Hotel martini bar · St James's
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A St James's institution since 1908 whose martinis come from frozen glasses and even colder spirits with no ice – The New York Times called it one of the world's best.

| What | Hotel martini bar |
|---|---|
| Where | St James's |
| Address | DUKES London, 35 St James's Place, London SW1A 1NY |
| Season and hours | Monday–Saturday 15:00–22:00 (last orders 22:00, bar closes 22:30). Smart casual: no sportswear, shorts or T-shirts (polo shirts allowed). |
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Checked on dukeshotel.com, openstreetmap.org, October 2026. Check seasons and hours with the place before you go.
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