The hotel is ideal for business or pleasure. Centrally located close to the west end of london and the business district. It is within easy distance of buckingham palace,the houses of parliament,big ben,westminster abbey, trafalgar square and the tate gallery. The royal horticultural halls and the queen elizabeth conference halls are also close by. The hotel was refurbished/renovated in 1995 and is tastefully decorated. . All rooms have coloured television,direct dial telephones,hairdryers and tea and coffee facilities. The hotel has a lift serving all floors and 24 hour reception. All rooms have ensuite shower and toilet facilities and have central heating throughout the hotel.