Thursday, October 29, 2009

Greenwich London Hotels

Greenwich London Hotels

The Borough of Greenwich is located in the London’s South East region. Greenwich is one of the most vivacious boroughs in United Kingdom. It is also one of the host boroughs for the London Olympics 2012. Several events in the Olympics are scheduled to be held at the Greenwich Park, Royal Artillery Barracks, O2 and various other areas in Greenwich. Sited along the banks of the Thames River, the Borough of Greenwich is one of the most beautiful sights in the city. Greenwich is surrounded by the Borough of Bexley, Bromley, Lewisham, Newham and Tower Hamlets.

Greenwich is also the venue for the popular Beer and Jazz Festival. The festival will take place from 8th of July to 12th of July at the Old Royal Naval College. The cost of the ticket of the festival is from 7 pounds to 12.0 pounds and it can be booked easily. The venue is easily accessible through the Greenwich North tube station and several other public transports. This summer Beer and Jazz festival 2009 is amongst the most awaited events in London. The festival will offer a wide range of ciders, real ales, summer brews and a wide variety of cocktails. The highlights of the festival will be the performances of some of the finest artists such as James Taylor Quartet, Courtney Pine, Jandira Silva and many more. The food garden at the festival will be the soul of the festival. People from several parts of the world will come to the city to savor the delights of this beer and jazz festival. Thus several Greenwich London hotels are also well prepared to welcome the tourists. These luxury hotels in London will not only offer excellent accommodation but will also provide several world class business facilities. So, here is the list of hotels sited close to the venue of Beer and Jazz festival 2009. You can choose the hotel of your choice as per your requirements and budget.

Greenwich London Hotels - Grange Rochester Hotel

Grange Rochester Hotel

It is one of the most excellent hotels in the region of Victoria, London. This opulent hotel belongs to the most prominent group of independent hotels in London – Grange. Te hotel offers 80 beautifully designed rooms with several room facilities such as in room safe, LCD television, mini bar and much more. The hotel also offers a luxury restaurant, lounge and bar. It is within the walking distance from several popular London places such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, London Eye and many more. The venue of the Beer and Jazz festival 2009 – Old Royal Naval College is also within the easy reach from the hotel.

· The Greenwich Express by Holiday Inn:

This luxury 5 star hotel is located at one of the most sought after sights in the region of Greenwich. It is located close to several popular venues in the city such as the O2 Arena well known as the Millennium Dome, Old Royal Naval College and many more. The hotel offers several contemporary accommodation facilities are available in the hotel. All the rooms in the hotel are well appointed and the services such as air conditioning and wireless internet are also available in the hotel. Well equipped meeting rooms and parking facility are also available in the hotel.

Greenwich London Hotels1

· Devonport House

Located at the King William Walk, Greenwich, Devonport is a grand Victorian hotel. It offers several classy rooms with a wide range of comfortable accommodations services. The furnishings and the opulent interiors of the bathrooms are also one of the attractions for the guests. The hotel hosts a large stylish lounge and a lavish dining room. The hotel is sited close to several popular shopping districts in the city.

· Novotel London Greenwich

This 4 star London hotel is amongst the most comfortable accommodations in the region of Greenwich. The hotel is tastefully designed with beautiful furnishings and interiors. It is extremely stylish and also offers several luxurious facilities that the guest would need. The hotel can suit the requirements of all the guests whether on leisure or on business trips. You can also savor the delights of a quiet drink or a delicious meal at the hotels onsite restaurant and bar.

The St Alfege Church, St Nicholas’ Church, The Chapel of the St Peter and St Paul are some of the other major tourist attractions in the region of Greenwich.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Charisma of Covent Garden

Charisma of Covent Garden 1

Covent Garden is one of the most vivacious and exciting district of London. Although it has a wide variety of entertainment such as theatre, cinema, and museums to offer but, it is mostly known for its absolutely spectacular and stunning shopping street. People often spend their evenings at Covent Garden and also enjoy the street performances held here. In fact Covent Garden is the only place in London where street performances are licensed by the authorities. Covent Garden is also one of the most popular tourist destinations in London as several well known attractions such as St Paul’s Cathedral etc are also located in this district.

Public Transport in Covent Garden

Covent Garden tube station is one of the busiest and the most convenient way to reach this part of the city. Charing Cross, Holborn and Leicester London underground are also within the close proximity of Covent Garden.

