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Hazlitt’s 1718
It was here that one of the finest English essayists and literary critics lived during the latter years of his life. Indeed, William Hazlitt would almost certainly still recognise much of the interior of his former home, though no doubt be greatly impressed by the modern luxuries of this much sought-
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Brown’s of Mayfair.
Opened in 1837, Brown’s Hotel has hosted both the politically influential and some of history’s most notable literary genuises. Theodore Roosevelt stayed here in 1886 and Rudyard Kipling completed The Jungle Book while a guest. Agatha Christie based her novel At Bertram’s Hotel on Brown’s. Created from a number of Georgian townhouses, the hotel remains one of London’s finest and most elegant hotels.
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The Cadogan Hotel
Built in 1887, the hotel was no more than ten years old when society was stunned by the arrest of Oscar Wilde who was staying in Room 118 at the time. These events were later the subject of John Betjeman’s poem “The Arrest of Oscar Wilde at The Cadogan Hotel”.
The hotel’s other salacious connection is to actress Lillie Langtry: it was in the building which later became part of The Cadogan that she lived between 1892 to 1897. However, even after the change of use from domestic residence to hotel, Lillie would stay in her original bedroom where she had courted the future King Edward VII.
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The Edward Lear
Located close to London’s main shopping area, Oxford Street, this hotel is comprised of two town houses dating from the mid 1700‘s. It was in the western of the two that the well-
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Grim’s Dyke.
Named after a nearby ancient earthwork and constructed in 1870 for the celebrated artist Frederick Goodall, the property’s most famous owner was William Gilbert, who took up residence in the house in 1890 until his death in 1911.
During his twenty one years at Grim’s Dyke -
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The Langham
Since opening on the 10th of June 1865, The Langham Hotel has hosted many of the world’s most influential figures. But it also has a secret history few are aware of.
Edward VII (who opened the hotel as Prince of Wales) remained a regular visitor throughout his life, and Emperor Louis Napoleon III spent much of his last enforced exile at The Langham. American journalist Henry Stanley also stayed while preparing his journey to search for Dr. Livingstone in Africa, and Noel Coward frequently ensconsed himself in a suite when working on his pre-
It is, however, The Langham’s place in history as the venue from which Winston Churchill, Charles De Gaulle and U.S. war correspondent Ed Murrow broadcast which is, perhaps, of the greatest historical significance.
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The Fox Club
Formerly the home of the eighteenth century statesman Charles James Fox, this classic townhouse hotel is centrally located just off Piccadilly. Highly rated.
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The Goring
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It was from here that General Pershing would phone President Woodrow Wilson to keep him abreast of America’s effort during World War I, and only a few years later the building would become home to Lady Randolph Churchill (who would receive regular visits from her son, Winston Churchill.
Indeed, the list of Crown Princes, Princesses, Dukes and Duchesses to have stayed here is almost too long to detail here, and a head-
And, of course, Catherine Middleton stayed here prior to her marriage to Prince William on the 29th of April, 2011. History in the making, one might say.
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More Period Accommodation in London...
Academy, The. Boutique hotel in the Bloomsbury district having been built as five separate houses in the 1770‘s. Tripadvisor
Barn Hotel, The. Dating back to the seventeenth century, the hotel is located in 3 acres of gardens in Ruislip on the outskirts of London. It benefits from easy access to the city via the adjacent underground station. Expedia
Blue Bells Hotel. An 18th century residence in Notting Hill. LateRooms
Cannizaro House. Named after the Italian Duke of Cannizaro who lived in the house in the early 1800‘s, the present day hotel can boast of being a country house hotel within London. Situated on the edge of Wimbledon Common. Booking.com | LateRooms
Copthorne Effingham Park Hotel, The. A country house hotel in extensive grounds. Located close to Gatwick airport. Booking.com | LateRooms
Cranley, The. Grade-
Draycott Hotel. A highly respected small romantic hotel in Cadogan Gardens. Booking.com | TripAdvisor
Gallery Hotel, The. Situated in South Kensington, the hotel has been described as “living tribute to the art and artists of Victorian times.” LateRooms
Grange Strathmore, The. A four-
Hendon Hall. A 16th century mansion in the north London suburb of Hendon. Converted into a hotel during the early 1900‘s, it was used by the victorious England World Cup squad of 1966. Booking.com | LateRooms
La Gaffe. Situated in Hampstead, this highly-
Langshott Manor. Part 15th and part 17th century, Langshott Manor is situated south of London and within 2 miles of Gatwick airport. LateRooms
Leonard Hotel. Centrally located near to Marble Arch, this 17th century listed building offers four-
Liongate Hotel. Built in 1721, the Liongate is located close to Hampton Court Palace. Expedia
Miller’s Residence. Situated in Westbourne Grove, Miller’s Residence is a country house-
Millennium Hotel Mayfair. Right in the heart of London, this four-
Mitre Hotel, The Carlton. Located on the banks of the Thames and within a few hundred yards of Hampton Court Palace, the building dates back to 1665. Lastminute.com
Petersham, The. Mid 1800‘s country House-
Red Lion, The. Situated around twelve miles to the west of central London and within easy reach of Heathrow airport, The Red Lion is said to have been patronised by King Charles I. Booking.com
Rookery, The. A 250-
Rose & Crown. Almost certainly with origins in the mid 17th century, this old inn boasts former literary patrons such as Algernon Swinburne and Leigh Hunt. Conveniently located for those attending Wimbledon tennis championships. Booking.com
Savoy, The. A favourite with writers, artists, royalty and the rich and powerful since opening in 1889, this is arguably one of the most famous hotels in the world. Booking.com
Stafford Hotel, The. Features accommodation within former stables (The Carriage House) dating back to the eighteenth century. TripAdvisor | Booking.com
Wigmore Court Hotel. An eighteenth century building located in Portman Square, said to have once been the home of William Pitt. Expedia
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We hope to expand this section on Historic London Hotels in the near future. If you know of any suitable additions, please contact us and let us know. Suggestions for all types of period accommodation (from before the late Victorian era) are welcome, including boutique hotels and traditional inns. We are particularly interested in romantic places to stay in London, and heritage hotels near Heathrow Airport and Gatwick Airport. Don’t forget, Nights In The Past also has historic hotel listings for places around the capital such as Hertfordshire and Surrey.
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