First Impressions
The Laslett sits on a quiet garden square in Notting Hill, and honestly, you might walk right past it if you’re not paying attention. It’s tucked into one of those gorgeous Victorian terraces that make this neighborhood so Instagram-worthy — but in the best possible way. The entrance is understated, almost residential, which immediately tells you this five-star boutique hotel is going for something different than your typical luxury experience.
The Neighborhood
You’re basically in the heart of what makes London so addictive. Portobello Road market is a three-minute walk away (I timed it), and you know what? You’ll actually want to wake up early on Saturday mornings to beat the crowds to the antique stalls. Hyde Park is right there too — perfect for those jet-lagged early morning runs when your body thinks it’s still dinner time back home. The whole area feels like a movie set, except people actually live here.
The Room Experience
The room I stayed in was surprisingly spacious for London standards, with these massive windows that let in floods of natural light. They’ve gone for this sort of lived-in luxury vibe — think beautiful vintage furniture mixed with modern touches that actually make sense. The bathroom products were from Bramley, which might not mean much until you use them and realize you’ll be hunting them down when you get home.
Food and Social Spaces
The ground floor restaurant and bar area feels more like a stylish friend’s living room than a hotel lobby. I mean that in the best way — you’ll see locals dropping in for drinks, which always signals you’re somewhere special. Breakfast isn’t just the usual hotel spread; they do proper eggs Benedict and the kind of coffee that makes you linger over the newspapers. The evening crowd gets interesting too, especially if you grab a spot by the windows facing the garden.
Why Guests Love It
What really sets The Laslett apart is how it manages to feel both luxurious and unpretentious at the same time. The staff knows the neighborhood inside and out — they’ll send you to the perfect pub or tell you which stalls at Portobello actually have the good stuff. There’s no stuffy formality here, just genuine hospitality that makes you feel like you’ve discovered London’s best-kept secret. It’s the kind of place where you’ll find yourself planning your next trip back before you’ve even checked out.
