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THE CADOGAN HOTEL

With a fantastic location between Chelsea and Knightsbridge, The Cadogan is a must for any staycation in the capital Part of the Belmond Ltd portfolio, who in turn are part of the world's leading luxury group LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton - a pioneer of luxury travel for more than 40 years, building a passion for authentic escapes into a portfolio of one a kind experiences in some of the world’s most inspiring and enriching destinations. The Cadogan is is a stunning home away from home in the heart of the city. Effortlessly blending the past and the present, where classic British charm meets modern elegance and discreet luxury, the 54 individually designed rooms - two thirds of which are suites - have been carefully created with fresh crisp white linens, bursts of colour through opulent furnishings of silk and velvet, thought-provoking artwork and clever design details. Overlooking the private Cadogan Palace Gardens, a botanical hideaway in the heart of the capital to which guests have exclusive access, The Cadogan is steeped in history and has an illustrious list of past residents, including Lillie Langtry and Oscar Wilde. In fact, the room in which Oscar Wilde was arrested is now the noble Royal Suite; and the hotel's restaurant

occupies what was once Lillie Langtry's drawing room. Nods to the property's past are upheld in the details of the interiors since the refurbishment, including a detailed replica - alongside the original - of a tiled floral motif that was found in Lillie Langtry's reception hall floor following through the bar. A variety of books in the rooms add to the home-away-fromhome feel allowing guests to truly relax and indulge in their own personal library. The large marble bathrooms are a sheer delight, featuring luxury Bamford toiletries and beautiful lighting. Dining options at The Cadogan couldn't be better with celebrated chef Adam Handling at the helm of all the food and beverage. A highly accomplished chef, Adam Handling excels in presenting beautifully modern British dishes using seasonal, sustainably sourced ingredients, prepared in a number of innovative and artistic ways to enhance individual flavours. With classic architecture, beautiful artwork and an open kitchen, the main restaurant, Adam Handling Chelsea, showcases a menu of reimagined British classics, including

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