The Metropolitan Hotel - London

Introduction: The Metropolitan Hotel 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 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 the major attractions.

Hotel:
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. A contemporary urban hotel with a chic, hip and minimalist style featuring floor to ceiling windows. Style and service is what the hotel strives for which is evident from the Emporio Armani uniforms the staff all wear.

Bedrooms have been designed by 'Keith Hobbs' and feature pear-wood panelling and suede upholstery along with antique Asian furnishings. They intentionally make use of natural light and have a chic style. Each room provides direct dial phone lines with private number and voicemail, WiFi high speed internet access, safe, individual climate control, minibar, desk space, steam iron and ironing board, modem points, ISDN line, interactive cable TV, CD player, fax machine, en-suite facilities and hairdryer. Video recorders and printers can be requested. 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 Studio: 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.
Park Studio: Mostly views over Hyde Park.
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:
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.
Penthouse Suite: up to two bedrooms. 42" plasma TV wit Bose surround sound system and personal assistant on call.
Apartments:
The 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:
Nobu London restaurant: 150 seats. Designed by United Designs. The first NoBu to open in Europe and 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.
Lunch-12 PM-2:15 PM
Dinner-Mon-Sat 6 PM-10:30 PM Sun 6 PM - 9:45 PM
Met Bar: Very famous bar with a big reputation which is open only to members and hotel guests between 21.00 and 03.00, its often the place that well known celebrities and stars will spend an evening. Featuring leather booths its located by the hotel lobby the bar has a reputation as a cool and sophisticated venue to the sound of live music ( varied mix from cabaret to rock and everything in between). Serves innovative in-house and classic cocktails along with Champagnes and snacks (all day).
White Room: This is where breakfast is served. 07.00 till 11.30.

The hotel has its own spa facility called the COMO Shambhala Urban Escape. 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 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.