London’s Londons Quarters Guide Hotels and Rooms in London

London is not only known for its famous historical monuments, museums and its tourist landmarks but it is also recognized for its quarters. Some of the main attractions that you can come across in this city are the Houses of Parliament, The Tower of London, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey among others. but London’s quarters are also exceptional places to consider when traveling to this city.

In central London there are two quarters. One is the Westminster district which is recognized because it is the core of the British Government. The other quarter is the West End which is well-known for its theatres and shops. There are other districts which are also famous for their own distinctive features; they are Mayfair, Kensington and Chelsea, Soho and Knightsbridge.

MAYFAIR

This quarter is by tradition one of the most preferred places in London. Mayfair is considered to be an area reserved for those who belong to London’s elite groups. Up to 1800 a fair was organized every year in the streets and that is the origin of the name of the district. Here you can find some of the most impressive hotels, especially on Park Lane. There are also some exclusive areas for shopping for example, Bond Street and Savile Row. This quarter is placed in the center of London so you can go to the main attractions of the city and shopping areas from here.

Kensington and Chelsea

Here you can shop in Kensington High Street, visit Notting Hill, enjoy the beauty of Kensington gardens and go to see some of the most important museums in London. This is the home of Kensington Palace, which was once residence of Princess Diana. This quarter was named the “Royal Borough” following the wishes of Queen Victoria. It is also famous because is the wealthiest quarter in London. Restaurants and hotels in the area are first-rate.

Soho

This is the place to go on a Friday or Saturday night. It is considered to be the heart of London’s nightlife. The place achieves a perfect combination of tacky and elegant tastes. There are lots of restaurants, pubs, shops, cafés and wine bars. The district is also known for its gay bars, pubs and sex shops. Chinatown, which is the center of the Chinese community in the UK, is located in this district. There are high quality restaurants and bars.

Knightsbridge

This quarter is home of the most famous shop in the world, Harrods; and Buckingham Palace is also located in this area. This is a wealthy district and it houses an exclusive choice of hotels and restaurants.