The Ritz Hotel

Piccadilly, London W1

One of the world's legendary hotels, The Ritz is superbly located in the centre of the fashionable heart of the capital. It has forever been a source of the very best traditional hospitality for those on business and pleasure who desire to be cosseted by comfort and elegance.

A Unique History

This magnificent hotel was born out of the work of Cesar Ritz, the son of an alpine shepherd, who made his profession out of catering to the tastes of European high society. Ritz devoted his life to defining the deluxe hotel business we know today. When his career began in 1886 the hotel industry was in its infancy. He developed his craft working in the company of some of the industry's great pioneers, including the chef Auguste Escoffier.

By making hotels a fashionable and acceptable part of society, Cesar Ritz's reputation was assured. A Ritz hotel syndicate was formed and The Ritz in Paris opened in 1898, followed by The Ritz in London in 1906

 

Style, sophistication and old-fashioned levels of genuine service come together at 150 Piccadilly, London. The Ritz superbly located at the centre of the fashionable heart of the captial has been a source of the very best traditional hospitality. Guests at the hotel, for business or pleasure are surrounded by comfort and elegance. The Ritz. Its name alone has long conjured up imagery of grand entertainment, important society gatherings and sublime cuisine. The magnificent hotel was born out of the work of César Ritz, the son of an Alpine shepherd, who made his profession out of catering to the tastes of European high society. Ritz devoted his life to defining the deluxe hotel business we know today. When his career began, in 1866, the hotel industry was in its infancy. He developed his craft, working in the company of some of the industry's great pioneers, including the chef Auguste Escoffier. By making hotels a fashionable and acceptable part of society , César Ritz's reputation was assured. A Ritz hotel syndicate was formed and the Ritz in Paris opened in 1898, followed by the Ritz in London in 1906. The Ritz soon became the natural place for famous faces from Europe and America, figures from the worlds of stage and screen, and for statesmen, aristocrats, and Royalty to meet. The Ritz has remained as popular for its location, as its gracious interior. It is perfectly situated within walking distance of the designer boutiques and auction houses of Bond Street and Jermyn Street, the world renowned private clubs of St James's and has sweeping views across Green Park towards Buckingham Palace. All the hotel's public rooms extend off the building's central gallery, creating a series of grand salons in which to see and be seen. No two rooms or suites at The Ritz are alike. Each has been individually decorated and all offer levels of comfort synonymous with a world class hotel. The Ritz's prime location means that many rooms also enjoy superb views across London. The Ritz has three, well-appointed private suites for luncheons, dinners, receptions and meetings. Each suite is entirely self-contained and has its own butler. The Berkely Suite is especially well-suited to business presentations. Robert at The Ritz Views across Green Park from the 7th floor salon, entice clients from around the world to Robert at The Ritz. Welcoming residents and non-residents Robert appeals to all ages, skillfully tending to classical, contempary and creative styles. An extensive choice of ladies hair and nail treatments are available from Monday to Friday. Fitness Room The Fitness Room located on the 7th floor, provides the remedy to jet-lag, exhaustion, or daily stress A range of equipment essential in maintaining a workout programme is available daily to residents, from 6.30am to 11pm. The Gentlemen's Barber Mr James is one of London's few traditional gentlemen barbers. For over 18 years he has charmed amused and become the mainstay in the lives of leading names from industry and the private sector. The Business Bureau Conveniantly positioned adjacent to the lobby. The Business Bureau allows guests the luxury of an office away from home. The skills of the Business Bureau Secretary are available for all guests of the Ritz, but those preferring to work independantly have access to a scanner, printer, facsimile, typewriter, and PC. The Ritz is situated right at the heart of London, overlooking Green Park and historic Piccadilly. It is very well connected with transport links to Heathrow and Gatwick Airports. The shops and galleries of Bond St., Cork St., Burlington Arcade and Christies and Sotheby's are all within easy walking distance, as are the exclusive gentlemen's outfitters of Jermyn Street and Saville Row and the private clubs of St James's.

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