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It’s not just about the Olympics this summer in London. Prior to the Games, England is celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, and you’re invited to the party. Ben Moroski shows you how with the top five hotel packages and promotions that let you celebrate the Queen just like a Londoner.

Coming up June 2-5 is the Diamond Jubilee celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s 60 years on the throne. If you want to be a part of these unique and regal festivities, now is your chance. Hotels all over London are coming up with their own celebrations and  special Diamond Jubilee packages. Here are our five favorite packages.

VIP Access with 51 Buckingham Gate

What better place to ring in Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond Jubilee than Buckingham Palace? Now you have the opportunity to stay within walking distance of the famed royal residence at 51 Buckingham Gate, the five-star London hotel. Their Diamond Jubilee Package features a  junior suite for two, breakfast and Royal Afternoon Tea for two, exclusive Diamond Jubilee gifts and two tickets to the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant including VIP seats on the jetty grandstand. The package is valid for a minimum two-night stay between June 2 and 5, 2012. Rates start at ￡1,149 excluding VAT. For reservations, call +44 (0)20 7769 7766 or email reservations@51-buckinghamgate.co.uk .

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