It was in 1246 that Count Peter of
Savoy built the Savoy Palace on land by the side of the river Thames, given to
him by Henry III, whose wife was Count Peter’s niece. The Savoy Palace later become the home of
John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster, and was burned to the ground during the
Peasant’s Revolt of 1381. Its history is fascinating and reflects the social
and economic changes experienced by Londoners, over the centuries.
In 1889 Richard D’Oyly Carte built the
Savoy hotel on land adjacent to his Savoy Theatre. It catered to tourists,
especially Americans, who have travelled to London to see the Savoy
Operas. My girlfriend and I raised a glass of champagne to the hotel`s past, on our
recent visit to Kaspar’s Seafood Bar and Grill, at the Savoy.
I vividly remember the excitement and
a number of press articles when the Savoy reopened again to the public on 10th
October 2010 (“10-10-10”), after an eagerly awaited £220 million restoration. Here, my friend and I are fooling around in
the hotel.
Today, the iconic Savoy offers
the comforts of a high-quality establishment of the 21st century, together with
the glamour of its 125-years of history.
The rooms offer butler`s service and
the food in its restaurants - some of
the most renowned restaurants and bars in London - is as varied as it is
delicious. Have a look at what we`ve had to eat.
The Savoy provides a stylish setting
to enjoy the festive season, and many say the hotel epitomises the true spirit
of London.
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