Elite Traveler Fall 2021

EXPLORE NEWHOTELS by Samantha Coles

Clockwise from above The Biltmore Mayfair’s grand facade; suites look out onto leafy Grosvenor Square; marble-clad bathroom with deep soaking tub; the charming terrace; lobster with aloe vera

missing. The Biltmore manages to bridge the gap with attentive staff who remember how you like your coffee, monogrammed pillowcases and a warm, inviting atmosphere. STAY There are over 250 guest rooms to choose from at The Biltmore, yet it remains peaceful and quiet. The suites are spacious (surprising, considering the hotel’s location) and are more akin to a trendy city apartment than a hotel room, with a few considered touches: coffee-table books about London; tea fromWhittard of Chelsea and toiletries from Penhaligon’s, the famed perfumer. Some suites have a view over leafy

The Biltmore Mayfair LONDON In the heart of well-heeled Mayfair stands The Biltmore, the latest from the Hilton’s LXR Hotels & Resorts portfolio and its first in the UK. The facade is classic for the affluent neighborhood — all red brick and soaring cream columns. Inside is just as elegant: Think seductive tones of purple, swathes of velvet and grandiose chandeliers. While you can easily be an anonymous guest in many of London’s big-name hotels, it can sometimes feel like the personal touch is