bar gets quite a crowded in the evening, but the best part is it stays open 24 hours a day :) read more

Generally I'm a fan of ultra modern hotels. But while staying a stones throw away from Buckingham Palace it seems that the hotel should be outfitted with more classical decor. So while the Goring upholstery, carpet, window treatments etc didn't suit me, they did suit the hotel. Big pluses, the Goring has an attentive wait staff and incredible service. Its also very very nice and subsequently pricey. Would I refer someone here? I would absolutely send my parents here. And I'm sure they'd love it. read more

This is a review of their afternoon tea. I've never stayed in the hotel because I live here, but the pictures sure look nice! I've had afternoon tea here, twice. If it's warm out, you'll want to see if you can sit on the terrace overlooking their garden, because, well, that is awesome. You sit there the whole time thinking, "Wow, it's warm in London." If not, they have a lovely indoor dining room. Be sure to call in advance, especially if you're going there during the weekend, because it often fills up. With the afternoon team, do come hungry. (Is that not a classy thing to say?) And be sure to wear something nice -- jeans and a t-shirt will probably make you feel out of place. Then you'll enjoy the usual assortment of sandwiches (crust cut off!), scones (clotted cream piled on), and mini desserts. Most people end up ordering their house tea, which is very good, and you can also opt to add champagne. Gluten-free notes: Yes, they do gluten-free afternoon tea. It's best to call them in advance and let them know, and confirm that they'll have scones and sandwiches for you. Then you can eat just like everybody else. Amazing! Clotted cream is naturally gluten-free, by the way. London is great for gluten-free eaters. read more

Classic elegance' lovely tea room and the garden is beautiful. The paintings are ancient. Highly Recommend'

Only if the Childcatcher started trainspotting could you match the creepy, loving obsession with which I stalked The Goring before finally, magically going there. Everyone has a lust-have in London, a place that you keep in mind for a really super-special treat if XY and possibly Z happen. Unfortunately, most of those places also require a karmic injection of cash, so I was incredibly grateful when my boyfriend took me here for our anniversary. It's a stunning hotel, grand without being alienating and eccentric without being freakish. I got in from work ahead of himself, ran myself a bath, ordered a G&T and spent 45 minutes reading the room's magazines and listening to a medley of musicals being pimped on the "what to do in your evenings" channel on the telly. Bed very comfy, lovely stripy wallpaper: Cinderella missed a trick with those glass slippers of hers, the Goring's are like walking on fluffy clouds of brilliant. What's really remarkable about the Goring is its clientele. Far from being the usual five-star mix of funsponge businessmen and idiot tourists, there were lots of English people who'd pottered along for afternoon tea or for a nice holiday, and the mood in the large drawing room where we had some seriously excellent pre-dinner cocktails was cosy and special. My Goring Comforter tasted exactly of cola cubes - in my mind, this is a very good thing. The dining room was absolutely excellent too, not cold or austere or Travelodge-ish like a lot of upmarket hotels manage to be. The staff here are old pros, polite and knowledgeable without being invasive and we felt very well looked after. The food. Sell your grandma for the food. Now. And hope she fetches a good price so you can pay for it afterwards. It was hands down the best dinner we've had in London. Breakfast the next morning was similarly good. I was working a Saturday shift that day and I verily floated to work. What an incredibly gorgeous, special place and good to know that courtesy and luxury can still go hand-in-hand. read more

If you are looking for the perfect hotel in London for an extremely traditional experience this is it. The staff is wonderful, the food is perfect. You will find Croquet in the back lawn and a great place for high tea. I also stay at the Savoy which is also very very nice but this is a smaller family owned 5 star hotel with impeccable service. read more

PLease note that the Goring is a luxury 5 star hotel not 4 as mentioned above! This is important to know as it is , in my mind, one of the best 5 star hotels in London. The hotel is privately ownedby Mr Goring himself, who you will see from time to time in the hotel as he does like to meet with his guests. The standard of service in the hotel is impeccable - on a par with the Lanesborough and Claridges. All staff remember your name on arrival and continue to greet you throughout your stay. The concierge staff are some of the best in the UK! The hotel has its own private enclosed garden, which in the summer is a delight - they also have a very popular restaurant - very British cuisine frequented by alot of politicians. The bedrooms are also very nice, they range from delightful to deluxe to elegant! Worth a visit if you have the budget! read more

Had a really lovely afternoon tea here, and a nose around my friend's guest room which was decorated with antique wallpaper and looked out over their lovely private garden which is right by Victoria Station! The hotel is sheep themed and there's toy sheep hidden around the hotel. The Goring is extremely nice and I'd love to stay here if I was rich! read more

My husband stayed at the Goring Hotel for two nights during our honeymoon trip to England. The staff was incredibly helpful and accommodating and the room was perfect! The concierge provided us with great recommendations for what to do while we were in town and set us up with amazing tickets to a show. After the show we stopped by the cozy bar area for a late night snack and once again the service blew us away. Our only regret is that we didn't get to try their afternoon tea! (which I'm sure was as amazing as everything else) read more

Elegant dining at the Goring Hotel. Food and lodging impeccable and entire staff is faultless. Staff willing to assist with every need.

