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THE LANGHAM
VIP contact: Katie Benson, Managing Director
Phone: +44 (0)20 7636 1000
Email: katie.benson@langhamhotels
Address: 1c Portland Place, Regent Street, W1B 1JA
Website: www.london.langhamhotels.co.uk
The Langham has a legendary hotel heritage dating back to 1865, when
Langham London opened as Europe’s first Grand Hotel. For over 140 years,
this flagship hotel has been at the forefront of sophisticated and gracious
hospitality, and from the outset it has occupied an unrivalled location in
the heart of London. This remains the case today; with its position at the
top of Regent Street and a short stroll to Bond Street, it is one of the most
centrally-located luxury hotels in London.
TOP SUITE
INFINITY SUITE
� Square footage: 2,540 � Nightly rate: $13,000
Why we love it: Overlooking All Souls Church and with wonderfully
high ceilings, this large two bedroom suite features a master
bedroom – complete with inviting four-poster bed and two dressing
rooms – second bedroom with ensuite, separate lobby and cloakroom,
kitchen, bespoke furniture and the newest Bose audio technology to
enhance each guest’s experience. The suite is also noteworthy for a
magnificent infinity bath which offers the sublime relaxation of a spa
in your room. The infinity bath cleanses, revitalises and harnesses
the powerful effects of colours on mood to provide the ultimate
chromotherapy experience.
INFINITY SUITE, THE LANGHAM ROYAL SUITE, THE LANESBOROUGH
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THE LANESBOROUGH
VIP contact: Geoffrey Gelardi, Managing Director
Phone: +44 (0)20 7259 5599
Email: info@lanesborough.com
Address: Hyde Park Corner, SW1X 7TA
Website: www.lanesborough.com
With its enviable location in the heart of London, situated on the borders of
Knightsbridge and Belgravia and with panoramic views of Hyde Park, The
Lanesborough has long been considered one of the world’s most luxurious
hotels. Its elegant décor, exquisite cuisine, unsurpassed attention to detail and
world-renowned service are second to none. The hotel’s recently launched
restaurant, Apsleys, a Heinz Beck Restaurant, was awarded its first Michelin
star in February 2010.
TOP SUITE
ROYAL SUITE
� Square footage: 2,900 � Nightly rate: $11,500
Why we love it: As befits its name, this lavish suite is kitted out royally
with three uniquely-designed bedrooms, a drawing room, dining area,
study and kitchen. The drawing room and dining area, in regal gold
and blue tones, can accommodate up to ten dining guests, whilst just
around the corner the red-and-gold-colored study provides a private,
cozy space for the handling of any personal affairs. VIP services include
a 24hr personal butler, computer with email and internet facilities,
music system and a digital TV with films on demand, two-line telephone
(private and operator-assisted numbers), dedicated facsimile, mobile
phone and voice mail.