This must rank as London’s darkest and most inspiring indulgence by far. An extensive £75 million refurbishment lifts this historic Mayfair bolthole to entirely different level.
The hotel’s official website should give you a good indication of what to expect, its sleek black pages lending a stylish sophistication to the so often dreary online experience. The May Fair Hotel is a legendary five-star with a thoroughly glamorous past. Did you know that the doors were first opened by King George V and Queen Mary? That it has become the London stopover of choice for A-listers from Whitney Houston, Paris Hilton to Matt Damon? After undergoing an extensive £75 million refurbishment this historic hotel in London’s West End has been further transformed by features like Fendi furnishings; Baccarat chandeliers, a private theatre, ten new signature suites, a brand new bar and high-end Palms Casino – where guests can with a variety of games including American Roulette, Blackjack, Punto Banco and Three Card Poker.
This is a property that combines the attention to detail of an intimate boutique establishment with the dizzy glitz and glamour of grand hotel and entertainment complex. The hotel has 400 luxury guest rooms and 12 very memorable suites. The Azure Suite with its fine-looking bedrooms, elegant dining area, open fire and five-star entertainment system. The simple sophistication of the Saffron Suite, combining all the first class amenities of a five-star luxury room with the practical appliances and furniture of a workspace and the rich, seductive intrigue of the Opium Suite.
The May Fair is also home to London’s most inspiring presentation venue with high-definition projection systems, 3D cinema capability, THX quality sound, integrated in-seat audience response system, stage and stunning décor throughout. Bedrooms are offered at Superior, Deluxe, Family, Studio and Allergy Friendly – comprising a beautifully eclectic mixture of Catalan-designed furniture, Sicilian marble bathroom, king-sized luxury beds and separate power showers, Ergonomically designed workspaces, Vi-Sprung mattresses, Complimentary wireless Internet, walk-in wardrobes, outdoor terraces and bathroom TVs. London’s darkest and most inspiring indulgence by far - R4U
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May Fair Hotel @ City of London reviewed by Alan Sarjeant ©