The Ballroom set for a wedding ceremony
London

Corinthia Hotel London

Grand hotel with a restored Victorian Ballroom, the Courtroom and 279 bedrooms beside Westminster, London

5.03 reviews
Venue highlights
£220Starting fromper guest
Up to 350Guests180 seated for dinner
279Bedroomson site
12 kmNearest airportLondon City
About Corinthia Hotel London

Corinthia Hotel London is a grand hotel on Whitehall Place with views towards Westminster, Trafalgar Square and the Thames. It offers the Ballroom, the Courtroom, the Nelson and Codrington rooms and three private dining rooms for weddings, with 279 bedrooms, a spa and in-house chefs.

Corinthia Hotel London stands on Whitehall Place, with views towards Westminster, Trafalgar Square and the Thames. Weddings are held in two rooms: the Ballroom, which takes 400 guests standing or 120 at a seated dinner, and the Courtroom, which takes 200 standing or 100 seated. The hotel holds a civil ceremony licence, and exclusive use of the building is available for larger celebrations.

Two wedding packages are offered. The Silver package starts at £215 per person and the Gold package at £245 per person, each covering room hire, a Champagne reception, canapés, a three-course dinner and a night's stay for the couple in a suite or penthouse, subject to minimum guest numbers. Catering is prepared in-house and includes kosher options, with pastry chefs for the cake and bartenders for bespoke cocktails. Rooms, a spa, a pool and a butler service are available to guests staying at the hotel, and a team of wedding specialists works with couples through the planning.

At a glance

The Essentials

Where
Whitehall Place, Westminster, London
Capacity
Ballroom: 350 reception, 250 ceremony, 180 banquet. Courtroom: 170 reception, 120 ceremony, 90 banquet
Ceremony
Civil ceremonies in the Ballroom, the Courtroom and the Nelson Room
Price
Ballroom hire from £5,000; sample wedding experience about £220 per person
Exclusive use
Available on enquiry
Catering
In-house, with menus written with the couple
Spaces
The Ballroom, The Courtroom, The Nelson Room, The Codrington Room, three private dining rooms
Stay
279 bedrooms, 62 suites and seven penthouses

A grand hotel beside Westminster

Corinthia London stands on Whitehall Place, with views towards Westminster, Trafalgar Square and the Thames. Weddings are held under one roof: the ceremony rooms, the dining, the spa and 279 bedrooms, of which 62 are suites and seven are penthouses. The wedding team plans each celebration with the couple, from the choice of room and menus to floral design.

A grand hotel beside Westminster

The Ballroom

One of the grandest ballrooms in central London, restored to its original Victorian splendour, with floor-to-ceiling windows by day and glittering chandeliers by night. It measures 21.4 by 13.2 metres, has its own entrance on Whitehall Place, a spacious pre-function area and a dedicated pantry. It holds up to 350 for a reception, 250 for a ceremony and 180 for a banquet.

The Ballroom

The Courtroom

A crescent-shaped room of high ceilings, chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows that fill it with natural light, with a pre-function area beside it. It measures 21.2 by 8.4 metres and holds up to 170 for a reception, 120 for a ceremony and 90 for a banquet.

The Courtroom

The Nelson and Codrington rooms

The Nelson Room, the largest function space on the Mezzanine, suits an intimate ceremony or dinner for up to 70 at a reception or 40 at a banquet. The Codrington Room, with its statement arched window, seats up to 22 for a private wedding dinner. Both are named for admirals of Trafalgar.

The Nelson and Codrington rooms

Private dining for the wedding breakfast

Smaller wedding breakfasts can be held in the Northall private dining room, in Rosetta, a private room for up to 18 guests (up to 20 in a cosy set-up), or in the private room at Kerridge's Bar and Grill, which seats up to 16 round a table made by the craftsman Jolyon Oliver.

Private dining for the wedding breakfast

Menus, cakes and cocktails

The hotel's chefs write each menu with the couple, from canapés to a candlelit banquet. Its pâtissiers make the wedding cake, and its mixologists design signature cocktails to suit the couple's taste. Corinthia also keeps a Little Black Book of trusted suppliers for everything else.

Menus, cakes and cocktails
The Ballroom

The Ballroom

A restored Victorian ballroom for up to 350 at a reception, with its own entrance on Whitehall Place.

The Courtroom

A crescent-shaped room of high ceilings and tall windows, for up to 170 at a reception.

The Courtroom
Intimate rooms

Intimate rooms

The Nelson and Codrington rooms, and three private dining rooms, for smaller ceremonies and wedding breakfasts.

Penthouses and suites

Seven penthouses and 62 suites, several with private terraces and a butler, for the wedding night and the family.

Penthouses and suites
Biome spa

Biome spa

A thermal floor with a pool, vitality pool, sauna and steam room, open to hotel guests.

A signature suite for the couple

The sample Ballroom experience includes a night in a Signature Suite on the wedding night.

A signature suite for the couple
Accommodation

279 rooms and suites

Royal Penthouse

Penthouse

A large roof terrace with panoramic views of the Thames and South Bank, a ten-seat dining room, a fully equipped kitchen and a complimentary butler.

  • Terrace
  • Scenic views
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Royal Penthouse

Hamilton Penthouse

Penthouse

Inspired by Lady Hamilton, with rooftop views to Nelson's Column, a terrace with a fire pit and a private hot tub, a fully fitted kitchen and a wine cellar.

