So far this has seen the renovation of suites and executive rooms as well as the lobby and ground floor F&B spaces. The renovation is ongoing, with the rest of the rooms set to be spruced up (though entire floors are blocked off to buffer the sound, and I didn't notice any noise or disruption during my stay).
WHERE IS IT? Located in Mayfair, the hotel is within walking distance of key landmarks including Buckingham Palace and Green Park. The closest underground connections are Hyde Park Corner (for the Piccadilly line) and Green Park (for the Victoria, Piccadilly and Jubilee lines). It's also easy to hail an Uber or taxi.
WHAT'S IT LIKE? The revamped lobby attracts plenty of hustle and bustle, with a more open sociable space bathed in gold-toned hues, with comfy seating and a stunning art installation of suspended leaves by London designer Giles Miller. As a suite-guest, I was taken to the executive floor for a private check-in with a glass of fizz.
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ROOMS The hotel has 453 rooms including 56 suites. These range from the entry level Queen Guest Room (22-27 sqm) to the very lavish Presidential Suite (125 sqm). I stayed in the newly renovated Oxford Suite, located on the 26th floor, which was dressed in creams, neutrals and pops of mustard. Decorative pieces like fresh orchids, attractive ceramic glassware, modern furnishings and funky lighting created an upmarket residential vibe.
A lovely lounge/dining room features plush carpets, elegant drapes and modern furniture including a six-person dining table. The sofa was comfortable, and there was a huge wall-mounted TV. A pantry featured a Nespresso machine and Newby tea.
The lack of a master switch was a bit frustrating given the size of the suite and multitude of individual lights and lamps.
Moving through to the bedroom, you pass through a dressing area/work station. On the one hand, the area felt private and quiet with both doors closed and a functional desk offered a solid place to work. On the other hand, the practicality of having a work station in a through-closet could be tricky when travelling with others.
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The bedroom was large with an enormous super king bed that backed onto a large mustard headboard and featured side tables with USB ports and sockets. I loved the day bed lining the window - the perfect place to soak...
WHERE IS IT? Located in Mayfair, the hotel is within walking distance of key landmarks including Buckingham Palace and Green Park. The closest underground connections are Hyde Park Corner (for the Piccadilly line) and Green Park (for the Victoria, Piccadilly and Jubilee lines). It's also easy to hail an Uber or taxi.
WHAT'S IT LIKE? The revamped lobby attracts plenty of hustle and bustle, with a more open sociable space bathed in gold-toned hues, with comfy seating and a stunning art installation of suspended leaves by London designer Giles Miller. As a suite-guest, I was taken to the executive floor for a private check-in with a glass of fizz.
[https://cdn.magzter.com/1450191940/1713803923/articles/Xb77MSw8g1715860623885/0688188811.jpg]
ROOMS The hotel has 453 rooms including 56 suites. These range from the entry level Queen Guest Room (22-27 sqm) to the very lavish Presidential Suite (125 sqm). I stayed in the newly renovated Oxford Suite, located on the 26th floor, which was dressed in creams, neutrals and pops of mustard. Decorative pieces like fresh orchids, attractive ceramic glassware, modern furnishings and funky lighting created an upmarket residential vibe.
A lovely lounge/dining room features plush carpets, elegant drapes and modern furniture including a six-person dining table. The sofa was comfortable, and there was a huge wall-mounted TV. A pantry featured a Nespresso machine and Newby tea.
The lack of a master switch was a bit frustrating given the size of the suite and multitude of individual lights and lamps.
Moving through to the bedroom, you pass through a dressing area/work station. On the one hand, the area felt private and quiet with both doors closed and a functional desk offered a solid place to work. On the other hand, the practicality of having a work station in a through-closet could be tricky when travelling with others.
[https://cdn.magzter.com/1450191940/1713803923/articles/Xb77MSw8g1715860623885/5155885581.jpg]
The bedroom was large with an enormous super king bed that backed onto a large mustard headboard and featured side tables with USB ports and sockets. I loved the day bed lining the window - the perfect place to soak...
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