The Exclusive Haunts of London's Elite

It's not uncommon to see famous faces walking through the streets of London, with the city long being a hot bed of celebrity sightings and activity, particularly the exclusive clubs and bars that are scattered across the city.

Indeed, many bars in London's more fashionable areas boast an almost exclusively celebrity clientele. Bungalow 8 for example, located in the Covent Garden area of London, is a regular haunt of many famous people. The brainchild of popular New York hostess Amy Sacco, Bungalow 8 is a fashionable, subterranean with regular guests including Kelly Osbourne, Kate Moss, Damien Hurst and top designer Christopher Kane, who held his Dazed and Confused Fashion Week after party in the club. With bottles of water alone costing £10 though, you'd better be ready to spend like a celebrity as you rub shoulders with them.

Maddox is another upmarket establishment. A top members-only bar situated in the Mayfair area, this bar was designed by renowned designer Sammy Chams, who created a minimal space with room for a bar, boutique club area and an Italian restaurant with the main focal point being the glass encased DJ booth at the top of a staircase. Playing a mix of funky house, R 'n B and chart hits, Maddox has a wide range of cocktails and food on offer, sure to please even the most discerning of London clubbers, with top names seen at the club including P Diddy and Keira Knightley.

Arguably the hottest West End late night haunt is Maya in the Soho area, decorated in stunning colours with walls clad with transparent screens etched in a mosaic effect, which alternate through a spectrum of vivid fluorescent colours during the night. With most nights in Maya packed full of upbeat and friendly club goers the atmosphere is always vibrant, with table service being provided by a fleet of waitresses clad in bright yellow hotpant-length playsuits. With a music policy ranging from current rock acts to 70's cheese, the dancefloor is busy all night long helping to sustain a tremendous atmosphere.

Of course it's not just pubs and clubs where London's social elite can be found. Many spas in London, particularly establishments in the Notting Hill, Chelsea and Mayfair area of the city, generally count at least a few famous faces as customers, eager to look their best for the next big social function. With services ranging from facials, manicures and pedicures to the use of facilities such as saunas, swimming pools and gyms, London spas offer members of the public the chance to look and feel as good as their favourite celebs.

Of course, you don't have to spend like a celebrity to live like one. Plenty of London establishments, be they bars, clubs or spas, offer great services at reasonable prices and, with a little research, they're not too hard to find.

Disclaimer: Matthew Pressman writes for a wide variety of commercial clients. This article is intended for information purposes only and readers should seek additional information before taking any actions based on its content.