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Claridge's Bar
49 Brook St, Claridge's Hotel, London, UK - England W1 · 20-7629-8860
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MAYFAIR. Housed in one of Mayfair's most exclusive hotels, Claridge's boasts pre-World War II aesthetics, as seen in the Art Deco-inspired furniture, bar, chandelier, and high ceilings. Members of the privileged class – hotel guests and discerning locals alike – are prone to take early evening cocktails here, availing themselves of courteous bar service and high-end cuisine (Beluga caviar, foie gras, and tempura-smoked eel, for example). Cigar aficionados are also pleased to find that Claridge's stocks an impressive supply of premium cigars. TUBE: Bond Street
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Dukes Bar
St James's Pl, Dukes Hotel, London, UK - England SW1A 1NY · 20-7491-4840
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ST. JAMES'S. An elegant place to catch your breath after a day spent conducting business or seeing the sights, this hotel bar has established a reputation for professional service and dazzling mixed drinks. Indeed, many local publications annually claim that the bar mixes the best martinis in London. And for patrons who'd prefer to contemplate their day over something other than dry gin or vodka, the staff also stocks 100-year-old cognacs and can mix deliciously potent Pimms and Bloody Marys. TUBE: Green Park
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Light Bar
45 St Martins Ln, St Martins Lane Hotel, London, UK - England WC2N 4HX · 20-7300-5599
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COVENT GARDEN. With sharp angles and alcoves bathed in contrasting shades of green, pink, orange and violet light, this hotel bar certainly doesn't lack for modern flair. In each section of the bar, the ceiling opens wide to reveal humorous facial close-ups photographed by renowned artist Jean Baptiste Mondino. Indeed, the scene is chic, and the clientele does its best to dress the part. DJs are featured each Thursday, Friday and Saturday. TUBE: Covent Garden
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Long Bar
50 Berners St, Sanderson Hotel, London, UK - England W1T 3MG · 20-7300-5587
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FITZROVIA. Guests heap praise on Long Bar, aptly named for its signature, onyx-topped, 80-foot-long feature. Chic and kicky, the minimalist space boasts subdued lighting, contemporary yellow tints, and tall, silver bar stools with eyes stenciled on the seat backs. Patrons in search of a more romantic scene look to the graceful Courtyard Garden, an urban oasis of flower beds, trees, a reflecting pool, mosaics and comfortable furniture. World-famous chef Alain Ducasse planned the Long Bar's tapas menu, which features caviar, sushi and fresh oysters. TUBE: Goodge Street or Oxford Circus
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Mandarin Bar
66 Knightsbridge, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London, UK - England SW1X 7LA · 20-7201-3724
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KNIGHTSBRIDGE. This "bar with theatre" pays homage to contemporary design, as evidenced in its beige tones, sleek leather armchairs, subdued lighting, and mirrors and glass – in fact, you might say that the bar takes its cues from a high-fashion catwalk in NYC, Milan or Paris. People-watching is a favorite pastime, given that a lot of celebs stay in the Mandarin. Live jazz is also featured most nights. Smokers find safe-haven in the cigar lounge, which features state-of-the-art filtration and comfortable leather furniture. TUBE: Knightsbridge
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Met Bar
Old Park Ln, The Metropolitan, London, UK - England W1L 1LB · 20-7447-1000
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MAYFAIR. Billed as one of London's most exclusive hotel bars, the Met certainly enjoys a primo address, located in a hotel that's a favorite of the rich and famous. In fact, you can expect to find everybody from millionaire jetsetters to A-List celebs enjoying drinks and basking in the distinctly chic scene that is the Met Bar. If a bite to eat is in order, award-winning Nobu serves fabulous contemporary Japanese cuisine. Unfortunately, members and hotel guests are the only folks allowed to enter The Met Bar. TUBE: Hyde Park Corner
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Purple Bar
50 Berners St, The Sanderson, London, UK - England W1T 3NG · 20-7300-1496
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SOHO. Housed in Soho's ultra-posh Sanderson Hotel, this upscale bar invites patrons to gather at the end of the day, sip martinis, and discuss the day's events or make plans for the night. Located just off the lobby, the bar is dramatically decorated with intimate cafe tables, Queen Anne chairs, Venetian mirrors, and a color scheme of purples, lavenders and violets. The billiard room features a floating staircase, antique pool table, and impressive, John Piper-designed stained-glass window. TUBE: Goodge Street or Oxford Circus
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The Bar
53 Park Ln, The Dorchester, London, UK - England W1A 2HJ · 20-7629-8888
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MAYFAIR. The bar at this Mayfair hotel earns high marks for tuxedo-clad service and a swanky setting (if the rhinestone-studded grand piano looks like something Liberace would have played, that's because he owned it!). Brass-framed mirrors, butterscotch-toned chairs, and tables appointed with white linens set the scene, and well-heeled patrons often meet at the close of day to discuss business and pleasure over fabulous cocktails and Italian fare. The Dorchester also features live jazz each night. Reservations are encouraged. TUBE: Marble Arch, Hyde Park Corner, or Green Park
About 10Best's recommendations for London's Hotel Bars:
The London bar scene is loaded with a number of stylish, see-and-be-seen spots. Located at some of London 's most fashionable hotels, the lounges on this list shine brightly not only because they offer terrific drinks and cool confines but also because of the sophisticated, well-heeled clientele they accommodate.
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