Hazlitt'S, London

Hazlitt's is a 5-star boutique hotel built in 1718 and set in the heart of Soho. It was awarded the César Award as London Hotel of the Year for its excellence. The hotel's three connected Georgian townhouses retain rare architectural features, including original panelling, chandeliers, and carved wooden beds.

Each of the 34 rooms is named after a historical figure or literary character who once lived in the building, such as Dr. John Snow and the Duke of Monmouth. Rooms are furnished with antique furniture, Victorian-style bathrooms with restored vintage fittings, and four-poster beds. Some rooms offer a separate standing shower, while others feature a clawfoot tub with a hand-held shower.

The hotel has a library lounge with a working fireplace and a rich collection of antique books. An honesty bar in the library and a second sitting room allows guests to pour their own drinks and snacks, writing what they take in a ledger. Complimentary tea and coffee are served in the lounges each afternoon.

Breakfast is delivered directly to guest rooms and includes freshly baked croissants, bacon sandwiches, and coffee. The hotel also offers a full room-service menu with pies and a selection of wines and champagne from the minibar. No restaurant is on-site, but Soho's countless bars and restaurants are steps away.

Hazlitt's is located on Frith Street, 300 metres from Tottenham Court Road Tube Station and a 2-minute walk from Oxford Street. The hotel sits in the heart of Theatreland, with Covent Garden and the British Museum within a 10-minute walk. Soho Square is directly around the corner, and the area is filled with pubs, clubs, and late-night bars.

Award: César Award - London Hotel of the Year

History: Original 1718 townhouses with literary past

Rooms: 34 themed suites named after historical figures

Amenities: Honesty bar & library with fireplace

Breakfast: In-room croissants, bacon sandwiches & coffee

Location: Soho, 2 min from Oxford Street, 10 min to British Museum