I recently enjoyed Sunday lunch here with my family and received impeccable service. The food was lovely, small but not minute portions were just right with excellent attention to detail, each plate had many flavour and presentation aspects, multi-dimensional and delightful. We did try the roast beef from the trolley which was delicious. I would say its 4 not 5 stars because the desserts, whilst beautiful, did not quite live up to the other courses and the room itself wasn't as beautiful as expected. But I will say again, service is just wonderful here; knowledgeable, efficient and helpful. Great for a special occasion. read more

I came here after graduating from university. An alumnus took me here for a drink and ever since I have remained a fan. I did worry that the prices would shoot up after a certain Kate Middleton stayed before her wedding. However, the service and quality of the food/drinks is flawless. I do mean that. I am treated like royalty every time I go and the staff are always friendly towards me and whoever I bring. I certainly do love the ambience and the silence/privacy that I can have in this place. Please do drop by for a drink I really recommend it! read more

This must be a great place, Catherine Middleton spent her last night here before marrying Prince William at Westminster Abbey on the 29th April 2011. read more

A 5 in all aspects! The service is superior to any hotel I've ever visited (including St Regis, Peninsula and Ritz). The team will go the extra mile for any need you have. I can't say enough about the doormen. Every one of them addressed me by name (as did the concierge and front desk), knew my sons name and always paid special attention to him (they would distract him while we asked another for directions or waited for a taxi). Incredibly sweet and well mannered. The rooms aren't large but tastefully decorated and nicely situated. The cleaning crew are discrete and incredibly trustworthy with your possessions. They left special touches for my son and always left the room 110% better than when we left it! Oh and heated towel rack in the bathroom! What a lovely touch! Walking distance to Buckingham Palace, Victoria Station (one of the top stations in the city) and very nice restaurants. I can't say enough about this establishment. The only luxury hotel that is still privately owned. They deserve your patronage. read more

Right near Victoria Tube and Mainline Station, this is a treat of a place, with great food, both for tea/snacks, and proper meals. It isn't cheap to stay in, but is worth eating in at the very least. read more

The old world charm of the hotel is only superseded by the old world courtesy and welcome of its staff. I do not think my husband and I have ever had such a personal and warm embracement by all who work at the hotel. They make it a point to know their guests by name and it does make a tremendous difference. They are smiling and friendly in a manner difficult to find these days. It is known as one of the last remaining family owned hotels in London and its luxury is unsurpassed. The staff's etiquette and manners are beyond compare and the entire enterprise is one of refinement. It is small, elegant, and regal--suiting its location near Buckingham Palace. The amenities are wonderful as well. We received a lovely jar of jam as a welcome. Not only that, as a guest you receive a little stuffed sheep named Barbara to take home as a souvenir. It is a wonderful small token that not only children will enjoy. read more

Very disappointed with our stay here. The room service food is terrible and so is the terrace lunch food. The afternoon tea is overrated, like the rest of this hotel. The rooms are very small. The views are of huge cranes and building work (obviously they can't help that). The neighbourhood is not one in which you will want to walk around in, especially after dark. The prices are far too high for what is on offer. In my opinion, you can get a lot more for your money elsewhere. read more

We just returned from a eight night stay at the Goring Hotel. We had two connecting rooms. My wife and I where in one and our two teenage sons in the other. The hotel was beautiful, quaint and being over 100 years old had a nice moderen feel. The staff was outstanding! The service they provided was unbelievable.Very courteous and polite without being snooty. our sons where welcome in the bar area for a wonderful afternoon tea. The dining room served outstanding food. Michelin one star rating for dinner. We ate berakfast at the hotel every morning. It was a wonderful way to start the day. The concierge John did so much for us before we arrived. He recommended top restaurants for us, booked all of our dinner reservations, recommended and booked a top flight tour company for us that we used on two separate days. He did so much more, I can't say enough. The Goring Hotel's top rating is well deserved. It excelled in every area. We are already looking forward to our next visit. William Karadanis read more

High Tea at the Goring was refined and relaxed. They catered very well to our two young daughters. Explaining the teas and allowing a lot of sharing. The gardens and patio were a perfect place to enjoy a London summer afternoon. They added a special touch when they found out we were celebrating a birthday. My daughter got a wonderful cake dessert with a birthday greeting written out in chocolate glaze on the dessert plate. read more

My husband and I just returned from our stay here (it was my second time and his first). To say the least, I can certainly understand why it was deemed suitable for Duchess Catherine to stay there prior to her wedding. It was one of the best hotel experiences that I have ever had. The hotel itself is charming, elegant, and stylish with an old-school British flair. The Goring's staff members themselves are very attentive, detail-oriented, professional, knowledgable and friendly. They really go above and beyond to please the guests. The best example of this was when I asked the concierge how long my friends and I would be allowed to have afternoon tea in the lounge next to the bar area, as we could not get a reservation until 4 p.m. (afternoon tea starts at 3 each day and I assumed it would only be for 2 hours or so). The concierge replied, "As long as you would like. This is your lounge." The concierge continued on to explain that it's all about the guests at this hotel. Afternoon tea (and every other meal I had here) was top-notch. Plus, as someone with food allergies, every time I ordered something to eat that might have nuts, the staff would always check in the appropriate places to make sure that whatever was being served to me would not make me sick. Overall, it was a great experience and we look forward to staying here again. read more