London is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Each year, travelers visit famous sites such as the London Eye, London Dungeon, Lord's Cricket Ground and Museum and Madame Tussauds wax museum. London is also known for its vibrant shopping, restaurant and nightlife scenes. A number of posh, upscale hotels are available, offering guests easy access to the sights and sounds of the city.
The Hoxton offers upscale accommodations for a reasonable price. Room rates operate on a sliding scale; the earlier a room is booked, the lower the price. In 2010, the Hoxton was voted "Best UK Hotel" by the Guardian and Observer and "Third-Best European Business Hotel" by CNBC. A complimentary breakfast is delivered to rooms each morning, and guests are within walking distance of the upscale Favela Chic restaurant and the Hoxton Square Bar and Kitchen. Two minutes from the Hoxton is the Old Street underground station, where guests can take the Northern Line to King's Cross to visit the British Library.
Based in Piccadilly, the Ritz Hotel is a ten-minute walk to the Victoria Coach Station. A member of the distinguished Tea Guild, the Ritz offers traditional English afternoon tea service in the elegant Palm Court room. The on-site Ritz Restaurant offers guests elegant cuisine using fine, fresh ingredients. Guests of the Ritz must adhere to a dress code prohibiting jeans and athletic shoes in all dining and drinking areas of the hotel. A butler, concierge and a full health and beauty center are also available at the Ritz. Guests are a two-minute walk from the Royal Academy of Arts and the upscale Wolseley cafe and restaurant. Shopping on Oxford Street is one stop north on the underground's Bakerloo Line.
Neighboring Buckingham Palace, the five-star rated Hotel 41 features 30 individually-designed rooms and suites, each decorated with fresh flowers and scented candles. Some rooms also come equipped with an open fireplace. A special dining experience is offered to guests, who are welcome to "plunder the pantry" each evening, selecting their own food to eat in the glass-roofed Executive Lounge. In addition, breakfast and traditional afternoon tea are served in the Executive Lounge, or guests can opt for room service. 41 Hotel is close to attractions such as Green Park, The Queen's Gallery and Wellington Arch.