  • Terrace
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Hamilton Penthouse

Musician's Penthouse

Penthouse

Composed around a Steinway Model O piano and a credenza cocktail cabinet, with a private terrace and balcony.

  • Terrace
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Musician's Penthouse

Writer's Penthouse

Penthouse

A writer's retreat for modern city living, with a double-height lounge and fireplace and a master bathroom of Fior di Bosco marble.

  • Separate sitting room
  • Fireplace
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Writer's Penthouse

Whitehall Penthouse

Penthouse

Historic character and sweeping views, with a private terrace and a giant chessboard.

  • Terrace
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Whitehall Penthouse

Explorer's Penthouse

Penthouse

Light-filled rooms and crafted details, with a complimentary butler.

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Explorer's Penthouse

Actor's Penthouse

Penthouse

Two levels of theatrical design, with a complimentary butler.

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Actor's Penthouse

River Suite

Suite

Views of the Thames, a large living area and a dining table for four, with a complimentary butler.

  • Separate sitting room
  • Scenic views
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River Suite
Exclusive use and buyout

The whole of Corinthia Hotel London, to yourselves

Exclusive use of the hotel is available.

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Location

London

London St Pancras International (Eurostar)3 km
London City (LCY)12 km
Heathrow (LHR)23 km

Corinthia Hotel London

Whitehall Place, London, SW1A 2BD, England, United Kingdom

Things to do nearby

  • London Eyeunder 1 km
  • Leicester Squareunder 1 km
  • Houses of Parliamentunder 1 km
  • Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenueunder 1 km
  • Westminster Abbeyunder 1 km
  • St James's Parkunder 1 km

Getting there

  • London City (LCY)Airport · 12 km
  • Heathrow (LHR)Airport · 23 km

Nearest station

Charing Cross is the nearest station, about 200 metres from the venue in a straight line.

Pricing and what to expect

What a wedding here costs

From£220

From about £220 per person; Ballroom hire from £5,000

Typically includes

Sample wedding experience, about £220 per person: a Laurent-Perrier Champagne and canapés reception, a three-course wedding breakfast, half a bottle of house wine per person, a glass of Laurent-Perrier Champagne for the toast, and bottled water and soft drinks.

Corinthia touches: a night in a Signature Suite for the couple, a menu tasting for up to four guests, use of the dance floor, stage and sound system, menus and place cards, preferential room rates for guests, and access to the hotel's list of trusted suppliers.

Ballroom hire from £5,000; a minimum spend applies and varies by season.

Capacity
  • Seated dinner180
  • Standing reception350
  • Ceremony250

All pricing is indicative and varies by date, guest numbers and requirements.

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Reviews

What guests say

5.0 3 reviews
Verified wedding

Truly unforgettable

My wife and I chose Corinthia London for our wedding because of its elegance, charm, and magical atmosphere. The moment we stepped in, we were captivated. Jenny, Emma, and the team went above and beyond. Their attention to detail and warm professionalism made our day truly unforgettable.

Lydia & GuilhermeCorinthia London website
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Verified wedding

Perfect from the moment we viewed it

After my husband and I got engaged, we started looking at venues around London. As soon as we viewed Corinthia, we knew it was perfect. The staff were absolutely amazing and went above and beyond. The wedding went smoothly, and the food was amazing. I wouldn't think twice to have another celebration here.

Kayleigh & BenCorinthia London website
Verified wedding

A flawless wedding day

Corinthia London was one of the first venues we visited, and from the moment we stepped inside, we were captivated. The ballroom's elegant charm was perfect. Our wedding day was flawless: the staff exceptional, the food incredible, and Jenny went above and beyond to make everything seamless and stress-free.

Catherine & KayCorinthia London website
Frequently asked questions

Corinthia Hotel London

How many guests can the Ballroom hold?

The Ballroom holds up to 350 for a reception, 250 for a ceremony and 180 for a banquet. It measures 21.4 by 13.2 metres, with a minimum height of 6.8 metres.

How many guests can the Courtroom hold?

The Courtroom holds up to 170 for a reception, 120 for a ceremony and 90 for a banquet. It is a crescent-shaped room of 140 square metres.

What are the smaller spaces for a wedding?

The Nelson Room holds up to 70 at a reception or 40 at a banquet, and the Codrington Room up to 30 at a reception or 22 at a banquet. There are also private dining rooms: Rosetta for up to 18, the room at Kerridge's Bar and Grill for up to 16, and the Northall private dining room.

How much does a wedding at Corinthia London cost?

Room hire for the Ballroom starts from £5,000, with a minimum spend that varies by season. The hotel's sample wedding experience, a Champagne and canapé reception, a three-course wedding breakfast, wine, a toast and soft drinks, is about £220 per person. Rosetta has a minimum spend from £2,500 and the room at Kerridge's from £2,000.

What is included in the Corinthia touches?

An overnight stay in a Signature Suite for the couple on their wedding night, a menu tasting for up to four guests, use of the dance floor, stage and sound system, menus and place cards, preferential room rates for guests, and access to the hotel's list of trusted suppliers.

Can wedding guests stay at the hotel?

Yes. The hotel has 279 bedrooms, including 62 suites and seven penthouses, and offers preferential room and suite rates to wedding guests.

Is there a spa?

Biome by Corinthia London has a thermal floor with a swimming pool, vitality pool, sauna, steam room and treatment rooms. It is open to hotel guests.

Can the whole hotel be hired?

Exclusive use of the hotel is available on enquiry.

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