The Stafford

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The Stafford

The Stafford is a gem of a London hotel. Tucked away in the heart of St James’s, it is renowned for its friendly efficient service, the legendary American Bar, an elegant restaurant and an impressive wine cellar.

The atmosphere is warm and comfortable with a country manor feel and where the charismatic staff make you feel really at home. It is also peaceful despite its central location with additional rooms and suites in an 18th century carriage house and the Stafford Mews, which is set around a pretty courtyard behind the main building.

Whilst staying at the luxury London hotel, you can taste ‘the best martini in town’ in the American Bar, which is adorned with US memorabilia donated over 40 years. Then, accompany the sommelier to the 350-year-old wine cellar for a candle-lit tasting tour.

Location

St James’s, London, close to peaceful Green Park, numerous top restaurants, haute couture shopping and Mayfair nightclubs.

Things to enjoy

350-year-old wine cellars, private dining rooms, world famous American Bar.

Near The Stafford

Jermyn Street, Bond Street, Theatreland, St. James's and Green Park, Royal Palaces, Burlington Arcade.

St. James's Hotel and Club

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St. James's Hotel and Club

Tucked away in a smart red-and-white, Victorian townhouse, St James’s Hotel and Club is a tranquil refuge in the heart of prestigious St James’s, conveniently close to Mayfair and Piccadilly. Recently renovated, the ambience is one of sophisticated elegance with fascinating works of art, this stylish hotel is just moments from exclusive shopping and West End theatres.

With striking, modern colour combinations and a perfect blend of the classic and contemporary, many of the rooms and suites have a private balcony or terrace that overlooks the rooftops of Westminster and St. James’s.

Take a look at the superb collection of European, Impressionist, Expressionist and Cubist artworks dotted throughout the hotel. Then, take a stroll through Green Park towards Buckingham Palace and return to try the newly opened restaurant, Seven Park Place, overseen by Michelin-starred chef William Drabble, for modern French-style cuisine or try William’s Bar & Bistro with classic bistro dishes.

Location

St James’s in London, 3-min walk to Green Park Underground station, Buckingham Palace and New Bond Street.

Things to enjoy

Private dining rooms, jogging station with direct access into Green Park, Access to nearby health Club.

Near St. James's Hotel and Club

St James’s Palace, Burlington Arcade, Piccadilly, Royal Academy, Fortnum & Mason.

The Levin

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Levin, The

Full of personality and charm, The Levin is a sophisticated boutique hotel in the heart of Knightsbridge, whose owner, David Levin, demonstrates enormous amounts of forward thinking with a refreshingly different décor, personal in-room champagne bars and an inviting modern brasserie.

Bright and welcoming, the eye-catching contemporary design in the lobby lounge, with its Tiffany blue-coloured walls, art nouveau furniture and striking light fittings, reflect the imaginative creativity found throughout the hotel. No traditional mini-bars here, but instead your own champagne bar with everything you need to make your own cocktails.

Relax with a book from the Penguin Classics library in the lobby or pop next door for some vital shopping in Harrods before returning for a light lunch in the brasserie, accompanied by a glass of sauvignon blanc direct from the owner’s vineyard in the Loire Valley.

Location

Knightsbridge. Steps away from Michelin-starred The Capital Restaurant and within walking distance of the designer boutiques of Beauchamp Place.

Things to enjoy

Bar & Brasserie, air-conditioning, private parking, Honesty Bar, library.

Near The Levin

Private Spas, shopping at Harvey Nichols, Harrods and Sloane Street, Buckingham Palace, Victoria and Albert Museum, Natural History Museum, Hyde Park, Royal Albert Hall, Theatreland, London Eye.

The Goring

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The Goring

A quintessentially English hotel dating back to 1910, The Goring is ideally located in London’s Belgravia, just moments from Buckingham Palace. With a delightful private garden it provides a unique oasis in the heart of the city.

The very last grand hotel of the Edwardian era to be built, The Goring is now the oldest, privately-owned luxury hotel in London. Each bedroom and suite reflects a very individual style, from Nina Campbell’s traditional country house to bespoke British contemporary, complete with the latest technology.

In the afternoon, enjoy the delightful English tradition of warm scones and clotted cream in the elegant Garden Lounge. Later, dine under the magnificent Swarovski chandeliers, which in the evening are lowered to create an intimate atmosphere in the Dining Room. Select wine from the Goring family’s extensive wine cellar, where some bottles have been laid down for generations.

Location

Belgravia, within walking distance of London’s principal shopping areas and theatres.

Things to enjoy

Private garden, personal shopping service, children’s programme, homemade afternoon tea on the terrace.

Near The Goring

Complimentary membership to health club, adjacent to Buckingham Palace, Westminster Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, Royal Parks, Royal Mews, Victoria Palace and Apollo theatres.

Dorset Square Hotel

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Dorset Square Hotel

So staunchly English that if you close the curtains you could be in an elegant country house instead of the heart of London. Dorset Square Hotel is a Regency townhouse in a green, leafy square overlooking the gardens on the original site of Sir Thomas Lord’s first cricket pitch, with an innovative restaurant that gives an enlightened twist to dining.

Rooms are decorated with rich floral fabrics in grand country house-style with canopied beds, antiques, original paintings and beautiful views over the square from the first floor balconies.

Savour Blue Vinny cheese, ales and jams sourced fresh every day from Dorset on a mission to support English produce. Enjoy traditional English dishes with a European twist in The Potting Shed restaurant, which in keeping with its name, is set amongst piles of terracotta pots and seed boxes!

The Capital Hotel & Apartments

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Capital Hotel & Apartments, The

With one of the best restaurants in London, The Capital Hotel & Apartments is a quietly dignified, yet friendly bastion of English good taste, conveniently placed in a quiet residential street in Knightsbridge.

It is easy to relax at this intimate hotel with its sophisticated charm and courteous staff for whom nothing is too much trouble. Tasteful traditional English décor is reflected in elegant furnishings, antiques and original works of art throughout the hotel.

But what really sets The Capital apart is dining in the two-Michelin¬starred restaurant that serves truly outstanding, innovative French cuisine. Sample the five-course dégustation menu accompanied by a selection of superb wines. After which, you can indulge in some local shopping. Harrods is so close to the hotel that you can almost smell the truffles in the Food Halls!

The Arch London

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The Arch London

An elegant and quietly glamorous hotel close to Marble Arch and Hyde Park, The Arch London is a stylish newcomer to the London scene. Complimenting the chic boutiques and fashionable destinations of the Marylebone area, the hotel epitomises London townhouse living.

In keeping with its Georgian façade, the hotel incorporates 82 sumptuous bedrooms and suites, each featuring the latest technology including complimentary wifi, flat-screen television with full Sky HD package, Internet radio with over 10,000 channels, Nespresso coffee machines and complimentary soft drinks personal bar.

HUNter 486, brings together classic glamour and timeless hospitality reflecting local colour and introducing a new dimension to London’s drinking and eating experience.