FirstSuites Score 10.14 out of 10, EMPTYJET 6★
The Dorchester
London · United Kingdom
93.0EMPTYJETEMPTYJET Consensus score out of 100$$$$from ~$1,184 / night
- City
- Historic
- city breaks
EMPTYJET rank #10
Shangri-La The Shard London
FirstSuites Score
10.20 / 10
10.00 = a flawless five-star; above it, the sixth and seventh stars.
31 St Thomas St, London SE1 9QU, United Kingdom
Distinctions
Hotel distinction
Forbes Travel Guide
Global excellence index
Reader distinction
Advisor network
Card travel programme
EMPTYJET Consensus
93.2 / 100
Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.
EMPTYJET 6-starEMPTYJET 6-star
Analysed from 12,650 guest reviews across Tripadvisor, Google, Booking.com and Trip.com.
Most noted: rooms.
Best for
- city breaks
- wellness
- couples
- business
About Shangri-La The Shard London
Shangri-La The Shard London offers 202 rooms and is recognised as an EMPTYJET 6-star property. Guests have access to three signature dining venues and a spa offering ELEMIS facials, massages, manicures, pedicures, and hairdressing services. The hotel features London's highest infinity pool, providing a unique swimming experience above the city.
The property has received a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating for 2026 and is listed in La Liste's Top 1000 hotels with a score of 98.5/100. Its central London location and comprehensive amenities make it a notable choice for luxury stays.
Why it stands out
Shangri-La The Shard London is listed for its EMPTYJET 6-star status, Forbes Five-Star award, and La Liste Top 1000 ranking. Its location in London, signature dining, spa with ELEMIS treatments, and the city's highest infinity pool distinguish it among luxury hotels.
Key facts
- Official classification
- 5-star (google_maps)
- Keys
- 202 rooms
- Brand
- Shangri-La
- Type
- City, Wellness, Urban resort
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Activities
- Swimming pool — Home to London's highest infinity pool
- Infinity pool — evidence: Home to London's highest infinity pool
Wellness
- Spa — our luxurious spa treatment rooms offer a haven of relaxation high above the bustling city
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Spa & wellness
Verified 19 Aug 2026Services
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
- Forbes Travel GuideFive-Star2026
- La ListeTop 10002026
- MICHELIN GuideOne Key
- Condé Nast TravelerReaders' Choice Awards
- American ExpressFine Hotels + Resorts
- VirtuosoMember
- American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts
Location
51.5043, -0.0868Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed5 fields
- Official brand / collection siteBrand4 fields
- Serper (Google Maps data)Places provider7 fields
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