The Goring

The Goring is a lovely hotel. The location is great for walking to a number of sights as well as a tube station. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. The breakfasts were amazing. One of the nicest hotels we have ever stayed in and one of the best hotel experiences we have ever had. Would definitely stay there again.

Excellence is how the Goring operates. I consider it the best of the best in London. From housekeeping to the doorman excellence is exemplified by all persons. Simply a great traditional hotel well cared for as are all guests. *******************

We were made to feel special from the moment we went through the doors of this beautiful hotel. It was our first visit and I had very high expectations and am happy to say the whole experience was faultless. We booked lunch for our 37th wedding anniversary, the reception staff accompanied us to the dining room where the restaurant staff shown to a beautiful table in the corner. All the many staff who looked after us were friendly and incredibly knowledgeable about the food and the hotel, they talked us through our choices which were as beautiful on the eye as it was on the pallet (especially the beef wellington)! At the end of our meal the staff noticed we were interested in some of the intriguing artwork around the dining room and without being asked, showed us around, explaining some of the stories and history behind each of the pieces. The Goring really is a truly understated gem - thank you so much for having us and we will be back.

This hotel is extremely beautiful throughout. Staff are super friendly, efficient, welcoming and very eager to please in all departments. The service element is very strong at The Goring. A generous plate of fruit and bottle of house champagne was placed in my room prior to arrival as it was my birthday and this was well noted by the hotel. Room amenities were disappointing in several aspects. I had to ask for a fridge and one was duly provided. The room was very warm. Air conditioning did not work well and someone attended but was unable to address. Only when I requested, was a fan provided. There are no tea or coffee making facilities in the room. Only via reading online reviews did I discover again that you have to ask for this. It wasn’t offered on arrival. Again disappointing. I felt this should have been offered on arrival. Service for pre-dinner drink was slow in the bar lounge. Food here is very good however my main course at dinner in The Dining Room had a fois gras element, which was not explained on the menu. It was only explained after it had been served. I did not expect a “hot pot pie” to accompany a lamb dish to taste predominantly of fois gras. I was unable therefore, to make my own informed decision on ethical grounds, on this menu choice. Again disappointing. Room service breakfast was very efficient although staff appeared fixated on removing the tray from my room while I was preparing to pack and leave.

I rarely give a hotel or a restaurant five stars. I save them for the best of the best. The Goring truly belongs in that select group. The building, inside and out, is gorgeous. The staff, from doorman to general manager, could not be kinder or more accommodating. The receptionists bend over backwards as do the concierges. And the dining room and bar staff are perfect. We have stayed at the Goring multiple times. Each time we are sorry to leave her and promise to return.