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Around the corner from King's Road's upscale shopping, this chic traditional hotel is a minute's walk from the Sloane Square Tube station. Elegant, air-conditioned rooms are decorated with unique designer wallpapers and feature free WiFi, iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs, and black-out curtains.

A seven-minute walk from upscale shopping at Sloane Square, this refined, contemporary boutique hotel in a modern building is a mile from Buckingham Palace. Sleek rooms with hardwood floors, marble bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi feature custom-made bed linens, Ralph Lauren mirrors, iPod docks, and desks with ergonomic chairs. There's a chic restaurant and a cosy lounge, and a modern bar offers cigars, terrace seating, and a retractable roof. Other amenities include a library and a fitness centre.

A 2-minute walk from Victoria train and tube station, this elegant Victorian hotel is less than a mile from both Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace.

Refined rooms and suites feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and DVD players, plus iPod docks, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. Some suites have free-standing baths. Upgraded quarters include access to a lounge with free breakfast, snacks and drinks.

A laid-back restaurant serves classic British fare. There's also a chic cocktail bar, and a traditional lounge offering afternoon tea. Other amenities include a gym and 9 meeting rooms.