What The May Fair Hotel does

The May Fair Hotel is a five-star luxury property located in Mayfair, London, on Stratton Street, with a private second entrance on Park Lane that supports discreet high-profile access. The hotel was inaugurated by King George V in 1927 and is owned and operated by Edwardian Hotels London, a privately held hospitality group; the property operates under the Radisson Collection brand affiliation, giving it access to Radisson Rewards distribution and corporate demand channels. The hotel serves high-net-worth leisure travelers, corporate clients, wedding and social event bookers, and group buyers, with revenue sourced from luxury accommodation, multiple food and beverage outlets, a spa and gym, event and meeting spaces, and full-property buyouts.

The property's core offering comprises 404 rooms including 37 luxury suites, several of which are named after famed fashion designers such as Schiaparelli, alongside a curated Art Deco interior anchored by a Baccarat crystal chandelier. Food and beverage consists of May Fair Kitchen (Japanese-Italian cuisine), The May Fair Bar with its embedded The Velvet Room concept, and in-room dining; the May Fair Spa operates with Omorovicza products and the gym is augmented by SB Wellness personal training. Event infrastructure includes 11 meeting and event spaces, the 370-guest Crystal Ballroom, and a 201-seat Screening Room with dual 4K projection that supports private film premieres, screenings, and corporate events. Underlying technology is largely third-party and hospitality-standard: TravelClick for demand and channel management, Epsom for reservations, OpenTable for restaurant bookings, and Toast for point-of-sale; the hotel has added an online meeting room booking system for self-serve event space reservations.

The business model combines direct digital reservations (website, phone) with a dedicated enterprise field sales team targeting corporate and event accounts, and third-party platforms (OpenTable, TravelClick-connected OTAs) for demand capture. Pricing is multi-tiered, including rack and best available rates, a new Platinum Package premium bundled tier, suite and designer-suite pricing, event and wedding packages, and bespoke full-property buyouts. The May Fair Hotel is one operating asset within the privately held Edwardian Hotels London portfolio, and its financial performance is not publicly disclosed.

Name

The May Fair Hotel

Legal name

London May Fair Hotel Limited

Website

https://themayfairhotel.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1927

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

The May Fair Hotel is a five-star London hotel in Mayfair with 404 rooms, luxury designer suites, multiple restaurants and bars, a spa, gym, and extensive event spaces. It serves high-net-worth leisure travelers, corporate clients, and wedding parties under Edwardian Hotels London ownership and Radisson Collection affiliation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Hotels

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Traveler Accommodation (7211)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Urban Luxury Hotels (City Luxury) (THAGACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hotel & Resort Convention Venues (Convention Hotels) (THAHAAAC), City/Urban Convention Hotels (THAGALAA)

Keywords

• Luxury hotel accommodation
• Event venues and banqueting
• Fine dining restaurants
• Spa and wellness services
• Wedding and corporate hospitality

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Luxury Accommodation: Room and suite rentals across 404 rooms including Collection categories (Superior, Deluxe, Premium, Executive) and 37 luxury suites ranging from Penthouse to named designer suites (Schiaparelli, Amber, Amarillo, Azure, Ebony, Opium, Saffron, Duplex). Revenue generated through nightly rates with various pricing tiers based on room category and seasonality.
2. Dining & Restaurants: May Fair Kitchen (Japanese-Italian cuisine) and The May Fair Bar generate revenue through cover charges, food and beverage sales, with additional private dining and event catering services.
3. Events & Venues: Rental of event spaces including The Crystal Ballroom, Danziger Suite, Atrium, Private Dining Room, May Fair Terrace, and eleven Private Suites for conferences, weddings, and celebrations. Revenue from room hire, catering packages, and AV services.
4. Spa & Wellness: May Fair Spa generates revenue through treatment bookings (Omorovicza facials, body treatments, MedSpa services) and spa package sales. Spa packages range from £175 to £395.
5. Gym Membership: Fitness centre memberships offered with tiered pricing: £175 (1 month), £480 (3 months), £870 (6 months), £1440 (12 months). Includes sauna and steam room access, discount on spa treatments, and complimentary personal training session.
6. Hotel Buyouts: Full and partial hotel buyouts for exclusive events, including all rooms, restaurants, bars, spa, and event spaces. Premium pricing for complete property exclusivity.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The May Fair Hotel is a five-star luxury hotel in Mayfair, London, offering 404 rooms and 37 suites alongside multiple dining venues, a full-service spa, fitness centre, and dedicated event spaces. The hotel operates as part of the Radisson Collection brand under Edwardian Hotels London ownership, targeting luxury leisure travelers, corporate clients, and wedding parties. Its differentiated amenities include a 201-seat private cinema (The Screening Room), The Crystal Ballroom with a six-metre Baccarat crystal chandelier, and exclusive full and partial hotel buyouts.

