Claridge’s

In the heart of Mayfair, Claridge’s hotel is perfectly placed for the city, London’s shopping districts and leafy Hyde Park. With award-winning service and business facilities, Claridge’s luxury london hotel is a sumptuous retreat for the business traveller – or a luxurious indulgence if you want to spoil yourself.
Claridge’s is a key part of London’s history. Stars, socialites and the crowned heads of Europe have enjoyed this 5 star hotel for over 100 years.
Some of the world’s greatest designers have left their mark on Claridge’s. Original features mingle with distinctly modern twists, refining the effortless Art Deco elegance that makes London’s finest hotel so special.

The hotel has a long history. During the first half of the 19th century, William and Marianne Claridge ran a hotel at 51 Brook Street. The five next-door houses were the famous Mivart hotel. In 1854 the Claridges bought the Mivart buildings and its excellent reputation. The hotel became known as Claridge’s, late Mivart’s until Mivart’s death in 1856. Claridge’s soon built up a reputation in its own right. The ultimate seal of approval came in 1860 when Queen Victoria and Prince Albert arrived at the hotel. They were visiting the Empress Eugènie of France, who had made Claridge’s her winter quarters.
In 1893 Claridge’s was bought by Richard D’Oyly Carte, owner of the Savoy. He commissioned CW Stephens, designer of Harrods, to rebuild the hotel from the ground up. The new Claridge’s opened in November 1898. In the 1940s, during the War, many exiled royal families made their way to the familiar haven of Claridge’s. Guests included the Kings of Greece, Norway and Yugoslavia, and the Queen of the Netherlands. In 1947 a diplomat telephoned Claridge’s and asked to speak to the King. “Certainly sir,” came the polite response, “but which one?”

In later years, many Hollywood stars stayed here. Yul Brynner, Audrey Hepburn, Cary Grant and Bing Crosby have all strolled through the Claridge’s lobby – but Katherine Hepburn used the staff entrance. She was barred from the lobby because she insisted on wearing trousers, which contravened the strict dress code of the time.
In 1996 Claridge’s updated its Art Deco heritage with a modern twist. David Collins created the new Claridge’s Bar, and New York-based designer Thierry Despont revitalised the Foyer area with a modern Art Deco feel and a stunning Dale Chihuly chandelier. Entering the 21st century with its customary glamour, Claridge’s retains its title as London’s Art Deco jewel. Its designer rooms and suites are the biggest in London.

Rooms and Suites
Individually crafted by top designers, the suites blend the best modern comforts with stunning original pieces. From the luxurious Brooke and Davies Penthouses to the Deluxe Junior Suites, each Claridge’s suite offers space, style and glamour – with its own individual atmosphere. Music is the inspiration for the exquisite piano suites on the third floor, which create the warm atmosphere of a private Scottish home. Piano suite guests enjoy the splendid grand piano, French marble fireplace and original fine art, along with extra comfort and convenience: butler service, complimentary car transfer from Heathrow airport and a complimentary change of clothes pressed on arrival.

Gordon Ramsay's Restaurant
At Gordon Ramsay's, you can experience exquisite world-renowned cuisine.
Lavishly redesigned by New York architect Thierry Despont, Gordon Ramsay restaurant at Claridge's retains its beautiful Art Deco features. Gordon Ramsay presents enticing modern European dishes. Private dining can be accommodated in the Amaryllis Room (30 guests), the Salon (8-10 guests) or the Davies Room (8-12 guests). A selection of private dining menus, available upon request, can be served to the whole table.
Gordon Ramsay's is open every day for lunch and dinner. Dress code: smart, jacket preferred.

The Reading Room Restaurant
The Reading Room is London's top Art Deco restaurant, offering intimate, relaxed dining in the most sublime of atmospheres. It defines Claridge's as London’s luxury Art Deco jewel. The room has rich leather columns, lavish banquettes, elegant mirrors, suede walls and two cut-marble fireplaces.
Enjoy the contemporary menu in this magnificent Art Deco cocoon. Examples include Grilled mediterranean tiger prawns with sweet chilli, coriander mouli and carrot salad,
Roast breast of corn-fed chicken with artichoke, french beans, confit tomatoes, rosemary and sweet garlic jus, and Dark chocolate mousse with blackberries and red berries sorbet. The Reading Room restaurant is perfect for an intimate breakfast, lunch or dinner – and afternoon tea takes place every day. This is English tradition at its finest, luxurious, elegant, and perfect every day. Claridge's award-winning afternoon tea is a mouth-watering and utterly English meal of pastries and savouries, light, crusty scones and rich clotted cream. The menu presents a choice of 30 teas from all over the world, delicious array of finger sandwiches, a selection of sweet pastries, and freshly baked raisin and apple scones with tea-infused jam and Devonshire clotted cream.

