The Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel

Introduction: The Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel is centrally located in the upmarket and exclusive area of Belgravia, a short walk from Sloane Street. Just on the edge of Lowndes square which although is used a cut through is relatively quiet compared to the major roads that surround it. Sloane Street has a wealth of high fashion shopping as does Knightsbridge which also a short walk away. Perhaps best known for Harrods, Knightsbridge also has a host of bars, cafes and chic shopping. Walking distance to Hyde Park/Kensington gardens (0.2 miles) where you can easily spend the whole day in good weather as there's so much to see and do. Slightly further away is Kings Road Chelsea (0.4 miles) which has even greater choice for the upmarket shopper as well as more traditional stores. Victoria station is just over half a mile way and offers a direct train service to Gatwick Airport (Gatwick Express). All of London's attractions are accessible from this location, nearest being Victoria and Albert museum and the Natural History and Science Museums (0.6 miles), Queens gallery (0.6 miles), Buckingham Palace (0.7 miles), Westminster Cathedral (0.8 miles), Kensington Palace (1.4 miles), Houses of Parliament (1.4 miles) and the London Eye (Millennium Wheel) (1.7 miles).

Hotel:
A boutique townhouse style luxury hotel with an enduring intimate appeal. The Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel has an eclectic mix of minimalist chic and elegance.
 In November 2006 the hotel re-opened after a nine month closure for a multi million pound refurbishment program. Part of the refurbishment included a dedicated all-suite sixth floor, some of which feature balconies with views across Belgravia.
The hotel bedrooms are fully air-conditioned (individually controlled) and are contemporary in style. The en-suite facilities include bathrooms finished in marble (plus robes, scales and toiletries). In-room amenities include hairdryer, dual line direct dial telephone with voicemail and data port, Plasma TV with cable and pay-per-view films, WiFi high speed internet access, safe, minibar, desk, tea and coffeemaker and radio (with ipod dock).
Deluxe rooms are larger than standard rooms and come with the benefit of a balcony. Junior suites are larger than deluxe rooms and have a lounge for extra living space, while some of the bathroom have bidets. Executive suites are larger again than the junior suites and some have a balcony. The luxury suites are a little larger than executives suites.
The 6th floor is all suite level.
Room service is 24 hours.
In-room spa treatments are available.

Dining Option:
Onsite is the Mimosa Bar and restaurant. The style is contemporary and chic and they are located adjacent to each other on the ground floor.
The 50 seat capacity restaurant serves an a la carte menu of Mediterranean/European inspired cuisine using fresh ingredients. Diners can eat their meals on the terrace (12 seats, open in suitable weather) and choose one of the fine wines served with your meal. Breakfast gives you a choice of choosing from the extensive buffet or if you prefer a full English breakfast. Options also include a children's menu.
Open: 07.00 till 23.00.
The Bar is an intimate setting with stylish modern decor. Along with the range of alcoholic drinks the bar also serves coffee and snacks right through the day.
Open: 10.30 till 02.00. (bar holds cocktail master classes)
The hotel has one meeting/conference room with a capacity for 30 guests reception style. Facilities include a large plasma screen (61''), DVD player, AV equipment and internet access.
For spar and health club facilities you can make use of the services in the adjacent sister hotel, Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel. There facilities include a gymnasium, spa, 20 meter indoor swimming pool, steam room and sauna.
The public areas within the Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel have the benefit of air-conditioning and free WiFi.
Additional services include shoe shine, concierge facilities, computer rental, dry cleaning/laundry pickup, currency exchange and phone rental.

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Room Numbers: 87 / 7 floors
Parking: onsite parking at sister hotel, Carlton Tower. (chargeable)
Check-in: 14.00 (2 pm)
Check-out: 12.00 noon

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Background: £8 million pound refurbishment 2007/08 with interiors by UK designers Hunt Hamilton Zuch.

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Awards:
Conde Nast Johansens:
2010: Most excellent London hotel