Where to stay in London?
Jan 2, 2008 | 5:44 am
#17
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Downside - bar and restaurant open out onto Haymarket, a very busy London street, and are thus rammed by non-guests
Jan 2, 2008 | 6:25 am
#18
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Moonbeam, I was just "testing the waters a bit," or being slightly coy. I have only stayed in London once and it was at the Langham. I was not impressed. I also realize its not a top tier hotel. I went with several family members, so multiple rooms were needed, so I could not justify some of the outlandish prices at some of the higher-end hotels.
I just wanted to see if my gut or barometer regarding London hotels was set correctly.
I just wanted to see if my gut or barometer regarding London hotels was set correctly.
Jan 2, 2008 | 6:28 am
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Last edited by moonbeam; Jan 2, 2008 at 9:48 am
Jan 2, 2008 | 9:20 am
#20
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I'm a big fan of The Halkin, too, and even prefer it over One Aldwych. It's more intimate and the rooms, IMHO, are more comfortable. (That said, I'd be happy to stay at either.)
Jan 4, 2008 | 2:45 am
#21
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I asked a similar question about a year ago and got some good suggestions (similar to what is posted here)...and we ended up staying at The Capital which we were very happy with (booked by FTer DavidO, a Virtuoso agent) -- a small, more boutique-like hotel, just down the street from Harrod's, where they called us by name the whole weekend, we had wonderful meals, and the room was quite comfortable.
I think location is an important factor in London -- will you be walking around, and if so, where? do you want to be near a tube stop? etc. So advise taking that into consideration as well, since there are so many fine hotels to choose from.
I think location is an important factor in London -- will you be walking around, and if so, where? do you want to be near a tube stop? etc. So advise taking that into consideration as well, since there are so many fine hotels to choose from.
Jan 4, 2008 | 4:46 am
#23
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get silly and stay at the Hempel.....
but the metropolitan is now a little bit better ....with the soft refurb done to it......
Jan 4, 2008 | 5:42 am
#24
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and if you join tablet hotels plus you will get:
For Tablet Plus Members:
every stay at The Halkin automatically includes the select privileges and/or amenities.
Complimentary upgrade upon check-in, based on availability
Guaranteed 4 o'clock check-out
One glass of champagne or cocktail, per guest, upon arrival
Complimentary internet access
Last edited by moonbeam; Jan 4, 2008 at 5:52 am
Jan 4, 2008 | 8:32 am
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Another vote for the Halkin you can walk to Buckingham palace and harrods and sloane st is 5mins away and hyde park is 2 streets away, and you get a table at nobu park lane with no wait! and of course dinner at Nahm londons only Michelin-starred Thai with no cab home.
and if you join tablet hotels plus you will get:
For Tablet Plus Members:
every stay at The Halkin automatically includes the select privileges and/or amenities.
Complimentary upgrade upon check-in, based on availability
Guaranteed 4 o'clock check-out
One glass of champagne or cocktail, per guest, upon arrival
Complimentary internet access
and if you join tablet hotels plus you will get:
For Tablet Plus Members:
every stay at The Halkin automatically includes the select privileges and/or amenities.
Complimentary upgrade upon check-in, based on availability
Guaranteed 4 o'clock check-out
One glass of champagne or cocktail, per guest, upon arrival
Complimentary internet access
Moonbeam, what's your experience with upgrades at the Halkin as a Tablet Plus member? I ask because I stayed there a couple of years ago on a LHW reservation, and as a Leaders Club member should have been upgraded (based on availability) but was not, despite a specific request from LHW and the facts that it was my birthday and the hotel was not full.
Jan 6, 2008 | 1:09 am
#28
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>"Try the MO great location and nice staff."
That's true, but the major construction project next door is so noisy that it is very disconcerting and can ruin one's sleeping late.
My favorite is The Stafford, especially their new penthouse suites. The concierge staff and the service are the best. Their restaurant is excellent and their American Bar is a classic.
That's true, but the major construction project next door is so noisy that it is very disconcerting and can ruin one's sleeping late.
My favorite is The Stafford, especially their new penthouse suites. The concierge staff and the service are the best. Their restaurant is excellent and their American Bar is a classic.
Last edited by JanePond; Jan 6, 2008 at 1:10 am Reason: syntax
Jan 6, 2008 | 4:24 pm
#29
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>"Try the MO great location and nice staff."
That's true, but the major construction project next door is so noisy that it is very disconcerting and can ruin one's sleeping late.
My favorite is The Stafford, especially their new penthouse suites. The concierge staff and the service are the best. Their restaurant is excellent and their American Bar is a classic.
That's true, but the major construction project next door is so noisy that it is very disconcerting and can ruin one's sleeping late.
My favorite is The Stafford, especially their new penthouse suites. The concierge staff and the service are the best. Their restaurant is excellent and their American Bar is a classic.
Am now considering:
- Covent Garden Hotel
- Haymarket Hotel
- One Aldwych
I think I want to try the Haymarket.
Jan 6, 2008 | 5:12 pm
#30
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Stay at the Haymarket and go to the Covent Garden for dinner. Went there and had a very nice meal.
I plan on making it my hotel of choice in London. Also I think it has only been open for a short time.