Hazlitt'S in London, England

Each of the 30 rooms is named after a historical figure or literary character who once lived in these 1718 Georgian townhouses. The Dr. John Snow room and the Duke of Monmouth room offer antique furniture, Victorian baths with restored fittings, and carved wooden beds. All rooms include a flat-screen TV, minibar, land&water toiletries, and air conditioning discreetly blended with the period decor.

Breakfast is served in the room and includes freshly baked croissants, coffee, and seasonal fruits delivered on a tray with fresh flowers. The library lounge houses an honesty bar where guests pour their own spirits and record consumption in a ledger book. Room service offers a menu with pies, bacon sandwiches, and special diet menus, plus a minibar stocked with wine and champagne.

The hotel sits on Frith Street in Soho, 300 metres from Tottenham Court Road Tube Station and a 2-minute walk from Oxford Street. The British Museum, Piccadilly Circus, and Covent Garden are within a 10-minute walk. The Theatreland district puts over 40 West End theatres within a 15-minute radius, including the Palace Theatre and the Lyceum.

The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk with concierge service, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage. Meeting and banquet facilities are available for up to 12 guests, with fax and photocopying services on request. Pets are welcome with pet baskets and bowls, and daily housekeeping uses eco-friendly products.

Built in 1718, the building is one of the oldest surviving townhouses in central London and houses priceless antiques, chandeliers, and original panelled walls. The hotel was awarded London Hotel of the Year at the César Awards for its commitment to preserving literary and architectural heritage. Guests can relax in two sitting rooms with working fireplaces, a library of rare books, and board games for all ages.

Awards: César Award for London Hotel of the Year

Rooms: 30 themed rooms named after historical figures

Dining: Award-winning in-room breakfast with fresh croissants

Location: 300 m from Tottenham Court Road Tube, 2 min walk to Oxford Street

Amenities: Honesty bar, library lounge with fireplace, pet-friendly

History: 1718 Georgian townhouse with original panelling and antiques