The Connaught

The Connaught stands on Carlos Place, just off Mount Street in Mayfair, a short walk from Bond Street's shops and Hyde Park. It opened in 1815 as the Prince of Saxe-Coburg Hotel, known as The Coburg, and was renamed during the First World War in honour of the Duke of Connaught. You'll recognise the curved red-brick façade with cream stone trim; inside are a historic staircase and dark wood panelling.

Rooms and suites are styled for residential comfort, with original artwork and plenty of natural light; The Apartment is a two-bedroom suite designed for entertaining.

Dining is a large part of the draw. Hélène Darroze at The Connaught holds three Michelin stars, Jean-Georges at The Connaught serves relaxed food from breakfast to supper and also hosts afternoon tea, and The Connaught Grill cooks British cuts over open flame. The Connaught Bar is known for its Martini trolley, while the Coburg Bar and the Red Room wine bar are quieter. There is also a pâtisserie by Nicolas Rouzaud and a cigar shop.

The Aman Spa has an indoor pool, an aromatic steam room, five treatment rooms and a private gym. The nearest Underground station is Bond Street (Central and Jubilee lines), about five minutes on foot, with Green Park ten minutes away. London Heathrow (LHR) is about 45 minutes by car.