90.07% THE BERKELEY

London England

Cool Belgravia classic with a David Collins-designed Blue Bar and destination restaurant two minutes' walk from Harvey Nichols.

ROOMS 220, from chintz to contemporary, some in fresh yellows and golds with black-and-white checkerboard floors

FOOD Michelin-starred Pétrus replaced La Tante Claire in 2003; Boxwood Café, the New York-style bistro, is pricey but always packed

SERVICE Formal five-star service mixed with youthful appeal

FACILITIES Spa with rooftop pool (open-air in summer); banqueting facilities; fashionable afternoon tea in The Caramel Room

COST Doubles from £225

1 Wilton Place, Knightsbridge, London (020 7235 6000; fax: 7235 4330; www.the-berkeley.com)