IDLEWYLD INN & SPA, London

Idlewyld Inn & Spa - A Victorian mansion with fine dining, spa services, and historic architectural details

Located in London's historic Old South neighborhood, this 3-star London hotel occupies an 1878 Victorian mansion featuring original woodwork, ornate fireplaces, and Lincrusta-Walton wallpaper. The Idlewyld Inn & Spa houses 21 individually decorated rooms equipped with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffee makers, and air conditioning. The 70-seat dining room serves locally-inspired contemporary cuisine paired with award-winning wines and draft beers, while the on-site spa offers organic treatments using Hungarian Eminence products and Dead Sea elements. Business facilities include meeting spaces for up to 50 people with AV equipment and complimentary WiFi. The property sits just minutes from downtown and a short walk from Wortley Village, with London International Airport 9.5 miles away.

Pros

Original Victorian architectural features preserved since 1878, including stunning woodwork and ornate fireplaces

Spa treatments feature premium Hungarian Eminence Organic products and Dead Sea elements

Multiple dining venues including sun-filled dining room, front porch, and hidden Garden Courtyard

Monthly afternoon tea events featuring assorted teas and treats

Cons

Limited capacity for events (maximum 50 guests)

9.5 miles distance from London International Airport