Somerset House Summer Series Returns for Eleventh Time

Released on: June 29, 2012, 5:25 am
Author: HotelMap.com
Industry: Travel

HotelMap.com can help music lovers find the perfect hotel near Somerset House

June 29, 2012, 5:25 am -- /EPR NETWORK/ -- An annual fixture since 2001 the Summer Series of live music events returns to the stunning setting of London's Somerset House. For two weeks, the 18th century courtyard of Somerset House will be filled with the sounds of Katy B, Jill Scott, The Enemy and Paloma Faith among others.

Perhaps the most enchanting location in London for open-air gigs, the neo-classical Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court has capacity for 3,000 music lovers and the combination of cool acoustics, beautiful surroundings and talented acts result in an electrifying atmosphere.

The Somerset House Summer Series runs from 7-19 July and tickets costs between £25 and £37.50.

Finding hotels near West End venues and areas such as Somerset House and Covent Garden has just got a whole lot easier. HotelMap.com displays all of London's hotels pictorially on an interactive map; long, meaningless lists of hotels are a thing of the past.

HotelMap.com users can search for specific hotels, or search by region, landmark or tube station. Hotels can be filtered based on price and room rates can be displayed in Pounds, Euros or American Dollars. Star rating, price and discounts are all clearly displayed and users can move the map around by grabbing and dragging; there's no need to perform a new search. Vicinity to tube lines, car parks, hotels and dining options can also be used as filters.

Hotels near to Somerset House include the three-star Strand Palace Hotel London. Room rates have been slashed by 77% bring prices down to £95 per night. This hotel is less than five minutes from Somerset House, and is right in the heart of theatreland. The hotel boasts a late-license bar and brasserie, perfect for pre-performance drinks and snacks.

The second option suggested by Hotelmap.com is the luxurious five-star One Aldwych, which is even nearer to Somerset House. Rooms at this hotel have been discounted by 19% so prices per night now start at £375. This hotel has an award-winning restaurant and an opulent pool and spa area where no expense has been spared.

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