London’s Best Hotel Breakfasts Worth Getting Up Early For
Whether it’s a powerhouse business breakfast, birthday brunch or buffet, there are few better simples pleasures than the hotel breakfast. London has more than it’s fair share, so whether you’re booking in just for the morning or staying overnight, here are some of the best hotel breakfast in the capital that are worth setting your alarm for.
The Cadogan
Explore the brand new brunch menu at The LaLee, part of Cadogan Hotel, which launched every Sunday starting from August at 12pm to 3pm. As part of the new service, the restaurant will offer dishes include a Cornish lobster roll, avocado on toast with fried duck egg, and crispy chicken waffle with maple vinaigrette.
where: 75 Sloane Street, London, England, SW1
website: www.sevenrooms.com
St. Martin’s Lane
Whether you’re a buffet lover or prefer made-to-order dishes, the restaurant at St Martins Lane makes waking up easier. From fresh pastries and seasonal fruit to indulgent à la carte favourites, breakfast here sets the tone for a perfect London morning.
Breakfast here sets the tone for a perfect London morning
WHERE: 45 St Martin’s Lane, WC2N 4HX
WEBSITE: www.book.ennismore.com
Broadwick Soho
Looking for a spectacular hotel breakfast included with your stay? When you book direct at Broadwick Soho, you can start the day in the hotel’s street-level café Bar Jackie with a classic full English, avocado on sourdough toast, or a selection of other classic dishes.
Start the day in the hotel’s street-level café Bar Jackie with a classic full English or avocado on sourdough toast
Where: 20 Broadwick Street, London W1F 8HT
Website: www.broadwicksoho.com
NoMad hotel
At the helm is NoMad’s Culinary Director, Bryce Shuman, who brings a nostalgic New York sensibility to the menu, reimagined through the lens of a French brasserie. The NoMad signature breakfast includes charcuterie & cheese, passion fruit & chia seed pudding, cottage cheese, olives, smoked salmon, seasonal fruit plate & a bread basket for £35. As well as many other a la carte options to pick from. The New York meets London breakfast offering is definitely one to peel away from your bed for.
Where: 28 Bow Street, WC2E 7aw
Website: www.thenomadhotel.com
Montcalm
Forget hitting snooze and start your morning at Lilli by Akira Back. Tucked inside Montcalm Mayfair and framed by Georgian garden–inspired interiors, this hidden gem serves breakfast the way it should be. Go all in with a full English or Eggs Benedict, or keep it light with a Continental spread that’s every bit as chic as the setting.
Go all in with a full English or Eggs Benedict, or keep it light with a Continental spread
where: 2 Wallenberg Place, London, W1H 7TN, UK
Website: www.montcalmcollection.com
Home House
Home House sets the standard for a breakfast worth waking up early for. Guests can enjoy an elegant spread that blends indulgence and wellness, featuring freshly baked pastries, artisan breads, seasonal fruit, and classic English favourites, all paired with expertly brewed coffee and teas. Served in historic surroundings, breakfast at Home House offers a slow and luxurious start to the day, inviting guests to savour every detail.
where: 20 Portman Square, W1H 6LW
Website: www.homehouse.co.uk
The Gore
Breakfast at 190 Queen’s Gate is a quintessentially English affair, both in style and in taste. The restaurant at The Gore London proudly partners with handpicked suppliers and local producers to ensure only the finest ingredients make it to your plate. The menu spans all morning moods: from classic full English and perfectly poached eggs Benedict, to indulgences for a sweet tooth, think fluffy pancakes and golden French toast. There’s really something for everyone. For those who fancy a leisurely morning stroll after breakfast, Hyde Park is on the doorstep.
where: 190 Queen’s Gate, Kensington, SW7 5EX
website: www.collezione.starhotels.com
The Franklin
With its tranquil views overlooking Egerton Gardens, The Franklin Restaurant offers a breakfast experience that feels like an escape from the bustle of Knightsbridge. Infused with subtle Italian flair, the setting is as elegant as the menu itself. Expect all the breakfast classics: from perfectly balanced eggs royal to creamy avocado on toast, alongside modern, creative options such as tropical coconut porridge with pineapple or a light chia seed pudding. And with the boutiques of Knightsbridge just beyond the door, breakfast at The Franklin is the perfect start to a day of shopping.
where: 24 Egerton Gardens, SW3 2DB Knightsbridge, London
website: www.collezione.starhotels.com
Yopo at The Mandrake
Did you know that acai bowls originated from Brazil, and not Bali? South American spot Yopo, situated within a green oasis in The Mandrake, showcases breakfast specials from the continent.
Indulge in new sweet plates on the menu, including the mango, lime and spiced agave and caramelised brioche French toast, served with strawberries and coconut ice-cream. Savoury dishes include huevos rancheros and Portland crab and egg muffin, plus an all-time favourite, yellow tail and black sesame mole, will return to the kitchen.
Where: YOPO, The Mandrake
Website: yoporestaurantlondon
Straits Kitchen at Pan Pacific
Breakfast at Pan Pacific London is the kind of spread that makes getting out of bed worthwhile. Served in elegant surroundings overlooking Bishopsgate, the buffet is as international as it is indulgent, with everything from award-winning buttery pastries and freshly cut fruit to steaming bowls of noodle soup and fragrant curries. A green health shot greets every guest on arrival, followed by juices pressed fresh and honey served straight from the comb.
For those with a sweet tooth, there are golden waffles and fluffy pancakes stacked high with toppings, while eggs any way you like them can be ordered directly from the kitchen. Alongside artisan breads, cured meats, cheeses, and plant-based options, it is the sort of breakfast that feels less like a meal and more like an occasion.
where: 80 Houndsditch, London EC3A 7AB
website: www.panpacific.com
