Choosing your spot to set as home base doesn’t have to be overwhelming—London is home to plenty of chic properties. Perhaps the most iconic London hotel. Claridge‘s is an absolute classic—packed full of old-school grandeur and timeless charm. It’s worth it to step into the lobby even if you don’t have the budget for a stay. You might spot a celebrity or two. The Ned is another stay that simply transports—the kind of place you could spend an entire weekend without setting foot outside, floating from the dreamy subterranean spa to martinis at Library Bar, followed by a slap-up meal at Lutyens Grill. Plus, the rooftop swimming pool is stunning.
The address is one of the most prestigious in the city. Rosewood The location is perfect for first-time visitors to London. My biggest tip? Don’t skip Scarfes Bar—it’s one of the best drinking spots around. The Martin Brudzinski designed bar is a great choice if you want to be buzzy. Broadwick Soho The bar is a relative newcomer in London, but locals and visitors love it for many reasons. Flute is a disco-chic roof bar where I can be found taking photos of the interiors while sipping a cocktail. The night at the NoMad London, which is housed in a former magistrates’ court in the middle of Covent Garden, is a sure-fire way to leave feeling more cultured than when you arrived, plus the newly revamped restaurant—Twenty8 NoMad—is worth a visit alone. You won’t regret booking a facial treatment with Katie England, an expert in the field. It will be one of your best experiences. Every night is like Friday at the Hôtel. The Standard, in the heart of London’s regenerated King’s Cross. Don’t let the Brutalist exterior fool you—inside is a retro-futuristic playground with one heck of a restaurant (Decimo) on the 10th floor.
