The collection
Le Meurice Paris
“Tuileries palace legend”
Central
Hotel Bel-Air
“Secluded canyon oasis”
Secluded
Hôtel Plaza Athénée
“Haute couture monument”
Central
The Beverly Hills Hotel
“Golden-era Hollywood citadel”
Central
The Dorchester
“Park Lane grand dame”
Central
The Pierre Hotel
“Central Park stalwart”
Central
Hotel Café Royal
“Gilded Belle Époque glamour”
Lively
Hotel Hassler Roma
“Spanish Steps grande dame”
Central
The Beaumont Mayfair
“Art Deco clubland sanctuary”
Central
The Lanesborough Hotel
“Stately Regency sanctuary”
Central
The Stafford London
“Aristocratic mews retreat”
Central
45 Park Lane
“Art-filled parkside sanctuary”
Central
The Connaught
“Aristocratic Mayfair salon”
Central
The Lana - Dorchester Collection
“Sculptural waterfront haven”
Central
Dorset Square Hotel
“Playful Regency townhouse”
Central
The Rubens at the Palace
“Palace-side Edwardian landmark”
Central
The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills
“British-tailored rooftop sanctuary”
Lively
Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.