Corinthia London is unashamedly lavish. Take the Crystal Moon Lounge, famous for its decadent afternoon tea service, illuminated by a 1,001 Baccarat crystal chandelier that's nothing short of magnificent. It's precisely what you would imagine when thinking of a classic London landmark hotel: vintage pianos, elegant cocktails, dapper doormen, and waiters in impeccable suits. The well-dressed clientele clearly favours luxury, of the not-so-quiet kind.
Corinthia London was initially opened as the Metropole Hotel in 1885 and relaunched by Corinthia Hotels International in 2011. Since then, it has cemented its place as one of the best London hotels for a luxury stay (or UK staycation). The hotel is located inside a grand city-centre building that formerly housed the Ministry of Defense, moments away from the River Thames. Popular central London attractions, Trafalgar Square, Somerset House and the Houses of Parliament, are within easy reach.
