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’41’ and The Milestone Hotel Earn Top Two Spots in Condé Nast Traveler’s
“Top 35 Hotels in the British Isles” in 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards
~ Four Red Carnation Hotels Voted “Best Hotels in the World” ~
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The Red Carnation Hotel Collection is very proud to announce that four of their award-winning British hotels have been honored as “Best in the World” in Condé Nast Traveler’s prestigious 2012Readers’ Choice Awards. The five-star London hotels, ‘41‘ and The Milestone Hotel, earned thetop two spots among the ‘ Top 35 Hotels in the British Isles.’ The Rubens at the Palace andThe Chesterfield Mayfair also scored in the top 20, placing 14th and 17th respectively. This is the first year The Chesterfield Mayfair has been honored by Condé Nast Traveler. With their outstanding scores, ’41’ and The Milestone Hotel, also earned coveted places on the Readers’ Choice ‘ Top 100 Hotels & Resorts in the World.’
This year marks Condé Nast Traveler’s 25th annual Reader’s Choice Awards. The survey reflects the combined opinions of 46,476 Condé Nast Traveler readers rating the cities, islands, and hotels they visited in the past year, and the airlines and cruise ships they traveled with. Hotels were rated on Rooms, Service, Food, Location, Design, and Activities. Because of the range and depth of the survey and responses, the Readers’ Choice Awards are a unique and trusted source of travel advice respected around the world.
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| ’41’ placed first among the ‘Top 35 Hotels in the British Isles‘ with an overall score of 96.0 and an outstanding score of 98.6 for service . ’41’ is a discreet, haven of style and comfort, residence only hotel overlooking The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace. A chic black-and-white design scheme is complemented by the plentiful rich mahogany throughout the hotel, and the Executive Lounge where natural daylight floods in from the glass roof. This intimate club-like property offers the height of five-star luxury: 30 rooms and beautiful suites including two unique hospitality suites, butler service, 24-hour room service, the latest in-room technology, full concierge service, “plunder the pantry” whenever you wish, and an outstanding level of personal service. ’41’ was ranked number 37 among the ‘ Top 100 Hotels & Resorts in the World‘ and was also honored in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2012 Gold List. |
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| With an overall score of 95.5 and an outstanding score of 98.7 for service, The Milestone Hotelplaced second among the ‘Top 35 Hotels in the British Isles .’ Situated in the heart of Kensington, the quiet and understated elegance of The Milestone Hotel is celebrated for its style, comfort, and exalted levels of personal service. This five-star hotel opposite Kensington Palace and Gardens has 56 individually designed rooms and suites, and six two-bedroom apartments, lavishly decorated with the finest fabrics and furnishings. Boasting 24-hour butler service, restaurants’ offerings ranging from traditional afternoon tea to full course dinners, this exquisite hotel is a short stroll to the Royal Albert Hall, and in easy reach of Knightsbridge and the West End. The Milestone Hotel was ranked number 50 among the ‘ Top 100 Hotels & Resorts in the World‘ and was also honored in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2012 Gold List as a Platinum Member. |
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| Reader’s Choice voters gave an overall score of 88.0 and a particularly impressive score of 96.9 for location to the perfectly situated Rubens at the Palace . Located opposite Buckingham Palace, the newly restyled is the ideal hotel for leisure, pleasure, meetings and business. Renowned for its stunning facilities and stellar service, over and over guests at The Rubens call their stay “outstanding” and “unrivaled.” The Rubens at the Palace overlooks the entrance to the Royal Mews and offers stunning views of the impressive pageantry of Changing the Guard and the Royal Parks. The choice of luxury four-star accommodation at The Rubens is breathtaking: 143 deluxe guest rooms, eight royal rooms, and ten luxurious suites. Many rooms and suites have views over the Royal Mews. |
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The Chesterfield Mayfair is thrilled to be included for the first time in this year’s Reader’s Choice Awards, with an overall score of 87.3 . Set in the vibrant center of London, just a short stroll from the designer shopping on Bond Street, The Chesterfield Mayfair is the perfect London address for all who value a style and quality that never goes out of fashion. Discreetly tucked away off Berkeley Square, quiet, calm and efficient service blended with supreme comfort characterize this luxurious four-star hotel. Regency style, with the atmosphere of a traditional private club, in the exclusive heart of Mayfair. The guest rooms and deluxe suites combine superb facilities with relaxing surroundings, while the Library, Butlers Restaurant, the light and airy Conservatory and the intimate bar cater for every culinary whim or inclination.About The Red Carnation Hotel Collection
The Red Carnation Hotel Collection is an award-winning collection of five- and four-star family-run boutique hotels in London, Dorset, Guernsey, Geneva and South Africa. Each property has its own individual character and unique location that reflects the local environment, culture and cuisine. They all share the qualities central to the Red Carnation’s ethos that win them so many prestigious awards – splendid luxury, generous hospitality, inventive and traditional cuisine, private art collections, passionate service and loyal staff committed to creating richly rewarding experiences for all their guests.
For more information about these award-winning hotels and the rest of The Red Carnation Collection, please call toll free from the USA/Canada: 877.955.1515; contact the Central Reservations Service toll free from almost anywhere in the world: 800.1698.8740; and visit us at www.redcarnation.com or book@rchmail.com.
Red Carnation Hotels – Because we care
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