Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 14 October 2026 · How we review hotels
The Berkeley is for travellers who want Knightsbridge at its most polished. It sits on Wilton Place, a short walk from Hyde Park and Harrods, and has been part of the neighbourhood for more than a century. Guests speak most warmly about the service, describing staff who go above and beyond and make each guest feel like the only one. The rooftop pool is the facility they mention most, and the spa, the elegant rooms with marble bathrooms and a choice of four restaurants make it easy to spend time in the hotel itself. The main trade-off is price. Guests consistently call it expensive, and breakfast in particular divides opinion for what it costs. A few rooms also fall short on small things, from charging points to soundproofing. For a special trip centred on shopping, the park and very attentive service, it delivers; anyone counting every pound will find better value nearby.
Guests score it 9.1 out of 10 — the average across the 31 hotels we list in London is 9.3.
What Guests Loved
- Service is the theme that runs through almost every review. Guests describe staff who go above and beyond, from the valets and reception to housekeeping and the bar, and one sums it up as being treated like the only guest in the hotel.
- Hyde Park and Harrods are a short walk away, and the shops of Knightsbridge are just minutes from the door. Guests call the location convenient for both shopping and the park.
Things to Consider
- Cost is the most common reservation, and value for money is the aspect guests rate least generously. Several who loved the stay still note that it is expensive.
- Plenty of guests enjoy breakfast, but some found it ordinary compared with other luxury hotels, and one described the signature breakfast as pretty to look at but forgettable for what it costs.
Should you book it?
The Berkeley is worth booking for travellers who want Hyde Park and Knightsbridge shopping on foot — but pick somewhere else if you want a stay that feels like good value.
Book it if you want
- Travellers who want Hyde Park and Knightsbridge shopping on foot
- Guests who value attentive service and a rooftop pool
Pick somewhere else if
- You want a stay that feels like good value
- You are a light sleeper sensitive to noise between rooms
Frequently asked questions
How far is The Berkeley from the airport?
The Berkeley is 21 km from Heathrow Airport (LHR).
How far is The Berkeley from the centre of London?
The Berkeley is 2 km from the centre of London.
How do guests rate The Berkeley?
On Booking.com it scores 9.1/10 from 267 guest reviews.
How many stars does The Berkeley have?
The Berkeley is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does The Berkeley offer?
The Berkeley offers 2 Swimming Pools, spa, fitness Centre, 4 Restaurants, bar and room Service.
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Wilton Place, Knightsbridge, Westminster Borough, London, SW1X 7RL, United Kingdom