Hotels in Covent Garden

Charisma of Covent Garden

· Grange Holborn

5 star hotel in London with 201 luxury rooms and several 5 star facilities and hotel services. Also offers on site restaurant, bar, fitness centre, swimming pool, spa and tennis court.

· Radisson Edwardian Mountbatten Hotel

Sited just a stones throw away from the Covent Garden tube station. It hosts 151 well appointed rooms with facilities such as on site restaurant and a well equipped fitness centre.

· Grange White Hall

Grange White Hall is a popular 4 star hotel with 56 spacious rooms. It has an easy access to various well known attractions.

· The Lancaster

Located within the close proximity of Covent Garden The Lancaster, hotel offers 9 en-suite rooms and 27 semi en-suite rooms with excellent business facilities.

Restaurants in Covent Garden

· Bertorelli, Covent Garden

· CafĂ© des Amis – Covent Garden

· Covent Garden Grill

· Maxwell’s Covent Garden

· Moti Mahal

Pubs and Night Clubs in Covent Garden

· Bar 38

· Los Locos Night Club

· Lowlander

· The Globe

· Poetry Society – Private Club

Tourist Attractions in Covent Garden

· London Transport Museum

· Royal Opera House

· Somerset House

· St Paul’s Cathedral

· Aldwych Theatre

Shopping in Covent Garden

Covent Garden Market itself is amongst the best markets in London. It offers a wide range of products and services from antique to latest in fashion. Some of the most popular shops in Covent Garden are as follows:

· Rokit

· Covent Garden Antique Market in Southampton Street

· The Bead Shop

· J Simons

· Carhatt

· Mango

And the list can go on and on……………………………………………..

Whats On at Covent Garden

· Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol – A Musical Adaptation

It will be held at the renowned Arts Theatre, 6-7 Great Newport Street, London, WC2H 7JB from 11th November 2009 –10th January 2010.

· Jazzblow @ Africa Centre

At 38 King Street, Covent Garden, London on 12th November 2009.

· Just the Tonic Comedy Nights

This event will be held in the month of November, December and January at Leicester Square Theatre, 6 Leicester Place, WC2H 7BX.

· Kitsch Cabaret every Saturday

It will be held at Madame Jojo’s, 8-10 Brewer Street, London W1F 0SE. Telephone – 02077343040.

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Holiday In Paddington London

Paddington is amongst the most central locations in London’s Westminster. Thus, it is one of the most suitable locations to stay at especially for the tourists. The region offers a wide range of hotels, restaurants, pubs, night clubs and shopping streets.

Know more about the area in the following paragraphs:

Paddington tube station

Address – Zone 1, Bakerloo Line, District – Hammersmith

Praed Street, London W2 1RH

Tube

Hotels near Paddington

· Royal Eagle Hotel

Sited on the Craven Road, Westminster, the Royal Eagle Hotel is a well known 3 star hotel in London. It offers all the essential facilities that a guest would expect with extremely welcoming atmosphere. The staff at the hotel is so cooperative that even a stranger would feel at home. This Victorian accommodation hosts 116 rooms with a wide range of luxury room facilities.

· Norfolk Plaza Hotel

Norfolk is a popular region in the London’s Westminster Borough and Norfolk Plaza Hotel is amongst the best hotels in this region. This 3 star hotel offers an easy access to various well known London places and Paddington tube station. The hotel hosts 85 well appointed rooms with the services on an onsite restaurant.

· Grange Langham Court Hotel

Grange Langham Court Hotel is located right on the famous Langham Street and is within the easy reach from the Paddington tube station. It provides a luxurious and peaceful accommodation in the central London. The hotel offers 60 en suite rooms with a wide range of facilities.

· Hotel Indigo London Paddington

This is one of the most renowned 4 star hotel sited just a stones throw away from the Paddington tube station. The hotel has an easy access to several well known London attractions and famous shopping districts. London Heathrow Airport is just 15 minutes away from the hotel. It offers 64 comfortable rooms with various opulent facilities such as restaurant, fitness centre, library etc.

