Claridge's

The Hotel's reputation precedes it as one of the world's greatest hotels, which has enjoyed years of patronage by the good and the great. A stay here is truly unforgettable. (03/06 RP-L) The hotel dates back to 1898, an imposing ornate red brick building. The hotel is located in the heart of the West End, just two minutes walk from Bond Street underground station. With Oxford Street, Bond Street and South Molton Street shopping areas right on its doorstep.

Check-in Time:

3 p.m.

Check-out Time:

11 a.m.

Year Built:

1997

Year Renovated:

1997

Total Rooms:

203 rooms.203

Total Floors:

7 floors.

Rooms:

The rooms are large, also elegantly appointed in both traditional Victorian and Art Deco styles. Each is individually decorated by leading interior designers and furnished with antique furniture. In exceptional condition. Also the bathrooms are wonderfully elegant and luxurious. The hotel has 203 Superior and Deluxe rooms, 67 Suites and 2 Penthouses. Many of the rooms can be interconnected, making this hotel ideal for families and parents with children.

Directions

From London Heathrow Airport (LHR): Distance to Claridge s is 18 miles, approximately 45 minutes drive. Getting there. The Heathrow Express train is the quickest way into London. It departs from the airport every 15 minutes, and takes 15 minutes to reach Paddington Station in central London. The journey is non stop and costs 14.50 GBP. From Paddington Station, take a black taxi to Claridge s, which should take 10 minutes. Additionally, the airport is on the Piccadilly line of the Underground, which runs directly to Green Park underground stations. From here, take the Jubilee Line to Bond Street. The hotel is five minutes walk away. The journey to central London takes approximately one hour, and trains depart every 10 minutes. A one day travel pass costs 6.30 GBP, including travel to Heathrow (in zone 6). Black taxis cost approximately 50 GBP to central London. Prices are all subject to change. Getting around. The London Underground (Tube) and buses are the easiest ways to travel within London. Single tickets are expensive, but an electronic Oyster card offers a cheaper fare. Oyster cards can be purchased from ticket offices for 3 GBP (refundable). Daily or weekly travel passes are the most economical way to travel, and are valid on buses, trams, trains, and DLR, as well as on the Underground. Black taxis are available on the streets, but can be expensive. Driving is not recommended for visitors and a congestion charge zone is operated in central London.

Area

Heathrow International Airport. Gatwick International Airport.

Attractions

Bath............................50 Mi / 83 Km WCanterbury......................58 Mi / 97 Km SeHampton Court Palace............20 Mi / 32 Km SwImperial War Museum............. 3 Mi / 5 Km SLeeds Castle....................42 Mi / 67 Km SeNatural History Museum.......... 3 Mi / 5 Km WRoyal Academy Of Arts.......... .5 Mi / .6 Km EWindsor Castle..................30 Mi / 48 Km WVictoria / Albert Museum........ 3 Mi / 5 Km WSt Pauls Cathedral.............. 4 Mi / 6 Km EStratford Upon Avon.............98 Mi /196 Km NScience Museum.................. 3 Mi / 5 Km W

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