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The Stafford LondonvsClaridge's
Both hotels are praised by professional travelers. Overall, The Stafford London scores marginally higher than Claridge's. The Stafford London is ranked #7 in London with endorsements from 15 reviewers such as Frommer's, Condé Nast Traveler and Forbes Travel Guide.
The Stafford London
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16-18 St. James's Place, London SW1A 1NJ
From $284/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Rough Guide "Provides high-class boutique style in the main building, and even more indulgence in the Carriage House, a row of beautifully converted eighteenth-century stables."
Michelin Guide "The bedrooms of this 'country house in the city' are divided between the main house, converted 18C stables and more modern mews."
Fodor's "This is a rare find: a posh hotel that's equal parts elegance and friendliness, and it's in one of the few peaceful spots in the area, down a small lane behind Piccadilly." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This long-established town house hotel near Green Park has won a slew of awards and spends more than £1 million a year keeping up its refined period-style interior."
Gayot "Having undergone a £6 million renovation, this hotel's first-floor reception, lounges, guest rooms and restaurant emerged looking sleeker and sexier than ever."
BlackBook "The Stafford Hotel epitomizes all that is Mayfair. Ornamented with finery, class and sumptuous elegance, and only a short walk away from Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly and Soho."
Zagat "This sophisticated St. James’s luxury hotel offers traditionally decorated rooms and suites in the main house."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"The Stafford London is rich with history and exudes some of the most quintessential English charm you’ll find in all of London." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The 105-room Stafford London is a polished, five-pearl boutique hotel set in one of central London's swankiest neighborhoods." Full review
Jetsetter "Circa 1912 Edwardian hotel in central Mayfair with English period furnishings and a storied bar." Full review
Claridge's Michelin Guide
Concierge Fodor's
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Star Service Gayot
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Brook Street, London W1K 4HR
From $472/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide "One of London's finest hotels."
Concierge "Hip as it may be... Claridge's remains one of this city's exemplary grand hotels."
Fodor's "The well-heeled have been meeting—and eating—at Claridge's for generations, and the tradition continues at... this super-glamorous London institution." Full review
Time Out "Claridge’s is sheer class and pure atmosphere, with its signature art deco redesign still simply dazzling." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Favored by the European aristocracy in the 19th century... Mayfair’s Art Deco jewel attracts showbusiness, glitterati, and corporate guests."
Star Service "In the exclusive Mayfair district, two blocks south of Oxford Street, Claridge's is among the most impressive of London's traditional deluxe hotels and a tribute to art-deco design." Full review
Gayot "Since 1853, Claridge's has served as the hallmark of hotel excellence."
Travel + Leisure "A classic that’s as popular now as it was in the 20’s, this spot in chichi Mayfair is the epitome of elegance." Full review
BlackBook "Expect a lot from hotel of this standing, where Coco Chanel chic merges with attentive, impeccable service."
Zagat "This Mayfair grande dame has been hosting royalty, celebrities and other luxury lovers since the 19th century."
