Introduction: Opposite the American Embassy in the centre
of the exclusive Mayfair area is the Millennium Hotel Mayfair London. The hotel
is on the South side of Grosvenor Square overlooking the open space in the
middle of the Square that forms something of an tranquil island from the road
that surrounds it. The main entrance to the hotel however is behind the hotel in
Adams Row. Less than 400 yards to the West, just across Park Lane, is
Hyde Park which itself is adjacent to
Kensington Park Gardens. The park has a long history having seen many historic
events in its past including hangings and riots. Today it provides a great place
for all the family with no end of things to do and see including horse riding
(from nearby stables) and boating on serpentine lake when weather permits. Its
also often used for open air concerts. High quality and upmarket shopping is all
around the hotel.
Oxford Street to
the North is the most densely populated street in terms of shop square footage
in Europe and is very much geared to the tourist. To the east is the fashion and
jewellery of Bond Street while just beyond Bond Street is Regent Street with a
broader mix of shops, boutiques and restaurants. To the South of the Millennium
Mayfair Hotel is Piccadilly home
to famous names such as
Fortnum and Mason where many of the rich and famous prefer to shop. Perhaps
testimony to the exclusivity of the area is the fact that Mayfair is the most
expensive street on the English version of the monopoly board. The location is
also very much part of central London and affords easy access to all the major
tourist areas. Local attractions include
Speakers Corner
(0.3 miles),
Marble
Arch (0.4 miles),
Wallace
Collection (0.4 miles), Piccadilly Circus (0.7 miles),
Buckingham Palace
(0.8 miles),
Madame Tussauds (0.8 miles) and
Harrods Department Store
(1 mile).
Hotel:
The Millennium Mayfair is a 5 star luxury hotel with traditional British
hospitality which was once the home duchess of Kendal. Features no less than two
restaurants and two bars. The building started life as a mansion in the 1700's
when it was in use as a residential stately home for the Duchess of Kendal and
it still retains its original Georgian facade. The hotel is the spot where
Wellington's victory over Nelson was announced.
Here you will friendly service but where your privacy is respected. The decor is
stylish and elegant and combines with the relaxed and intimate feel.
Bedrooms:
Standard bedrooms have a traditional English style with rich wood furnishings,
high ceilings and soft tones for a relaxing feel. In-room facilities include Air Conditioning, Bathrobe, Cable TV with
pay movies, Coffee/Tea maker, Desk, Hair Dryer, In-room Safe, Individual Climate
Control, Iron/Ironing Board, Mini Bar, Modem/Data Port Connection, high speed
internet access, international power sockets and Telephone with voicemail.
Standard bedrooms are 26 sq meters (280 sq ft) and mostly have views out
over Grosvenor Square and its central garden.
Superior Plus rooms are 36.5 sq meters (387 sq ft) and decorated in a
traditional and elegantly English style. They have a super king size bed with a
marble bathroom. Largely overlooking Grosvenor Square and gardens.
Club rooms are 42 sq meters (452 sq ft) and give access to the executive
lounge on the seventh floor. The club rooms also have free WiFi.
Suites also have access to the executive lounge.
Room service is provided 24 hours daily and a full maid service operates at this
hotel. Evening turndown service.
The Executive lounge offers a complimentary continental breakfast along
with pastries and drinks all day long. You will find newspapers here and in the
evening canapé and champagne are served. Complimentary breakfast served. The
lounge has a wireless internet service and interview rooms. Open 07.00 till
21.00.
Dining Options:
The Avista Restaurant and Bar: Located adjacent to the Millennium Mayfair
hotel and has a separate entrance. 75 seat capacity (another 25 seats in the
bar). The restaurant was designed by David d'Almada. Featuring a long wooden
Chef's table suitable for larger parties up to 12 people. The restaurant has a
granite-topped work station where chefs make the finishing touches to their
creations. Serving a wide ranging menu bringing together rustic and modern
Italian dishes. The wine list features fine wines mainly from Italy. Also serves
executive lunches and daily specials.
The bar has a trendy feel and is decorated with Large abstract paintings.
Selective seating at the bar and subdued lighting maintain a cool ambience.
Open: 12.30 till 14.30, 17.30 till 22.30. (Saturday dinner only, closed Sunday).
Bar is open noon till midnight (Saturday 18.00 till midnight, closed Sunday).
Pine Bar: Cocktail bar. Elegant, sophisticated and intimate style. Features pub style stools,
luxurious leather banquettes and armchairs along with oak panelling on the
walls. Black chandeliers light the tables below. The Pine bar is noted for its
cocktails. Live piano music and serves light snacks/meals along with afternoon
tea.
Open:
09.00 till 02.00 (for residents)
Shogun: Authentic Japanese cuisine. Open daily except Mondays. The restaurants
is held in high regard for its broad ranging menu. Enjoy dishes from from
grilled teriyaki to hand-rolled sushi.
Open: 18.00 till 23.00
(closed on Mondays).
More:
The Millennium Mayfair hotel has a 24 hour business centre onsite where facilities
includes high speed internet access, secretarial services, photocopying, faxing, courier and printing.
There are three booths
available in the Business Centre for guests where they can plug in faxes and
computers. The centre is open 24/7.
There are also 10 meeting/conference rooms able to handle anything from 1 to 700
delegates cocktail style.
All public areas of the hotel have a WiFi internet connection.
The hotel has a wedding licence and can perform ceremonies.
Additional services include 24/7 reception and concierge, currency exchange and
laundry/dry cleaning pickup.
The hotel has a fitness suite with the latest in cardio and resistance
equipment (rowers, cycles, Stairmaster) as well as free weights. Open: 05.00
till 22.00 daily.
An added convenience is the London taxi rank right outside the hotel entrance.
Features the innovative Ask Alfred concierge service aimed solely at giving kids
their very own concierge.
Parking: NCP pay car park beneath hotel.
Room Numbers: 348
Check-in: 14.00 (2 pm)
Check-out: 12.00 noon
Comment: The Avista restaurant is an AA 2
rosette holder.
