Curated luxury hotels near Criterion Theatre

This 5-star luxury hotel is in London's Knightsbridge, looking out over quiet gardens. It offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms with luxury bedding, minibars, flat-screen TVs and Bluetooth speakers.

Egerton House is less than a 3-minute walk from Harrods and Harvey Nichols department stores and the Kensington museums are within a 5-minute walk. Knightsbridge and South Kensington Tube stations are 750 metres away.

Rooms have hand-stitched mattresses, antique furniture, original artworks and marble bathrooms. There are luxury bathrobes, Floris toiletries, mineral water and fresh fruit and flowers.

Traditional English afternoon teas are available and the quiet bar serves light snacks and cocktails.

The hotel offers a butler service and a large menu from 07:00 to 22:00. Guests can eat in their room or in the bar/lounge area.

Set 700 metres from St Paul's Cathedral, the five-star Vintry & Mercer Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World in London offers a fitness centre and bar. Popular points of interest nearby include Sky Garden, Tower of London and Borough Market. The property offers a business centre and free WiFi.

At the hotel, all rooms and suites feature a bespoke interior design and include a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, while some units at Vintry & Mercer Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World can also provide guests with a balcony subject to availability.

A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The on-site restaurant specialises in British cuisine.

Staff at the reception can provide advice on what to do in the area.

London Bridge is 1.7 km from the accommodation. Mansion House station is a minute's walk from the property. London City Airport is 12 km away.

Conveniently situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, The Norfolk is located 1.8 km from The Serpentine, 1.7 km from Madame Tussauds and 1.9 km from Royal Albert Hall. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The property is 2.9 km from the city centre and 200 metres from Paddington Station.

Guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower and free toiletries.

Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.5 km from The Norfolk, while Portobello Road Market is 3 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

Located less than 1 minute from Paddington Station in central London, The Pilgrm is a quirky, independent hotel full of history and character. It offers free high-speed WiFi and highly compact bedrooms with Freeview TV. Some rooms overlook the tranquil Norfolk Square.

Rooms are minimal and fuss-free offering the essentials for a comfortable, short stay in central London. Each room has its own en-suite shower room and WC.

Restored to maintain as much history as possible, there are many original features including the staircases and winding corridors that lead to the snug bedrooms. The Pilgrm’s pledge to sustainability means you will not find items like robes or slippers, and there are electric fans rather than air-conditioning units.

An à la carte breakfast is offered in the elegant first-floor lounge, where you can also enjoy a curated list of wine and cocktails. The adjoining terrace is open during warmer months for guests to drink and dine outside. Downstairs, there is a ground floor cafe for coffee and pastries.

The Heathrow Express service at Paddington Station offers a 15-minute journey to the airport. The West End is a 5-minute Tube journey away, and Notting Hill and Marble Arch are within a 10-minute walk of the hotel.

Situated less that a minute's walk from Paddington Station and the Heathrow Express, the Mercure London Paddington Hotel offers free WiFi and also has a 24-hour gym. Surrounded by restaurants and bars, the hotel is just a 26-minute walk from the Royal Albert Hall and 40 minutes' walk from ZSL London Zoo.

This contemporary 4-star hotel has rooms featuring a flat-screen TV with on-demand movies, air-conditioning and a work desk. The sleek bathrooms have power showers. All rooms have a free minibar which is restocked daily.

Mercure London Paddington has an on-site Frankie & Benny's restaurant. The Gallery lounge and bar offers a range of beers, wines, ciders and spirits. It also shows sports on a 42-inch flat-screen TV.

From the property, the Science Museum and the Natural History Museum are a 30-minute walk away. Buckingham Palace is less than 2 miles away and the famous Harrods is a 32-minutes stroll to the south.

Featuring ultra-chic interiors and a private garden, Number Sixteen offers glamorous accommodation in cosmopolitan South Kensington. The Victorian property provides 24-hour room service, minibars and iPod docking stations in the rooms.

