Arrival/Check-In: My overnight flight arrived early and I reached The Langham, London before 9 a.m. I was directed to the club-level reception on the third floor. The staff in the club lounge welcomed me warmly, found a table, and I was able to enjoy a full breakfast while the reception completed my check-in paperwork. The room was not ready immediately, so I set out for the day and returned in the afternoon. By that time my luggage had been delivered to the room and I picked up my keys at the lounge.
Guest Quarters: The Langham, London offers 333 guestrooms, five serviced apartments with kitchens and 42 private suites. Traveling with a friend, we stayed in a room with two twin beds separated by a nightstand. A small sitting area beneath the window featured a round table and chair opposite a desk and TV credenza. The door lock has a distinctive design that can look unfamiliar at first glance but works properly. The room opens into a compact entryway with built-in closet and storage. The highlight was the large marble bathroom, complete with a towel warmer, a deep soaking tub and a separate shower — a welcome comfort after a long flight and a day of sightseeing. Depending on the room category, in-room amenities may include a Nespresso machine, complimentary Wi‑Fi, the Langham Blissful bed, MP3 connectivity, a media hub for TVs and laptops, complimentary newspapers and international power sockets.
Services/Amenities: The Langham, London features a range of dining and wellness options. The Wigmore is a modern British tavern on Regent Street. Roux at The Landau showcases the culinary legacy of Albert and Michel Roux. Artesian, known for its crafted ice and creative cocktails, has earned acclaim as one of the world’s top bars and offers all-day dining. Palm Court provides light dining throughout the day and is renowned for its classic afternoon tea. The hotel’s signature Langham Afternoon Tea is served in Langham Rose Wedgwood tea ware with a selection of Wedgwood specialty teas. Meeting and event facilities span ballrooms to boardrooms, suitable for a variety of functions. Fitness facilities are open 24 hours and include modern equipment, while the Chuan Body + Soul wellness sanctuary offers spa treatments and holistic therapies.
Top Takeaways:
◆ Club-level access was a highlight: guests enjoy a full continental and hot breakfast, Champagne and cocktails at various times of day, evening canapés, a sample of afternoon tea, private check-in and check-out, and dedicated butler and specialist concierge services.
◆ Location is excellent — tucked off Oxford Street near the West End, the hotel is close to many central attractions. Oxford Circus Underground is about a five-minute walk, making other parts of the city easily accessible.
◆ The Langham’s history stretches back to 1865, and it remains a prestigious name in London hospitality. The hotel carries some intriguing historic tales, though I noticed no supernatural occurrences during my stay.
The Langham, London
1C Portland Place
Regent Street,
London W1B 1JA
United Kingdom
tel 44 20 7636 1000
langhamhotels.com