Vicinity: In the heart of central London just off from
the major tourist attraction of Trafalgar Square. The Corinthia Hotel London
puts many of the best known tourist attractions within walking distance.
Northumberland Avenue and the area round it, notably Whitehall, is home to many
government buildings owing to its close proximity to the Houses of Parliament
(house of commons and house of lords) which less than half a mile away on
Parliament Square. Part of the
Houses of Parliament is
Big Ben, the
large clockhouse that is a popular attraction in the area. Just 100 yards from
the banks of the River Thames. This is a working river with river bus routes,
river sightseeing trips and barges keeping the river busy. There is a dedicated
walking route along its northern edge and there are many areas so sit and relax
watching the passing river traffic. The stretch nearest the hotel is called
Victoria Embankment and its here you will the Egyptian obelisk known as
Cleopatra's Needle which is some 600 years old. The northern end of
Northumberland Avenue is where you will find
Trafalgar Square (350 yards). Famous for its pigeons even though the local
council have tried to stop their feeding and for the towering nelsons Column
surrounding by four lion statues. On Trafalgar Square is the National Portrait
Gallery and places to eat. It also marks the south western corner of the West
End which is bordered by Oxford Circus, Bloomsbury and Aldwych. This is where
the bulk of London's Theatres are located along with the huge selection of
restaurants, bars and shops. There are 10 theatres within a third of a mile of
the hotel. London's most popular attraction, the
London Eye
(Millennium Wheel), is just 0.3 miles away at the southern end of
Westminster Bridge. Its a similar distance to
Covent Garden
which is just the other side of the Strand and a great place at night with its
fashionable bars and covered pizza with two markets open during the day.
Hotel:
Occupying the historic Metropole building and with some great views over the
River Thames is the luxury Corinthia Hotel London. The hotel offers elegant
modern luxury accommodation. Interior design by GA Design International. Became
the first hotel to house a Harrods boutique store in July 2011. The Harrods shop
can be found in the lobby of the Corinthia hotel.
Bedrooms are larger than normally found in London with bedrooms measuring 30m²
to 45 m². Suites measure 108 m² to 470 m².
Bedrooms come with Lowe LCD TV, free wireless internet access, a private bar and
a Nespresso Coffee machine. Bathrooms are marble and have under floor heating.
They also have a separate bath and tropical rain shower.
Each of the signature suites takes its inspiration from a great figure in
British history including a musician, inventor and writer.
Of the 45 suites some are located on duplex floors, inside historic turrets, and
feature private lifts and terraces. The 2 bedroom Royal Suite is one of the
largest in London at 470 m². Top floor suites look out over the River Thames.
There are 7 signature suites with double height ceilings and their own private
lift access.
Dining:
Featuring 2 restaurants and a concept cocktail bar called Bassoon (created by
David Collins with a sophisticated luxury and 'residential' style). One
restaurant is a fish and sea food specialty establishment while the other is an
all day new wave British restaurant.
The Northall: All-day dining every day of the week in this supremely-elegant modern British
grill. Using seasonal ingredients and serving informal menus at accessible
prices along with a private fine dining area.
Massimo's Restaurant and Oyster Bar: Fining dining a la carte
establishment. Serve speciality Mediterranean
seafood in a room whose seven-metre high ceilings offer a wonderfully open, airy
feel. The menu uses sustainably sourced ingredients and also serves home made
pastas. Excellent wine list.
Bassoon: Distinctive, modern and vibrant design complemented by a touch of art
deco with a relaxed and intimate ambience. The restaurant offers a relaxed, welcoming ambience with intimate seating.
The in-house mixologists create a theatrical display as they blend innovative
cocktails incorporating seasonal flavours.
The Corinthia Hotel London has an elegant hotel
lobby lounge which offers a relaxing
environment all day ling for hotel guests. Features a Baccarat Chandelier and
overlooks the maple-lined courtyard. The lobby lunge is centrally located with
the hotel. A tea sommelier is on hand to advise on the range of teas being
served.
There is also a luxury spa, ESP Spa (the largest in London at the time of
Corinthia Hotels opening) with 23 treatment
rooms and is 2140 m² on 4 levels.
The hotel's Victorian Ballroom has a seating capacity for 180 guests while the
Court room offers a 100 seat capacity Court Room. Both venues are flooded with
natural daylight.
Boardroom facilities and entertainment rooms are also available.
Room Numbers: 294 (45 suites)
Check-in: from 07.00
Check-out: till 17.00
Comment: Bought by in 2008 by a group consisting of Malta's International
Hotel Investments p.l.c. (IHI), the Libyan Foreign Investment Company (LFICO)
and Istithmar Hotels FZE of Dubai. Purchased together with 10 Whitehall Place in
a $264 million dollar deal.
The Corinthia London hotel opened in April 2011 and has regained its former glory having been a luxury hotel in the 1880's
(The Metropole Hotel opened 1886). It was taken over by the government during
the first world war and then returned to use as a hotel at the wars end. In 1936
it was again leased by the UK government and was used mainly by the ministry of
defence until the building was left dormant in 2006.
Awards: Hotel Spa of the
Year European Hospitality Awards 2011
