The Chelsea Flower Show 2025, taking place from 20 to 24 May, is more than a garden exhibition; it's a hallmark of British cultural life, drawing thousands of visitors from across the globe. While the Royal Hospital Chelsea hosts the main attraction, choosing where to stay can make all the difference in how you experience the event.
Tucked between Chelsea and Victoria, Eccleston Square London offers a rare combination of understated luxury, high-tech comfort, and authentic London charm making it a perfect base for flower show attendees looking for more than just a place to sleep.
While the show draws vibrant crowds, your hotel doesn’t have to. Located in the historic Eccleston neighbourhood of Pimlico, Eccleston Square Hotel is close enough to walk to the show in under 20 minutes, yet nestled on a private garden square that offers rare tranquillity.
This central position means you’re within easy reach not only of the Chelsea Flower Show, but also of Sloane Square, Belgravia, and Victoria, ideal for dining, shopping, and spontaneous London exploring.
If you're already planning your visit around the Chelsea Flower Show, don't miss Belgravia in Bloom, happening from 19 to 26 May 2025. This free floral festival transforms one of London’s most elegant neighbourhoods with eye-catching installations, floral-themed menus, and creative storefronts.
Luckily, Eccleston Square London sits just moments away, putting this stunning event within easy walking distance. Whether you're admiring the intricate flower sculptures along Elizabeth Street or indulging in a floral-inspired cake from a nearby café, Belgravia in Bloom adds an extra dimension to your stay. With Victoria and Sloane Square tube stations just minutes away, getting around couldn't be easier.
Behind its Georgian façade, Eccleston Square London delivers cutting-edge amenities that elevate your stay well beyond the norm. Each guest room is fully equipped with:
In the midst of Chelsea Flower Show week, when days are full and busy, returning to a room where everything responds to your needs makes all the difference.
Eccleston Square itself has strong ties to London's green heritage. The hotel’s namesake garden square is one of Pimlico’s finest and is open exclusively to guests, offering a peaceful, residential spot to enjoy a quiet moment surrounded by greenery.
It’s a thoughtful continuation of the horticultural theme, an immersive experience that doesn’t end when you leave the showgrounds. Few hotels in London offer access to a private garden, and fewer still so close to Chelsea.
The team at Eccleston Square Hotel is well-versed in hosting guests during major London events. During Chelsea Flower Show week, you can expect:
There’s also an added sense of occasion throughout the hotel, from fresh seasonal floral displays in the lobby to an elegant afternoon drink in the garden courtyard.
Staying at Eccleston Square London allows you to turn your visit into a mini city escape. After a day among the floral displays and design installations, enjoy nearby experiences like:
Because you're not confined to the immediate vicinity of the flower show, your experience feels both connected and expansive.
With just 39 rooms, Eccleston Square offers a bespoke hospitality experience. There’s no vast lobby or bustling breakfast room, just an elegant, quietly confident service style that values discretion and comfort. The design-led interiors (think monochrome palette, fine Italian marble, and luxe textiles) feel more like a chic city residence than a traditional hotel.
If you’re visiting Chelsea Flower Show to be inspired by design, detail, and innovation, Eccleston Square will feel like a seamless extension of that experience.
Choosing Eccleston Square London for your Chelsea Flower Show 2025 stay means choosing comfort, privacy, and effortless luxury. You’ll be perfectly placed close to the show, yet away from the crowds and treated to thoughtful touches that make your time in London all the more memorable.
Whether you're a returning guest or a first-time visitor, make 2025 the year you see the flower show from a new perspective: one of calm, style, and total ease.
