Sparkling blue pool with cascading palms and lounge chairs

Dorchester Collection

Summer at Dorchester Collection

Summer is back. It’s a time for waking up early and staying up late, because the air is warm and alive with possibility. Whether it’s as simple as breakfast on the patio or as magical as watching the sunset, luxury summer holidays at our hotels help you make the most of every moment.

London 
Detail of flower decorations at The Dorchester, London

The Dorchester

The spirit of summer has arrived at The Dorchester, where you’ll find the lobby transformed into a lush garden, conjured up by florist Philip Hammond. Continuing the theme, our chefs present a summer-inspired afternoon tea at The Promenade and floral fine dining at Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester.

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45 Park Lane

Every room at 45 Park Lane overlooks Hyde Park, inviting long summer strolls and even longer picnics. But Hyde Park is just the beginning – London is alive with countless outdoor spaces, from groomed gardens to wild parks. Explore our favourite ways to spend a luxury weekend break in London.

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The Union Jack flies high above the 45 Park Lane penthouse
Ascot 
Blue flowerbed in front of Coworth Park

Coworth Park

The sight of our meadow in full bloom is one that’s not easily forgotten. Enjoy a picnic among the wildflowers or discover the delight of horseriding as polo season makes its exciting return. Let us show you why Coworth Park makes the ultimate summer holiday destination.

Spend summer in Ascot

Paris 

Le Meurice

Paris comes to life in the summer sunshine, as locals take to the parks for sunny strolls and sightseeing. It’s also the time when art fairs and Fashion Week descend on the city for months of unmissable exhibitions and events. See our top picks to fill your calendar.

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View of Paris from la Belle Etoile Suite at Le Meurice, Paris
Picture of outdoor seating at Terrasse Montaigne at Plaza Athenée, Paris

Hôtel Plaza Athénée

Summer at Hôtel Plaza Athénée is a time for al fresco dining and settling in for a day of watching the world go by from Terrasse Montaigne. Our chefs work their culinary magic with fresh, delicious summer ingredients, offering a taste of Paris in a truly Parisian setting.

Restaurants and bars in Paris

Milan 

Hotel Principe di Savoia

Close to Milan’s best attractions, Hotel Principe di Savoia is the ultimate luxury holiday destination. For breezy boat rides and lakeside pizza, head to picturesque Lake Como, where colourful houses cluster along the shores. At night, stroll along Naviglio Grande’s canal-side bars at aperitivo hour, when balmy evenings keep locals out till late.

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Rome 
View of ancient roman ruins in Rome

Hotel Eden

Rome is alive with history, but its real marvels go beyond the artefacts. Beautiful parks and gardens are hidden treasures dotted around the city, where stone pines make shady parasols for escaping the heat. When evening falls, an aperitivo on the rooftop is the perfect way to make the most of a luxury weekend break.

Things to do in Rome

Los Angeles 

Hotel Bel-Air

Hotel Bel-Air was made for summer holidays. The beloved pool is the heart of the action, where inviting sunbeds and hourly refreshments keep bathers lounging all day long. To escape the heat, the tropical grounds offer shady spots for a moment away from it all.

Hotel Bel-Air’s famous oval pool

View of the pool at Hotel Bel Air, Los Angeles
Pool at The Beverly Hills Hotel

The Beverly Hills Hotel

With impossibly blue skies and that famous Californian sunshine, it’s hard not to fall in love with the ‘Pink Palace’ in summer. Luxury summer holidays here mean lounging by the pool, only stopping for the occasional cocktail at The Cabana Cafe.

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