With seven of the top ten hotel suites in our list being new additions to London within the last five years, discerning travellers have never been spoilt so much; far reaching choices are on offer, from the Savoy Hotels historic Royal Suite, the David Collins inspired ultra stylish Apartment in the Connaught or the mind bogglingly big Manor House Wing in the Rosewood Hotel.
1. The Corinthia – Royal Penthouse (Approx. £20,000pn)
4 Bedroom | Dining Room | Terrace | Kitchen | Media Room | 465sqm+
The Corinthia Hotels Royal penthouse is 465sqm of more than
just a piece of heaven - a superb example of how to fill a grand room with the smallest
details. Featuring a crystal bound spiral staircase that feels like it has come
from a fairy-tale, a walk-in wine cellar that should come with a map and a
bathtub that you could dive into (not recommended) a stay here will make anyone
feel out of this world….. And that’s before enjoying the spectacular roof
terrace that is undoubtedly one of the finest in London.
2. The Rosewood – Grand Manor House Wing (approx. £18,000pn)
6 Bedrooms | Dining Room | Balcony | Kitchen | 585sqm
Despite being opened for less than 6 months the Rosewood’s
Grand Manor House Wing can already boast a clientele list teeming with
celebrities. The vast 585sqm suite comfortably claims the title of the biggest
in London with 100sqm to spare, in fact it is so large that suite has its own postcode.
The Manor House features 6 bedrooms, each, of course, with its own Italian
marble ensuite, several living rooms, a huge dining room and even a stunning wood
panelled library.
3. The Savoy - Royal Suite (Approx. £12,000pn)
2 Bedroom | Dining Room | River View | Kitchenette | 325sqm
Spread over the whole riverfront of the hotels 5th floor,
the Savoy’s Royal Suite has one of the best panoramic views over London - from
its eight enormous windows guests can see an uninterrupted vista from Canary in
the East to Big Ben in the West. The inside of the suite is just as expansive
with a marble entrance foyer giving way to an airy interior influenced by
English formal gardens. Another stand out feature is the suites beautiful wood
panelled period office, an absorbing and almost colonial feeling hide away. The
opulent living room and separate dining rooms make the suite big enough to
entertain eight. The master bedroom meanwhile has a walk-in wardrobe, his and
her bathrooms, a steam shower and a deep soaking tub, also sharing the views.
4. Jumeirah Grosvenor House Apartments – The Grosvenor Suite (Approx. £18,000pn)
5 Bedroom | Guest Bathroom | Cinema Room | Park Views | Balcony | Butler | 448sqm
To show that Jumeirah Living take hospitality seriously
Guests of the Grosvenor Penthouse receive a courtesy Aston Martin Rapide at
their full personal disposal for their entire stay. Being one of the largest
suites in London, the Grosvenor Penthouse houses a separate living, dining and
study area, complete with a baby grand piano. An ultra-techy room is also included
with the most modern entertainment systems and on demand media, ensuring the
whole family are catered for. The suites piece de resistance is a terrace
overlooking the endlessly green Hyde Park. For complete secrecy access is via a
private elevator that takes guests to the penthouse level.
5. The Town Hall Hotel - De Montfort Suite (Approx. £4,000pn)
2 Bedroom | Dining Room | Butler | 180sqm
Probably the most unique suite in the list, the De Montfort
Suite indulges guests in its breath-taking design. Its soaring triple height
vaulted ceilings give the Suite a cavernous feel, which is flooded with colour
from the huge arched stained glass windows. The Architects, unwilling to dissect
the monumental interior, installed a series of glass partitioning and a
mezzanine level to give privacy to the two bedrooms. A dining room that seats
20 makes the suite great for entertaining and a private study makes it
practical too.
6. The Connaught -The Apartment (Approx. £10,000pn)
2 Bedroom | Dining Room | Terrace | Butler | Balcony | 285sqm
Designed by David Collins, the Apartment is certainly one of London’s most
striking hotel suites. Its eclectic design blends perfectly white washed walls
and ceilings into a sea of blue carpets, upholstery and ornaments. Being in the
buildings eaves, the Apartment is full of quirky alcoves making each room
unique and giving the suite plenty of character. A dining room for 10 and a terrace
overlooking the serene rooftops of Mayfair provide the entertaining options.
7. The Royal Suite – Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park (Approx. £12,000pn)
3 Bedroom | Park View | Dining Room | Balcony | Butler | 242sqm
The Mandarin’s stunning Royal Suite is a kaleidoscope of modern
style and the hotel’s Victorian past. It boasts eye catching centre pieces such
as the fibre optic chandelier and original artwork form the celebrated Halcyon
Gallery juxtaposed with the suite’s exquisite original Victorian fireplace.
Space wise, the suite has a dining room for ten people, walk-in wardrobe for
the master bedroom and a terrace running the full length of the accommodation overlooking
Hyde Park.
8. Claridge’s - Royal Suite (Approx £9,000pn)
2-3 Bedroom | Dining Room | Butler | 223sqm+
Claridge’s Royal Suite captivating in London that combines
historic grandeur and comfortable living. Guests enter via a dramatic Victorian
Age red reception hall before being welcomed into a superlatively elegant
living room complete with a grand piano formerly owned by Richard D’Oyly Carte.
Period double doors open out into a rich blue dining room, whose walls are
covered top to toe in original 19th century French architectural
prints.
9. The Berkeley - Opus Suite (Approx. £10,000pn)
2 – 8 Bedroom | Park View | Kitchen | Dining Room | Butler | 278sqm+
The brand new Opus Suite opened to lucky patrons in September
2013. Designed by world famous interior designer Andre Fu to combine both
expansive spaces, absorbing details and natural materials. As a result the
suite is a calming, clutter free space with a homely feel. Longer stays will
appreciate the fully fitted kitchen, dining room and 300 square foot flame-finished
Turkish marble bathroom – amongst the largest in London. For larger
parties up to 8 bedrooms can be connected to the suite creating an exclusive top
spec apartment in the heart of Knightsbridge.
10. 45 Park Lane - Penthouse Suite (Approx. £8,000pn)
1-2 Bedroom | Park View | Pantry | Dining Room | Terrace | Butler | 165sqm+
The top floor Penthouse Suite in the Dorchester Hotels modern sibling, 45 Park Lane, is an Art Deco gem. Leading designer Thierry Despont used all his creativity to combine rich dark natural materials with light colours and soft textures to make the interior of the suite standout. Outside, on the wraparound roof terrace, the panoramic views of London from Hyde Park to Canary Wharf do all the talking. If the weather doesn’t comply then guests can always gaze across Hyde Park from the bath tub instead.
