Eating out, hotels and gifts
Tracks AI visibility for brands in the UK eating out, hotels and gifts market.
Answers collected Sunday 4 October 2026 · Published Monday 5 October 2026
Reviewed name variants of Marks & Spencer (including M&S) are shown as one brand. Figures come from its highest-ranked original entry, not an addition of both. Original ranks and movements are retained, so a rank may be skipped.
| # | Brand | Visibility | Cited | 4 wks | Assistants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13.8% | 11.3% | - | ||
| 2 | 13.2% | 4.5% | - | ||
| 3 | 11.8% | 7.5% | - | ||
| 4 | 11.0% | 1.0% | - | ||
| 5 | 9.8% | 0.0% | - | ||
| 6 | 8.8% | 6.2% | 1 | ||
| 7 | Booking.com | 8.8% | - | 1 | |
| 8 | 8.5% | 3.5% | - | ||
| 9 | 8.2% | 1.5% | 1 | ||
| 10 | 8.2% | 0.2% | 1 | ||
| 11 | 7.5% | 4.8% | 1 | ||
| 12 | 7.3% | 3.2% | 1 |
Showing brands named in at least 2% of answers.
What the assistants say
"Here are some of the best UK Christmas hamper companies, depending on your budget and recipient: | Best for | Company | Why choose it | |---|---|---| | **Classic luxury** | **Fortnum & Mason** | A prestigious, quintessentially British choice with elegant presentation and high-quality festive staple"
"[bbcgoodfood.com](https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/review/best-hampers) | ### My overall shortlist - **Best all-round luxury:** Fortnum & Mason - **Best traditional hamper:** DukesHill - **Best value:** Prestige Hampers - **Best British artisan selection:** The British Hamper Company - **Best f"
"| |---|---| | Unique/thoughtful gifts | Not on the High Street | | Classic/safe choices | John Lewis | | Food, drink & grooming | M&S | | Gadgets & novelty | Menkind | | Classic British fashion | Barbour | For the best results, consider his personality and interests first—whether he's a foodie, gad"
"--- ### Quick Recommendation Guide: * **For a sentimental / bespoke touch:** [Not On The High Street](https://www.notonthehighstreet.com/gifts/shop-by-recipient/for-her) * **For a cosy night in / self-care:** [The White Company](https://www.thewhitecompany.com/uk/Gifts/c/view-all-gifts-for-her) * *"
"Unique, Personalised & Independent Brands * **[Not On The High Street](https://www.notonthehighstreet.com/gifts/shop-by-recipient/for-her)** * **Best for:** Personalised jewellery, bespoke keepsakes, DIY craft kits, and supporting UK small businesses."
"The Iconic Luxury & Heritage Brands If you are looking for a showstopping traditional gift in a signature wicker basket, historic London department stores lead the market: * **[Fortnum & Mason](https://www.fortnumandmason.com/)** – Widely regarded as the benchmark for British luxury hampers."
"--- ### Quick Gift Recommendation Summary: * **Best for Classic Elegance / Royal Heritage:** Charbonnel et Walker or Fortnum & Mason * **Best for Artistic & Boutique Appeal:** Rococo Chocolates or Melt Chocolates * **Best for Traditional Flavours & Fondants:** Audrey's Chocolates * **Best for Subsc"
"Luxury Department Stores & Foodhalls * **[Fortnum & Mason](https://www.fortnumandmason.com):** The gold standard for British hampers and gift presentations."
"My shortlist: ### Best overall: Hilton London Wembley - **Location:** Beside Wembley Stadium and the OVO Arena, around 0.2 miles away."
"[Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/landmark/gb/wembley-stadium.html) | [Tripadvisor](https://www.tripadvisor.com/HotelsNear-g528820-d1574807-Wembley_Stadium-Wembley_Greater_London_England.html) ## My recommendation - **Choose Hilton** if the price difference is reasonable and you want the nicest"
Named together
Sample panel questions
Six verbatim questions sampled per category from the 50-question panel. Panel v1, effective 2026-W39.
Source: index-panels-v2 (panel version 1, effective 2026-W39). Six prompts per category, drawn at random from the live 50-prompt panel with at least one from every topic. Text is verbatim as run.
- restaurant-groups
I'm looking for the best restaurants in Edinburgh and Glasgow. What should I get?
- restaurant-groups
Which are the best Italian restaurant chains in the UK?
- london-hotels
Which London hotels are dog friendly?
- gifts-and-experiences
Which UK websites are best for gifts for her?
- london-hotels
Which London hotels are best for families?
- gifts-and-experiences
Which UK websites are best for 30th birthday gifts?