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Rooms from \u00a3960 per night. No swimming pool or spa on-site. Breakfast \u00a356. Strict dress code (jacket and tie required). Covers room quality, service excellence, amenities, dining, and overall value."},{"@type":"FAQPage","@id":"https:\/\/dinewithjp.com\/the-ritz-london\/#faq","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/dinewithjp.com\/the-ritz-london\/#faq-pool","name":"Does The Ritz London have a swimming pool?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"No, The Ritz London does not have a swimming pool. The hotel has a well-equipped fitness centre with Technogym equipment, but no pool facilities. The concierge can recommend nearby hotels or clubs with pool access if needed."}},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/dinewithjp.com\/the-ritz-london\/#faq-spa","name":"Does The Ritz London have a spa?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"No, The Ritz London does not have a spa. However, the concierge can arrange in-room spa treatments or recommend excellent nearby spa facilities for guests."}},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/dinewithjp.com\/the-ritz-london\/#faq-breakfast","name":"Is breakfast included in the room rate at The Ritz London?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"No, breakfast is not included in the standard room rate. It costs an additional \u00a356 per adult and \u00a346 per child, served in The Ritz Restaurant or via 24-hour room service."}},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/dinewithjp.com\/the-ritz-london\/#faq-dresscode","name":"How strict is the dress code at The Ritz London?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Very strict for Afternoon Tea, The Restaurant lunch and dinner, and The Terrace. Gentlemen must wear jackets and ties (the hotel can provide loaners if needed). No jeans, trainers, sportswear, shorts, or ripped jeans permitted in public areas. Smart casual applies to breakfast service and The Rivoli Bar, but trainers and sportswear remain prohibited throughout the hotel."}},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/dinewithjp.com\/the-ritz-london\/#faq-roomsize","name":"Are the rooms at The Ritz London really small?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Entry-level rooms can feel compact by modern luxury standards, especially compared to the grand public spaces. Suites are much more spacious. It's recommended to check the specific room category's square meterage before booking or consider upgrading to a suite if space is a priority."}},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/dinewithjp.com\/the-ritz-london\/#faq-comparison","name":"How does The Ritz compare to other London luxury hotels like The Savoy or Claridge's?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"The Ritz is more formal and historically 'French' in its Louis XVI style with the strictest dress code. The Savoy has more Art Deco flair and a legendary theatre bar. Claridge's is similarly prestigious but with a slightly more contemporary, though still classic, design sense. The Ritz's historical authenticity and two-to-one staff ratio set it apart."}},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/dinewithjp.com\/the-ritz-london\/#faq-family","name":"Is The Ritz London family-friendly?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Children are welcome with amenities like children's menus, in-room gaming consoles, and dress code exemptions for those under 16. However, the formal atmosphere and strict dress code for adults mean it's best suited for well-behaved older children or very special family occasions rather than casual family vacations."}},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/dinewithjp.com\/the-ritz-london\/#faq-nonguest","name":"Can non-guests use the spa or pool at The Ritz London?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"The hotel has no spa or swimming pool. The fitness centre is for hotel guests only. The concierge can arrange in-room treatments or recommend nearby spa facilities."}},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/dinewithjp.com\/the-ritz-london\/#faq-cancellation","name":"What's the cancellation policy at The Ritz London?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Policies vary by rate type. Flexible rates typically allow free cancellation 24-72 hours before arrival. Advanced Purchase rates are usually non-refundable. Special packages may require full prepayment with no refunds. Always confirm the specific terms at the time of booking."}},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/dinewithjp.com\/the-ritz-london\/#faq-checkinout","name":"What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ritz?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00 PM. 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