Enter the time machine that takes you back to the golden age of travel. The Venice Simplon-Orient Express is a spectacular train service that invites you on a journey between classic European cities. It's essentially a historic hotel on wheels, offering one of the world's finest travel experiences. So get …

Treehouse in the heart of London? Well, not exactly. It's located in a 1960s office block that takes up the top five floors. Not quite the treehouse you would imagine, but it's not about the exterior looks, rather the indoor atmosphere; wooden parquets, a bunch of vintage furniture, colorful bits, …

Overlooking London’s famous Hyde Park, this luxury hotel is a short walk from the Victoria and Albert Museum and steps away from the nearest tube station. This hotel has been consistently voted one of the best in the world, and for a good reason. The 167 elegant rooms and 26 …

Completed in 1905, the building occupied by L'oscar London was once the headquarters of the Baptist church. Unfortunately, it was severely damaged by a bomb during World War II but eventually closed down because the congregation dwindled. Luckily for us hotel aficionados, the building underwent successful restoration and is now …

The Hoxton London is located in the hip, fashionable neighborhood of Shoreditch, and it fits right in with its surroundings. Inspired by the streets of London, the interiors combine old-fashioned elegance with bold and playful elements referencing the local street art. There are three types of regular rooms you can …

If you’re looking to stay in a unique hotel in London, Good Hotel could be one option. This ‘floating’ hotel is moored at the Royal Victoria Dock and offers excellent connectivity to the city thanks to its proximity to the Royal Victoria Light Rail station. The carefully designed rooms come …

Located in the upscale Mayfair district of London, The Beaumont is a five-star hotel near Hyde Park. The original building built in 1926 has been transformed by famed London restaurateurs Corbin & King into a towering art deco grand masterpiece with an iconic sculpture created by Antony Gormley. There are …

Located in the heart of London, close to where the old Thames flows. This hotel is in a Victorian building dating from 1885 and is within walking distance from the best bits of London, including Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, and the City. A recent renovation has brought everything up to …

Located inside an English Heritage building, this has to be one of the grandest-looking youth hostels ever. It was once a magistrate’s court and served sentences to London’s criminals for over 200 years. I’m sure some of the patriarchs of Australia even went through this courthouse. Anyway, today it is …

Look at Me! No, not me...I’m talking about London’s sleek new cosmopolitan Melia ME Hotel. It is just a 2-minute walk from the River Thames, Covent Garden, Somerset House, and Soho. The site on which the sleek and modern ME London stands is located on the corner of Aldwych Street …

The Langham hotel first opened its doors in 1865 as the city’s first “Grand Hotel” and has continued to welcome royalty, celebrities, and numerous dignitaries in its 150-year history. The staff and hotel pride themselves on providing five-star luxury that far exceeds all expectations. The Langham has long been at …

Blakes Hotel is the only choice if you want to stay in the world’s first-ever [luxury boutique hotel](https://www.uniqhotels.com/luxury-hotels) established in 1978 by the famous designer, Anouska Hempel. It is unique because it was the first of its kind and takes you on an adventure through India, China, Indonesia, Thailand, Cambodia, …

Based in West Europe’s tallest building, the Shard, Shangri-La London is a luxury hotel that has been called “a new level of luxury”. According to the Telegraph’s “Luxury” section, “Rooms sizes range from 323-2024 square feet (30-188 square meters) and are among the largest in London. Standard across all rooms …

The Hotel Café Royal is a glamorous five-star hotel located in the heart of London, and as you might expect for such a great location, this hotel also has a story. Dating back to 1863, the hotel has long been associated as the epicenter of London art and fashion. Much …

Trip Advisor called this the best hotel in Britain. Perhaps they are right. I mean, when your room features a gold day bed, a jar full of jelly beans, and 48 bars of soap to choose from, you know they are going the extra mile. Located near Kensington Park in …

Who can afford the ₤150,000-a-week it costs to charter a superyacht? Not many. But thanks to the Sunborn London you can still experience the life of a sexy sea-dog. It is a 394ft superyacht that has been converted into a luxury hotel. Permanently moored at Royal Victoria Dock, the financial …

Hampton Court is one of only two surviving palaces once owned by the legendary English king, Henry VIII. In fact, it was originally meant for the king’s favorite, Thomas Wolsey but he fell from grace and was executed. Since then the palace had been owned by the royal family although …

In order to avoid the tourist traps of central London, the savvy traveler would stay in Shoreditch. It is close to London’s best attractions and is the heart of the city’s art world. Shoreditch was an industrial area in the early 20th Century before capitalism went on steroids and stopped …

A name synonymous with glamour and prestige, The Savoy stands on the banks of the River Thames in one of London’s best addresses. From there, you can see the famous skyline. The best of London is within walking distance… the theatre district, the art galleries, the opera, the famous clubs, …

Rough-Luxe is a concept hotel that attempts to redefine what is meant by “luxury”. Rather than being a passive consumer of finery, the guests at rough-luxe are encouraged to engage with their surroundings and view luxury as time spent in a special space with some excellent wine and stimulating artwork. …