{"id":38834,"date":"2023-08-09T11:00:32","date_gmt":"2023-08-09T07:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/?post_type=articles&p=38834"},"modified":"2023-08-09T11:17:20","modified_gmt":"2023-08-09T07:17:20","slug":"london-guide-summer-2023","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/articles\/london-guide-summer-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"The GRAZIA Editor’s Guide To London This Summer 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It’s summer 2023 and London is calling. Whether you’re a frequent visitor to the UK’s capital or looking to make your first trip, the GRAZIA<\/em> editors are here to take you beyond the usual tourist spots.<\/p>\n

We’ve got you covered, from the best activities in the city to the top restaurants, below is GRAZIA<\/em>‘s comprehensive travel guide to London.<\/p>\n

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Read More: Travelling Soon? These Beauty Kits Will Put An End To Your Packing Problems<\/a><\/p>\n

WHERE TO STAY<\/h3>\n

London has no shortage of five-star hotels, of which GRAZIA<\/em> has selected the best of the best.<\/p>\n

EMBER LOCKE<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Aparthotel brand Locke has just opened Ember Locke, its sixth property in London. From studios to duplexes, Ember Locke has 121 apartments all located in the Kensington and Chelsea area. Its warm-toned interior is perfect for those who are interested in bohemian visuals.<\/p>\n

Key features include F&B destination EVE, communal gardens, a co-working space, gym and laundry room. Apartments are cleaned once a week as standard. If need be, guests are able to request extra cleaning for a fee. Oh, and, good news – all Locke hotels are dog friendly.<\/p>\n

For reservations, click here.<\/a><\/p>\n

BULGARI HOTEL<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Bulgari’s luxury five-star hotel is located in the heart of Knightsbridge. It features 85 spacious rooms and suites, a 25-metre pool, private cinema, an award-winning spa and an enchanting ballroom. Conveniently, Harrods and Hyde Park are just a five-minute walk away. Each room has an English feel combined with Bulgari’s Italian heritage and contemporary architecture.<\/p>\n

For reservations, click here.<\/a><\/p>\n

FOUR SEASONS AT PARK LANE<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Four Seasons at Park Lane is located in central London, a short 15-minute walk from the shopping hub of Oxford Street. Many of the rooms at the hotel include a small private balcony that allow guests to enjoy views of the London Eye, Big Ben and the luscious trees of Green Park.<\/p>\n

For reservations, click here.<\/a><\/p>\n

MANDARIN ORIENTAL<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Of all the luxury hotels in London,\u00a0The Times<\/a>\u00a0<\/em>has dubbed the Mandarin Oriental “the foodiest”. The two-Michelin-starred Dinner by Heston Blumenthal lies in the hotel and has views over Hyde Park. The grand dame hotel closed in 2018 because of a serious fire, then renovated all 181 of its rooms. Pro tip: The Royal Suite offers the best view to watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace.<\/p>\n

For reservations, click here.<\/a><\/p>\n

THE SHANGRI-LA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Shangri-La Hotel The Shard occupies levels 34-52, making this 5-star the capital\u2019s highest hotel. It offers breathtaking views of London and, in fact, is the only five-star luxury hotel in the borough of London Bridge. Staying near the Bridge gives you the advantage of having the most convenient transportation access and restaurants nearby.<\/p>\n

For reservations, click here.<\/a><\/p>\n

CLARIDGE’S<\/strong><\/p>\n

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It is, without a doubt, known that Claridge’s has been home to royalty, designers and celebrities since the 1850s. Some would even be bold enough to deem it the best hotel in the world<\/a>. The 197-room hotel is located on Brook Street in London’s Mayfair.\u00a0 Its convenient positioning makes Bond Street only a few minutes away, so too is Park Lane, Piccadilly, Oxford Street and Berkeley Square. This old-world charm of a hotel has afternoon tea like you’ve never seen before, with a variety of mini-sandwiches, scones and teas.<\/p>\n

For reservations, click here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Read More: Here Are Our Top Picks For Your Eid Al-Adha Getaway<\/a><\/p>\n

WHERE TO EAT<\/h3>\n

It is easier to eat badly than it is to eat good in London. With numerous different options, it can be hard for first-timers to find the perfect spot to dine. Keep scrolling to find our curated selection of the best eats, from breakfast spots to fine dining.<\/p>\n

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