The Egerton House Hotel

This small boutique hotel offers the best five-star services with the perks of a quiet, neighborhood location. Knightsbridge is an upscale neighborhood that places guests within a short walk of exclusive shopping and museums. The scene is set here by rich decor that evokes another time in England's history. Beautiful silver antiques, unique light fixtures, and luxurious furniture all encourage lingering breakfasts and long hours of afternoon tea. For an extra touch of exclusivity, the hotel is also known for its original art collection with works by Picasso and Matisse.Beyond the decor that is worthy of royalty, the staff at the Egerton House hotel are what makes the scene so memorable. This boutique hotel is an escape within a busy city, serving afternoon tea on a rainy day or a perfect martini to get an evening started.

Knightsbridge is an affluent shopping and residential area populated by well-heeled locals. This neighborhood is home to some of London's wealthiest residents, including Chelsea football club owner Roman Abramovich. Located south of Hyde Park, the two nearest tube stations -- Knightsbridge and South Kensington -- are a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Many popular London attractions are nearby, including a 10-minute walk to the Chelsea Antiques market, a 2-minute walk to the famous Harrods department store, and a 8-minute walk to the Victoria and Albert Museum.This area of South Kensington is often called the "Little France" of London -- with its French cafes, bookshops, culture institute and a French secondary school. The neighborhood is filled with French expatriates and Francophiles, and French is often spoken in this part of London.- 40-minute drive to London Heathrow Airport

• 75-minute drive to London Gatwick Airport
• 5-minute walk to Knightsbridge shopping district including Harrods
• 8-minute walk to the Victoria and Albert Museum
• 8-minute walk to Natural History Museum
• 10-minute walk to Hyde Park & Kensington Gardens
• 10-minute walk to the Science Museum
• 12-minute tube ride to Sloane Square shopping district and Saatchi Art Gallery
• 17-minute tube ride to Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, London Eye, and scenic walks along the Thames
• 18-minute tube ride to Notting Hill Gate and Portobello Market
• 19-minute tube ride to Picadilly Circus and theatre district
• 19-minute tube ride to Covent Garden
• 21-minute tube ride to West End shopping district including Selfridge’s
• 22-minute tube ride to Trafalgar Square, National Portrait Gallery, London ICA, Tate Modern and the Southbank
• 25-minute tube ride to Buckingham Palace

Rooms and suites are decorated in a rich, luxurious English style, without being too traditional or stuffy. Rooms here aren't huge, but are incredibly well-appointed with opulent marble bathrooms, Penhaligon's toiletries, well-stocked minibar (that includes vitamins), iPod docks, free Wi-Fi, and built-in international power sockets. All of these amenities are topped off with special touches like antique furniture and rare art from prominent painters like Picasso, Matisse, and Chagall.- Personalized treats and candles at turndown service

• Free still and sparkling spring water
• Champagne on arrival
• Studio suites are at the top of the price range and offer an additional sofa bed

Egerton House Hotel provides a luxurious place to relax after a busy day exploring London. Beyond the richly decorated guest rooms, that also includes a cozy drawing room for afternoon tea and an inviting bar for an evening cocktail. In addition to these features, part of what makes this hotel so special is its devotion to incredible service. The staff here can help arrange theater tickets, dinner reservations, historic walking tours, and more.- No fitness center

• No business center