Haymarket Hotel, Firmdale Hotels, London

In the heart of London’s theater district, the elegant Haymarket Hotel is surrounded by restaurants, bars, and is just next door to the Theater Royal. Guests can enjoy a swimming pool, gym, and a spa with a range of treatments.

Afternoon tea is served until 16:30, with delicious cakes, scones with clotted cream and jam, and a wide range of tea and coffee on the menu. Fresh, seasonal produce is used in the restaurant, and tapas is available at the bar.

A flat-screen TV, Bluetooth Bose units, and writing desk feature in each room at Haymarket Hotel. Rooms also benefit from 24-hour room service and a fully stocked mini-bar.

St James’s Park is a 5-minute walk away, and Buckingham Palace can be reached in 15 minutes on foot. The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben are all within easy walking distance.