Taking its design cues from the museums that surround it – the V&A and the Natural History are within walking distance – the culture vulture-friendly Pelham is a mix between town- and farmhouse, a rare mix among London’s hotels; inside the interiors lend themselves to original artworks, rich fabrics and wood panelling, with 52 fabulous rooms used to showcase its eclectic sense of style. Amenities include an old-world library (complete with dust-covered tomes that weigh more than any jet-setter’s overloaded suitcase) and Bistro Fifteen, an elegant eatery that serves up British classics with a twist. We likey, a lot.