· Quality Crown Hotel Paddington

Quality Crown Hotel Paddington is the most luxurious 4 star hotel in the region of London’s Westminster. It is a spectacular contemporary hotel with wonderful interiors and mesmerizing ambience. It offers 83 beautifully designed rooms with excellent furnishing. The hotel also offers a well equipped Fitness Centre with experienced trainers. At Quality Crown Hotel, you can also savor a delicious meal at the hotel’s onsite restaurant.

Restaurants in Paddington

· Concordia Restaurant

· I-Thai at The Hempel

· Jamuna

· Levantine

· Mr. Frascati

Pubs in Paddington

· Sawyers Arms

· Sussex Arms

· The Archery Tavern

· The Pride of Paddington

· Babylon

Attractions near Paddington

· Subway Gallery

· Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground

· Serpentine Boating Lake

· Speakers’ Corner

· Madame Tussauds Wax Museum

Shopping near Paddington

· Samantha Shaw

· Monsoon

· T M Lewin Express

· Treasures At Paddington Jewellers

· Paddington Bear Retail

Events near Paddington

· Autogenic Training for Relaxation group course on 7th and 14th November at Kingyo Therapy Suites, 37 Spring St London, W2 1 JA.

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Vivacious Victoria Vessel London

Victoria is a bit informal but, extremely popular region in London’s City of Westminster. The place is usually crowed as several famous London places and tourist attractions are sited around the region of Victoria.


Tube station in Victoria
Victoria London Underground
Address Victoria Arcade, City of Westminster
London SW1E 5ND
The Victoria London Underground falls on the travel card zone 1, Circle, District Victoria. It is a small however, still an eventful station as it gives access to various busy areas of London such as Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Gatwick Airport is also easily accessible through this line.

Victoria Station


Hotels in Victoria

  • Park Plaza Victoria London
    Sited just a stones throw away from the Victoria station, the Park Plaza Victoria hotel is a stylish 4star London accommodation. It hosts 299 stylish air conditioned rooms. The hotel has an easy access to various London attractions such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Well equipped sauna, spa, wellness centre and fitness centre are also available in the hotel.
  • The Goring
    Sited next to the royal Buckingham Palace, The Goring is a 5 star hotel in the region of London’s Westminster. At The Goring you can expect an elegant accommodation with modern hotel facilities at an extremely nominal price. The Victoria tube station is easily accessible from the hotel. With 71 well appointed rooms, the hotel also offers a wonderful business centre.
  • Days Inn Westminster
    Days Inn Westminster is a renowned 3 star hotel in London. It has beautiful interiors, stylish furnishings and tremendous hotel facilities. The hotel staff is also extremely cooperative and offers 24 hour room services. With 82 spacious rooms, the hotel also provides an onsite restaurant, bar and banqueting facilities.
  • Hesperia Hotel Victoria
    Hesperia Hotel is a 4 star London hotel in the region of Victoria in London. It is amongst the most contemporary and stylish hotels in this region. The hotel offers 212 well furnished bedrooms with fabulous services by the trained staff.
  • Grange Rochester
    Located in the beautiful area of Vincent Square, the Grange Rochester is a popular 4 star London hotel. This sophisticated accommodation offers 76 well organized and beautifully furnished rooms with a wide variety of luxury facilities. It also hosts a classic French onsite restaurant called The Pavillion Restaurant and a traditional bar.

Grange Rochester

Attractions in Victoria 

  • Buckingham Palace
  • Apollo Victoria Theatre
  • Queens Gallery
  • Victoria Palace Theatre
  • Westminster Abbey

Restaurants in Victoria

  • Kazan
  • JB’s Restaurant
  • Kym’s
  • Mango Tree
  • Pizza Hut

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Pubs and Night Clubs in Victoria

  • Balls Brothers
  • The Clarendon
  • Harvard Bar Club
  • Kings Arms
  • Duke of York

Shopping Around Victoria

  • Gift Flair
  • Red Carnation
  • Goldsmiths
  • Victoria Village Shopping Centre
  • Topshop at Cardinal Place

Victoria Village Shopping Centre

Royal Parks near Victoria

  • Green Park
  • Kensington Gardens
  • St James’s Park
  • Hyde Park
  • Regent’s Street

St James’s Park


Thus, we can say that Victoria in London is without a doubt one of the ideal places to stay in London.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Within the Region of Blackfriars London

Blackfriars is a centrally located region in London. This well known area offers a wide range of hotels, restaurants, bars and night clubs. The popular London attraction – St Paul’s Cathedral is also located close to the Blackfriars. In the following paragraphs, we’ll get to know what all is sited within this popular area:


Blackfriars London Underground
Address – Blackfriars tube station
Queen Victoria Street
London EC4V 4DY
Blackfriars London Underground is amongst the busiest tube station in the city and it falls in the Travel card Zone 1.

