Rocco Forte Brown's Hotel

Hotel:
The Brown's Hotel has a character of refined English charm and sophistication. The interior marries the new and contemporary with the hotels original Victorian feel. An iconic hotel where the bar was once said to be a favourite of Britain's war time leader, Winston Churchill.
Bedrooms are designed by Olga Polizzi and combine modern features with traditional furnishing and are all individually decorated. Added touches include antiques, books and original English paintings. Amenities include en-suite (large tub with steam room/shower), Two line phones, Multi-channel flat-screen LCD televisions, Ipod docking station, Interactive video on demand, High-speed Internet access, 110/240 V converter outlets, UK and US modems, Individually controlled air-conditioning, In-room safe, Mini bar and Hairdryers. Rooms are 32-40 square meters in size with the suites being 50-95 square meters.
The new suites are now larger than the previous ones and feature a quaint gas fire in the sitting room and a TV in the bathroom.
Two rooms are adapted for wheelchair access. Room service is 24 hours. There is a maid service twice a day. Bedrooms are triple glazed.

Dining Options:
The Albemarle (was the Grill) - Glamorous and informal A La Carte restaurant. Serves a delicate balance of classic English fare and continental cuisine with a modern influence. Only the finest British produce is used with an emphasis on the seasons and a changing menu. The Albermarle distinguishes itself by featuring a daily carving trolley and banquette booths that offer both privacy and space. The original wood panelling remains with the addition of 1930s lanterns as well as specially commissioned wall fixtures in this grand restaurant.
Open: Breakfast 07.00 till 10.30 (Sunday 07.30 till 11.00), Lunch 12.30 to 15.00 (Sunday till 16.00), - Dinner 17.30 till 23.00 (Sunday 19.00 till 22.30).
Brown’s English Tea Room - Serves the Afternoon Tea and light meals. Afternoon tea is actually the signature of the hotel, and has been a tradition here since the hotel opened in 1837. Enjoy a choice from a range of the finest teas from around the world. Along with your choice from 17 teas enjoy the a section of sandwiches, fresh scones, cakes and delicate pastries. Also a choice of a Champagne Tea. Baby Grand Piano plays in the background.
Open daily from 07.00 to 23.00, Tea from 15.00 and 18.00 (Weekends from 13.00). Light Meals are served between 11.00 till 14.30 and 18.00 till 23.00
The Donovan Bar (enlarged to include the old Library Restaurant) – Pays homage to the celebrated British photographer Helmut Newton and is lined with his iconic prints. Furnishings are contemporary with wooden floors, black leather seating and dark country check banquettes. Vibrant and fashionable. The bar has a banquette area for 12 guests which is known as the naughty corner thanks to the more adult oriented photographs here. Extensive range of over sixty cocktails (and in-house specials such as the 'Space Rack') and thirty wines and Champagnes as well as British snacks.
Open daily to residents and non-residents from 11.00 till 01.00 (Sundays noon till midnight).
Live jazz 21.00 till midnight (not Sundays).

WiFi internet is available in public areas. Onsite is a 70msq fully equipped cardiovascular gym with three spa treatment rooms adjacent and all are located in the basement. Treatments include Reiki and Thai massage, facials and seasonal pedicures and the spa is open to both residents and non-residents.
The hotel has 6 Function and meeting rooms all with natural light for up to 120 people.
A nice feature is the children's program which provides homemade cookies and milk at bedtime, small toys and gifts.
Other features of the hotel include fill concierge services, Instant message delivery, same day laundry, Valeting and pressing service upon request, Complimentary shoe-shine, express check-in and check-out and Valet parking.
Public areas are wheelchair accessible.