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denislaurier Aug 4th, 2004 11:03 AM

Small Inns in London
 
We are going to London in November - I know not a great time of the year, but it is partially a business trip. We prefer small quaint inn or hotel type places to stay and wonder if anyone can help with suggestions.

usbeauty Aug 4th, 2004 11:10 AM

Perhaps as quaint as it gets:

http://www.rookeryhotel.com/

denislaurier Aug 4th, 2004 11:20 AM

usbeauty

Took a quick look at the Rookery Hotel and it looks fantastic - thanks for the tip.

rj007 Aug 4th, 2004 11:25 AM

I have been in London the last 2 Novembers and I would disagree that it is not a great time of the year to go. The weather is cooler, the place isn't overrun with tourists, museums are less crowded, the airfare is cheaper. The fall is my favorite season in London and Europe for that matter.

jody Aug 4th, 2004 11:33 AM

Love the Cranley and great location!

http://www.thecranley.com/

oakglen Aug 4th, 2004 11:55 AM

Check out the Franklin, on the very cool & trendy Egerton Terrace. Pricely but worth it, especially if you can write off a portion of the expense. Franklinhotel.co.uk JP

rickmav Aug 4th, 2004 12:09 PM

Not sure if the Basil Street Hotel qualifies as an inn, but more quaint you'll never get. It's quite expensive, but worth every penny. We save up and stay there every third or fourth trip to England. Don't be surprised if you see Miss Marple having tea in the Parrot Club - a wonderful hideaway for the Basil's female visitors and their guests. Visit at www.thebasil.com/

denislaurier Aug 4th, 2004 03:33 PM

Thanks to everyone for all the information. We will spend the next few days researching your tips.

Glad to hear that November is not so bad to be in London!

And yes some of the trip is a write off-lucky us.

Kayb95 Aug 4th, 2004 05:34 PM

There's also the Dukes Hotel (<b>www.dukeshotel.co.uk</b>) or the Stafford Hotel (<b>www.thestaffordhotel.co.uk</b>)

Underhill Aug 4th, 2004 06:46 PM

The Goring, near Buckingham Palace and Victoria Station, could certainly be termed quaint--nice place. It was the first London hotel to have bathrooms for every room.

I would definitely second the recommendation for the Basil Street Hotel. Afternoon tea in the drawing room is a delight.


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