A 5 star hotel, reputedly the most expensive in London. In 2011 the highest rate was £14,000 per night. Each guest is allocated a 24 hour butler.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
A 5 star hotel, reputedly the most expensive in London. In 2011 the highest rate was £14,000 per night. Each guest is allocated a 24 hour butler.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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