Blackfriars London Underground


Hotels in Blackfriars London

  • Grange St Paul’s Hotel
    Grange St Paul’s is a newly opened 5 star hotel in London. It is amongst the best hotels in the city as it offers world class facilities and fine services to all its guests. The hotel offers more than 400 en suite rooms to all its guests. You can also avail the fully equipped conference rooms for your business requirements.
  • The Mad Hatter
    The Mad Hatter is a 3 star London hotel sited just a stones throw away from the South Bank of London. It has an easy access to several well known London attractions such as London Eye and Tate Modern Galley. The hotel offers 30 well equipped rooms with several luxury room facilities such as tea/coffee machine, television, hairdryer etc.
  • Grange City
    Grange City is another 5 star hotel of the Grange Group of Hotels in London. This spectacular inn is located within the walking distance from the Tower of London and several other famous London attractions.
  • Swissotel The Howard London
    Swissotel is a well known 5 star luxury accommodation sited close to the River Thames. The hotel is within the easy reach from the Blackfriars tube station.
  • Club Quarters St Paul’s
    Located just next to the popular St Paul’s Cathedral, Club Quarters is a pleasant 4 star accommodation in London. It offers several spacious rooms with fabulous interiors and mesmerizing room services.

Grange St Paul’s Hotel


Restaurants in Blackfriars

  • Benugo Deli
  • Just the Bridge
  • Percanto
  • Shadans Bar Lounge Restaurant
  • The Big Freeze


Pubs and Night Clubs in Blackfriars

  • O’Neill’s Irish Bar
  • Ryans Bar
  • The Centre Page
  • The Blackfriar
  • The Cockpit

The Blackfriar


Blackfriars Attractions

  • St Paul Cathedral
  • Blackfriars Bridge
  • Tate Modern
  • Shakespeare Globe
  • The Millennium Bridge


Shopping in Blackfriars

  • Barge House Street
  • Tudor Street
  • Queen Victoria Street
  • Hopton Street
  • Bankside


What’s On at Blackfriars??????

  • The Sea
    Date – 17th – 21st November 2009
    Venue – Bridewell Theatre, Bride Lane, London EC4Y 8EQ
  • Radio Lollipop Halloween Black Tie Ball
    Date – 30th October 2009
    Venue – Grange St Paul’s Hotel, 10 Godliman Street, London EC4V 5AJ
  • The Funny Side…Of the City
    Date – 29th October 2009
    Venue – Downstairs @the Spectator’, 6 Little Britain, London EC1A 7BX
  • Secret City of London Treasure Hunt – Ideal for Halloween
    Date – 17th October 2009 – 16th October 2010
    Venue – St Paul’s tube station
  • Dianetics and Scientology Exhibition
    Date – 1st January 2009 – 31st December 2013
    Venue – 146 Queen Victoria Street, London EC4V 4BY 

St Paul's Cathedral in London

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

In the vicinity of St Paul’s Cathedral London

Address
St Paul’s Cathedral
London
EC4M 8AD
Built in the year 1675 – 1710, St Paul’s Cathedral is one of the major attractions in London.  The glory of St Paul’s Cathedral lies in this outstanding dome which is 360 feet tall. This intricate dome is amongst the highest domes in the entire world. The dome has eight arches which beautifully spreads the weight of the entire dome into eight supporting diers. St Paul’s is without a doubt one of the most stunning attraction in the capital and is truly a masterpiece.

London Churches


St Paul’s in fact celebrates the festival of Christmas in an amazing way. Like every other year this year also a wide variety of events, services and concerts will be held in this festive season. At St Paul’s the Christmas Festive season begins around 29th November 2009.
You can also listen to the melodious carols that the choir at St Paul’s sings. You can also savor a special lunch at the St Paul’s Cathedral’s Restaurant with your friends, colleagues and family. A wide range of packages starting from just 20 pounds are available in this restaurant. 


