Book direct for the best room rates this summer and 10% off in The Buttery throughout your stay. We've just launched our seasonal dinner offering for Friday and Saturday evenings this summer - a new menu of delicious small plates to be enjoyed as a supper or to provide some sustenance while y. With Chelsea Flower Show just around the corner (both temporally and geographically) and warmer weather setting in, we've been inspired to give our own little nature patch an extra helping of love.Here at The Buttery brunch isn't just a meal, it's a fizz-fuelled institution, and we're always working hard to stay on top of our game.
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The Lime Tree is a historic townhouse hotel combining the laid-back warmth of a Georgian family home with up-to-date styling and the friendliest service. Upstairs our 26 bedrooms offer a haven from busy days out around town. Downstairs you'll find our pretty walled garden, restful lounge and in-house cafe-style restaurant, The Buttery, providing our guests with delicious breakfasts and a lovely space to recharge and socialise during the day.
Our 26 bedrooms blend traditional townhouse features with contemporary comforts. While every one has a different size, shape and layout, they each provide everything you'll need to put your feet up after a busy day out, with pure cotton linens, bespoke beds and modern ensuite shower rooms featuring 100% natural British toiletries from Bramley.
The Buttery is a rustic-chic cafe-restaurant in the heart of Belgravia with a fabulous country garden for all day dining. Our laid-back menus offer delicious breakfasts, brunch favourites and seasonal lunch and dinner plates, complemented by the finest London-roasted coffee from The Gentlemen Baristas, a selection of classic cocktails and a wine list featuring produce from some of the pre-eminent British vineyards.
The Snug is our stylish and cosy meeting and private event space. With natural light from two large sash windows, high ceilings, exposed brickwork, vintage furniture and original art adorning the walls, it's a fabulously laid-back and welcoming spot to gather for meetings, workshops, private dining or parties.
Reviews (25)
Ian Carter
Mar 08, 2022
Piers Jeffries
Feb 20, 2022
Lihi Aharonov
Dec 26, 2021
Heather Snelgar
Dec 25, 2021
If there were 6 stars that's what I'd give this place! A really gorgeous hotel in the best location you could wish for in London. The hotel itself is cosy but not small, the rooms are really beautiful and great care has been taken to ensure they are really comfortable and clean. In addition to that the staff are absolutely lovely. We will be back!
Tristan Torgersen
Dec 19, 2021
Frances Allan
Nov 21, 2021
Steven Higginbottom
Oct 30, 2021
Lev Lukashev
Oct 25, 2021
Julie Moffat
Sep 20, 2021
Dee Hignett
Jul 31, 2021
Gary McLeod
Jul 16, 2021
Two night stay in this gem of a hotel. Amazing staff, nothing too much trouble. A warm welcome, (dziekuje bardzo Johanna) a small but clean and comfortable room. Sweet and friendly house keeping, with thanks! Loved the shower especially. Breakfast in the Buttery garden was delightful. So much hard work gone into creating a beautiful space to chill. Observed closely by resident robin named Alan! Thank you, we will be back.
L. McB
Jun 30, 2021
What a wonderful spot! The hotel has an amazing secluded garden - the perfect place for a relaxing lunch, afternoon tea or an aperitif to enjoy the beautiful weather we've been having in London. The food is delicious, especially the asparagus with hummus. The staff were very friendly. I can highly recommend it!
Dyfrig Williams
Nov 28, 2019
Anna Luisa Achilles
Oct 25, 2019
Even though my room is tiny (9 square meters, single bed) I kind of like it. It's cozy and very clean. Relatively quiet, good breakfast and friendly staff. There's a cold draft coming from the window and the bed is right underneath it which is far from ideal, and shouldn't be the case considering the place isn't exactly cheap. Even just a heavier curtain that doesn't let all the air through would help.
Anna L.
Jul 06, 2019
Love this place. It's so nice & cozy. It's in a great neighborhood & convenient location to get around the city. The rooms are nice and quaint. The breakfast is great. They give you a choice and it's a great meal. The staff who work there are incredibly friendly and help with any questions you might have. Definitely recommend this hotel!
