The Langham, London vs Blakes Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Langham, London ranks slightly better than Blakes Hotel. The Langham, London comes in at 86 with praise from 13 sources including Oyster, BlackBook and Fodor's.
The Langham, London
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1C Portland Place, London W1B 1JA
From $452 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Now back to its best, with its famous Palm Court for afternoon tea, the stylish Artesian bar and bedrooms that are not without personality and elegance."
Jetsetter
"Stately grande dame near Regent's Park that serves posh afternoon tea by day and killer cocktails by night."
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Be warned: The signature Langham “Blissful Bed” may tempt you to sleep in, so request a wakeup call before lying down.
DK Eyewitness
"The Langham was Europe’s first grand hotel when it opened in 1865 and still offers an ultraluxurious experience behind its sprawling Victorian facade."
Star Service
"This hotel, once a mediocre Hilton, has improved immensely under Langham's Hong Kong owners, as it should given its bloodlines as London's first purpose-built hotel."
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Gayot
"Oscar Wilde and Mark Twain were once guests, and it's still one of London's premium five-star hotels."
Blakes Hotel
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33 Roland Gardens, London SW7 3PF
From $419 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Dramatic, bold and eclectic decor."
Frommer's
"Actress Anouska Hempel's opulent and highly individual creation is one of London's best small hotels."
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Live out your fantasy: Choose an ancient Egyptian funeral barge or a 16th-century Venetian boudoir.
Lonely Planet
"Recently refurbished Blakes oozes panache: five Victorian houses cobbled into one hotel and incomparably designed by Anouska Hempel."
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Time Out
"Each room is in a different style, with influences from Italy, India, Turkey and China."
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DK Eyewitness
"Rooms range in style from baronial manor to opulent Oriental and contain pieces collected on her travels."