If you are planning trips to the English capital you can rest assured that there are many great options when it comes to accommodation. For example, if you book London hotels through us here at Grange Hotels, you will benefit from luxurious surroundings and a superb level of service.

However, to really get the most from your adventures in the city, it can pay off to think carefully about where you want to be based. After all, London is a large place with a population of over seven million, so it is a good idea to ensure you are situated in the right area.

For example, if there is a particular tourist attraction you are keen to see, you may want to establish where it is and then search for hotels in London that are nearby. The same applies if you are eager to see West End shows, dine in certain restaurants and so on.

After all, holidays are supposed to be relaxing, so cutting down the amount of time you spend getting from A to B can help you make the most from your break.

The great news is, we offer rooms in London hotels in a wide variety of locations, meaning you should not struggle to get places that are perfect for you.

To find out more about our hotels, as well as our range of conference venues in London, simply take a look around our website or get in touch with our friendly and professional team.

Being one of the major cultural capitals of the world, London is a great place to catch a musical and 2011 is no exception to this. Of course, if you do not live in the city, it can be a hassle to get back to your hometown after such shows, but booking a stay in a London hotel is the perfect solution to this problem.

So, if you are eager to stay in hotels in London to see musicals, you ought to check out the theatre listings to see what's on in coming months.

For example, Billy Elliot: The Musical is being staged at the Victoria Palace Theatre until mid-December. This fantastic offering is based on the hit film and it features music by Elton John.

Meanwhile, Blood Brothers is being shown at the Phoenix Theatre until November this year. Focussing on a pair of twins from Liverpool, this story contains themes ranging from friendship to anger and is a must-see for fans of this genre.

Another offering that may encourage you to book London hotels is Chicago, which is on stage at the Cambridge Theatre until the end of April. Based on the play by Maurine Dallas Watkins, this is a true crowd-puller and it centres on the story of chorus girl Roxie.

Of course, there are many more musical delights on offer, including Crazy For You at the Open Air Theatre in Regent's Park and Coco at Sadler's Wells.

There is plenty of information online concerning what is showing and the sooner you start looking, the less likely it is you will miss out on a musical you are desperate to see.

Even if you are using conference facilities in London, you should still make the time to hit the West End.