Product overview

The May Fair Hotel is a five-star luxury hotel in Mayfair, London, offering a comprehensive hospitality portfolio encompassing over 400 luxury rooms and suites (including signature suites like The Penthouse, Schiaparelli, Ebony, and Azure), diverse dining experiences at May Fair Kitchen (Japanese-Italian fusion) and The May Fair Bar (cocktails and all-day dining), May Fair Spa & Gym with Omorovicza treatments and 24-hour fitness facilities, and extensive event spaces including The Crystal Ballroom (up to 370 guests), The Screening Room (201-seat private cinema), The Danziger Suite & Atrium, Private Suites for meetings, and May Fair Terrace. The hotel also offers exclusive full and partial buyout options for corporate events, weddings, and private celebrations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• May Fair Kitchen: Japanese and Italian restaurant bringing together the precision of Japanese cuisine and the warmth of Italian cooking. Open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner.
• The May Fair Bar
• May Fair Spa & Gym
• May Fair Terrace

Products and services

• Luxury Accommodation (Rooms & Suites) Over 400 rooms including Collection rooms (Superior, Deluxe, Premium, Executive), Family Rooms, Accessible Rooms, and 37 signature suites such as The Penthouse Suite (2 bedrooms, 200m² with 100ft terrace), The Schiaparelli Suite, The Ebony Suite, and The Azure Suite. Features include Vispring mattresses, goose down pillows, 400 thread-count cotton bedding, Italian marble bathrooms, Noble Isle amenities, Samsung Smart TVs, Sonos sound systems, and complimentary 150Mbps Wi-Fi.
• May Fair Kitchen An intimate restaurant in Mayfair bringing together Japanese and Italian culinary traditions, featuring izakaya-style dishes, A5 Wagyu, sashimi, tempura, robata grilled items, fresh pasta, and stone-baked Neapolitan pizza. Also offers Champagne Afternoon Tea in partnership with Charbonnel et Walker. Open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner.
• The May Fair Bar A refined dining and drinking experience located by Berkeley Square, offering breakfast, all-day dining, night bites, and cocktails with live music performances. Features The Travel Edition cocktail concept inspired by destinations worldwide.
• May Fair Spa & Gym A tranquil sanctuary offering Omorovicza facials and treatments, thermal facilities including sauna and steam room, a relaxation room, and a 24-hour Technogym-equipped fitness center. Includes spa packages ranging from £175 to £395 and gym memberships from £175/month to £1,440/12 months.
• The Crystal Ballroom London's most storied ballroom with a six-metre Baccarat crystal chandelier, accommodating up to 370 guests for receptions or 260 for seated dinners. Features private entrance, AV technology, and connects to The Screening Room.
• The Screening Room One of London's largest private cinemas with 201 Italian leather seats, dual 4K digital projection, THX-certified 7.1 surround sound, Dolby 3D system, and full theatrical lighting. Suitable for film premieres, corporate presentations, product launches, and hybrid events.
• The Danziger Suite & Atrium Art Deco event space named after Hollywood impresarios the Danziger Brothers, accommodating up to 250 guests with flexible stage, adjacent Atrium with vaulted glass ceiling, and full AV capabilities.
• Private Suites (Meeting Rooms) Eleven individually designed meeting rooms on the first floor, ranging from intimate boardrooms for 6 to conference suites accommodating 120 delegates, with natural daylight, full AV technology including Samsung LED screens, HDMI connectivity, and wireless Crestron touch screen controls.
• May Fair Terrace A heated open-air courtyard terrace within the hotel, accommodating up to 60 guests for drinks receptions and private events, with dedicated bar service.
• Full & Partial Hotel Buyouts Exclusive hotel buyout options providing sole occupancy of all 404 bedrooms, event spaces, restaurants, bar, spa, and dedicated staff team for corporate retreats, weddings, and high-profile events. Includes full branding rights and a fully bespoke culinary programme.
• The Velvet Room A velvet-lined semi-private event space within The May Fair Bar, seating up to 60 guests with a marble bar and dedicated entrance for intimate celebrations and corporate gatherings.
• Champagne Afternoon Tea Traditional Afternoon Tea featuring finger sandwiches, warm scones with Cornish clotted cream, seasonal patisserie, and chocolates by Charbonnel et Walker. Includes half bottle of Gusbourne English sparkling wine. Available for groups of 2-8, Thursday-Sunday.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly a century of operation since 1927
