Summer in England means two things: the potential for actual sunshine and the arrival of Wimbledon. The annual tennis championship (the oldest in the world), held at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in the Wimbledon district of London, began on June 29 and continues until July 12. It’s an exciting time in the British city, with free shows taking over parks, squares and even hotel courtyards. It also means the arrival of fresh strawberries, Pimm’s cups and free-flowing champagne. Many of city hotels join the festivities with a limited-edition afternoon tea, a stay package with tickets to the event, or an outdoor show—a great way to get in on the action if you’re not attending Wimbledon.
And if you’re going, though Wimbledon is located outside the city centerit’s easily accessible by metro from many hotels, making it a good idea to pair an overnight stay with an afternoon tea experience. Whether you’re looking for a quiet afternoon sipping champagne and eating strawberries or want to go all out with a delectable selection of tennis-themed pastries, you’ll find it in London in the coming weeks. Here are the London hotels with the best Wimbledon experiences for 2026.
