The Lanesborough Awarded Five Stars by Forbes Travel Guide

  • April 25, 2013
The Lanesborough Awarded Five Stars by Forbes Travel Guide
The Lanesborough will be showcased with all of the award recipients on Startle.com, the exclusive destination worldwide for Forbes Travel Guide's star-rated properties. This marks the first hotel ratings in Europe for Forbes Travel Guide, which has anonymously inspected and rated hotels, restaurants and spas since the company's founding in 1958 as Mobil Travel Guide.

Situated on the border of Knightsbridge and Belgravia, in the heart of London, The Lanesborough has long been considered one of the world's most luxurious hotels, recognized for its unsurpassed attention to detail and a level of service that is second to none. Amid elegant surroundings, guests of The Lanesborough enjoy the exquisite Michelin-starred cuisine at Apsleys - a Heinz Beck Restaurant, award-winning Afternoon Tea, The Garden Room – London's most glamorous cigar bar, The Library Bar and an acclaimed collection of vintage cognacs featured in the hotel's Liquid History Collection, The iconic Lanesborough butlers and more.

“We are thrilled to be part of Forbes Travel Guide's inaugural ratings for London hotels,” said Geoffrey Gelardi, Managing Director of The Lanesborough. “The Five-Star Hotel rating is one of the top honors in the industry and represents the finest experiences in global hospitality. It is an honor to be one of the first hotels in London to receive this esteemed designation.”

“Forbes Travel Guide's Star Awards represent the best in class in luxury hospitality, with a primary emphasis on guest engagement and service,” said Michael Cascone, President and COO of Forbes Travel Guide. “Our first London ratings announcement marks our entry into the European market and continues to establish Forbes Travel Guide as the global benchmark for the highest standards in hospitality service and facilities.”

The Lanesborough is the latest addition to the travel ratings system that has been the gold standard in the industry since 1958. For a detailed explanation of how Forbes Travel Guide compiles its Star Ratings, visit www.startle.com/about/ratings.