This blogs shares some of London's best kept secrets... read more to discover a few of our favourite hidden speakeasy bars in the capital

OCTO, Mayfair - Descend the golden-clad stairs hidden beyond Amazonico and discover OCTO, an exclusive, destination cocktail bar that has a resident DJ offering signature elec-tropical beats.

Upstairs at Langans, Mayfair - Atop Langan’s sweeping staircase you will find Mayfair’s best kept secret. Be transported to a world of sophistication, character, and fun, featuring a rolling roster of internationally-renowned DJs and breath-taking live music performances. Upstairs is the perfect spot to enjoy after-work or after-dinner cocktails, or truly let your hair down and dance until the early hours.

Sotto Bar, Soho – Every Wednesday to Saturday experience live music with authentic Italian cuisine and signature cocktails in both Bocconcino Mayfair and Soho. The Sotto bar is below Bocconcino Soho, where Italian elegance meets speakeasy ambiance.

Meraki Bar & Living Room, Marylebone – Enjoy some delicious Greek food, before following the secret doorway to reach the Mykonos club scene without leaving London.

Nolita Social, Knightsbridge – Tucked beneath Sette restaurant in Bvlgari Hotel, this “underground” lounge offers a curated mix of live music sessions and DJ sets Thursday to Saturday.

Nightjar Carnaby, Soho - Nightjar Carnaby is a louche underground lair hidden below Kingly Court, serving up theatrical, inventive cocktails with a garnish of nightly live music.

The Vault at Milroys, Soho - Milroy’s was London’s first ever specialist whisky store that has now been transformed into an underground, candlelit cocktail bar with bare brick walls, chesterfield couches, and live music on Mondays called The Vault.