Fodor's Expert Review The Lanesborough

The Lanesborough is like a beautiful, luxurious cocoon for the seriously wealthy, exuding Regency opulence from the design-magazine perfection of the bedrooms to the magnificent 19th-century antiques. Each room comes with a 24/7 dedicated butler (available for performing tasks like walking your dog), while children are provided with toys, daily treats, and a welcome gift. The building dates back to 1733, and even the drinks list in the Library Bar is redolent of history—its most notoriously expensive bottle being a 1770 cognac, a mere snip at £5,000 a shot. The Lanesborough Grill features inventive modern takes on traditional British cuisine like Dover sole or beef Wellington using seasonal and regional ingredients. You can also relax at the state-of-the-art spa, open until late.