The Goring

I've been fortunate enough to have stayed at The Goring five times now and with each visit I love the place even more! Each time I've received a genuine warm welcome and made to feel at home and at ease from their amazing team. A team who I can tell love what they do and remember you from each visit. I can see why they were listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025! The rooms are lovely and impeccably clean, full of lovely decor, lovely toiletries and a turn down service where you come back to Classic FM playing on the radio to lull you to sleep! The best touch a cuddly toy sheep called Barbara waiting patiently on the bed for each guest to take home as a memento; I am slowly building my own flock (there's an interesting backstory to sheep which is worth reading about). One of my favourite parts of my stay is visiting the bar with it's beautiful decor and array of drinks and the most amazing team there. Second to none. But a special mention goes to Billy (Scott) who has always gives us a warm welcome, provides great service and knows how to make the best cocktails - in fact he made my very own cocktail which was sublime! He works hard to ensure everyone is taken care of and always with a smile. Billy and the team are a real credit and there is no need to venture out further than the lovely garden! The team always go above and beyond and on my last stay Sean from the Concierge team showed this when he helped me with a very last minute request. I needed to sort out a private Black Cab tour of London for some of my family visiting from Ireland and I couldn't find anyone! I was defeated and felt it was a long shot, but this is where Sean calmly put on his cape and within a couple of hours made it happen, and we had the most amazing afternoon. I was so happy! I've stayed in lots of nice hotels, but The Goring is special because it makes you feel special with its genuine warmth, care and passion for its guests no matter who you are. That's special and sets itself apart from other luxury hotels! I always leave happy with another Barbara to add to my flock and will keep returning time and time again.