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The Ritz London

시티오브웨스트민스터

9 story sections15 min 46 s in all
History & cultureBY TELLBY

Contents

9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation2:37

    Step through the famous revolving doors of The Ritz London and enter an establishment so exceptional its very name transformed the English language into a synonym for opulence. Since it opened on May 24, 1906, the Ritz has stood…

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  2. 2The Palm Court — A Social Revolution2:00

    The Palm Court is undoubtedly the spiritual heart of the Ritz, a magnificent space where the hotel’s legendary 'afternoon tea service' has evolved into an all-day affair. This room was truly revolutionary: it was the first venue…

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  3. 3The Rivoli Bar — Art Deco Glamour1:38

    Stepping into the Rivoli Bar is like stepping into a 'jeweler’s private collection' or the glamorous carriage of the 'Orient Express.' Designed to evoke the art deco era, the space features camper wood panels, leque glass, and…

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  4. 4The Main Restaurant — Culinary Grandeur1:42

    The Michelin-starred main restaurant at the Ritz is often described as one of the most 'dramatic and beautiful' rooms in London. Here, under spectacular chandeliers, 'tradition' is upheld through a steadfast 'dress…

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  5. 5The Marie Antoinette Suite — A War-Time Sanctuary1:23

    One of the most 'extraordinary' rooms in the Ritz is the Marie Antoinette Suite, named after the French Queen and decorated with furnishings and decor that 'came from the Palace of Versailles.' This 'majestic' room, with its…

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  6. 6Rooms and Suites — Classical Comfort1:27

    Beyond the public 'grandeur' lie the 136 rooms and suites of the Ritz, which tell a more 'intimate side' of 'traditional British luxury.' Unlike modern hotels that chase contemporary trends, the Ritz’s accommodations remain…

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  7. 7Royal Warrants and The Prince of Wales1:39

    The 'distinguished partnership' between the Ritz London and the 'British royal family' was formally recognized in 2002 when the 'Prince of Wales'—now King Charles the Third—granted the hotel his 'Royal Warrant' for banqueting and…

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  8. 8The Ritz London1:40

    Our 'incredible journey' through The Ritz London has taken us from the 'revolutionary' Palm Court to the ' Michelin-starred' grandeur of the main restaurant. We have seen the 'opulent' Marie Antoinette Suite and 'marvelled' at…

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  9. 9Closing1:40

    Our 'incredible journey' through The Ritz London has taken us from the 'revolutionary' Palm Court to the ' Michelin-starred' grandeur of the main restaurant. We have seen the 'opulent' Marie Antoinette Suite and 'marvelled' at…

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What is The Ritz London?

The Ritz London is a place in 시티오브웨스트민스터 with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
Location시티오브웨스트민스터
TypeHeritage
Story sections9
Total length15 min 46 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates51.5072, -0.1414
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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