The Goring  

In the heart of Belgravia in central London, a short stroll from Buckingham Palace. Steps from the Royal Mews and within walking distance of Victoria Palace Theatre, Queen's Gallery and Victoria Station — perfect for sightseeing and theatre nights.

An Edwardian, family-owned luxury hotel with 69 individually decorated rooms and suites. Expect pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room MP3 docking and DVD players, 30-inch LCD TVs, private bathrooms with designer toiletries, plus bathrobes and slippers. The vibe is warm, intimate and quietly refined.

Keep fit in the 24-hour gym, sip cocktails on the terrace or wander the garden. Concierge and 24-hour room service are on call, with babysitting available for a surcharge. Guest services include a 24-hour front desk, airport shuttle and parking (surcharges apply), plus laundry and dry-cleaning options.

A 24-hour business center with conference space and meeting rooms supports corporate needs. Complimentary wired and wireless internet and lobby newspapers keep work moving.

Dine in The Dining Room for locally inspired dishes or unwind at the bar/lounge with a nightcap. 24-hour room service is available, and English breakfasts are served for a fee on weekdays and weekends (weekday 7:00–10:00, weekend 7:30–10:30).