Citorah says

A Rocco Forte hotel, which bills itself as London's oldest and has welcomed guests since 1832.

From Where to Stay in London 2026: A Neighbourhood-by-Neighbourhood Guide, under “2. Mayfair: the grand hotels”.

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    Hotel Café Royal

    Citorah says A five-star on Regent Street, where St James's, Mayfair and Soho meet.

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    Kiln

    Citorah says Kiln & Bao — Soho counter restaurants, Thai and Taiwanese respectively, that defined the modern London counter-dining wave.

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    Claridge's

    Citorah says Afternoon tea in the Foyer & Reading Room is its own institution. The bars are Claridge's Bar, The Fumoir, open since 1929, and the new Dante Mayfair.

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    Ham Yard Hotel

    Citorah says Another Firmdale hotel, home to The Croc, an original 1950s bowling alley with a lounge and bar.

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