Mya H.
Aug 13, 2018
Noel A.
Jan 24, 2018
Great find. Thank you Rick Steves. We loved the neighborhood. The rooms were adequately appointed, the staff was helpful and friendly, and the breakfast was tasty. We had two rooms, one a queen and one two twins. Super easy to hail a cab and just a short block to Victoria Station. A lovely walk to many area sights. So glad we had a chance to stay here.
Kathleen S.
Jun 10, 2014
We (Mom, Dad and 28 year-old daughter) stayed at the Lime Tree Hotel for 6 nights the first week of June, and found it to be an amazing experience. The location is perfect: 3 minute walk from Victoria Coach station (National Express from Heathrow) and within a 10 minute walk of the Victoria Underground, which provides easy access to many London attractions.
The neighborhood is quiet and has several family owned restaurants within 5 minutes walking distance. We were in Room 4, with 3 single beds, 2nd floor and a lovely garden view. The room is a good size for a European hotel with two end tables and a chest of drawers for storage. The bathroom is small (shower, toilet and sink) but understand that this is an average size for Europe.
There is no counter space in the bathroom but mom and daughter took over the top of the chest for creams, makeup, etc. Remember to bring your own wash cloth. We learned that Europeans do not provide them and have 3 brightly colored ones we travel with. Be forewarned: the bathroom sink in this room is on an elevated tile base. A couple of stubbed toes will get you to be careful approaching the sink!
We kept the bath mat rolled over the edge after the first whack. Another warning for those who pack heavily: there is no lift (elevator in American). The stairs are steep and narrow which can make it difficult to get large heavy luggage up to and down from the room. Don't be afraid to ask for help from the staff; they'll be more than happy to lend a hand. Speaking of the staff, they are extremely friendly, kind and helpful. Clearly, their goal is to make your trip as wonderful as possible.
They will make reservations, supply maps and directions and welcome you back from a day of sightseeing with a cheery smile. Same goes for the dining room folks who serve up a hearty breakfast (included in the price) with a smile every morning. Bottom line: if we ever return to London, we would not hesitate to stay again at the Lime Tree Hotel. You should consider it too.
The neighborhood is quiet and has several family owned restaurants within 5 minutes walking distance. We were in Room 4, with 3 single beds, 2nd floor and a lovely garden view. The room is a good size for a European hotel with two end tables and a chest of drawers for storage. The bathroom is small (shower, toilet and sink) but understand that this is an average size for Europe.
There is no counter space in the bathroom but mom and daughter took over the top of the chest for creams, makeup, etc. Remember to bring your own wash cloth. We learned that Europeans do not provide them and have 3 brightly colored ones we travel with. Be forewarned: the bathroom sink in this room is on an elevated tile base. A couple of stubbed toes will get you to be careful approaching the sink!
We kept the bath mat rolled over the edge after the first whack. Another warning for those who pack heavily: there is no lift (elevator in American). The stairs are steep and narrow which can make it difficult to get large heavy luggage up to and down from the room. Don't be afraid to ask for help from the staff; they'll be more than happy to lend a hand. Speaking of the staff, they are extremely friendly, kind and helpful. Clearly, their goal is to make your trip as wonderful as possible.
They will make reservations, supply maps and directions and welcome you back from a day of sightseeing with a cheery smile. Same goes for the dining room folks who serve up a hearty breakfast (included in the price) with a smile every morning. Bottom line: if we ever return to London, we would not hesitate to stay again at the Lime Tree Hotel. You should consider it too.
Makayla W.
Feb 22, 2014
Great location and beautiful place. Affordable with lovely clean rooms and incredibly helpful staff. Breakfast was a delight with warm croissants brought to every table with a smile from the friendly staff. Everything on the menu is delicious! Safe, beautiful, clean neighborhood close to Victoria station and really anything you could want. A short walk away from Buckingham palace. Definitely will come back here!
