The Connaught Hotel in San Carlos

Dating from 1897, this renowned luxury hotel in Mayfair is an 8-minute walk from posh shops on Bond Street and 7 minutes' walk from Bond Street tube station.Serene rooms with marble bathrooms and luxe linens offer flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and butler service. Airy suites add sitting areas, original art and Bose systems. Plush upgraded suites include 4-poster beds, terraces and/or custom sculptures. An apartment has a kitchen and a wraparound balcony.Amenities include an acclaimed French restaurant, a glass-enclosed brasserie, a chic cocktail bar and a champagne room. There's also an elegant spa with a steam room, an indoor pool and a gym.