St. Pancras London, Autograph Collection ®

In King's Cross on Euston Road, this luxury Victorian hotel sits a short walk from the British Museum and about eight minutes from Big Ben. You're a heartbeat from major rail and Tube connections and the neighbourhood's buzzy cultural spots.

Housed in a restored Victorian Gothic building, the hotel mixes historic grandeur with modern comfort. Rooms are individually styled with minibars, coffee/tea makers, plush pillowtop beds and elegant bathrooms; select rooms offer bathrobes and slippers for extra comfort. It's family-friendly with dedicated playrooms for kids and pet-friendly on request (extra charge).

Unwind at the full-service spa with massages, facials and body treatments, then hit the indoor pool, sauna or 24-hour fitness centre. Lounge in two bars and seasonal terrace spaces, use concierge services, or book city tours from the front desk. Other conveniences include laundry and valet services, on-site parking (fees apply), and wheelchair access with elevators.

Generous event and meeting facilities span about 4,850 sq ft with multiple meeting rooms and conference/banquet options. 24-hour reception, express check-out, concierge support and complimentary wireless internet keep business running smoothly.

Three on-site restaurants serve British and regional-flavored dishes, alongside a tea lounge and two bars for drinks and small plates. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available each morning (fee applies) and 24-hour room service means late-night cravings are sorted.