Top 10 Hotels of London
September 25, 2007
London is one of the most historic and oldest living cities of the world. It has a rich heritage and has attracted tourists from all around the world. The traditional monuments and castles add a mystic feeling to the atmosphere of London and this feeling is well carried by the most Hotels in the city of London. Either you want a lazy afternoon tea or want to spend some luxurious nights in London; the hotels here provide you with all the amenities that will give you a royal feel.
Here we have presented a guide to Top 10 hotels of London:
1. The Ritz
The world famous Ritz is one of the most luxurious hotel in the heart of London. It was built in 1906 in Piccadilly which boasts a place for gentleman’s clubs and posh quality shops. Customer satisfaction is maintained highly and the atmosphere here retains the quality of a French country house. Though built with a classical atmosphere, this hotel comes with all the amenities of modern day like a fitness studio, hair salon to high quality meeting halls. Their afternoon tea parlors are one of the most popular places to hangout and never forget to have a cup of tea when you visit it the next time.
2. The Savoy
Hotel Savoy carries the history of London with itself. It is the place where Pavlova danced and once Churchill had his launch. It was first opened in 1889 and still maintains all its quality in eternal form. It has a splendid riverside view which is the biggest attraction for tourist. Savoy’s rooms still carry the feel of 20’s when Savoy was the center for cocktail scene. Besides having a traditional feel to its rooms and lounges, Savoy has all the modern amenities including afternoon tea and the most popular Savoy Grill.
3. Claridge’s
Claridge’s was built in 30’s and even today it delivers the same quality of luxury that it is popular for. Its standard for luxury is it’s trademark among the Hotels and its 230 rooms carries an unmatched Art Decor or traditional style while having some of the biggest rooms among the 5 star in London. Claridge’s spa and health club provides a royal feeling to its invitees and the Foyer and reading rooms are the best place to have the afternoon tea. Claridge’s is also famous for providing one the rarest quality of champagnes and its popular signature cocktail. It is a must visit hotel by any tourist once in a lifetime.
4. The Lanesborough
Lanesborough is one of the oldest hotels in London. Situated in London’s Hyde Park this hotel still has the unmatched feeling of 19th century. Though it has been built and restored throughout its lifetime but it carries the royal heritage and traditional touch. Its 95 rooms and suites boast of one of the finest furnishing of all time with many suites having a classical four poster beds. This hotel is one of the popular attractions among head of states and celebrities since it has got the amenities that suits popular personalities. Its lounge with glass roof and high water fountains with high palms make it an attractive place to hangout in lazy afternoons.
5. The Berkeley Hotel
The Berkeley hotel was designed by popular British architect Brain O’Rourke. This hotel has 160 lavish rooms and suites which boast of world class furnishing. The Berkeley is situated in the glamorous area which opens it doors to London’s most acclaimed shopping plazas. The finest fitness services and state of art swimming pools makes this hotel stand one step ahead of others. The Blue Bar is one of the most popular bar which serves Britain’s finest cocktail.
6. Brown’s Hotel
The Brown’s Hotel was built in 1837 with a view to serve the elite class and the aristocrats of London. It carries a long history and tales with it. The first ever telephone call in Britain was made from The Brown’s. Carrying a long story this hotel has all the amenities for the discerning traveler. It provides the traveler with finest art and auctioneers and even the famous store of St James’s is around this hotel. The typical English interiors puts this hotel in a distinguished class. The hotel’s restaurant also offers the traveler to choose from 1000 different variety of wines and the afternoon tea is a never to be missed thing in this hotel.
7. The Connaught
The Connaught is one of the most classical style hotels in London. It is suited in Mayfair which is the ideal location for a perfect treat after a whole day of shopping. It was built in 1897 and has more than 90 rooms with all the modern day amenities along with traditional touch. Though the Connaught is resembled to the English Country house its state of art Fitness Studio makes it one of the modern hotels of today. It was recently refurnished with many red and gold to match it’s mahogany bar.
8. Grosvenor House Hotel
Grosvenor House Hotels was built in 1927 on the land of 1st Earl of Grosvenor and it was designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. It is built on the famous Park Lane and has a spectacular view of Hyde Park and Mayfair. It hold a total of 448 bedrooms with lavish furnishing and all the modern day etiquette. The state of art health club and the bars add a extra features to this hotel’s beauty and service. Its bars are famous for its Italian food and mix of cocktails.
9. The Dorchester
The Dorchester is one of the popular places among the celebrities. It’s guest list has the name of many famous personalities of last two centuries. It has been visited by Alfred Hitchock, Brigitte Bardot to Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise. The ball room of this hotel once hosted the grand function of engagement of HM The Queen. This hotel has a mystical mixture of modern day amenities and feel of ancient Italian marbles and Georgian country house. It is one of the best hotels to have a romantic evening with its lavish spa or have some time out in Grill Room.
10. The Waldorf
The Waldorf is one of the finest hotels in the heart of the London. It was built in 1908 and since then has attracted most famous literary artist of its time. Its 292 bedrooms and suites have all the modern amenities as well as the classical English feeling. It is a place where many new things were born like the Tango was first introduced here and the morning breakfast in its Palm Court is one of the best retreats this hotel offers.
This is the list of 10 finest hotels in London, but London has more to give and say then a short list. Its atmosphere and traditional values add a splendid feeling to travelers dream.