Hotels near St Paul’s Cathedral

  • Grange St Paul’s Hotel
    10 Godliman Street
    London EC4V 5AJ
    Telephone - +44 (0)207074 1000
    Grange St Paul’s is a spectacular 5 star hotel in London with traditional flair and modern style. The hotel offers a wide variety of luxury facilities and beautiful ambience.

The Grange St Paul's

  • Club Quarters St Paul’s
    24 Ludgate Hill, City of London
    EC4M 7 DR London
    This is a small private hotel and is the closest hotel near St Paul Cathedral. It suits the needs and pockets of all whether on business or on leisure trips.
  • Crowne Plaza London The City
    19 New Bridge Street
    London EC4V 6DB
    It is 5 star luxury hotel of Crown Plaza Chain and is located in the region of London City. The hotel offers a wide range of opulent facilities which includes a well equipped gymnasium.
  • Marlin Apartment Queen Street
    30 Queen Street, City of London
    EC4R 1BR London
    Sited within the distance of 1 mile from the famous St Paul Cathedral, Marlin Apartment Queen Street is one of the most magnificent apartments in the city. It is surrounded by several popular shopping districts.
  • Threadneedles, The City’s Boutique Hotel
    5 Threadneedle Street
    City of London
    EC2R 8AY London
    This stunning 5 star hotel is located in the centre of London’s financial district. The hotel offers spacious rooms with spectacular furnishings and exceptional interiors.

Threadneedles-hotel

Pubs and Nightclub near St Paul’s Cathedral

  • Lord Raglan
  • Nylon
  • The Cockpit
  • The Prodigal
  • The Cape Bar

Restaurants near St Paul’s Cathedral

  • Bow Wine Vault
  • Just the Bridge
  • Magpie & Stump
  • Paternoster Chop House
  • Shakespeare’s Globe Restaurant

 

Attractions near St Paul’s Cathedral

  • Shakespeare’s Globe
  • The Millennium Bridge
  • Central Criminal Court
  • The Barbican Theatre and Art Gallery

Shakespeare’s Globe


What’s On near St Paul Cathedral

  • Breast Cancer Care Carols at St Paul’s Cathedral on 9th December 2009
  • Parade at Bridewell Theatre, Bride Lane on 25th November 2009
  • London City Singers Chorus at St Paul’s Area from 22nd September 2009 – 1st January 2010.
  • Radio Lollipop Halloween Black Tie Ball a Grange St Paul’s Hotel on 30th October 15, 2009
  • The Funny Side Of The City at 6 Little Britain’s The Spectators on 29th October

So next time you are in London, don’t miss this beautiful London attraction and savor the delights in the vicinity of St Paul’s Cathedral.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

All Around Kensington Olympia London Underground

Address – Kensington Olympia London Underground
Olympia Way
London
W14 ONE


Kensington Olympia is amongst the most active underground station in the region of West London. This station is sited on the line between the Willesden and Clapham Junction. Several trains arrive at this station from further afield which use the Central London bypass line.


Attractions near Kensington Olympia London Underground

  • Holland Recreational Park
  • Olympia Venue
  • Kensington Palace State Apartments
  • Royal College of Art
  • Diana, Princess of Whales Memorial Playground


Restaurants around Kensington Olympia London Underground

  • Cibo
  • The Wine Nose
  • Timo Restaurant
  • Babylon at the Roof Gardens
  • Wagamama
  • Buttercup Cake Shop
  • Patisserie Valerie
  • Wodka
  • Cheneston’s
  • Whit’s 

Pubs and Nightclubs around Kensington tube station

  • Live and Let Live
  • Radnor Arms
  • The Beaconsfield
  • The Crown and Sceptre
  • Notting Hill Arts Club
  • Coco SW5

Business Venue Hire around Kensington Tube station

  • Amika
  • Maria Assumpta Centre Conference and Rehearsal Rooms
  • Goodwille Serviced Offices and Meeting Facilities
  • Kensington Central Library
  • Kensington Conference and Events Centre
  • Kensington Roof Garden


Shopping around Kensington tube station

  • Whole Foods Market
  • MAC Cosmetics
  • Ottolenghi
  • Pierre Marcholini
  • Non Stop Party Shop
  • Little Stinkies


Events around Kensington London Underground

  • Halloween Scream V 5th Anniversary Party at Notting Hill Arts Club on 31st October 2009.
  • Not The Messiah (He is a very Naughty Boy) at Royal Albert Hall on 23rd October.
  • Exhibitions at Darwin Centre until 15th September 2010.
  • Wallace and Gromit Present A World of Cracking Ideas at Science Museum until 1st November 2009.


