Savoy Hotel
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historic luxury hotel in London, England, UK
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to The Savoy, one of London's most historic and glamorous hotels, situated on the bustling Strand in the heart of the city. Opened on the sixth of August, eighteen eighty-nine, it has for one hundred and thirty-five years…
Listen in the app2The Iconic Lobby and Bertram Pegram Freezes
The lobby of The Savoy is where the hotel's legendary status is first felt. The 'snazzy shiny floor' and the distinctive fragrance of the hotel create an immediate sense of grandeur. …
Listen in the app3The American Bar — A Cocktail Legend
The American Bar is arguably the most famous cocktail bar in the world and the oldest surviving one in London. It is named after the 'American-style' mixed drinks that were introduced here in the late nineteenth century. …
Listen in the app4The Red Lift — London's First Electric Lift
One of the most innovative features of the original Savoy was the 'Ascending Room,' better known today as the Red Lift. This was the first electric lift in London, powered by its own electricity supply. …
Listen in the app5The Thames Foyer and Afternoon Tea
The Thames Foyer is the heart of the hotel's social life and is world-famous for its Afternoon Tea. This space was once used for 'Tea and Tango' sessions in the early twentieth century, pioneering new styles of music and dance in…
Listen in the app6The Royal Suite and the Gucci Connection
The Royal Suite at The Savoy has a fascinating connection to the world of fashion. Guccio Gucci, the founder of the famous Italian fashion house, worked at the hotel as a luggage porter when he was in his teens. …
Listen in the app7Dining with Gordon Ramsay — The River Restaurant
The Savoy is home to several restaurants, including three managed by the celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay: The Savoy Grill, The River Restaurant, and Restaurant eighteen ninety. The River Restaurant is particularly 'stunning' with…
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As we conclude our tour of The Savoy, we are reminded that this is more than just a glitzy hotel; it is an 'iconic location' in London's cultural history. From its theater roots to its role as a pioneer of electricity and modern…
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What is Savoy Hotel?
Savoy Hotel is a place in 시티오브웨스트민스터 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 시티오브웨스트민스터 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 51.5099, -0.1202 |
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