Rochester Hotel by Blue Orchid

In Westminster's Vincent Square, a central London hotel just a short walk from Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the River Thames and the Houses of Parliament. Theatres nearby include the Victoria Palace and Apollo Victoria. The property sits at 69 Vincent Square (guests check in at the adjoining Wellington at 71 Vincent Square).

Recently refurbished and now part of The Wellington, the hotel pairs classic London bones with a fresh modern feel. Guest rooms include air conditioning, private bathrooms with shower/tub combos, satellite TV, coffee/tea tray, complimentary mineral water, safes, desks and daily housekeeping. Smoking is prohibited and there’s a gym on site to keep your routine intact.

Expect 24-hour reception and lounge access, a wine bar and bar/lounge, restaurant and coffee shop, plus 24-hour room service. On-site services include concierge, laundry/dry cleaning, a fitness room and complimentary wired and wireless internet. Buffet breakfast is served daily from 8–10 for a fee.

Event-ready with meeting rooms on site and, after the refurbishment, four meeting and events suites as part of The Wellington. The hotel offers express check-in/check-out, luggage storage and reliable wired and wireless internet for business travelers.

Pavilion Restaurant specialises in French cuisine. There's also a coffee shop/café, a wine bar and a bar/lounge, plus 24-hour room service. The combined Wellington property will feature five food and beverage outlets after refurbishment.