What is the Oldest Hotel in Mayfair?
What is the oldest hotel in Mayfair?
You’re forgiven if you think the Savoy, Grosvenor, Marriott or even the Hilton hotel were the longest standing hotels in Mayfair as they have a remarkable heritage dated back to the nineteenth centaury. In fact Browns is the oldest hotel in London’s most prestigious area.
Founded in 1837, by the Brown family, this five-star hotel boosts all things British – from an understated contemporary design with a typical 18th centaury décor to traditional meals- with a twist! Over the years, the hotel has welcomed high profile visitors such as US president Theodore Roosevelt and legendary Ethiopian emperor Haille Sellassie.
Some of the world’s most notable work was produced in Browns. British novelist Rudyard Kipling wrote one his most notable story, The Jungle Book, during his stay at this prestigious hotel, while Agatha Christie based her novel, ‘At Bertram’s Hotel’ on Browns.
Visitors of hotels in Mayfair, do not have to go far to view the most famous landmarks in the UK (possibly in the world), as the Royal Academy, Buckingham Palace, Theatreland are just a stone throw away. Jump in a cab or on the public transport and within minutes, you’re in Knightsbridge or Bond Street. Whatever you decide, you’ll be in one of the world’s exclusive shopping areas, renowned for array of top notch designers’ shops.
If you’re considering staying at Browns you won’t be disappointed. Although the prices are described as ‘reassuringly expensive’ it’s very unlikely that the visitors will be requesting a complaints book by the end of the visit.
The Mayfair hotels impeccable service hasn’t done unnoticed. Browns has been listed on the Conde Naste Traveller’s ‘Hottest, newest hotels’ and has received a string of awards along the way. To sum it up, Brown’s is truly the heart of Mayfair
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