Claridge's Bar
Claridge’s seriously stylish bar attracts many of London’s movers and shakers. The venue was designed by David Collins, and its original Art Deco features are beautifully complemented by a silver-leafed ceiling, green glass chandelier and red leather banquettes. Each shiny round table is decorated with a single dark red rose. Favourite drinks at Claridge’s Bar include champagne, cocktails from classic to contemporary, all impeccable, served cold and in crystal, and spirits, with a fine selection.
A wide selection of bar menu food includes sushi and sashimi, salmon, truffle risotto and even fish and chips. The daily changing Bento Box – four courses on one square plate – is a must.
Claridge's Bar is open every from noon to 1 a.m. (closing at midnight on Sunday).
Dress code: smart casual

The Fumoir
This unique venue serves Thirties-themed cocktails, in a small, intimate and discreet venue behind a door decorated with an original 1930s Lalique panel. It is steeped in history. The décor is a rich aubergine with leather seating and low crystal lighting and the walls are hung with vintage photographs.
Take a seat at the marble horseshoe bar and make your choice from a selection of unique cognacs, armagnacs, rums, tequilas and ports – or sip on a cocktail inspired by the era and served in a Lalique glass.
The Fumoir is open from 11.30 a.m. to 1 a.m., dress code: smart casual. Its capacity is for just 12 people!

Claridge's Mayfair Beauty and Fitness
For pure relaxation and re-energizing, don't miss a visit to the luxurious Claridge's Beauty and Fitness oasis on the 6th floor of the hotel. Light, spacious, welcoming, in Art Deco style with distinctive glass columns, chrome fittings and beautiful hardwoods, the health facility has stunning views across the city. It provides steam showers, three treatment rooms, a fully equipped gym with cardio vascular exercise machines, weights, juice bar, and a luxury aerobic work-out space. Beauty treatments include the La Prairie skincare range, in which massage is combined with shiatsu, reflexology and lymphatic drainage, to both pamper the guest and produce immediate, visible results. An example: Swiss Bliss, which aims to induce a state of total relaxation, by a combination of the Caviar Facial, full body exfoliation, and massage using Western and Moorish styles. The result is a state of caviar bliss. The new Beauty Treatment Menu presents individual regimes with a touch of nostalgia inspired by Hollywood's Golden Age. For example, guests looking for "alone-time" could opt for "The Greta Garbo", inspired by the actress famous for the line "I want to be alone." This restorative ritual includes a Swedish massage, a cellular La Prarie facial, and a light lunch for one. H.N. 7.6.10

"The Vivien Leigh" is an indulgent pampering regime which includes a ‘Miss Scarlett’ file & polish, eyebrow tidy, signature facial and posture improving massage, and, in a nod to Scarlett's place of birth, a pot of Darjeeling tea! There are also grooming rituals for men, such as "The Fred Astaire," with an hour’s personal training, followed by a facial and foot massage, file and tidy for hands, and a light lunch to finish. Romantic couples will love "The Bogey & Bacall," a dual treatment, with massage and facial for two followed by a glass of Laurent Perrier Rosé champagne to toast one another. Contact the Beauty and Fitness Oasis on +44 (0)20 7629 8860.
H.N 4.6.10

Meetings & Events
From board meetings to lavish balls, Claridge's offers an ideal setting for prestigious events
As a venue for events ranging from parties, to banquets, to conferences, to private dining in London, Claridge’s is unsurpassed in terms of elegance and prestige.
With its glamorous Art Deco heritage and timeless elegance, this London luxury hotel offers outstanding facilities for social occasions, and all the modern technological equipment to make business events an outstanding success. The hotel has a large selection of function rooms, including a versatile suite of meeting and private dining rooms on the sixth floor. The management can supply an extensive range of equipment, and the on-site technology manager and team are on hand to offer technical advice and support.