Hotel
From hotels suited to business schedules to design-led addresses for exploring the city, here is our selection of places to stay in London during Wimbledon.
For visitors coming to London for Wimbledon, a hotel is more than a place to sleep. It sets the rhythm of the day, shaping the morning before play, the evening after a match and the pauses between meetings and journeys across town. The right hotel can change the way you experience London. From long-established addresses to newly reimagined spaces, here is our selection of places from which to enjoy both Wimbledon and the city.
Raffles London at The OWO
Raffles London at The OWO occupies a landmark Whitehall building once used for government business. Behind its imposing façade are calm, finely detailed interiors that make it easy to maintain the rhythm of the day. A quiet morning can flow into daytime meetings, before guests return in the evening to prepare for the next engagement. For visitors combining Wimbledon with business commitments, it is a well-judged base.
TIP. Getting there
• By car: The journey takes approximately 35–50 minutes. During the Championships, allow at least an hour due to increased traffic.
• By public transport: Take the District Line from Embankment to Southfields. From there, it is a 15-minute walk to the Grounds.
The Ned
In the heart of the City of London, The Ned suits visitors looking for a livelier pace. The former bank has been transformed into a collection of restaurants, bars and generous communal spaces that flow into one another, carrying the energy of the city indoors. It is a fitting choice for those looking to experience another side of London after a day at Wimbledon.
TIP. Getting there
• By car: The journey takes approximately 40–60 minutes. During the Championships, allow at least an hour due to traffic and road closures.
• By public transport: The simplest route is to take the District Line from Cannon Street to Southfields. From there, it is a 15-minute walk to the Grounds.
Claridge’s
At the heart of Mayfair, Claridge’s offers one of the most assured expressions of classic London. Its long-established standards of service and composed interiors make time at the hotel an experience in itself. It is a fitting choice for those who want to slow the pace before or after the match.
TIP. Getting there
• By car: The journey takes approximately 40–60 minutes. During the Championships, allow at least an hour due to increased traffic.
• By public transport: Take the Jubilee Line from Bond Street to Westminster, then change to the District Line for Southfields. From there, it is a 15-minute walk to the Grounds.
The Beaumont
Tucked away on a quiet Mayfair street, The Beaumont suits those who prefer restraint to spectacle. Its Art Deco character and intimate scale make it an easy place to regain focus between demanding engagements. For visitors who value time to themselves during Wimbledon, it could be the right fit.
TIP. Getting there
• By car: The journey takes approximately 40–60 minutes. During the Championships, allow at least an hour due to increased traffic.
• By public transport: Take the Jubilee Line from Bond Street to Westminster, then change to the District Line for Southfields. From there, it is a 15-minute walk to the Grounds.
A good hotel is more than a place to sleep in London. It is the starting point for how the day unfolds.