Hotels near Kensington London Underground

  • Grange Strathmore Hotel
    41 Queen’s Gate Gardens
    London SW7 5NB
    This spectacular 4 star London hotel is sited just a stones throw away from the Kensington London Underground. The hotel belongs to the renowned Grange Group of Hotels. This beautiful town house offers an exceptional blend of modern luxury and Victorian magnificence. The hotel offers 77 well appointed rooms with a wide range of luxury facilities. The hotel also hosts a popular restaurant which offers a variety of delicious cuisines. You can also avail several business facilities at this excellent accommodation.
  • K West Hotel and Spa
    Richmond Way, Shepherds Bush,
    Hammersmith and Fulham
    London 
    This luxurious 4 star hotel is sited in the fashionable district of Kensington and Chelsea. The hotel hosts 220 beautifully designed rooms with mesmerizing interiors and commendable furnishing. Besides an excellent accommodation the hotel also offers a beautiful day spa. You can also savor a scrumptious meal at the hotel’s onsite restaurant.
  • Express By Holiday Inn Earls Court
    295 North End Road,
    Hammersmith and Fulham
    London W14 9NS
    This 3 star hotel is sited at an ideal location in Hammersmith and Fulham. The hotel has an easy access to the Kensington tube station and several other popular attractions such as Buckingham Palace and Victoria and Albert Museum. This renowned hotel offers 100 luxury rooms with a wide range of room facilities.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Christmas in London Hotels

London is well known for its glittering and dazzling Christmas celebrations and thus every year from several parts of Europe come down to this capital city and enjoy the Christmas festivities. All the popular streets, shops, attractions, exclusive Christmas party venues are beautifully decorated during this season. An old tradition of switching on the Christmas lights is also celebrated in London’s West End and City of London. All the major regions of the capital such as Oxford Circus, Trafalgar Square, Holborn, Russell Square and St Paul’s Cathedral are also lighted beautifully with lights and several fire works are also organized in the these regions. 

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Besides the grand historic Christmas Party venues several other London attractions, streets, restaurants and London hotels also organize Christmas parties and events. You can also organize a Christmas party for your friends and family at the luxury private clubs located in the entire city. London hotels are also a great venue to organize a sensational Christmas party.


Some of the best hotels in London are listed below, so you can choose any of them to arrange this year’s Christmas party:

  • Grange City Hotel Christmas Party
    8-14 Cooper’s Row
    London – EC3N 2BQ
    Nearest tube station – Tower Hill
    Grange City is offering a spectacular venue in this festive season at an exceptionally economical price. The best part about this luxury London hotel is that here you can celebrate Christmas in a complete traditional style of Dickens. The hotel also offers a wide range of delightful menu, attentive service perfectly managed by professional and a prime central location in this vibrant capital city.   You can also arrange a theme party for a traditional yet stylish experience. The special Christmas party packages offered in this 5 star hotel starts from 57 pounds and go up till 155 pounds.

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  • Ambassadors Bloomsbury Hotel Christmas Party
    12 Upper Woburn Place
    London WC1H 0HX
    Telephone – 0870 608 2777
    Nearest tube station – Kings Cross St Pancras and Russell Square tube station
    This popular London hotel offers a capacity of 250 people at its dazzling party venue. This stylish yet so traditional hotel is sited in the fabulous location of Bloomsbury which makes it a perfect location to host events like Christmas party. It offers an extremely inventive and beautiful Christmas party venue with a welcoming attitude. A special Christmas quiz is also arranged in the hotel to break the ice. A dedicated planner for your party is also assigned who can help you to figure out the party details. Several party packages are also available for this festive season.
  • Grange St Paul’s Hotel Christmas Party
    10 Godliman Street
    London EC4V 5AJ
    Telephone – 0870 608 2777
    Nearest tube station – St Paul’s and Mansion House tube station
    Offering a spacious venue for Christmas party, the Grange St Paul’s has become extremely popular in the city. It also offers a wide range of packages which can easily suit your budgets. You can also relish a magnificent dining experience at this hotel during the entire festive season and avail some special offers. Christmas party at this imperative 5 star hotel can cost a minimum of 67 pounds.

