London is a vibrant city rich in history which is extremely popular with holidaymakers, particularly in the summer months. It’s also a place that knows how to do luxury and is packed full of millionaires and a selection of trendy 5-star hotels regularly frequented by the rich and famous. England’s capital also offers an extensive selection of boutique hotels worth visiting.
Boutique hotels generally offer more character than larger hotels. They’re smaller, more intimate, and feature artistic designs and a range of quirky features. On the whole, people enjoy staying in boutique hotels in order to have a unique vacation away but also because these types of accommodation options tend to offer a personal touch to every guest.
According to prestige property in 2019, boutique hotels averagely cost 10-20% less than other hotels, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll miss out on luxury. In a cosmopolitan city like London, people know what is required to please a range of different nationalities. The weather might be hit and miss, but the city is capable of catering for anyone’s needs.
Ahead of your next visit to London, here is a look at five of the top boutique hotels the city has to offer.
The Ham Yard
Situated at the bottom of Regent Street, The Ham Yard is an exceptional hotel to stay in. A light-filled modern building with plenty of character, this particular boutique hotel is full of neon lights and intriguing furniture, all accompanied by an amazing wall of 135 interconnected clocks.
On top of this, guests can enjoy a drink in its stunning fourth-floor roof terrace, which features olive trees and vegetable beds. For a memorable stay in the bustling area of Soho, The Ham Yard is a solid option.
The Mandrake
Situated in the swanky area of Fitzrovia, The Mandrake champions healing and positive energies in what a stunning location. London’s fashion crowd have been staying there for a while now, thanks to its Instagram-friendly features and its green inner courtyard.
With 30 texture-filled rooms to stay in, The Mandrake is an excellent option.
South Place Hotel
The South Place Hotel is extremely popular with business travellers in particular and offers guests a relaxing environment to unwind. Designed by Conran + Partners, this boutique hotel is well worth visiting. If you’re after a cosy environment to wind the nights down with a glass of wine and a Secrets of the Amazon slot game or a movie, then you’ll struggle to find a better location than this art-filled environment.
A canopy of flowers dangles from the entrance, its first-floor bar is packed full of colour, the bedrooms are filled with artworks from the nearby Hoxton Art Gallery, and the lifts show kaleidoscopic digital art. South Place Hotel’s rooftop restaurant, Angler, has a Michelin star too.
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Hotel Cafe Royal
Located in Piccadilly Circus, Hotel Cafe Royal is a lovely heritage property building with an array of gorgeous historic features, such as its old lifts and artwork. The rooms are luxurious, with suite 202 overlooking the hustle and bustle of Piccadilly Circus and resulting in a truly breathtaking view.
Hotel Cafe Royal is a great place to eat too, with three-Michelin-star chef Albert Adrià recently joining the team.
Artist Residence
Perhaps lacking the luxurious touches some of the other hotels featured so far possess, Artist Residence is a quirky venue best known for its extensive array of artwork. One for art lovers in particular, it offers unique interiors and pop art pieces scattered throughout.
It only has 10 rooms, allowing you to be treated to a more personal experience.
I do prefer Boutique Hotels…Thank you for the wonderful tips Francois!
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