London

The Ritz is a world-renowned hotel situated in St James's, the fashionable heart of London. The Ritz overlooks historic Piccadilly and Green Park, one of London's prettiest Royal Parks. Opened in 1906, the Ritz today still retains the personal feel of a French country house whilst offering all the glamour, excitement and graceful living that are synonymous with this legendary, World famous hotel. The magnificent Ritz Restaurant is one of the most beautiful dining rooms in the world and leaves an indelible impression on all who dine there. Tea at The Ritz is an institution in itself and is served in the spectacular Palm Court and the extraordinary popularity of this quintessentially Ritz experience means that booking at least six weeks in advance is absolutely essential. The Ritz London has a formal dress code in its public areas. Gentlemen are required to wear a jacket and tie when using The Palm Court or The Ritz Restaurant. The Superior room offers spacious accommodation with 24 square metres of floor space. The high ceilings together with their ornate cornering add to the feeling of space, comfort and style. Like all the rooms at The Ritz, the 24-carat gold leaf and antique Louis XVI style furnishings serve to enhance the refined and graceful atmosphere of this most elegant room A ratio of two staff to every guest room guarantees the highest levels of personal service. These traditional features are skilfully combined with the provision of the most modern facilities. Attention to detail and personal service are elevated to a fine art so that guests may always be assured of a magical and memorable experience.

The Ritz Hotel, London. Few other places can summon such an immediate atmosphere of unparalleled style, sophistication and elegance.

Opened in 1906, the Ritz today still retains the personal feel of a French country house whilst offering all the glamour, excitement and graceful living that are synonymous with this legendary, world-famous hotel.

Returned to private ownership in 1995, The Ritz has been totally and lovingly refurbished to restore even the fabrics to their original Louis XVI style.

Attention to detail and personal service are elevated to a fine art so that guests may always be assured of a magical and memorable experience.

Location. The Ritz London hotel in London, England, is two blocks from the Bond Street and within one kilometer of London attractions including Oxford Circus, Westminister and Knightsbridge. London Heathrow Airport is 45 kilometers away.

Hotel Features. The Ritz London was designed to resemble a Parisian block of flats. The lobby features high ceilings with glass chandeliers, fluted columns and a leaded glass ceiling topping the three story rotunda. The high quality of service includes amenities like complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a multilingual staff and concierge services.

Tea is served each afternoon in the Palm Court. The Ritz Restaurant, where the Queen held her private Golden Jubilee party in 2002, serves breakfasts, lunches, afternoon teas and dinners. The Rivoli Bar is open from late morning to early hours. There is a dress code in the Rivoli Bar, Palm Court, and the Ritz Restaurant. Men are asked to wear a jacket and tie. Jeans are not acceptable in these areas. The hotel offers a fitness center and a 24 hour business center.

Guestrooms. The seven story Ritz Hotel's 133 guestrooms are furnished in the Ritz colors of blue, peach, pink and yellow. The rooms feature crystal chandeliers, wall accents in 24 carat gold leaf, silk covered headboards and restored antique furniture. Room amenities include minibars, in room safes and private bathrooms. The marble bathrooms feature bathrobes and slippers. Most rooms look over Westminster or Piccadilly. All accommodations feature complimentary high speed Internet access.

Expert Tip. The Ritz's most famous facility is the Palm Court, an opulently decorated cream colored Louis XVI setting for the world famous institution that is "Tea at the Ritz", once frequented by King Edward VII, Charlie Chaplin, Sir Winston Churchill, Charles de Gaulle, Noel Coward, Judy Garland and Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother.

The Ritz, London. Few other places can summon such an immediate atmosphere of unparalleled style, sophistication and elegance. Opened in 1906, the Ritz today still retains the personal feel of a French country house whilst offering all the glamour, excitement and graceful living that are synonymous with this legendary, World famous hotel. Returned to private ownership in 1995, The Ritz has been totally and lovingly refurbished to restore even the fabrics to their original Louis XVI style.