Where to stay

"Well, let me refresh your memory. Room service! I've brought something hot up." Patsy Stone

London hotels are some of the best places to frequent even if you aren't staying in one.  There are loads of terrible chain budget hotels, so beware and read reviews thoroughly.  These options are good ones that have bars or restaurants attached or part of the hotel which is a must in our book.

The Hoxton hotels have expanded in the last few years, but the Holborn location is the favorite.  The rooms can be tight, but they are so well decorated and the lobbies are always buzzing.  

Giant hotel built in an old bank building in the middle of the financial district.  The hotel has ties to Soho House, but you don't have to be a member to stay here or enjoy the incredible lobby.  They have a rooftop pool for members and residents and endless entertainment and food choices in the lobby.  

Directly next door to Kensingon Palace and Gardens and the entrance to Hyde Park, the location of this hotel can't get any better.  The rooms are spacious and relatively well priced for London, but the location is why you stay here.  

Luxury high end hotel that smells gorgeous the second you walk in.  Insane flower arrangements throughout and very hospitable staff.  Also walkable to all your favorite central locations.  Pricey, but they have deals sometimes which are definitely worth it.

Big fancy hotel with all the frills.  Make sure you get a room with a bathtub.  You'll feel instantly part of the elite crowd once you walk into this lovely space.

Budget but stylish hotels spread throughout London.  This isn't your Motel 6.  It's super modern and minimalist, but lovely.  

Soho House hotel that takes non-members in quaint Chiswick.  This is deep West London, so will take you a bit to get to central London, but the hotel is lovely and charming and the restaurant is equally as nice.