Each individually styled room reflects the contemporary design of the hotel, with luxurious fabrics and furnishings and hints of bold colour. All rooms at Number Sixteen are air-conditioned and feature flat-screen satellite TV. Some rooms have French windows leading to a small balcony.

Afternoon tea is served all day at the hotel, and can be taken in the garden, conservatory, drawing room or library. Guests have a number of public rooms within the hotel in which to relax after a day outside in bustling London.

South Kensington Underground Station is a 3-minute walk away, and is surrounded by bars, shops and restaurants. Located on the Picadilly, Circle and District lines, the hotel has easy Underground links to many parts of the city.

Well-placed in exclusive South Kensington, this luxury hotel is a short walk from London’s Natural History, Science and Victoria and Albert Museums and the Royal Albert Hall. 100 Queen's Gate Hotel London Kensington, Curio Collection by Hilton has a restaurant and cocktail bar.

With a Regency-style exterior, the hotel’s rooms all boast a modern décor with classic touches. Each features free tea and coffee, with some rooms having a Nespresso machine. They also all include a private bathroom, a 49-inch flat-screen Smart TV with Chromecast and free WiFi access.

Guests can enjoy a traditional Afternoon Tea with a selection of teas from Newby in an elegant atrium flooded with natural light. Our signature restaurant Cento proudly showcases the very best of traditional Italian cuisine. Sit back and relax in beautifully appointed dining room, taking inspiration from the olive groves of Italy, whilst dining on classics including Chicken Milanese, Lobster Ravioli and our Pinsa Romana. There is also a 24-hour gymnasium.

A large number of restaurants and bars are in the immediate area, and Hyde Park is just 0.7 miles away. There are 2 Tube stations within 5 minutes’ walk, providing access to London’s major attractions.

With a stay at Premium One bedroom apartment City Road Basin, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 5-minute drive of St. Paul's Cathedral and Brick Lane. This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from London Bridge and 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Tower of London.

A stay at Montcalm East, Autograph Collection places you in the heart of London, within a 10-minute drive of Tower of London and Tower Bridge. This luxury hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from The Shard and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Trafalgar Square.

With a stay at Aethos London Shoreditch in London (London City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Brick Lane and Bank of England Museum. This luxury hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Columbia Road Flower Market and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from St. Paul's Cathedral.

A stay at Virgin Hotels London-Shoreditch places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Liverpool Street and Brick Lane. This luxury hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from London Bridge and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from St. Paul's Cathedral.

A stay at Pan Pacific London places you in the heart of London, within a 5-minute drive of Tower of London and London Bridge. This luxury hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from St. Paul's Cathedral and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Tower Bridge.

With a stay at The Milestone Hotel, you'll be centrally located in London, steps from Kensington High Street and Kensington Gardens. This luxury hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Kensington Church Street and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Thackeray Gallery.

Located in London (London City Centre), Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge is a 3-minute walk from Tower of London and 8 minutes by foot from Leadenhall Market. This luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Tower Bridge and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Globe Theatre.

With a stay at The Lalit London, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 10-minute walk of Tower Bridge and HMS Belfast. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Tower of London and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from The Shard.

A stay at The Laslett Hotel places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Kensington Gardens and Kensington Palace. This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Kensington High Street and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Hyde Park.

A stay at Hotel Xenia, Autograph Collection places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Natural History Museum and Kensington High Street. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Imperial College London and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Kensington Gardens.

With a stay at Royal Garden Hotel, you'll be centrally located in London – a 7-minute walk from Kensington Palace and 13 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This family-friendly hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Buckingham Palace and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Piccadilly Circus.

With a stay at London Marriott Hotel Regents Park in London (Camden), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Regent's Park and 12 minutes from Piccadilly Circus. This spa hotel is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Buckingham Palace and 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Big Ben.

Located in London (London City Centre), Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Science Museum and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Royal Albert Hall.