Introduction: The Metropolitan Hotel London first opened in February 1997. Under the shadow of the
Hilton Park Lane the hotel enjoys the same benefits from this
location at the Hyde Park Corner end of Park Lane. Right opposite
the hotel is the wonderful Hyde Park. Here there is so much to do
and see with and less landscaped gardens and statues throughout
along with several snacks bars and restaurants, a lake with boating
and the Serpentine gallery. The Park itself joins seamlessly with
Kensington Park Gardens where at its far end is the Dianna memorial
fountain and Kensington palace, where Diana Princess of Wales lived.
Just the other side of Hyde Park Corner you have the start of the
grounds of Buckingham Palace (the palace itself is less than half a
mile away) bordered by Green park while to the West is the start of
Knightsbridge. Perhaps synonymous with Harrods department store but
a major upmarket shopping area in its own right. The hotel is less
than 200 yards from Piccadilly to the south where again there's a
good range of shops including Fortnum and Mason and which leads down
to Piccadilly Circus (0.7 miles) which is really the heart of
tourist London (in the opinion of
milesfaster.co.uk
) and the major night-time spots (including what's known as Theatre
Land). The Metropolitan hotel of course is on the border of Mayfair and one of
the most affluent spots to live in the UK. Its favoured by many
large corporations as a site for offices because of the kudos having
a Mayfair address brings. 0.7 miles to the north is Marble Arch and
Oxford Street while Bond Street and its exclusive fashion and
Jewellery shops is less than half a mile to the east. Park Lane is
busy main road and Hyde Park Corner one of London's busiest
junctions, however there are underpasses' for pedestrians' so this
is not a problem. Actually within the centre of The junction is an
area for sitting for pedestrians and here are points of interest
such as Wellington Arch and some statues such as the memorial to the
machine gun corps of the first world war. Opposite the junction is
Number One London, Apsley House which was the former home of the
Duke of Wellington. All in all an ideal location for a sightseeing
holiday with good transport links and easy access to
Hotel:
The Metropolitan Hotel is part of the Como group of hotels and
resorts who have a mission statement to bring stylish accommodation
that combines both the east and the west to the market. Owned by
Christina Ong. The Metropolitan Hotel is a contemporary urban hotel
with a chic, hip and minimalist style featuring floor to ceiling
windows. The interior is belied by the understated box style
exterior. Style and service is what the hotel strives for which is
evident from the Emporio Armani uniforms the staff all wear. The
choice of stars when they stay in London with guests that include
the Beckhams, Rihanna and Bruce Willis.
Of the 150 bedrooms 100 have views over Hyde Park.
Guest rooms have been designed by 'Keith Hobbs' and feature
pear-wood panelling and suede upholstery along with antique Asian
furnishings to give a warm and welcoming feel. They intentionally
make use of natural light and have a chic style. Each room provides
direct dial phone lines with private number and voicemail,
complimentary WiFi high speed internet access, safe, individual
climate control, minibar, desk space, steam iron and ironing board,
modem points, iPod docking station (in Studios and Suites),
interactive cable TV with internet access, CD/DVD player, fax
machine, en-suite facilities and hairdryer. Video recorders and
printers can be requested. Electronic do not disturb sign. Beds have
300 thread count Egyptian linen. Top brand toiletries supplied.
24 hour room service includes the menu from Nobu and traditional
snacks such as burgers and club sandwiches. Lift access to all
floors. Daily maid service and evening turndown service.
Rooms:
City Rooms: open-plan with views over Mayfair, with
banquettes, a dining table, dressing table and desk. Note that a
second queen-bedded room can be interconnected. Most bathrooms have
a bath and shower while some have a walk-in shower.
City Studio: King-sized bed. There is a desk, separate
sitting area with a dining table and a generous walk-in wardrobe.
The design is especially suited to travellers who like urban,
open-plan living. A second bedroom 'a queen City Room' can be
connected on request.
Metropolitan Rooms: Oversized rooms with views of London
Parks. The king-sized bed, large desk and comfortable banquette
seating area make for a soothing, contemporary space with an
abundance of natural light.
Park Studio: Mostly views over Hyde Park. Open-plan with
separate zones for work, rest and play including a large sitting
area.
King Park: Smaller than the studio rooms, and have direct views of
Hyde Park.
King City: Similar to our King Park but all have views of Mayfair
Queen Room: Smaller and so suited to singles, mostly views of
Mayfair. En-suite is either bath and shower or a large walk-in
shower.
Suites:
Park Suite: Light-filled with views of Hyde Park through
full-length windows. King-sized bed, an open plan sitting area and
small balcony overlooking the Park. Can connect to a Metropolitan
Room.
Superior Park Suite: Single bedroom, views over Hyde Park.
Separate living area with dining table and guest cloakroom. Bang &
Olufsen entertainment system.
Deluxe Park Suite: Views over Hyde Park. Have up to three
bedrooms. Spacious in all areas and Located on the top floor of the
hotel. Floor-to-ceiling windows. Bang & Olufsen entertainment
system.
COMO Suite: 110 sq metres. 10th floor suite with separate
living room, bedroom and guest WC. Floor-to-ceiling windows with
views of Hyde Park. The bathroom features a free-standing bathtub
with floor-to-ceiling, park-facing windows. The living room has a
vast relaxation area with a dining table. There is also a balcony
with a Japanese rock garden. The COMO Suite can be interconnected
with a Metropolitan Room.
