From the moment you arrive to The Connaught Hotel in London, the staff sweeps you off your feet and into a chair by the fireplace with a cup of tea. As soon as you enter the lobby you feel as if you’ve been transported to a grandeur and more modern version of Downtown Abbey. The glam of the 1920’s London is still very apparent in the overall theme of the hotel. Each room at The Connaught is fit for a prince or princess, but the Signature Suites are le crème de la crème!

If you have the resources (cough cough enough money), the best suite in the hotel (and maybe London) is The Apartment. Through two giant blue wooden doors is this 3,068 sq. ft haven. The suite comes complete with two bedrooms, adorned with four-poster king beds, vaulted ceilings, and a 24-hour butler. The suite also comes with a living room + fireplace, dining room for up to 8 guests, and large wrap around balcony with the best views in London. If you are a local, don’t worry, you can rent it out for a birthday party, cocktail party or even a staycation.

After the butler has taken you to your very chic room and unpacked your clothes for you, head down to the Tea Room for fresh scones and mouth-watering pastries. Or, if tea is not your thing, substitute tea for some afternoon champagne in the hotel’s own champagne room, the rosé is fabulous! If you’re looking for a snack or informal meal check out Espelette, the décor and fine foods with surely give you the energy to take a walk around the beautiful neighborhood of Mayfair. After your walk, have dinner at Hélène Darroze’s two Michelin-starred restaurant. Expect expressive French cuisine and hand picked fresh ingredients, it is a culinary experience you won’t want to miss.

Another amazing aspect of The Connaught is their Aman Spa, the only one of its kind in London. They emphasize tranquility and rejuvenation. I recommend the Spa Signature Treatment: Inspired by Thailand, it will leave you detoxified and energized. After you’ve been detoxified, head to The Connaught bar to be re-toxified. The Connaught has a refined and rare selection of whiskies. They offer whisky and bespoke chocolate tasting for the brave, or talk to Agostino Perrone, the master behind the mix. A world-renowned bartender, his expertise will shake you up the perfect cocktail for whatever mood you are in. Without a doubt, The Connaught is a unique hotel guided to making your stay as classy as classy gets.

Photographs courtesy of the property.