Opened in 1909, the Strand Palace is a historic Edwardian building housing a modern, upper-middle-range hotel. The 785 rooms are a little smaller than one might expect, but they're decorated with streamlined, Scandinavian-style furniture, and plush, comfy beds. Some upper-category rooms also have Nespresso machines and bathrobes. Property features include three restaurants, two bars, and a cafe. While some guests complain the property is overpriced, most agree that the West End location right on The Strand is ideal for visiting tourist sites and cultural attractions. Travelers may want to compare rates at Montague on the Gardens, which has more traditional decor and spacious rooms.
Opened in 1909, the Strand Palace is a historic Edwardian building housing a modern, upper-middle-range hotel. The 785 rooms are a little smaller than one might expect, but they're decorated with streamlined, Scandinavian-style furniture, and plush, comfy beds. Some upper-category rooms also have Nespresso machines and bathrobes. Property features include three restaurants, two bars, and a cafe. While some guests complain the property is overpriced, most agree that the West End location right on The Strand is ideal for visiting tourist sites and cultural attractions. Travelers may want to compare rates at Montague on the Gardens, which has more traditional decor and spacious rooms.
St. Martin's Lane is a prominent design hotel with sleek, cheeky interiors and a fashionable A-list bar scene. Luxurious rooms have stylish white decor and adjustable mood lighting. The high price tags and is a downside, but the central location neighboring Covent Garden is a plus, as is the hip atmosphere.
St. Martin's Lane is a prominent design hotel with sleek, cheeky interiors and a fashionable A-list bar scene. Luxurious rooms have stylish white decor and adjustable mood lighting. The high price tags and is a downside, but the central location neighboring Covent Garden is a plus, as is the hip atmosphere.
This Citadines Prestige is an upscale six-floor hotel with 192 apartments on an attractive, historical (but busy) road in central London. A full 2010 renovation tastefully modernized interiors whilst maintaining a homey, relaxed vibe. Apartments are sleek and clean with kitchens and modern bathrooms -- though toiletries are wall-fixed in some. Despite the hotel's name, Covent Garden is a bit of a stroll away, though local transport links are excellent. Overall rates are standard for pricey central London, though a self-catering option means you can at least save on eating out.
This Citadines Prestige is an upscale six-floor hotel with 192 apartments on an attractive, historical (but busy) road in central London. A full 2010 renovation tastefully modernized interiors whilst maintaining a homey, relaxed vibe. Apartments are sleek and clean with kitchens and modern bathrooms -- though toiletries are wall-fixed in some. Despite the hotel's name, Covent Garden is a bit of a stroll away, though local transport links are excellent. Overall rates are standard for pricey central London, though a self-catering option means you can at least save on eating out.
The four-pearl Radisson Blu Edwardian, Mercer Street is a surprisingly personality-filled chain outpost in the center of Covent Garden. It’s located in the heart of the Seven Dials village and close to London’s theater district, surrounded by gorgeous cobblestone streets and boutiques. Interiors draw on urban style, with exposed stonework and pipes, and a muted color palette throughout. The 137 rooms have just the right touch of shimmer and include Samsung Smart TVs, air-conditioning, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Breakfast is served in the hotel’s popular restaurant, Monmouth Kitchen, where the urbane aesthetic continues. There’s also a stylish bar area. There aren’t many properties like this one in Covent Garden, but travelers seeking lower prices in the same area could check out Strand Palace Hotel instead. However, it's a bit less stylish.
The four-pearl Radisson Blu Edwardian, Mercer Street is a surprisingly personality-filled chain outpost in the center of Covent Garden. It’s located in the heart of the Seven Dials village and close to London’s theater district, surrounded by gorgeous cobblestone streets and boutiques. Interiors draw on urban style, with exposed stonework and pipes, and a muted color palette throughout. The 137 rooms have just the right touch of shimmer and include Samsung Smart TVs, air-conditioning, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Breakfast is served in the hotel’s popular restaurant, Monmouth Kitchen, where the urbane aesthetic continues. There’s also a stylish bar area. There aren’t many properties like this one in Covent Garden, but travelers seeking lower prices in the same area could check out Strand Palace Hotel instead. However, it's a bit less stylish.
Charing Cross Hotel boasts a central location in the most literal sense, since it's a short stroll from Charing Cross, considered the geographic center of London. The hotel is adjacent to London Charing Cross station and its train lines, shops, and dining. Trafalgar Square is less than a five-minute walk, as are numerous West End theaters. Housed in a listed historic building with period architectural details, the hotel has a contemporary boutique gloss, with upscale rooms with plush beds and plasma TVs. Facilities include a fitness room, business center, two restaurants, a chic cocktail bar and lounge with afternoon tea.
Charing Cross Hotel boasts a central location in the most literal sense, since it's a short stroll from Charing Cross, considered the geographic center of London. The hotel is adjacent to London Charing Cross station and its train lines, shops, and dining. Trafalgar Square is less than a five-minute walk, as are numerous West End theaters. Housed in a listed historic building with period architectural details, the hotel has a contemporary boutique gloss, with upscale rooms with plush beds and plasma TVs. Facilities include a fitness room, business center, two restaurants, a chic cocktail bar and lounge with afternoon tea.
The 157-room ME London is a design hotel in a prime location right on The Strand. From the dark lobby to the chic, minimal rooms there is an artistic and exclusive atmosphere to the hotel. On-site restaurants, lounges, and bars -- including a trendy rooftop bar -- are destinations in their own right, attracting both locals and visitors. Tech-savvy rooms have cool and functional bedside lighting controls along with luxurious bathrooms, but some guests feel that the black hallways can be a little too dark and that this much style can come with a side of attitude.
The 157-room ME London is a design hotel in a prime location right on The Strand. From the dark lobby to the chic, minimal rooms there is an artistic and exclusive atmosphere to the hotel. On-site restaurants, lounges, and bars -- including a trendy rooftop bar -- are destinations in their own right, attracting both locals and visitors. Tech-savvy rooms have cool and functional bedside lighting controls along with luxurious bathrooms, but some guests feel that the black hallways can be a little too dark and that this much style can come with a side of attitude.
The Savoy is one of London's poshest grand dames, located on the exclusive Strand and rivaled only by other five-pearl greats such as The Goring and The May Fair. It has attracted an impressive roster of celebrity guests since its opening in 1889, and its excellent restaurants and bars -- including the famed American bar, once a haunt of Marilyn Monroe -- are destinations unto themselves. The 267 rooms are traditional, sophisticated, and understated, with either Art Decor or Edwardian decor influences, as well as modern tech features, optional butler service, and 24-hour in-room dining. It's hard to find fault with this iconic luxury property.
The Savoy is one of London's poshest grand dames, located on the exclusive Strand and rivaled only by other five-pearl greats such as The Goring and The May Fair. It has attracted an impressive roster of celebrity guests since its opening in 1889, and its excellent restaurants and bars -- including the famed American bar, once a haunt of Marilyn Monroe -- are destinations unto themselves. The 267 rooms are traditional, sophisticated, and understated, with either Art Decor or Edwardian decor influences, as well as modern tech features, optional butler service, and 24-hour in-room dining. It's hard to find fault with this iconic luxury property.