I tend to be set in my ways when it comes to hotels in cities like London. I have my favorite hotels which are typically the gorgeous landmarks and rarely give other properties the opportunity, because why bother right? Well, I was missing out.

Last year I stayed at the Corinthia London for the first time, and I can only say it will not be my last.

Perfectly located only steps from Trafalgar Square, Westminster, the River Thames and Covent Garden, the Corinthia combines grandeur and heritage (which I love) with exquisite, smart design. It features 225 rooms, 51 suites, seven penthouses. However, it feels like you are checking in into your own private London flat. It feels secluded and exclusive from the moment you step in.

The hotel also has two world-class restaurants which I enjoyed for the two nights I was there. It was so good I canceled my reservation at the chic Annabel’s just to have the decadent duck at Kerridge’s.

Since I was in London for work, I didn’t have time to get a treatment at their unrivaled spa, but when I toured it I made a mental note that it was going to be my first stop on my next visit.