The recent British Academy Film Awards Ceremony that was held in London saw a multitude of stars descend on the capital. There were a number of categories, ranging from best actor, actress and director to best costume design. Many of the nominees chose to come to the awards ceremony in person and were duly photographed on the famous red carpet as they entered the event.
Celebrities at the ceremony
The list of attendees included a number of A-list stars from Hollywood as well as leading British actors and actresses. Brad Pitt and George Clooney were two of the most eye-catching names, but other famous faces included Colin Firth, who was accompanied by his wife, Helena Bonham Carter, Penelope Cruz, Emilia Fox, Kenneth Branagh and Daniel Radcliffe.
Where do the stars sleep?
As a vibrant and cosmopolitan city, London has a wide range of hotel accommodation available. This includes a number of hotels that fall into the five-star category. Many of these are located in central London, close to the main shopping and entertainment districts. Stars attending awards ceremonies such as the recent one organised by BAFTA are sure to have chosen to base themselves and their entourages in one of these luxurious five-star hotels.
Here are some of the best five-star hotels to be found in central London.
- Claridges, in Mayfair, has long been famous for its luxury and elegance. It is also home to a Gordon Ramsey restaurant.
- The Montcalm, near Oxford Street and Marble Arch, has a more modern decor. It also has an in-house spa and each room has a private marble bathroom.
- The Savoy has long been a meeting place for the rich and famous, particularly the renowned American Bar. It has recently undergone a complete refurbishment and is now once again at the forefront of luxurious hotel accommodation in London.
- For a hotel in the heart of the West End, the Waldorf Hilton is hard to beat. It is within easy walking distance of the Royal Opera House and other West End theatres.
Service and features that the stars expect Obviously, major stars such as those who attended the BAFTA awards will reserve a suite when staying at a luxury five-star hotel. Suites are the epitome of luxurious accommodation, but other hotel rooms in five-star hotels will have plenty of luxurious touches. They range from rain-forest showers to marble baths with a full range of luxurious toiletries to choose from. Features such as free wi-fi are considered standard, as are fitness centres.
Butler services are included at many major five-star hotels, as well as a full concierge service to arrange tables at leading restaurants or tickets to the hottest shows. Everything is of the highest quality and there is a feeling of elegance and discreet but faultless service at all of these hotels.
When a number of stars are all attending the same event, there will be some pressure to accommodate them all in suitable hotels. London has a great range of top-end hotels to choose from and is bound to have something for everyone.