Elite Traveler Winter 2020

The LanghamLondon, Sterling Suite LONDON, UK As London’s first grand hotel and the birthplace of afternoon tea, The Langham is something of a British institution. With 4,844 sq ft, the hotel’s Sterling Suite can accommodate up to 12 guests in its six spacious bedrooms. The suite’s decor is everything you would expect in one of London’s most iconic hotels, with bespoke furnishings and captivating artwork tastefully littered throughout the rooms. The suite also has ample room for entertaining, with an expansive drawing room complete with grand piano, and a separate dining area. Sterling Suite guests also have access to Langham Club privileges, with full access to The Langham Club Lounge, where you will find an exclusive place to relax and enjoy free-flowing Perrier-Jouët champagne and canapés. Kim Ayling Best feature The innovative in-suite media room From $30,000 per night. Contact CharlotteWeatherall, director of sales and marketing, charlotte.weatherall@ langhamhotels.com, +44 207 636 1000, langhamhotels.com

Rosewood London, The Lincoln House Suite LONDON, UK Although located in the heart of a bustling capital city, Rosewood London promises a sanctuary from the crowded streets. And, as Rosewood London’s newest signature suite, you can be sure that Lincoln House offers the height of modern luxury. The suite has been carefully designed to exude character, with bespoke furnishings and carefully curated artworks giving it the feel of a stylish city apartment. Lincoln House Suite’s open-plan living area is the perfect spot to relax, with panoramic windows bathing the space in glorious natural light. For those who require extra room, the three-bedroom suite can be conjoined with five neighboring rooms to create the expansive Lincoln House Wing. Kim Ayling Best feature The personal butler who is on hand to create a seamless home-away-from-home experience From $26,655 per night. Contact Michael Bonsor, managing director, michael.bonsor@rosewoodhotels.com, +44 203 747 8880, rosewoodhotels.com

The Lanesborough, Royal Suite LONDON, UK The Lanesborough’s aptly named Royal Suite is fit for the most esteemed guests, with lavish furnishings throughout, as well as stately views over Buckingham Palace Gardens. Occupying 4,845 sq ft, the seven-bedroom Royal Suite has space for up to 18 guests when booked in its entirety. First built in 1719, the building is regarded as one of London’s most revered Regency landmarks. Inside, the hotel still features original architectural elements from the building’s redesign in 1825, including the entrance foyer, first floor gallery and stairway. In addition to impressive historic features, The Lanesborough is also home to one of London’s best restaurants, the Michelin-starred Céleste, as well as an award-winning afternoon tea by the world-famous Peggy Porschen bakery. Kim Ayling Best feature Complimentary use of the hotel’s chauffeur- driven Rolls-Royce Phantom From $16,675 per night. Contact Ana Grilo, reservations

The Berkeley, Crescent Pavilion Penthouse LONDON, UK

Positioned in ritzy, glitzy Knightsbridge, The Berkeley’s Crescent Pavilion Penthouse is made for hosting. The two-bedroom suite has two separate living areas and a dining room that can comfortably seat eight. It has two furnished areas on its wraparound terrace that provide the perfect spots for cocktails and canapés overlooking London’s skyline, or celebrate a special occasion with alfresco private dining courtesy of chef Marcus Wareing. Darling of contemporary design André Fu has created a corner of calm in the suite’s interior using earthy tones and lush fabrics. The indoor and outdoor spaces are seamlessly married by full-height glass walls that slide back completely. Thea Halstead Best feature Expansive wraparound terrace From $20,000 per night. Contact Nancy Getlan, director of sales and marketing, ngetlan@maybourne.com, +1 212 715 0915, the-berkeley.co.uk

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