Luxurious London: Enjoying the Attractions in Style!

There are as many reasons to visit the fantastic city of London as there are people living in it. Every year, millions of visitors pack the streets of the capital for a variety of reasons. In this article, we take a look at some of the most popular reasons for visiting London and where to stay in style at some of the grandest, yet affordable, 5 star hotels in London.

If like many tourists you are heading to London to ‘see the sights’ and do not have any one attraction in mind to visit, then a centrally-located hotel would be better suited to you as it gives you better transport links to all areas of this vast and beautiful city. If you are looking for a hotel that combines luxury with a central location then the Waldorf Hilton is the perfect choice. Situated close to Waterloo Bridge, Fleet Street, the Strand and Covent Garden, the Waldorf Hilton is the epitome of luxurious living, boasting 5 star accommodation and outstanding facilities at a price that is surprisingly affordable.

For many visitors to London, a trip to a West End theatre is their main reason for visiting the capital, while others still come to London to enjoy shopping at the many famous shops and boutiques along Regent and Oxford Streets, and fortunately, there is no shortage of quality accommodation in this celebrated part of the city. For sheer opulence then W London is hard to beat. Situated at the heart of Leicester Square, ideally situated for the shops and theatres, not to mention the glitzy nightspots and pubs and clubs, W London is an imposing and outstanding hotel, offering a wealth of amenities that makes it one of the best 5 star hotels in London.

London has always been a city of great history and boasts a wealth of outstanding buildings, architecture, museums, art galleries and much more. Included in this is of course is the magnificent royal residence of Buckingham Palace that attracts millions of visitors each year to its gates. If you are keen to experience the sweeping architecture of London, learn in its wealth of museums, be inspired by its art and experience the elegance of royal living, then a hotel close to Hyde Park or Kensington Gardens is an ideal base and few in this area can match the Royal Garden Hotel. The hotel boasts spectacular views of the London skyline and with a plethora of facilities and friendly staff, truly earns its outstanding reputation as one of the best establishments in the capital.

Earls Court is a popular place, not just for concerts but exhibitions and these events over the course of the year attract many visitors to the capital. Fortunately, if you are in town for several days and want to be located locally then the excellent Ibis London Earls Court hotel not only offers outstanding luxury accommodation, but also at a competitive price, too. It is worth considering this hotel if you intend on visiting such places at the National History Museum, the London Eye, Harrods and the Victoria and Albert Museums, which are all relatively close by.

If you are heading to Wembley Stadium for the match, then the 10-storey Wembley Plaza is the perfect place to book; book early, though, as the hotel is very popular for major sporting events due to its prime location. Situated on Empire Way, the hotel is not only well placed for events at the brand new Wembley Stadium, but also the nearby Wembley Arena. With excellent room facilities, its own fitness facility including swimming pool and dining in the hotel, the Wembley Plaza is the perfect choice for any sports fan.

During the course of the year, London stages many famous annual events and carnivals that draw thousands of visitors into the area. One of the most popular of these is the annual Notting Hill Carnival, a celebration of the many diverse cultures that have and continue to make London the vibrant and colourful city that it is today. An ideal hotel to consider if you are attending this popular event is the Thistle Kensington Gardens Hotel. This four star hotel is very competitively priced and ideally located for the Notting Hill area, as well as being close to a host of other attractions in the city. The hotel also affords fine views over the gardens that give the hotel its name and nearby Hyde Park.

Whatever your reason for visiting London, there is a luxurious hotel in the immediate area to make your trip to the nation’s capital, a little bit more special!