M. C.
Oct 06, 2012
This is a great hotel in London. Situtated in Belgravia, London it is close to Victoria Station and major bus stops. It's also walking distance to Buckingham Palace. I want to especially praise the staff at Lime Tree. They are some of the nicest and gracious people I have met in my travels through Europe. They are super friendly and will bend over backwards to help you.
I looked forward to the breakfast every morning. It is full service and the choices are wonderful. I enjoyed the fresh baked bread offering prior to ordering. Our room was just perfect and offered a view of the life below in the streets. My husband and I often sat out in the garden and enjoyed the visit from many beautiful birds. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting London and would return myself if ever in England again.
I looked forward to the breakfast every morning. It is full service and the choices are wonderful. I enjoyed the fresh baked bread offering prior to ordering. Our room was just perfect and offered a view of the life below in the streets. My husband and I often sat out in the garden and enjoyed the visit from many beautiful birds. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting London and would return myself if ever in England again.
Patti M.
Nov 19, 2010
Very disappointed. The Belgravia location was close to Victoria Station which was handy. Rooms were so small I had to climb over the bed to use the sink and there was no place to set my suitcase; and I like small rooms. Decor was dreary and worn and tasteless which made it worse. Female staff were sloppily dressed and not very solicitous when we asked for help with dinner reservations and one of our bags (no lift and we were on the 4th floor). Male staff were much better. The impression I have is that no one cares. They do have a good location and the price is low (95).
Qype User Jaccd
Aug 12, 2010
This quaint little hotel was definitely different. The service was great, the staff were human, as supposed to the robots you get in a chain hotel, but at least you believed them when they smiled or said niceties. The room we had (22) was very much on the small side, but did the job for one night. I cant fault the location if you're heading into London, 10min walk to Buckingham palace, directly between victoria and sloane square tube stations, and a constant flow of taxi's outside!
Its a bed and breakfast, so its included in the price, unfortunately we didnt quite make it to breakfast, so i cant really comment on the standard! Overall the staff were nice, room was average! If you're looking for an affordable non-chain hotel this little place is great!
Its a bed and breakfast, so its included in the price, unfortunately we didnt quite make it to breakfast, so i cant really comment on the standard! Overall the staff were nice, room was average! If you're looking for an affordable non-chain hotel this little place is great!
Meg P.
Mar 04, 2010
My fiance and I spent a week at The Limetree back in March of 2009 and found it to be completely lovely! The location was great, the breakfast yummy, rooms quaint (but what room isn't in London?) but comfortable. the thing that really stood out to me was the staff. Seriously, they were so attentive, helpful, kind, friendly. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a safe, clean, comfy place to lay their head after a long day of sight seeing. (If you have disabilities make sure to ask them to put you on the lower level- the stairs to the top floors are STEEP! :)
Miriam W.
Nov 04, 2009
If you're an occasional traveler wanting to use the money you save on accommodation to spend at Harrod's, the Limetree Hotel is a fine spot. My stay in room number one, however, reminded me in size and comfort of a university dorm room. Its smallness incited claustrophobia and the sink inside the room (as opposed to the bathroom) was logistically nightmarish. Don't get me started on the shelf mounted on the wall above the bed to hold a tea kettle.
Since room number one's on the first floor of the B&B, every single guest must pass by it to get to or from their rooms so forget any sleep past 7:00 or so in the morning. Oh, and check out time is 10:00AM.
Since room number one's on the first floor of the B&B, every single guest must pass by it to get to or from their rooms so forget any sleep past 7:00 or so in the morning. Oh, and check out time is 10:00AM.
Liz R.
Sep 22, 2009
The perfect little B&B, you feel more like you're staying with a good friend then at a hotel. The staff is very helpful and really sweet. Also the Lime tree is in a wonderful location, you are in a neighborhood with cute little shops and a few blocks from a number of London's biggest attractions and Victoria Coach station. It is also true what they say about the Breakfasts- I always started my day full and happy. The Hot Chocolate on the cold mornings was perfect as well (Stayed in early December). This is my hotel of choice whenever I am in London.