The Goring

Celebrating 100 years under one family, The Goring graces a corner of London's Belgravia neighborhood adjacent to Buckingham Palace, the last grand hotel built in the Edwardian era. Named a Top Hotel in Europe by Travel and Leisure, this gracious landmark features 71 luxury guest rooms and suites, each quintessentially English in decor, with Gainsborough silks, fabrics by Nina Campbell, high-speed Internet access, and views of the gardens and Victoria Square. Afternoon tea overlooking the private garden boasts the British Tea Guild Council Award of Excellence three years running.

For elegant business meetings or corporate events, The Goring offers meeting planners four distinctive dining rooms, a boardroom, and the garden, which accommodates receptions to 250. Nearby incentives include the lively West End, River Thames, and the palace next door, of course.