Montcalm Royal London House, London

The Montcalm Royal London House is close to 'Silicon Roundabout', whilst the Barbican Centre and Brick Lane are just a short stroll away. St. Paul's Cathedral and the Museum of London are within easy reach, the Tower of London and Tower Bridge a little further south (but still walkable within half an hour).

The hotel lies a mere 10-minute walk from three well-connected stations, with the main one being Liverpool Street.

By car: around 4 hours from Manchester, 2 hours 30 minutes from Birmingham and 7 hours from Glasgow. Paid parking available nearby.

By train: Liverpool Street station is 5 minutes' walk away. Kings Cross and Euston stations are around 15 minutes away in a taxi. Book trains to London.

The hotel uses an eclectic blend of styles such as Art Deco and mid-century modern, with the use of cutting-edge technology and contemporary design. Contrasts also include the vivacity of the bars and restaurants, in comparison to guest floors, where low-level lighting casts a subtly atmospheric glow across the eerily dark silk-lined corridors.

This is a luxury establishment that caters for well-heeled corporate and privately wealthy clients. Everything you'd expect from a five-star hotel is available here, as well as some added extras like private butler available on request.

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Swimming pool
• Spa
• Wellness suite
• Gym
• Family-friendly
• Free Wi-Fi

All rooms come equipped with a large TV, touch-display controls for lighting and a Nespresso machine. Bedrooms are decorated in modern yet soothing colour schemes, while the chic monochrome bathrooms are spacious.

Room types: Deluxe, Club, Montcalm, The Palm, Junior Suite, Studio Suite, Family Suite, Business Suite, Quad Room

Key amenities: ensuite shower room with Elemis toiletries, TV, iPod dock, tea and coffee-making facilities, pillow menu, free Wi-Fi

There are plenty of options: the Long Arm pub serving proper beer, slicker café-style Burdock and Aviary - the higher-end choice - with an AA Rosette and great views from the rooftop terrace.

Burdock: casual café, light lunches, small plates and sharing platters. Open all day.

Aviary: Brasserie-style menu, cocktails, craft ales. All-day dining, mains from £16.

Long Arm Pub: in-house brewery, pub grub. Open daily 11am-11pm.