17 Hertford Street

17 Hertford Street Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to 17 Hertford Street for the first time, you might actually walk right past it — and that’s sort of the point. This three-star boutique hotel sits quietly on one of Mayfair’s most elegant residential streets, looking more like a well-kept Georgian townhouse than a commercial property. The understated entrance gives you that feeling of being let in on a secret, which honestly sets the tone for the entire experience. The hotel’s discreet charm appeals to discerning travelers seeking an alternative to larger chain properties.

Location & Neighborhood

I mean, you really can’t get much more central than this in London. Hertford Street runs between Park Lane and Berkeley Square, putting you within a five-minute walk of Green Park tube station and about the same distance to Bond Street’s shopping madness. What I love about this particular stretch is how residential it feels — you’re surrounded by private members’ clubs and elegant townhouses rather than tourist traps. The location score of 9.2 makes perfect sense when you realize you can walk to Buckingham Palace, Oxford Street, or Piccadilly Circus without breaking a sweat. This positioning offers unparalleled access to London’s most prestigious addresses and cultural landmarks.

The Room Experience

The rooms here are what you’d expect from a thoughtfully converted Georgian building — they’re not huge, but they’re cleverly designed with period details that actually feel authentic rather than forced. Each room has its own character, with some featuring original fireplaces and others boasting those lovely tall windows that flood the spaces with natural light. The furnishings strike a nice balance between classic and contemporary design elements. The bathrooms are compact but well-appointed, and you know what? The beds are genuinely comfortable, which matters more than fancy amenities when you’re exploring London all day.

Service & Atmosphere

The staff here gets it — they’re helpful without being overly formal, which fits the hotel’s residential vibe perfectly. There’s no grand lobby scene or bustling restaurant, just a welcoming reception area that feels more like stepping into someone’s well-appointed home. The service is personal in a way that larger hotels simply can’t match, and they seem to genuinely know the neighborhood well enough to give you proper local recommendations rather than the usual tourist suggestions. This attentive approach to hospitality creates memorable stays for returning guests.

Why Guests Love It

Couples absolutely rave about this place, with ratings of 9.7 for romantic trips, and I can see why — there’s something intimate about staying somewhere that feels like your own private London pied-à-terre. The combination of that prime Mayfair address with the boutique scale means you get the prestige location without the corporate hotel experience. It’s the kind of place where you feel like a temporary local rather than a tourist, and honestly, that’s worth its weight in gold when you’re trying to experience London authentically. The hotel represents a refined alternative for travelers who value character and discretion.

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17 Hertford Street Accommodations

Reviews of 17 Hertford Street

• Lawrence from United States (8/10)

  Spacious – fit our needs perfectly. Great Location – Plenty of

• Victoria from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Amazing location! Great sized room with everything you needed. Has small kitchen, nice sized bathroom and large bedroom with tall ceilings and beautiful large windows.

• Stephen from United Kingdom (8/10)

  excellent location, we were met by an amazing host who was so helpful

• Bertie from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Very friendly host/reception. Very big rooms for London. Great experience. Thank you!

• Edward from United Kingdom (9/10)

  John Kennedy is an extremely good manager. Can’t find better

• Ebrahim from Bahrain (8/10)

  Location, staff

• Manmohan from India (7/10)

  Location is excellent.Caretaker John Kennedy was very sweet and always helpful

• Barry from United Kingdom (7/10)

  No breakfast available?

• Powell from United Kingdom (8/10)

• Cem from Turkey (7/10)

  We are upgraded to a larger room. The room is comfortable. The staff is very kind.
  The property is renovated partly,but need some more renovation, but then would be charged more 🙂

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