The Dorchester

I've been to the Dorchester many times, some of which were to eat at China Tang and others were visits to the bar. On this occasion myself and a friend simply wanted to stop by for a cup of coffee in their lounge area at 9pm - they said we could but it would be £30 minimum spend per person. It was practically empty and they still wanted to enforce a minimum spend even though we only wanted coffee. We'd just had a huge dinner nearby and only wanted a drink before we went home. We declined and went to The Lanesborough down the road which is always welcoming and you can sit and have as little or as much as you want. I think it's a bit ridiculous to enforce a minimum spend like that especially as no other 5* hotels I've been to do this... (Claridge's, The Berkeley, The Lanesborough, Bulgari Hotel, The Ritz etc..) Won't consider The Dorchester as a dining location again

Class place and brilliant location. Very popular hotel but prices impact the type of clients that stay here as is evidenced by the cars parked outside the hotel. You can get a burger in the bar area ....from £42! A tea and coffee in the cafe ....£13.50.

WOW! The staff at the hotel is out of this world! Everyone was so kind, helpful knowledgeable and professional. I want to especially thank Purna for the amazing champagne suggestion and detailed history of the partnership with Laurent-Perrier You will not go wrong with this champagne! Also wanted to thank Raj for special room service. So quick to run back to make my daughter happy. Everyone was amazing in the restaurant. I wish I remembered all their names.

Myself and the champagne princess have visited The Dorchester, one of Londons flagship hotels, on a number of occasions. This time, for some cocktails and another visit to the Dorchester Grill. For those of you who haven't visited before, you're in for a treat. The second you walk through the doors you are treated like royalty. The staff, are all immaculately dressed, super attentive, friendly and the absolute paradigm of professionalism. The hotel itself is, as expected, extravagant, opulent and refined. Certainly not showy, but rather, understated and typically English. The bar, at which my girlfriend valiantly attempted to drink her way through every cocktail, is smaller than you'll think but the cocktails are (in her words) the best you'll ever sample. And she has had considerable experience in this field. Even so, she was hugely impressed by the Shimmer cocktail which came with a lip gloss which subtly altered the taste whilst being worn! Amazing! After pre dinner cocktails, we were shown to our table. Once again, the staff are simply outstanding. The maître d chatted happily about the architecture of the room and you get the impression that all the staff have been highly trained to converse about pretty much any aspect of the hotel and the services therein. The sommelier was the most knowledgeable we have ever met and Claudia (my resident wine expert) took advice on board and selected a wonderful red with the meal. A word of warning though, the freshly made bread (in particular the Stilton bread) was too moorish and I had to ask the overly generous waiter to stop bringing more over for fear that I'd consume so much that I'd bring shame upon my family. The food was, and I don't say this lightly, some of the best I've ever eaten. Perfectly cooked and a wide selection to choose from. Service was perfect with the staff excellent at pitching themselves in a friendly and not overly formal way. It's a rare thing to find and very welcome. To conclude, eating and drinking here is a truly wonderful experience. Food and drink is exquisite but the staff are the real heroes of the hotel and deserve to be praised. They are a credit to the hotel. You won't ever be disappointed here.

Two of my Arab friends came to London for a short visit. They stayed in this hotel for few nights. I had to stay with them for two nights. For sure if you are looking for a luxury hotel, without doubt this hotel answer all of your needs. For sure I recommend it.