The Bar/Lounge at Corinthia London

"Fresh from a major restoration and refurbishment, this Belle Epoque property—in an imposing building near London's Thames Embankment that was once home to the Ministry of Defence—houses 294 rooms, some on two levels in rooftop turrets featuring bespoke artwork and fresh flowers, and a David Collins-designed bar and restaurant where Michelin-star chef Gary Holliheed champions classic British dishes"

"The 294-room hotel is an ode to grand living: it’s filled with extravagant gestures, such as seven two-story penthouse suites (the Royal Penthouse has a walk-in wine cellar, roof terrace, internal elevator, and separate dining area), and megawatt designer David Collins is behind the gilded accents at Bassoon bar and the vast seafood-focused Massimo Restaurant and Oyster Bar"

"Contemporary opulence meets Victorian grandeur at this circa-1885 luxury property in Westminster that's been given a sleek contemporary makeover: the lobby lounge features a dramatic Baccarat chandelier, while the large guest quarters have marble bathrooms with heated floors, rainfall showers and separate tubs with built-in TVs"

"Indulging in the Four-Star hotel’s room service is definitely worthwhile, but if you’re looking to get out and about, be sure to visit the hotel’s ground floor Bassoon Bar"

"The hotel boasts a superb spa, a speakeasy-inspired bar, and great Italian food at their Massimo Restaurant"

"There's an eye-popping Moderne lobby; the Northall restaurant is a treasury of soaring columns, Edwardian woodwork, and futuristic chandeliers; the Massimo restaurant—a ravishing David Collins masterpiece—has candy-striped columns that reference medieval Siena; and the elegant Lobby Lounge wow with its stunning Baccarat chandelier"

"The newest addition, the alfresco Garden Lounge offers all-day dining options, alongside a comprehensive cigar and spirits menu for late night entertaining"

"In fact, following an antioxidant- and superfoods-packed Defender smoothie in the pearlescent lounge, we looked like we’d had a properly relaxing holiday rather than a work-inspired trip during party season"