London, the city of hotels, has hotels that are luxurious, posh and extraordinary in the memory of their guests. Whether you are looking for accommodation in the urban part of London or in the metropolitan area, it pays to stay at the most luxurious hotels if you can afford it. Here are some opulent hotels that deserve a mention.
If you were to ask any Londoner if they knew what is deemed the most luxurious hotels in the area, chances are they will recommend the Savoy Hotel. This five-star hotel stands proud and tall on the Strand, central London and is one of the most established hotels since its inception in August 1889.
This prestigious establishment boasts of 263 room, each with an exquisite view of the River Thames. Famous celebrities such as The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Marilyn Monroe and Monet have stayed in the hotel throughout the years and are testaments of how opulently rich the hotel is in terms of history and reputation.
For a more contemporary choice in accommodation, travelers to London can book a room at The Berkeley, an exclusive five-star deluxe hotel situated in Wilton Place.
If you want to enjoy the only rooftop swimming pool in London, this is the place to go. What’s interesting about this hotel is that Gordon Ramsay, celebrity chef and founder of the reality TV show “Hell’s Kitchen”, have been known to own a stake in the Boxwood Café located by the hotel’s lobby.
For a taste of old world London, travelers should make a beeline to Claridge’s, a grand old hotel that’s both as luxurious as it is reputable. Its aristocratic ambience has attracted guests all over the globe. It opened its doors in the year 1812 but was then known as Mivart’s Hotel. For a while, the hotel enjoyed brisk business but it was during 1860 when Empress Eugenie invited Queen Victoria to stay at one of the suites, did the hotel’s reputation grow.
Feel like waking up in the morning and enjoying the beautiful scenery overlooking Hyde Park? Then why not pick up the phone and reserve a room at the Dorchester Hotel? This luxuriously exclusive hotel has been known to have a reputable guest list.
Celebrities that gave rave reviews about its rich accommodation include Julie Andrews, Yul Brynner, Tom Cruise, Nicole Kidman, Michael Jackson as well as Johnny Depp and his family. Besides being highly comfortable, the rooms are also renowned for its country styled Georgian theme.
On a final note, it must be said that you’ve never stayed in a luxurious hotel in London if you’ve never set foot inside The Ritz Hotel London. This 133-room establishment sits quietly in Piccadilly and overlooks Green Park, one of the most visited royal parks in England. With its French chateau styled exterior, The Ritz is a pleasure to look at and even more of a delight to stay in.
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