A Little Bit Of History – London’s Oldest Hotels
We regularly tell you about the new hotels coming to London but that doesn’t mean we have forgotten about those who prefer the classics. If you want incorporate a little bit of London’s rich history into your stay, one of the city’s oldest hotels could provide the perfect location.
This 5-star Mayfair hotel is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year, making it the oldest hotel in London which is still open to guests. A favourite with the rich and famous, each of the 117 bedrooms in Brown’s features a range of excellent facilities including digital flatscreen TVs with interactive TV on demand, in-room bars, broadband internet and plenty of little touches which make the hotel perfect. Did you know that Rudyard Kipling wrote The Jungle Book while staying in Brown’s?
Albemarle Street, London, W1S 4BP Telephone: 020 7493 6020
Another Mayfair hotel, Claridge’s, comes second in the list of the oldest hotels in London, having opened its doors in 1854. Award-winning restaurants, including Gordon Ramsay at Claridge’s, cookery master classes, a fantastic health club and spa and great attention to the little details which make a hotel stay truly indulgent are amongst the treats in store for guests at Claridge’s. If you want glamour, indulgence and class from your hotel stay, Claridge’s is definitely the place to be.
Brook Street, Mayfair, London, W1K 4HR Telephone: 020 7629 8860
The Grosvenor hotel on Buckingham Palace Road combines Victorian charm and period features with modern facilities and pure luxury. From stunning Victorian architecture to BOSE iPod docks in certain rooms and free WiFi throughout the hotel, The Grosvenor provides everything you need for a relaxing stay in the heart of London. Views of the Palace gardens and Royal Mews add to the sumptuous, luxurious feel of the hotel.
101 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 0SJ Telephone: 0871 376 9038
Europe’s first purpose-built “Grand Hotel”, The Langham opened in 1865 and has been a firm favourite with those seeking grandeur and poise. Following a recent 5-year renovation project, the hotel has been restored to its former glory, offering the epitome of hospitality with a luxurious modern touch. Enjoy delicious meals from Roux at the Landau, followed by cocktails at Artesian. Of course, you cannot stay at the birthplace of afternoon tea without indulging in some in the Palm Court restaurant.
1C Portland Place, Westminster, London, W1B 1JA Telephone: 020 7636 1000
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