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The Soho HotelvsThe Berkeley
Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, The Soho Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to The Berkeley. The Soho Hotel is ranked #17 in London with endorsements from 16 sources such as DK Eyewitness, Rough Guide and Travel + Leisure.
The Soho Hotel
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
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Concierge
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4 Richmond Mews, London W1D 3DH
From $401/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide "The eclectic decor is bold and witty, from the Oriental lobby to the camp fuchsia boudoirs, while facilities are, as you’d expect, top-notch."
Michelin Guide "Stylish and fashionable... with hi-tech extras."
Frommer's "Entering the Soho Hotel always gets our hearts racing... Tatler called it "the most glamorous hotel in the world"." Full review
Concierge "Of their flawless six-pack of welcoming, contemporary hotels, the Soho may be even more glamorous than their best-known Covent Garden Hotel."
Fodor's "At this redbrick, loftlike getaway, public rooms are boldly designed with bright colors and big artworks, while the large bedrooms are calmer." Full review
Lonely Planet "One of London’s hippest hotels, the Soho has all the hallmarks of the eclectically chic duo Tim and Kit Kemp writ large over 91 individually designed guestrooms." Full review
Time Out "You’d hardly know you were in the heart of Soho once you’re inside Firmdale’s edgiest hotel: the place is wonderfully quiet." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Firmdale Hotels’ venture combines the light and space of a warehouse-style building with its signature modern English style."
Star Service "On a quiet, unassuming mews in the heart of Soho, four blocks south of Oxford Street, half a kilometer southwest of the Tottenham Court tube station, this is one of the most chic luxury hotels." Full review
Gayot "This has been called the most glamorous hotel in the world --- a title that proves rather hard to dispute."
The Berkeley Michelin Guide Frommer's Concierge Fodor's DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot
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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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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."