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Noble IslecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNoble Isle is a luxury British bath and body products brand creating products using locally sourced, sustainable natural extracts from UK producers. The May Fair Hotel uses Noble Isle amenities in all guest rooms, showcasing the brand's commitment to sustainability and British craftsmanship. The partnership includes wedding and party favours featuring Noble Isle products.
• Charbonnel et WalkercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharbonnel et Walker, established 1875, is a prestigious British chocolatier holding a Royal Warrant for over 50 years. Their fine couverture chocolates feature on the Afternoon Tea menu at May Fair Kitchen. The partnership provides an exclusive premium offering combining hotel service with luxury chocolate craftsmanship.
• OmoroviczacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOmorovicza is a luxury skincare brand inspired by Budapest's healing thermal waters. Known for their 'zero-nasties policy', the brand uses natural mineral-rich ingredients and patented Healing Concentrate™. All May Fair Spa treatments feature Omorovicza products including facials, body treatments, and signature rituals.
• SB WellnesscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSB Wellness provides elite personal training services at May Fair Gym. With nearly a century of combined experience, their trainers work with hotel guests and members to achieve fitness goals including fat loss, muscle toning, functional strength, and injury prevention. Services available for booking via email or phone.
• GC CoutureminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWedding dress designer and retailer recommended as a preferred wedding supplier by The May Fair Hotel. Part of the hotel's network of preferred suppliers including florists, decorators, stylists, and cake artists.
• Ricky Paul FlowersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFlorist recommended as a preferred wedding supplier by The May Fair Hotel for wedding floral arrangements and decorations. Part of the hotel's curated network of London's finest wedding specialists.
• Pinstripes & PeoniesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWedding planner and styling service recommended as a preferred wedding supplier by The May Fair Hotel. Part of the hotel's curated network of London's finest wedding specialists including florists, decorators, and cake artists.
• Radisson CollectioncoreOthersThe May Fair Hotel is part of the Radisson Collection brand, a premium collection of distinctive hotels. The hotel operates under Edwardian Hotels London ownership while maintaining Radisson Collection affiliation and loyalty programme integration through Club Carlson.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Claridge's: Art Deco luxury hotel in Brook Street, Mayfair, with comparable heritage cachet, ballroom-led events business, and ultra-luxury pricing. Closest direct competitor for prestige events and HNW stays.
• The Dorchester: Iconic Park Lane five-star hotel with comparable ballroom, spa, and HNW clientele. Direct competitor for large-scale events and luxury stays in central London.
• Rosewood London: Five-star High Holborn luxury hotel with comparable grand ballroom, spa, and luxury suite inventory. Competes for high-end events and HNW guests in central London.
• The Connaught: Five-star Mayfair hotel within the Maybourne group, with comparable suite count, fine dining, and luxury spa. Competes for the same corporate, leisure, and residential-style luxury segment.
• The Langham London: Five-star Marylebone hotel with comparable MICE business, ballroom (The Grand Ballroom), and luxury leisure mix. Direct competitor in the central London luxury tier.
• The Berkeley: Knightsbridge/Mayfair luxury hotel under Maybourne, similar in scale, suite-led luxury, and event capability. Comparable on rooms, F&B, and event revenue mix.
• Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park: Knightsbridge five-star hotel with comparable event, dining, and spa offerings. Competes for HNW leisure, weddings, and corporate events in central London.
• The Savoy: Strand-based five-star luxury hotel with comparable heritage, ballroom capacity, and event/MICE business. Competes for corporate group bookings and luxury leisure travelers.
• The Ritz London: Iconic five-star luxury hotel in Piccadilly / Mayfair area, comparable in heritage, clientele, and high-end event space. Competes directly for the same HNW leisure, wedding, and corporate event bookings.
• Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane: Five-star luxury hotel on Park Lane with comparable suite count, spa, and event facilities. Targets the same international luxury leisure and corporate segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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