The Connaught vs Shangri-La The Shard, London
Both properties are rated very highly by professional travelers. Overall, Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London scores slightly higher than The Connaught. Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London ranks #5 in London with praise from 14 reviews such as Forbes Travel Guide, Wallpaper and Jetsetter.
The Connaught
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Carlos Place, Mayfair, London W1K 2AL
From $530 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide
"One of London's most famous hotels... retaining an elegant British feel."
Frommer's
"Traditionalists opt for the Old Wing but we prefer the New Wing -- it's where the Connaught's mix of the old and new is most successful."
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Concierge
"For those who enjoy being pampered, the staff-to-guest ratio of 3:1 ensures service with all the trimmings."
Fodor's
"A huge favorite of the "we wouldn't dream of staying anywhere else" monied set since its opening in 1917, the Connaught has many dazzlingly modern compliments to its famously historic delights."
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Lonely Planet
"The Connaught's impeccably decorated rooms offer refined luxury, combining the period features of its 1897 building with restrained contemporary furniture and art."
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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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