Grange St Pauls

Besides the above mentioned venues several other hotels are offering shared Christmas party and theme party at exclusive packages. So you have a long list to choose the most suitable venue for your Christmas Party.

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

In and Around Holborn London Underground

Address – Holborn Station
88-94, Kingsway
London
WC2B 6AA

covent garden
Holborn London Underground is one of the busiest tube stations in London. Located on the Central line of Piccadilly it is covered under the travel card zone 1. The station is sited between the Russell Square and Covent Garden on the Piccadilly line.


Attractions near Holborn London Underground

  • Sir John Saone’s Museum
  • Covent Garden
  • British Museum
  • London School of Economics

Covent Garden

Restaurants around Holborn London Underground

  • Asia de Cuba
  • Axis Restaurant and Bar
  • Bank Aldwych
  • Bhatti
  • Creation Restaurant and Bar
  • Guanabara
  • Harlequin Restaurant
  • Hason Raja
  • Italian Kitchen
  • Matsuri High Holborn

Asia de Cuba

Pubs and Night Clubs near Holborn London Underground

  • Belushis Bar CafĂ©
  • The Hercules Pillars
  • The Sun Public House
  • All Star Lanes
  • The Hospital Club

Hotels near Holborn London Underground

  • Grange Holborn Hotel
    This opulent 5 star hotel is amongst the best hotels in London. Grange Holborn offers an extensive spa, well equipped gymnasium and a spectacular swimming pool. You can also savor the mesmerizing sauna and steam rooms available in the hotel.  This luxury hotel is located at an ideal location and has an easy access to the popular region of West End and the financial district of the city. Grange Holborn hosts 201 beautifully designed rooms with several luxury facilities and room services.

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  • Kingsway Hall
    Kingsway Hall is a luxurious 4 star accommodation sited at the Great Queen Street in London’s Covent Garden. The hotel is surrounded by the popular Oxford Street and the renowned Theatreland of West End. It also hosts a well equipped spa, fitness centre and steam rooms with stylish interiors. The room and hotel facilities are of world class standard and thus, it is extremely popular amongst the tourists. The hotel offers 170 air conditioned rooms with fabulous furnishings and beautiful interiors.
  • Renaissance Chancery Court Hotel London
    This 5 star London hotel is sited in the central Holborn and it is within the close proximity from several popular squares and streets of London. Some of the most famous restaurant and shops of Covent Garden are also within the easy reach from the hotel. It also hosts a spectacular restaurant which offers a large variety of delectable cuisines.  With 356 stylish air conditioned rooms the hotel offers a wide variety of luxury facilities. The hotel is suited for all the guests whether on leisure or on business trip.

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  • Grange Clarendon Hotel
    Grange Clarendon is another feather in the hat of Grange group of hotels. This fabulous 3 star hotel offers world class facilities and phenomenal room services. The hotel is sited within the close reach from the Canary Wharf, Excel Exhibition Centre and O2 Arena. The hotel also hosts a Meridian Restaurant, well equipped Conference Room and Nautical Chart Bar. Besides these you can also avail the Banqueting services at the hotel. The hotel offers 181 spacious rooms with exotic interiors and furnishing.

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Chocolate Week at Mayfair Hotel London

Venue – Mayfair Hotel
Stratton Street
London

Mayfair Hotel


Date – 12th – 18th October 2009
Cost
Chocolate Wrap @ 129£ per couple
Chocolate Wrap @ 99£ per person
Chocolate Sensation Bento Box @ 15.50£
Chocolate Suite @ 2500£

Chocolate Festival


The popular 5 star London hotel – Mayfair Hotel is all set to celebrate the much awaited Chocolate week in the capital. It is going to be a tempting and delightful treat for all the chocoholics in the city. The hotel will celebrate the Chocolate Unwrapped which is the first chocolate show in UK. This luxury London hotel offers several spacious and beautifully designed rooms, spa, restaurant and bar. It will rejoice the fun of A Chocolate Wrap in the Spa. Besides Chocolate Wrap, the Chocolate bento box will be celebrated in the hotels bar. All the candy lovers can also celebrate their fantasies at the hotels Chocolate Suite.

