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#18298 by nibbs
15 Mar 2007, 01:12
Hi Guys,

I'm planning a birthday treat for the good lady wife's 30th next month which will include an overnight in central London.

Can anyone suggest somewhere special or different?

I wouldn't say that money is no object, buy hey, she's only 30 once!

Thanks

Neil
#163524 by honey lamb
15 Mar 2007, 01:17
Originally posted by nibbs
Hi Guys,

I wouldn't say that money is no object, buy hey, she's only 30 once!

Thanks

Neil

Ha! Try to tell her that when she starts arguing that 50 is the new 30!

As to hotels, my brain is a little befuddled on the subject. (G&T, doncha know!)
#163531 by buns
15 Mar 2007, 08:03
Nibbs

Big plus for pushing the boat out[y][y]

My money would be on the Savoy - I went there for my 50th and it really was something special. Coupled with Saturday night at the theatre and Sunday lunch at the Savoy Grill, it was a truly memeorable weekend.

Better get in quick though, i have heard it will be closing in November for a major refurbishment
#163533 by Bazz
15 Mar 2007, 09:29
Park Suite at the Mandarin Oriental. Dinner at Petrus.
#163536 by slinky09
15 Mar 2007, 09:50
Originally posted by Bazz
Park Suite at the Mandarin Oriental. Dinner at Petrus.


That's an excellent suggestion and one I would 100% concur with.

Alternatives include one of the original deco suites at Claridges followed by Gordon Ramsey, or perhaps the Meissel Suite at the Dorchester? I also find One Aldwych excellent ...

As for the Savoy, they're closing soon for a major refurb and it needs it. I think I'd wait until they reopen.
#163566 by jaguarpig
15 Mar 2007, 14:42
Park Suite at the Mandarin Oriental

Watch out for the bed bugs:D.

Don't be tempted by the 4 seasons on Hamilton place, our last stay was bad beyond belief,thinking about it so was our last stay at the Savoy.Always fancied a stay in the Oliver Messel suite but I have never had pockets that deep(or Sly had it already booked):D.
The Halkin is rather good [y]
#163616 by nibbs
15 Mar 2007, 23:42
Originally posted by Bazz
Park Suite at the Mandarin Oriental. Dinner at Petrus.



Thanks for all the ideas guys....when you say "Park Suite", do you mean any of the suites over looking Hyde Park, or is there a particular suite called the Park Suite? Couldn't tell by their web site.

Looks an amazing place - I'd imagine the spa would be something special as well.

Cheers,

Neil
#163617 by Wolves27
15 Mar 2007, 23:47
Originally posted by nibbs

Looks an amazing place - I'd imagine the spa would be something special as well.



Its not the best MO spa (the sauna could do with being a bit wamer), but as far as Spa's in London go I think its the best and very good looking. Whereever you book, have a great weekend!

Dean
#164173 by porsche911
20 Mar 2007, 13:14
Carlton Towers Knightbridge is also really nice - The Ribroom os fantastic place to eat -
#164208 by Scrooge
20 Mar 2007, 16:17
You will not go far wrong with the Ritz link or the Lanesborough link

I have stayed at the Lanesborough and it was amazing.
#164491 by woggledog
21 Mar 2007, 16:43
The new hilton by London bridge is meant to be beautiful! Close to waterloo, and, lets face it, a view over the thames should be great
#168724 by buns
21 Apr 2007, 08:10
Originally posted by woggledog
The new hilton by London bridge is meant to be beautiful! Close to waterloo, and, lets face it, a view over the thames should be great


I walk past said Hotel every day and whilst it is new and has all the hallmarks of being a nice place, views of the Thames from rooms is not one thing it can boast.


buns
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