Luxury Britain
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Shangri-La at The Shard, London
Go for panoramic views:
Shangri-La at The Shard, London Bridge
Located in the tallest building in Western Europe on
floors 34 to 52, Shangri-La at The Shard is London’s
first high-rise hotel, with breathtaking views of the
Houses of Parliament, Tower of London and St. Paul’s
Cathedral. Featuring modern Chinese art and mood
lighting, all rooms offer the exclusive “Shangri-La Bed”
with patented body-contouring technology and marbleclad bathrooms with heated floors. A butler service is
offered in all suites.
www.shangri-la.com/london
Go for old-school glamour:
The Ritz, Piccadilly
A world famous luxury hotel with a glittering reputation
due to its impeccable service, Restaurant Terrace
looking across Green Park and fine food (particularly the
Afternoon Tea served in The Palm Court, where formal
attire is required). Guests staying in the Signature Suites
can take advantage of complimentary airport transfers
in a Rolls-Royce and also benefit from the attentive
service of a designated butler, available around the clock
to ensure every need is met.
www.theritzlondon.com
Go for pedigree:
Claridge’s, Mayfair
Royalty, celebrities, tycoons, fashionistas all stay
in the bosom of luxury at this terracotta-faced pile
designed by the same architect who later built Harrods
department store. An Art Deco makeover in the late
1920’s set the stage for fun and all 203 rooms are
unique with specially-commissioned suites designed
by Viscount Linley and Diane von Furstenburg. Slip
off to the health club and roof-top spa offering Sisley
treatments and sip cocktails in Fumoir, a 1930’s jewelbox bar with original Lalique glass panels.
www.claridges.co.uk
Go for a super yacht experience:
Sunborn London, Royal Victoria Dock
The impressive 108-metre floating hotel has 136 spacious
guest rooms, all with bespoke furnishings, plus an elegant
restaurant, lounge bar, day spa and expansive views
of Canary Wharf. The Executive Suite has underfloor
heating, Molton Brown toiletries and river views framed
by large french windows that lead on to a private terrace
with polished timber sundecks. Dedicated room and
concierge service make it an exclusive experience.
www.sunbornhotels.com