Introduction: The Montcalm Nikko Hotel London, is
wonderfully located on the border of central London. Yards from Marble Arch,
Oxford Street, Mayfair and Hyde Park with good transport links. Marble Arch is
also the North Eastern corner of Hyde park, a large open space that itself joins
with Kensington park Gardens. Shopping is all around, both at the Edgware Road
with its middle eastern flavour and also the long Oxford Street with major
chains, novelty shops, bars and cafes. Just the other side of Oxford Street is
Soho, China Town and the London West End. All of London's attractions are
accessible from this location thanks to the excellent public transport links
serving this area. The nearest places of interest include Speakers Corner (0.2
miles), Wallace Collection (0.3 miles), Wigmore Hall (venue for Chamber music
and classicals recitals) (0.5 miles), Madame Tussauds (0.6 miles), Sherlock
Holmes Museum (0.6 miles) and Alexandra Fleming laboratory (0.6 miles).
Hotel:
The Montcalm Hotel is a former Georgian Town House dating back to 1787. It has
been a hotel since 1973 and is named after French General 'the Marquis de
Montcalm'. A Nikko hotel since 1985. Its location on Great Cumberland Place is a
small crescent slight set back from the main road and at the northern end of
Park Lane. The hotel boasts a contemporary style while preserving its heritage
values.
A feature of the hotel is the unique duplex suites (two level) which have
spiralling staircases that lead from the lounge to bedroom.
In March 2010 the hotel was said to be the first fully scented hotel in the
world. Guests can choose their personal favourite fragrance at check-in.
All rooms are fully air-conditioned and have a direct dial telephone with
voice-mail, safe, free wireless high speed internet access, desk, 37" flat
screen TV with satellite channels, in room safe, trouser press, ipod dock,
minibar and hairdryer. A nice touch is the choice from 6 individual rooms
scents. Each room enjoys a complimentary newspaper, fresh fruit and water and a
turndown service. Beds are Hypnos super comfortable Kings sized beds. A fax
machine, copier and printer can be requested for in-room use.
An unusual aspect of the hotel is a bedroom especially adapted to offer low
allergen accommodation. All furnishings are specially chosen for their low
allergy characteristics and the windows are sealed to minimise outside
pollution.
Room service is 24 hours.
Each bedroom is en-suite with bathrobes, slippers, TV, scale, bath, top brand
toiletries, bidet and rain shower/bathtub and are finished in marble.
The Montcalm Rooms: 20 sqm
The Portman Rooms: at 25sqm
Marble Arch Club Rooms: 28 sqm, come with complimentary access to Club
Lounge. Lavishly furnished with king size bed and hand-made woollen carpets.
The Montcalm Ladies First rooms: Designed with the lady traveller's
comfort and needs in mind. Lavishly designed and equipped with pampering and
lush facilities. They come with:
Curling and Flat Irons, Nail file and Vanity Kit, Skirt Hangers, Jewellery
Holders/Box, Fresh flowers and Fashion magazines.
There are a number of suites which come with a butler service. They all have an
individually design and are decorated with original artwork. The decor includes
sumptuous fabrics and they are fitted with state of the art technology.
Bathrooms are opulent and feature Gessi rain showers with hydro massage system
and chromatherapy lights.
Dining:
Vetro Restaurant and Bar: Brasserie style serving Italian Cuisine.
Barre Noire: Popular and stylish destination bar with a luxurious and intimate
feel, the place for a relaxing drink or a selection of savoury delights.
Cocktails mixed from an extensive list or created to your request. Also fine
selection of cognacs, single malt and blended whiskies, a wide range of
champagnes, and fine wines by the glass. Open to residents and non-residents.
Wireless internet access. 45 seat capacity.
Open: Monday to Saturday noon till 01.00 (Sunday till midnight).
Lounge Bar: Has a Club like feel and features wood panelling and a real
fireplace. Serves and afternoon tea (14.30 till 17.00) along with the range of
drinks which includes cocktails.
The hotel has 3 meeting rooms suitable for up to 80 delegates. The main suite is
the Marquis de Montcalm Suite which is suitable for banquets an functions while
the other two are suited to boardrooms style meetings.
On the ground floor is the hotels dedicated business centre where you can make
use of services such as internet access, computer with office software, printing
and scanning.
Front reception is staffed 24/7. This is a non-smoking hotel. The concierge team
are members of Society of Golden Keys/Les Clefs décor and are on hand to assist
24/7.
Parking: Nearby pay NCP car park on Bryanstan Street
Room Numbers: 143
Check-in: 14. (2 pm)
Check-out: 12.00 noon
Background: In November 2008 the Montcalm hotel
underwent an £30 million pound refurbishment. The works resulted in another 15
rooms, a gymnasium, a spa, 'signature' restaurant and new bar. Completed late
2009. Became a 5 star hotel from 4 star at this time.
