The Berkeley vs Shangri-La The Shard, London
The Berkeley and Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London are both highly recommended by writers. Overall, Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London scores significantly higher than The Berkeley. Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London ranks #5 in London with endorsements from 14 sources including Condé Nast Traveler, Frommer's and Gayot.
The Berkeley
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Wilton Place, Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7RL
From $398 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide
"Discreet and rejuvenated hotel with rooftop pool and opulently decorated bedrooms."
Frommer's
"The Berkeley's winning formula remains intact -- a classic Art Deco grand hotel but with the kind of understated, helpful service that sets it apart from stuffier neighbors."
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Request one of the refurbished rooms; some of the older units are looking a little tired.
Concierge
"The Berkeley's Knightsbridge location... has firmly established it as one of the most fashionable hotel addresses in London."
Fodor's
"Convenient for Knightsbridge shopping, the very elegant Berkeley is known for its renowned restaurants and luxuries that culminate—literally—in a splendid penthouse swimming pool."
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DK Eyewitness
"Not the best-known of London’s luxury hotels, rebuilt in the 1970s, but the Berkeley offers an exceptional range of opulent services."
Shangri-La The Shard, London
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31 St Thomas Street, London SE1 9QU, England
From $466 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Gayot
"The hotel skillfully blends modern decor and traditional Eastern sensibilities to create a one-of-a-kind experience for guests seeking accommodations drenched in luxury."
Star Service
" Massive baths with marble coating and rainfall showerheads are almost expected at a Shangri-La property."
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Wallpaper
"The launch of the Shangri-La hotel offers the first opportunity for sky-high sleepovers."
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Fodor's
"Its location, just behind City Hall, puts it within walking distance of Borough Market, Shakespeare's Globe, Southbank Centre, and the Tower of London."
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The Telegraph
9.0
"You can't get a hotel room much closer to the clouds."
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