QEIICC: Nearby Hotels

InterContinental London Westminster opened its doors in November 2012, injecting a new lease of life into an historic former government building, Queen Anne's Chambers. In an area where politics, business and influencers come together, the hotel is situated within a few minutes' walk of Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament, well within the eight minute division bell. The hotel will feature 256 rooms, 7 meeting rooms and exceptional dining at The Chambers Bar & Dining Rooms.

A listed Victorian building, this hotel has kept the old English charm beautifully intact while offering guests comfortable rooms and efficient Italian service. It's located in a surprisingly tranquil spot but it's also perfect for exploring London with Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey on its doorstep and St James's Park tube just a stone's throw away for longer trips.

When it was built in 1897, this gloriously luxurious hotel was the London home for visiting aristocrats from throughout the world. Now, with its location in the heart of Westminster, impressive range of facilities and spectacular architecture, it's the hotel of choice for anyone who demands to feel like royalty in the heart of London.

Located just a few moments away from the famous Buckingham Palace, the 51 Buckingham Gate, Taj Suites and Residences is a luxurious five star hotel right in the centre of London. A Taj hotel that features the typical signatures of excellence including butler service, the Michelin starred Quilon Restaurant, an award-winning courtyard garden, grand banqueting facilities and an exclusive Spa, the hotel features 86 contemporary suites, from one to nine bedrooms, including the world's only 'Jaguar' Suite. Each suite has a separate living room, fully-equipped kitchens and luxurious bathrooms. The hotel offers an ideal accommodation experience for the discerning traveller and is also perfectly able to cater for families, with children's amenities to go alongside the five star service throughout the hotel.

Emulating the style of a French chateau, this grand Victorian residence, built in 1884, occupies a prime location within Westminster. It's worth staying at the Grade I-listed Royal Horseguards Hotel for its fascinating history alone. Politicians of note have met in the stately rooms at One Whitehall Place, adjacent to the hotel while all of its 281 rooms and suites have been upgraded to 5-star luxury - some with river views.

With 294 bedrooms, multi-level penthouse suites and terraces offering spectacular views of the River Thames, Trafalgar Square and Whitehall - the £300 million restoration of the Corinthia Hotel London, has brought the building to its original grandeur and purpose. Arranged around an elegant central courtyard foyer, facilities include a choice of restaurants, luxury spa, bar, meeting rooms and the refurbished grand ballroom - used for state balls in the 1880s. The adjoining 10 Whitehall Place property has been redeveloped to include a large ESPA spa as well as a suite of 12 exclusive residences.

A fantastic nineteenth century exterior hides a thoroughly modern hotel, with clean, minimalist design in the rooms. The biggest draw is the location, in the very heart of the West End, within walking distance of many of London's biggest attractions and best bars, shops and restaurants. Though it is short of flashy extras, this is a good choice if you want a mid-price hotel at the heart of the Capital.

A visually stunning building, The Grand at Trafalgar Square is a quintessential London hotel, located within the restored landmark Northumberland House - formerly the Victoria Hotel. With high ceilings, remarkable features and lavish windows combined with state-of-the-art facilities and guestrooms, the hotel is one of the premier accommodation choices for any kind of traveller. There are two on-site dining options: Watatsumi, an inventive Japanese restaurant fusing together traditional and contemporary elements of the cuisine, and Boyd's Bar and Brasserie, a casual English brasserie. The hotel's proximity to the centre of London means that many of the city's landmarks are within easy walking distance.

Leave the laptop at home - every room at this hotel comes with its own Apple iMac. Across the river from the MI5 building, it's a good base for exploring Westminster's sights. Considering Big Ben and Tate Britain are within walking distance prices are excellent. The clean and contemporary design has glass and chrome throughout while the modern restaurant includes a street side terrace for al fresco dining.

A simply unbeatable location for anyone who loves to keep themselves busy. London's County Hall is at the heart of the South Bank, surrounded by theatres, cinemas, art galleries, restaurants and the thousands of informal entertainments of London's cultural heart. The incredible building was once the home of London's government, and now houses the London Aquarium, an art gallery, and this stunning hotel.

The Park Plaza Westminster Bridge is a modern, design-led hotel a short walk from some of the city's most iconic attractions, such as Big Ben and London Eye. The impressive £350 million project includes a pillar-free ballroom, 32 meeting rooms, an executive lounge, free WIFI and a 24h gym, 15-metre swimming pool*, sauna and treatment rooms. One of the hotel's most striking features is a V-shaped atrium spanning its 16 floors, while there are six dining experiences, including signature restaurant Brassiere Joel. The modern bedrooms have working desk with international plugs, flat screen TV, mini-bar and en-suite bathroom with separate shower.

Close to Waterloo, the 4 star Park Plaza is - as the name suggests - just behind County Hall. Near to the Thames, it's also convenient for major attractions like the London Eye, Aquarium and, across the river, Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. The hotel also has its own restaurant, bar or lounge area and rooms come with their own fully-equipped with kitchenette making it ideal for family getaways.