London's iconic Savoy Hotel popularly referred to as "Palace by the Thames" re-opened on 10 October after 3 years. The hotel had been closed temporarily for a massive renovation that cost an estimated £220 million pounds.
Upper Thames foyer of the Savoy Hotel.

In the past, the hotel has played host to Hollywood stars like Judy Garland and Charlie Chaplin, royals from around the world, Prime Ministers and other dignitaries. The pictures of some of the famous guests adorn the walls of the hotel.

A check-in desk at the Savoy Hotel.

The reflection of the beautiful Thames foyer from a grand piano at the Savoy.

The reflection of the beautiful Thames foyer from a grand piano at the Savoy.

Visitors at the hotel's American Bar speak to the barman.

British actor and author Stephen Fry popular for his role as Jeeves in the TV series 'Jeeves and Wooster', arrives at the hotel.

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A barman at the Beaufort bar of the Savoy Hotel.

Foyer of the hotel.

A suite at the Savoy Hotel that can be best described as magnificent.

The grand piano at the hotel's American Bar.

The stairway at the Savoy that leads to the reception.

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