Leaving aside The Langham London’s unrivalled location, sumptuous accommodation and exquisite dining options, surely its greatest boast is that it was the first hotel to serve that firm favourite, the much-loved Afternoon Tea.
That all began in 1865, and the quintessentially British treat is still served today in the Palm Court, where a new menu pays homage to some of the most familiar and classic tastes the selection of pastries are inspired by the humble beginnings of Britain’s favourite biscuits: Chocolate Digestive, Custard Cream, Fig Roll, Iced Gem and Bakewell Tart – all of which have been elegantly reimagined.
But there is, of course, so much more to The Langham. Opened in 1865, The Langham, London has an unrivalled location in the heart of the West End, between four of the city’s most sought-after areas; Marylebone, Fitzrovia, Mayfair and Soho. It was Europe’s first Grand Hotel, and is one of the most elegant and glamorous buildings in the city.
Once inside, its 380 luxurious and exquisitely appointed rooms and suites, including The Sterling Suite, one of London’s most coveted retreats, see guests indulged with excellent service and finesse.
With or without a room reservation, guests are drawn to The Langham by its restaurants and facilities.
In addition, there’s the chic and glamorous bar, Artesian, bestowed with the coveted World’s Best Bar accolade, conjuring classic and innovative cocktails, while The Wigmore offers a modern interpretation of a quintessentially British pub luxe.
Inspired by the private clubs of the Victorian era, The Langham Club redefines the club concept as the hotel’s private sanctuary. Hearty breakfasts early in the day or tempting cocktails as the sun goes down, the Club allows guests to stay connected with wifi and connection plugs throughout or turn off the technology and unwind with a book in The Writer’s Corner.
The beautifully restored Grade II listed Grand Ballroom, with its soft hues of cream and gold, high ceilings and glorious lighting. The elegant décor of the ballroom offers many possibilities to create a grand event including banquets, large conferences and receptions.
The Langham, London is proud to be one of the most historic meeting venues in London. Yet with history comes innovation and The Langham is fully equipped to support modern business needs, with seamless service meeting every requirement with flexibility and flair. There’s a diverse mix of meeting spaces from the Private Carriage rooms to the state-of-the-art meeting rooms in Langham House.
The Langham’s Chuan Body + Soul offers a luxury haven and a philosophy steeped in the values of traditional Chinese medicine. Guests are offered the ultimate in relaxation through an individually planned holistic journey based on the five elements of wood, fire, earth, metal and water, making use of one of the three treatment rooms, as well as the facilities that include a gymnasium, steam room and sauna facilities in addition to a 16-metre swimming pool.
Contact The Langham, London, at 1c Portland Place, Regent Street, London W1B 1JA on 020 7636 1000, email tllon.info@langhamhotels.com or visit langhamhotels.com/london