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The perfect balance of luxury, privacy and location, poised between London's fashionable Chelsea and Knightsbridge, presented and staffed as a grand Edwardian residence, The Draycott Hotel is not a hotel, it is a home.

For those who have yet to stay at The Draycott Hotel, it should come as a very pleasant surprise. Perhaps even as a breath of fresh air. To quote one of their guests, "most hotels only give you a sense that you're comfortable while on your way somewhere else. This one gives you the impression not that you're just passing through - but that this is where you're meant to be".

Steeped in Edwardian splendour; with high ceilings and fireplaces; each room is theatrically themed and adorned with Victorian antiques. Each room contains something of its theatrical namesake - be it Sheridan, Coward, Grenfell, or Ashcroft - such as prints, posters, photographs and a miniature biography of the impressario in question. And each room comes with ensuite bathroom containing a well-proportioned bath and a power shower.

Rooms and suites at the back of the property benefit from glorious views over the private garden square below - particularly beautiful when the cherry trees are in blossom. And, at the end of the day there is the indulgence of sleeping between finest Sea Island cotton in a luxuriously large bed, especially made to Draycott Hotel's own specification and designed for perfect rest.

Civilities extended to guests include complimentary afternoon tea served in the Drawing room at 4pm followed by champagne at 6pm. And before retiring for the evening, complimentary hot chocolate is served from 9.30pm.

Whether you are staying in a single room or a deluxe suite, all rooms feature the modern amenities you'd expect, such as air conditioning, complimentary wi-fi, satellite television and a CD music system.

Breakfast Room/Peter O'Toole
Enjoy the crisp, cosy ambiance of The Breakfast Room, with friends, family or business associates. Start your day with a vitality continental breakfast, or a hearty English Breakfast feast from an extensive Breakfast Menu.

Whilst The Draycott Hotel does not have a formal restaurant, the London restaurant scene in and around Chelsea is outstanding. Some of the world-class restaurants within easy walking distance include Gordon Ramsey, Tom Aikens, Bibendum and Daphne's. For those looking for a quiet evening at the hotel in the privacy of your room or suite, the hotel offers 24-hour room service with a selection of expertly prepared classic meals.

The Draycott have opened up a whole new possibility of hosting meetings, conferences, private dining and social gatherings at this elegant and desirable address. Number 22 can even be hired in its entirety by guests, effectively creating your own private house.

The Donald Wolfit room is ideally suited for private meetings in boardroom style for up to 12 people. A beautiful oak panelled room with large patio windows opening onto the private garden square, Donald Wolfit is fully air-conditioned and equipped with latest audio-visual facilities. It also benefits from the breakfast room opposite, which provides a break out room if required. Half day, full day and overnight delegate rates are available.