England Take on South Africa for the Final Test Match of the Summer


Released on: July 17, 2012, 8:12 am
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LondonTown.com has the low-down on the best hotels to stay at for the Investec 3rd Test: England v South Africa

-- /EPR NETWORK/ -- For the final Test match of the year, and possibly the deciding match of the season and international rankings, England take on South Africa at Lord's Cricket Ground from 16 to 20 August.

England are currently riding high as the leaders of the cricket world after wins against Australia, but South Africa may pose the biggest threat to the leaders yet. South Africa's Dale Steyn and Morne Morkel are arguably the most dangerous fast bowling pair in the world. The South Africans aren't short of batsmen either; Graeme Smith, Jacques Kallis and AB de Villiers are sure to put England's skills to the test.

To enjoy the five-day Investec 3 rd Test: England v South Africa match, cricket fans are advised by LondonTown.com, the number one Internet site for London, to use London hotels near Lord's Cricket Ground in St. John's Wood.

To make life easier for Test cricket fans, LondonTown.com has negotiated discounts at some of the capital's best hotels, including those in and around St. John's Wood, for easy access to Lord's. Discounts of as much as 80% are available at nearby London hotels.

For instance, the Hilton London Metropole Hotel, a mere 15 minutes' walk from the Investec 3rd Test: England v South Africa , is now available from £79 per room, per night owing to a reduction of as much as 80%. This slick, modern four-star hotel has two restaurants, two bars and a coffee shop as well as a health club, swimming pool and large spacious rooms.

Another hotel in the region, just 13 minutes from the venue is the Colonnade Hotel London. Room rates now start at £94 per night, thanks to a 77% discount. This quaint, attractive, historic property in the heart of Little Venice is sumptuous, elegant and comfortable. It too boasts an on-side restaurant and it's just two minutes from Warwick Avenue tube station.

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