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Apex City of London HotelvsThe Berkeley
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, The Berkeley scores slightly better than Apex City of London Hotel. The Berkeley comes in at 86 with praise from 15 publications like Zagat, Star Service and Michelin Guide.
Apex City of London Hotel
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Zagat
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Frommer's
1 Seething Lane, London EC3N 4AX
From $161/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Rough Guide "A swish hotel on a secluded City street near the Tower of London... service is superb."
Lonely Planet "Business-focussed but close enough to the Tower to hear the heads roll, the Apex offers particularly enticing weekend rates, a gym, huge TVs, free wi-fi and a rubber ducky in every room." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Apex City of London Hotel is a contemporary, mid-size chain property located in London's financial district." Full review
Star Service "This sleek modern and very affordable hotel may be situated within the financial district of the city, but it has some appeal to tourists as well." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located near Tower Bridge, the business district, and within walking distance of two underground stations—Tower Hill and Aldgate—the Apex caters to business and leisure travelers." Full review
Zagat "Sleek, minimalist design distinguishes this City business hotel, where striking black-and-white photos of local landmarks add visual interest throughout."
Fodor's "At this sleek, modern branch of the small Apex chain near the Tower of London, bedrooms are reasonably spacious, with contemporary color schemes, 40-inch flat screen TVs, and little sofas." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"A bright City of London hotel, a short walk from Tower Bridge and the Tower of London." Full review
Frommer's "An excellent contemporary boutique brand from Scotland that appeals to high standards for space and style, Apex is a friendly and peaceful urban retreat that actually looks like its website’s pictures" Full review
The Berkeley
Michelin Guide Frommer's
Concierge Fodor's
DK Eyewitness Star Service
Gayot Travel + Leisure
BlackBook Zagat Show All Reviews
Wilton Place, Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7RL
From $398/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide "Discreet and rejuvenated hotel with rooftop pool and opulently decorated bedrooms."
Frommer's "The Berkeley's winning formula remains intact -- a classic Art Deco grand hotel but with the kind of understated, helpful service that sets it apart from stuffier neighbors." Full review
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Request one of the refurbished rooms; some of the older units are looking a little tired.
Concierge "The Berkeley's Knightsbridge location... has firmly established it as one of the most fashionable hotel addresses in London."
Fodor's "Convenient for Knightsbridge shopping, the very elegant Berkeley is known for its renowned restaurants and luxuries that culminate—literally—in a splendid penthouse swimming pool." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Not the best-known of London’s luxury hotels, rebuilt in the 1970s, but the Berkeley offers an exceptional range of opulent services."
Star Service "Apart from its sophisticated decor and superlative service, the hotel also offers a few notable highlights, including two excellent restaurants and smart guest room decor." Full review
Gayot "Since it opened in 1972, The Berkeley has been in the vanguard of London's top hotels. Built of sandstone, it has mellowed well and has a timeless elegance."
Travel + Leisure "Discreet yet stylish, this hotel is the centerpiece of so many must-dos it’s easy to forget about the elegant rooms." Full review
BlackBook "One of London's fanciest hotels, the Berkeley draws celebs, business-folk, and the merely rich in equal numbers."
Zagat "Chic design mixed with art deco details and classic touches distinguishes this Knightsbridge luxury hotel."
