The Savoy
The landmark Strand grande dame on the Thames, blending Edwardian and Art Deco glamour above the river.
The call
Worth it if you only have one day and you're traveling as a couple.
Short answer
Is The Savoy worth it?
The Savoy deserves a place on most first itineraries.
The answer depends on your budget, time and travel style; the breakdown below shows who gets the most value.
Why
- 01
Old-world London at its most theatrical — a riverside frontage, the legendary American Bar, and afternoon tea in the Thames Foyer.
- 02
Storied, formal and unmistakably expensive.
Is it a fit?
Go if
You only have one day
Short trip or not, keep The Savoy.
You're traveling as a couple
As a couple, The Savoy is an easy yes.
You're traveling solo
Solo, The Savoy is an easy yes.
You care about the visual experience
The Savoy rewards a trip built around beauty & photography.
Think twice if
You're watching the budget
The Savoy can strain a tight budget. Go only when it is a priority.
You're traveling with kids
With kids, The Savoy needs the right timing and tolerance.
The night matters
The Savoy offers some nightlife, but not enough to make it the reason to go.
What you're near — and what you're not
- Covent Garden & the West End (5–10 min)
- The Thames & Embankment
- Theatreland on the doorstep
- The City's quiet at weekends
- A taxi or tube from Notting Hill / Kensington
What you're paying for
Rooms range from Superior up to the river-view suites; the Thames-facing rooms command a premium and are the ones to angle for. Interiors split between Edwardian and Art Deco styles — specify your preference when booking.
Plan it well
- Cost
- £600–1,200+ / night
Sources and method (2)
- The Savoy's American Bar was named the World's Best Bar at The World's 50 Best Bars 2017, the first time it topped the list. drinksint.com ↗
- Afternoon tea is served in The Gallery (the former Thames Foyer), reopened November 2024 after a full BradyWilliams redesign. thesavoylondon.com ↗