The Langham Hotel in London’s City of Westminster opened its doors in 1865 as Europe’s first “Grand Hotel.” Built on the site of a former mansion, it quickly became a favored establishment among royalty, celebrities, and influential figures. During World War II, the hotel suffered damage from bombing raids but was restored and continued operations.

The Langham has a rich history of reported paranormal activity. Room 333 is infamous for its ghostly encounters, with guests and staff reporting sightings of a Victorian-era gentleman in evening wear. This spirit is believed to be the ghost of a doctor who allegedly committed suicide in the room.

Another frequently encountered spirit is that of Napoleon III, who lived at the Langham during his exile. Staff members have reported seeing his apparition in the basement and corridors. The ghost of a German prince who reportedly jumped to his death from an upper-floor window has been seen in the hotel’s hallways.

A playful spirit, believed to be that of a young boy, is said to haunt the fourth floor, often heard giggling and moving objects. Some guests have reported feeling a presence in their rooms, experiencing cold spots, and witnessing objects moving on their own.

The hotel’s most active area is said to be the Langham Club lounge, where staff have reported seeing a man in Victorian attire who disappears when approached. Unexplained noises, lights turning on and off, and doors opening and closing by themselves have been reported throughout the building.

Despite renovations and modernizations over the years, the Langham Hotel’s paranormal reputation persists, with new ghostly encounters regularly reported by guests and employees alike.