Hazlitt's contemporary Georgian interior, complete with four poster beds, antiques and rich fabrics, is the hotel young romantic's dream of. In the middle of Soho's media industry the clientele are often drawn from the silver screen's serried ranks, in search of something a little bit different.
Telephone: +44 (0) 20 7434 1771
Price: £149–300
Receive a free Hg2 guide when you book a room online
Set in a trio of townhouses built in 1718, Hazlitt’s is located in the frenzied centre of Soho, and is named after a former resident, the celebrated early 19th-century essayist William Hazlitt. The Georgian property was converted into a four-star hotel 20-odd years ago and furnished in charming period style, with plush antiques and rich paintings that complement the ornate, high ceilings and beautiful (now defunct) fireplaces.
Each of the 23 rooms is named after Hazlitt’s friends and conquests, who included Jonathan Swift and Lady Frances Hewitt. There are numerous atmospheric nooks for reading one of the many signed books left behind by visiting authors in homage to the essayist. With its discreet Frith Street entrance, the rooms are also highly prized by celebrities seeking privacy.
The downside? There is no lift, air-conditioning or restaurant on site (room service is available), although its excellent location means that there are innumerable eateries nearby. Just be sure to ask for a room that doesn’t overlook the street if you require perfect silence to aid slumber.
