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The BerkeleyvsThe Zetter Townhouse Clerkenwell
The Berkeley and The Zetter Townhouse Clerkenwell are both praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Berkeley scores slightly higher than The Zetter Townhouse Clerkenwell. The Berkeley comes in at 86 with approval from 15 reviewers including BlackBook, Gayot and Fodor's.
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."
The Zetter Townhouse Clerkenwell
Insight Guides Gayot
Afar Magazine
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Jetsetter
Oyster
Time Out Show All Reviews
49-50 St John's Square, London, England
From $264/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
Insight Guides "A 13-bedroom Georgian townhouse hotel in Clerkenwell, with a cool cocktail lounge. Rooms range in size from “crash pad” to a large suite. Contemporary style and comfort."
Gayot "Long-awaited from the owners of The Zetter Hotel, this quirky old house in leafy Clerkenwell is just over the road from the mother ship and exceeds all expectations."
Afar Magazine "In many ways, the Zetter Townhouse is the quintessential British hotel: quiet and unobtrusive from the outside, playful and witty within." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A quirky 13-room bolt-hole comprising two Georgian town houses on a cobblestone square in Clerkenwell." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The 13 rooms are uniquely decorated in period style, but with witty touches such as headboards made from reclaimed fairground carousels." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Zetter Townhouse is a snug boutique hotel in Clerkenwell." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "A laid-back luxury hotel, with dramatic shabby-chic decor by designer Russell Sage and a cocktail bar with curious concoctions from Britain's past." Full review
Jetsetter "Quirky, Victorian-inspired boutique in Clerkenwell, home to one of London’s best cocktail lounges." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"This upscale property embraces a throwback Victoriana style with vintage furnishings, quaint works of art, and quirky curiosities at every turn." Full review
Time Out "Upstairs, rooms are the definition of cosy, with extra blankets and hot water bottles in knitted covers on the Egyptian cotton sheets of four-poster beds." Full review