The Metropolitan hotel also has
annexe sites in the
neighbouring road of Hertford Street and Brick Street where its 19
apartments are located. They are all 1100 sq ft or more with two
bedrooms and two bathrooms (one of which is en-suite to the master
bedroom). Guests of course still have of the facilities at the main
hotel building. Inside are modern styled lounges and dining room
along with a kitchen. Apartments are service during weekdays with
round the clock room and laundry service.
Dining:
The Metropolitan Hotel London offers several options for dining or a relaxing
drink.
Nobu London restaurant: 150 seats. Designed by United
Designs. The first NoBu to open in Europe in a joint venture with
Robert De Niro and restauranteur Drew Nieporent. located on the
first floor with a dedicated entrance from Old Park Lane the
restaurant features Japanese/South American cuisine along with
incredible views of Hyde Park. Highly energised space serving
Japanese-Peruvian cuisine for the modern generation. Specialities
include black cod with miso, sashimi salad with Matsuhisa soy sauce
dressing, Hamachi sashimi with jalapenos, and squid 'pasta' with
light garlic sauce.
Open for lunch and dinner.
Met Bar: Brand new look in 2011. Very famous bar with a big reputation
which is well known for being where celebrities and stars will often spend
an evening. Its located by the hotel lobby and the bar is a cool and
sophisticated venue to the sound of live music ( varied mix from cabaret to
rock and everything in between). Serving an expansive range of cocktails,
wines, vintage champagnes' (by the glasss) and seasonal British classic
cuisine. Enjoy bespoke chocolates by Laurent Couchaux.
Sample dishes include potted shrimps, fennel and orange baby loaf, with a
parsley and chilli salad, and ham hock and parsley terrine with a beetroot
and pickled walnut salad. Main courses include lemon poached monkfish,
kedgeree cakes, fresh vegetable salad with a honey and mustard dressing and
Dedham Dale beef and Stilton pie with sloe gin gravy.
Open: 09.00 till 02.00 (till midnight Sunday and Monday).
White Room: This is where the al la carte breakfast is served
from a fresh menu including homemade pastries. Other options include
juices, fruit plates and smoothies. Rich Italian coffees are
available as well as a full English breakfast. The White Room is a
bright, sun-filled room.
The Metropolitan Hotel has introduced 'Brekkie-To-Go', a takeaway
breakfast service available to overnight guests. It include fresh
juices, pastries, coffee or tea and is collected from Reception.
Traditional Afternoon tea meets contemporary chic: The
Metropolitan gives a cool touch of avant-garde and waist-friendly
chic to afternoon tea. The selections of sweet and savoury cupcakes,
fruit scones, and 'no-bread sandwiches' are made using healthful
alternatives including flour substitutes, and low fat crème fraîche.
Fresh fruit pures replace unrefined sugars. Olive oil is instead of
butter, as well as natural, organic and locally sourced produce
wherever possible. The menu is accompanied by a selection of fruit
infusions and an 'Ultimate Iced Tea' as well as a seasonal selection
of ‘Eco-Tini’s’ to choose from. This is the hotels '
Afternoon
De-Light' menu and is available Monday to Saturday 14.00 till
18.00
Lobby Dining: Lobby menu is available from 08.00 till 18.00.
Relax in the comfy sofas or in the adjoining Met Bar on the ground
floor. Dishes range from the staple Met Club sandwich to healthful
salads from the COMO Shambhala Cuisine menu.
The Metropolitan hotel London has its own spa facility called the
COMO Shambhala Urban Escape find in the basement area. Two treatment
rooms allow the guests a range of holistic treatments and massages
which include Como Shambhala Massage, Environ facials, Head, Neck
and Shoulder Massage, Therapeutic Massage, Aromatherapy, Shiatsu,
Thai Massage, Tui'na Chinese medicinal Massage, Reflexology, Reiki,
Jet lag therapy, Yoga or Personal training session. Treatments
available 09.00 till 21.00.
The facility also includes a well equipped gymnasium and a
relaxation area where you will find a steam room with power showers.
Gym is open 06.30 till 22.00.
There are 4 meeting/event room at the Metropolitan Hotel that are styled
in the same cool contemporary style as the rest of the hotel. Fitted
with high tech amenities including large screen plasma TV's and WiFi
internet access. The largest room, The Met Space, can accommodate up
to 50 delegates.
All public areas are fully air-conditioned and have WiFi internet
access.
Boutique shop located in the lobby sells exclusive gifts. The hotel
offers secretarial services.
The hotel concierge team have a reputation for getting guests into
any London club. There is a business centre where high speed
internet access is available.
Parking:
Valet parking onsite. (charge)
Room Numbers: 155
Check-in: 14.00 (2pm) (express option)
Check-out: 12.00 noon
Note: Do not confuse
this hotel with the Hilton owned
Metropole Hotel on Edgware Road.
London
Hotel Awards:
Nobu restaurant
is a
Michelin One Star holder
Green Tourism Business Scheme 2010: Silver in Corporate
Social Responsibility and Environmental Efforts
Institutional Investor Magazine 2006 Best Hotel in London
Sherman's Travel 2010: Top Ten Party Hotels
Visit London
2007: Bronze status for best large hotel
2005: Gold award for best large hotel
Condé Nast Readers' Choice Awards:
2008: 2008: Gold Status for Ambience/Design
2007: Gold status for Food
2006: Top 10 UK Leisure Hotels
