The best luxury wedding venues in London are The Dorchester on Park Lane, Shangri-La The Shard for skyline views, Rosewood London's Edwardian courtyard in Holborn, Corinthia London by Whitehall, The Langham's ballroom near Regent Street, and Four Seasons Park Lane in Mayfair. Each can host a ceremony and reception under one roof.
A legendary Park Lane hotel with a famous ballroom.
The Dorchester's ballroom and private rooms have hosted society weddings since the 1930s, overlooking Hyde Park.
Classic London glamour.
Good to know: The Penthouse and Orchid rooms suit smaller weddings.
53 Park Lane, London W1K 1QA
Weddings with sweeping views from the UK's tallest building.
Shangri-La The Shard hosts weddings on its upper floors, with panoramic views across London.
Spectacular for intimate weddings and evening receptions.
Good to know: Book a sunset slot for the best views.
31 St Thomas Street, London SE1 9QU
An Edwardian palace with a grand courtyard entrance.
Rosewood London's Edwardian building has a cobbled courtyard and a restored ballroom, with elegant private rooms.
A central, refined setting.
Good to know: The courtyard makes a dramatic arrival.
252 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EN
Grand Victorian ballrooms near the river.
Corinthia London's chandelier-lit ballrooms and Victorian architecture near Whitehall and the Thames suit large, formal weddings.
Steps from Westminster's landmarks.
Good to know: Ask about its licensed rooms for the ceremony.
Whitehall Place, London SW1A 2BD
A grand 1865 hotel with a famous ballroom.
The Langham, opposite BBC Broadcasting House, has a restored ballroom and private rooms for weddings of all sizes.
A classic choice near Regent Street.
Good to know: Its Palm Court is lovely for afternoon tea with guests.
1C Portland Place, London W1B 1JA
Polished Mayfair luxury with a ballroom.
Four Seasons Park Lane has a ballroom and private dining rooms near Hyde Park, with famously attentive service.
Calm and contemporary.
Good to know: Ask about its rooftop spa for the wedding party.
Hamilton Place, Park Lane, London W1J 7DR
As a rough guide, food and drink minimums at London's top hotels often start around £40,000 to £100,000 for a Saturday evening, plus VAT and service. Weekdays and winter dates cost less.
Yes, if the room is licensed for civil ceremonies. You give notice at a register office at least 29 days before, and registrars attend the hotel. Religious ceremonies usually take place elsewhere.
Twelve to eighteen months ahead for summer Saturdays and December.
They assign an events manager for the hotel's side; many couples also hire an independent planner.