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Central London is, of course, an exciting whirlwind of life and action, people and places. But we’re very fortunate that both of our London hotels, The Dorchester and 45 Park Lane, are positioned right on the edge of the gloriously enormous Hyde Park. This is the largest of London’s four Royal Parks and covers 350 acres of open grassland and tree-lined avenues. It’s open from early morning until midnight, so a stroll away from the crowds is possible whenever you may choose.

Coworth Park is a 240-acre playground of woodlands and fields, providing a welcome breath of fresh air for the whole family.

At our country house that rewrites the rules, Coworth Park is all about space. Apart from the hotel team you’re much more likely to see a horse or a duck than another person.

Our two Parisian hotels, Hôtel Plaza Athénée and Le Meurice, are both within easy walking distance of the splendid river Seine.

This famous waterway, flowing right through Paris, offers fabulous views, particularly at sunset, and wonderful strolls along the edge of the water, away from the busy streets of this beautiful city.

The elegant, landscaped estate of Hotel Bel-Air is famous for its protective culture, ushered away from the usual clamour of Hollywood. This is a place of quiet grace and leafy gardens, perfectly hidden away from the crowds and surrounded by nature.

And, similarly, The Beverly Hills Hotel is set within twelve fragrant acres of tropical gardens and exotic flowers. Walking through these provides a serenity not normally associated with the star-studded world of Beverly Hills!

For such a busy city, Milan is home to a surprisingly large variety of tranquil gardens within walking distance of Hotel Principe di Savoia. These are the best way to escape the crowds and enjoy our special Milanese sunshine. Two of the largest gardens in Milan are Parco Sempione, which is often compared to New York’s Central Park! The enormous 95-acres of greenery offers enough space to lose a whole day in exploration. And, even closer to the hotel, awaits Milan’s second largest green space, Giardini Indro Montanelli. This elegant and historic garden was the first to be created in the city and offers something for everyone from shaded trails to sunny walks, or just lying down and enjoying the fresh air.

Hotel Eden, in Rome, is famous for its enviable lofty position, high above the city and with views over the splendid Borghese Gardens – which offer a wonderfully local place of serenity. Also, close to Villa Borghese, the 16^th century Villa Medici and its gardens reflect the classic landscaping style of its larger neighbour. 

But in a city of elegant villas, extraordinary gardens abound. Our other favourites for some peace and a healthy dose of greenery are the 12-hectare park of Orto Botanico, and the grounds of Villa Doria Pamphilj, which holds the honour of being the largest landscaped public park in Rome.