The Clermont London, Victoria  

Under the arches of Victoria Station sits a 4-star, Grade II listed railway hotel with direct access to the concourse. Walk out and you’ll hit the Apollo Victoria and Victoria Palace theatres in seconds, Buckingham Palace and Green Park in minutes, and reach Gatwick on the express in about 30 minutes. Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and Hyde Park are all an easy hop away.

A 19th-century building designed by James Thomas Knowles and opened in 1862, the hotel blends Victorian architecture with modern rooms. Expect air-conditioned guestrooms with Smart/LCD TVs, free minibar items, desks, laptop-friendly safes, tea/coffee trays and private bathrooms with bathtubs or rainfall showers and designer toiletries. Note: due to the historic layout there is no step-free access throughout the property.

Free WiFi fills the hotel and a fitness center keeps you moving. There’s a 24-hour reception, concierge services, a lounge/bar and a café for quick bites. Wedding and event spaces add a stately touch, and room service is available round the clock — wake up to station energy and city views without missing a beat.

A business center and up to 10 meeting rooms handle events and conferences. Fast, complimentary wireless internet keeps work flowing, and dry cleaning plus 24-hour front-desk support make business travel simple.

Two on-site restaurants include The Soak and the Clermont Restaurant & Bar, plus a Tea Lounge serving afternoon tea. A Chinese option is available at the Grand Imperial restaurant, and three bars/lounges offer evening drinks. English and buffet breakfasts are served for a fee, and 24-hour room service is on hand for late arrivals.