I was eager to try Brown's for its storied history and excellent location. On the plus side, the restaurants (both Charlie's and the Drawing Rooms) were excellent, as was the concierge service. On the minus side, my room facing Dover Street was so noisy that I had to move because I couldn't sleep. There's a club there that features screaming, outdoor singing and the revving of engines late into the night--and that's during the week. I could still hear the din on the Albermarle side, but at least I managed to get some sleep. For £785 a night, I expect better. I also expect carpeting in the room, rather than plank floors more suited to a log cabin than a fine hotel.