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The Ritz Hotel, London, London, South East

Hotel Description
2006 will mark the 100th anniversary of the opening The Ritz London. Conceived and founded by the renowned hotelier C�sar Ritz, this legendary hotel opened its doors on May 24th 1906 to great acclaim from the world's press and the visiting public. It was announced an immediate success. The first steel framed building of any significance in London, with its French Chateau style architecture and Louis XVI interiors, the hotel was, according to C�sar Ritz, "a small house to which I am proud to see my name attached." Since returning to private ownership in 1995, in excess of �25 million has been invested in the Grade II star listed building and a complete refurbishment has been completed. Today, at 99 years old, the hotel has been fully restored to its original glory and looks even more stunning than it did in 1906. Throughout its distinguished history, The Ritz has continued to attract the great and the good, the famous and the fashionable, and has deservedly taken its rightful place amongst the great hotels of the world. As we celebrate the landmark occasion of The Ritz' Centennial Year, the hotel's extensive archives are being catalogued for easy access, research and editorial purposes. More than just an architectural and social history, the Archive Library provides a fascinating insight into the last ten decades of The Ritz. From the life and times of C�sar Ritz, the construction of the building, the glamour of the 20's and 30's, the pre and post war years and up to current times including the restoration and the introduction of state of the art technology, and the famous guests and events that make The Ritz iconic. The milestone birthday of The Ritz provides the perfect occasion to celebrate the hotel's unique place in history and its importance as a London landmark.

Luxury Hotel Accommodation
Every room and suite at The Ritz is exquisite and designed to provide exceptional standards of comfort. All the rooms have been individually decorated in the distinctive Ritz colour schemes of blue, peach, pink and yellow luxuriously furnished with rich fabrics, 24 carat gold leaf and beautifully restored antique furniture in keeping with the original Louis XVI style. A ratio of two staff to every guest room guarantees the highest levels of personal service. These traditional features are skilfully combined with the provision of the most modern facilities.

Location
Piccadilly, next to Green Park Underground station.

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