Elite Traveler May-June 2017

elite traveler MAY/JUNE 2017 111

Empire Suite HOTEL CAFÉ ROYAL

Modern meets traditional in the Empire Suite. The grand living room has high ceilings with ornate decorations, gold-colored walls with beautiful paneling, herringbone parquet floors and original gold mirrors. The contemporary design features modern chandeliers, sleek furnishings, large Sienna marble dining table and hidden leather-covered bar, which combine to create a fresh and elegant look. Large windows from the living room and bedroom overlook its prestigious location on Regent Street. In the bedroom, find an innovative wardrobe and in the sleek Carrera marble bathroom, a long bathtub and separate rainfall shower. Special amenities 24-hour butler service, kitchenette, powder room, Frette linens, Bang & Olufsen televisions, complimentary access to Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Centre and The Club, complimentary Wi-Fi, connecting room available Size 2,282 sq ft

Number of bedrooms One Nightly rate from $12,400

Contact Marie Kelly, reservations manager, marie.kelly@ hotelcaferoyal.com, +44 207 406 3322, hotelcaferoyal.com

Royal Suite CLARIDGE’S

As you step into the red lobby in the Royal Suite at Claridge’s, you immediately understand why the hotel has such a draw to its notable clientele; it is a glamorous step into London’s Victorian era. The traditional decor in the living room includes original Edwardian furniture, a stunning carved wood and marble fireplace and a grand piano that belonged to Richard D’Oyly Carte, who built The Savoy. The dining room is a blue jewel box of a space, decorated with 19th century prints and a handsome wood table. Each king bedroom has a pastel decor with intricate details, including silver seashells on the walls. Special amenities 24-hour butler service, Mercedes S-Class airport transfers, bottle of rosé champagne on arrival, McQueens flowers, fresh fruit and treats, Burberry trench coat to wear during stay, complimentary Wi-Fi and local calls, up to eight connecting Number of bedrooms Two Nightly rate from $6,800 Contact Paul Jackson, general manager, reservations@claridges.co.uk, +44 207 629 8862, claridges.co.uk rooms available Size 2,400 sq ft

Photos Adrian Houston Limited