"During the funeral of the late Queen Elizabeth II in September, the Corinthia was a hive of activity, playing host to many of the visiting foreign dignitaries and heads of state who came to pay their final respects. No doubt the same will be true for the King’s Coronation, with guests flocking to book rooms at this elegant landmark by the Thames. Walking into the double-height, Victorian-pillared lobby here is always a wow moment, lit by no fewer than 1,000 Baccarat crystals. Just as impressive is the four-story ESPA Life spa, which features a marble-and-leather lounge, glass-encased sauna, and steel-lined pool. For the Coronation: The hotel will be hosting a special Coronation Afternoon Tea from May 5-8, featuring traditional finger sandwiches and sweet treats made using products from the King’s own Highgrove shop, including Highgrove honey millefeuille and Highgrove damson Bakewell tart. Address: Corinthia London, Whitehall Place, London SW1A 2BD Book now with Expedia Book now with Booking.com" - Luciana Bellini