Hotel 41

Voted the number 1 hotel in the UK by TripAdvisor, and with a prestigious Forbes Five Star Rating, this exquisite hidden gem is a peaceful escape, overlooking the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace and just minutes from Victoria Station.

The mood is calm, the lights are warm and low, and as you are greeted in the polished lobby and welcomed with a glass of Champagne, you will be struck but the stylish black and white décor inspired by French cartoonist SEM, complemented with rich mahogany panelling, large white orchids, scented candles and polished marble and brass. The elegant theme is continued into each of the 30 individually styled luxury rooms and suites, where you will discover telephones with a button marked ‘whatever, whenever’. Nothing is too much trouble at 41, with a close team that delight in surprising and exceeding guests’ expectations wherever possible. Voted one of London’s most romantic hotels, celebrate special occasions in the Conservatory Master Suite and sleep under the night sky.

Enjoy an indulgent Afternoon Tea, or sip a glass of wine by the fireplace while you ‘plunder the pantry’ in the Executive Lounge, which is filled with delicious savory and sweet treats. Available until late at night it’s particularly appealing after returning late from the theatre. Then there’s the ‘help yourself’ ice cream fridge and honesty bar – it doesn’t get better than a stay at 41.