Introduction: The Doubletree by Hilton Westminster London is within
what would be classed as central London and sits almost opposite the River
Thames. The Thames makes for some great walks along its bank with dedicated
walkways along much of its length. Nearby major shopping restaurants and pubs
can be found on Victoria Street less than half a mile to the north while more
local type amenities are in the surrounding vicinity notably along Vauxhall
bridge Road and away. Some of the best known area such as London's theatreland
are best accessed by public transport being just over a mile from the hotel. A
very short walk from the hotel is the Tate Britain
art gallery (0.21 miles) and just a little further in the other direction is
Parliament Square (0.41 miles) home to the
Houses of
Parliament, House of Lords and
Westminster
Abbey. Other nearby attractions include the
London Aquarium
(0.64 miles), London
Eye (Millennium Wheel) (0.77 miles),
Buckingham
Palace (0.81 miles),
Trafalgar
Square (0.91 miles), Cabinet War Rooms (0.58 miles) and
Queens Gallery
(0.79 miles).
Hotel:
The
Doubletree by Hilton Westminster is modern in style and
amenities, fully sound proofed and an added touch being the addition of an Imac
multimedia entertainment system
in every bedroom. All areas of the hotel have access to the hotels free WiFi high
speed internet connection.
Each room features a flat screen cable television and CD & DVD player (with cd
and dvd library), Floor-to-ceiling glass windows that open, air-conditioning,
Direct dial telephones with voicemail services, Laptop safe, Personal bar,
tea/coffee facility plus biscuits, complimentary wireless internet access, skype, Iron and ironing board and Hairdryer. For the
comfort of the guests beds have anti-allergy pillows and 13.5 tog anti-allergy
duvet. All rooms are en-suite with Walk-in power shower, top brand toiletries
and cotton bathrobes.
Room service is 24 hours.
Newspapers can be delivered to your bedroom.
Express check-in and check out options available.
All floors have lift access.
Room Types:
Standard rooms: as above.
City Club rooms: Guaranteed early arrival from 10am and extended
departure until 4pm. A personal contact in Guest Services provides extra
assistance. A complimentary drink served in the Millbank Lounge daily. In-room
complimentary mineral water refreshed daily. Fruit platter provided on arrival.
Upgraded toiletries. Complimentary daily newspaper.
Suites: Great views of London and the River Thames. Suites have a
separate lounge and dining area. Bath plus walk-in power shower along with
luxury toiletries. A personal contact in Guest Services, free drink each day in
Millbank lounge, fruit platter on arrival, complimentary mineral water.
Accessible rooms: twenty two bedrooms are fully wheelchair accessible.
They also have extra low beds, wider doorways, roll-in shower, raised sink, grab
rails and pull cords.
Dining Options:
City Café : Serves contemporary European cuisine in stylish surroundings
and features an ever changing menu.
Private Dining is also available. The City Cafe has the option for Al Fresco
dining on its terrace (called Art Street) during the summer months. Art Street
provides a covered boulevard created for Mint Hotel Westminster by artist
Susanna Heron. Menu
includes seasonal, pre-theatre and vegetarian options and is complimented by an
extensive wine list and A La Carte options.
Millbank Lounge: Stylish cosmopolitan cocktail bar with a rich ambience.
Large whisky library. Hosts live DJ and music (including jazz). Window booths
can be reserved and there is wireless broadband internet access throughout the
bar. Snacks and light meals. Snack bites and deserts available from the bar. The
bar menu covers dishes from Thailand to European fusion to typical English and
includes vegetarian choices.
Non-residents can enjoy Millbank Lounge to the early morning.
Open until 1.00am Monday to Saturday
The Doubletree by Hilton London Westminster has seven meeting rooms. The each come with internet
access, air-conditioning, Breakout refreshment area and high tech AV equipment.
Portable computer and mobile telephone hire available upon request.
Onsite is a gym open 05.00 till midnight and available only to hotel guests. It
is fitted with cardio and resistance machines along with TV screen and chilled
water.
The hotel is adapted for accessibility and these features include reception
Throughout the hotel, additional accessibility features include reception
induction loop and accessible public toilets.
Parking:
Available but limited and subject to fee.
Room Numbers: 460
Check-in: 14.00 (2 pm) (early check-in with prior arrangement)
Check-out: 11.00 am
Hotel Awards:
Tripadvisor:
2010: 2nd Top 25 European Destinations chosen by Europeans
VisitLondon:
2007: Bronze status for Customer service.
Past Names: Mint Hotel Westminster
(2011), City Inn Westminster (November 2010)