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Chocolate goodies of a large variety will also be available during this week. Amongst several events celebrated in the capital, this will be the most delicious and alluring events in the city as chocolates are the weakness for almost all of us. This years chocolate week is sponsored by the popular and the most loved – Kate Johns from Mexican Tourist Board. This year’s line up for the event is much better than what it was last year. The tastings this year are expected to be much better, bigger and tastier than what it was earlier.

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Several samplings, demonstrations, teas, cookies and tastings will be available at various places in London such as Kensington, Shepherd’s Bush etc. Thus, all these venues are all set to do wonders to your Chocolate Week. These seven days are expected to be one of the most delicious cocoa days till date. You can choose any of these venues to make the most of these luscious foodie events through out the week. Various shops and bakeries will also exhibit some of the best chocolates from all over the UK. You can also enjoy the cookies and chocolates from some of the renowned chocolatiers of London.

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Highlights and Latest News of the Chocolate Week

  • Chocolate Dinner at London Restaurant Festival:
    Enjoy the delectable collaboration of the London Restaurant Festival and Chocolate Week and taste the exceptional chocolate dinner prepared by the most popular chefs in the city. You can have this spectacular 6 course chocolate dinner on 10th of October at The Mayfair Hotel. The dinner will be prepared by popular chefs including Tristan Welch from Launceston Place, Gerard Coleman from Artisan du Chocolate, Maria Elia from Whitechapel Gallery, Bill Ms Carrick from Sir Hans and many more. chocolate dinner

The great taste awards ceremony was also held on 9th September, which was celebrated with the winners of 3 3xgold award. Several participants of this year Chocolate Week are the proud recipients of The Great Taste Award. Around 5000 chocolate products were submitted in this year’s award ceremony and all of these were judged by a panel of around 100 individual judges. 

Hot and Happening News on London Hotels

With a wide range of hotels, London always has hot and happening event news about hotels. The city is home to several hotels from luxury to cheap and mansions to suites. Some of the most renowned hotels are also located at this popular tourist destination. London comes up with several hotel updates and developments almost every day and some of such latest updates are listed below:
  • A new Green Hotel Rafayel opening shortly in Battersea
This well known eco friendly hotel will soon open on the vivacious banks of Battersea. The hotel will be open for public in the month of December this year. This luxury hotel hosts 65 well appointed rooms and 15 serviced apartments with several opulent room and hotel facilities. It will also offer 2 restaurants which will serve a wide variety of delicious and delightful cuisines. The hotel is expected to use innovative technology, efficient air conditioning, LED lighting and VDA’s. This will also help in saving the precious natural resources and will also work for the cause of Global Warming.


  • Conde’ Nast Awards won by London Hotels
London Hotels recently won the prestigious Conde’ Nast Awards for 2009. Around 15 top most hotels in UK were from London. This list of best hotels includes the popular Claridge’s, The Dorchester and The Soho Hotel. Although the hotel industry in almost all parts of the world was hit by the effect of recession but, London hotel’s still managed to be at par even during this tuff time.

  • Trafalgar Hotel Exhibition
You can now explore an extensive art exhibition at The Trafalgar Square till 15th of November 2009. At this new exhibition, work of several talented artists is displayed. It aims to explore the tie up between fiction and reality. The entry to this spectacular exhibit is absolutely free of cost.


  • Delicate Delights at Dorchester Spa
Its time to pamper yourself with the commendable luxury treat offered by Dorchester Spa located at the London’s Park Lane. This renowned spa in London has recently launched a Full Preen package which is an extremely comprehensive package well suited for rejuvenation during the festive season of Christmas and New Year. The package includes manicure, massage, facial, wash and blow dry, pedicure and champagne afternoon tea. This entire package will give you a pleasing spa environment for at least 6 and a half hour on a stretch. Men can also opt for 3 hour package. The cost of this excellent beauty treat is 550£.


  • Christmas Concierge at The Dorchester
The well known Dorchester is all set to cater your needs for this years Christmas fest. The former recently introduced the facility of Christmas Concierge. Besides this you can also avail several Christmas gift wrapping service, special packages, spa treatments and festive afternoon tea. Special rates are applicable to all the above mentioned packages from 24th December – 10th January 2010. Family package are also available for as low as 335£ from 18th December – 29th December 2009.