Archive for the 'London' Category

The Milestone Hotel

Tuesday, December 12th, 2006

‘One of the five best hotels in London’, according to the Harden’s Hotel Guide 2004 readers.

There are 45 deluxe guest rooms, 12 luxurious suites, and 6 apartments at the luxury five star Milestone Hotel & Apartments in London.

The Milestone Hotel And Apartments
1 Kensington Court
London, W8 5DL
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7917 1000
Milestone Website

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay

Friday, December 8th, 2006

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay offers an elegant, contemporary ambience combined with the finest in cusine.

Opened in 1998, this is Gordon’s first independently owned venture, it attained 3 Michelin Stars in 2001 which it retains today.

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay
68 Royal Hospital Road,
London
SW3 4HP
Tel: 020 7352 4441
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay

Le Gavroche

Friday, December 8th, 2006

Opened in 1967 by brothers Michel and Albert Roux, Le Gavroche offers classic French cuisine and in 1982 was the UK’s first restaurant to gain 3 Michelin Stars.

After several years Michel left London to run The Waterside Inn in Bray.

Albert’s son, Michel Roux Jnr took over the kitchen in 1991 and remains the current head chef, and the restaurant currently holds 2 Michelin Stars amongst other prestigious awards.

Le Gavroche
43 Upper Brook Street
Mayfair
London
W1K 7QR
Tel: 020 7408 0881
Le Gavroche Website

Acorn House Restaurant

Wednesday, November 22nd, 2006

London’s first truly eco-friendly training restaurant, Acorn House is set to alter the image of the restaurant industry.

With fresh seasonal menus, a dedication to healthy eating, environmental responsibility and a premium, glamorous appeal, this revolutionary and pioneering new concept offers a unique dining experience in London’s Kings Cross.

Acorn House
69 Swinton Street,
London
WC1X 9NT
Tel: 020 7812 1842
Acorn House Website

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park

Wednesday, November 22nd, 2006

The Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park is situated in Knightsbridge, London. Perfectly poised for shopping, the Mandarin Oriental backs onto Hyde Park. So this large, 223 suite, luxury hotel is ideally located for a spot of London sightseeing with many famous London icons on it’s doorstep.

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park London
66 Knightsbridge
London
England
UK
SW1X 7LA
Tel:+44 (0)20 7235 2000
Mandarin Oriental Website

Grosvenor House, London

Wednesday, November 15th, 2006

Positioned in Mayfair, overlooking Hyde Park, Grosvenor House is well situated for some London sightseeing and a spot of retail therapy. With a classic British character, this large five star hotel has 374 rooms, 72 suites over 8 floors and 33 meeting rooms.

Grosvenor House
Park Lane
London,
W1K7TN
United Kingdom

Phone: 44 207 4996363
Fax: 44 207 4933341
Official Site

City Inn Westminster

Monday, November 13th, 2006

London’s largest new hotel in 40 years opened in 2003. With an award winning design it has become a favourite for business travellers in particular. It features 18inch thick walls to help you get a good nights rest and a minimal feel but making good use of natural light.

City Inn Westminster,
30 John Islip Street,
London SW1P 4DD
Tel: 020 7630 1000
Fax: 0207 233 7575
Website: City Inn Westminster

Fifty London

Wednesday, November 8th, 2006

A private members club situated in St James’s, Piccadily. Once frequented by the Duke of Wellington and the notorious Count D’Orsay the club became known as “the Ascot of gambling” or “the most talked about gambling hall in the most talked about street in the most talked about city in the world.”

Fifty London
50 St James’s Street
London
SW1A 1JT

Tel: 0870 415 5050
Website: Fifty London

Cliveden

Tuesday, October 24th, 2006

Cliveden since 1666 has been one of the places to stay in Britain. Previous guests included everyone from Charlie Chaplin to Winston Churchill, and President Roosevelt to George Bernard Shaw. It has been a firm favourite with Royalty and it’s close proximity to London, Heathrow and Windsor makes it a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of London.

When Stephen Ward and Christine Keeler were staying in Spring Cottage at Cliveden, they triggered the infamous Profumo scandal.

Cliveden can also be hired as a wedding venue.

Cliveden, Taplow, Berkshire SL6 0JF
Telephone: + 44 (0) 1628 668561 Facsimile: + 44 (0) 1628 661837

Visit the official Cliveden House website

Le Meridien Piccadilly

Friday, September 15th, 2006

Le Méridien Piccadilly is ideally located for the London’s west end. Built in 1909 Le Méridien Piccadilly features Edwardian details but with a contemporary decor. One of London’s most luxurious hotels, and with the opening of Le Méridien Health Club it can now boast one of London’s largest swimming pools too.

21 Piccadilly · London W1J 0BH · United Kingdom
Tel: (44)(20) 7734 8000

Visit Le Meridien Piccadilly Website