Moody nocturnal lair
Berlin nocturnal energy meets Theatreland with moody dark palettes, ambient lighting, and late-night drinks accompanied by weekend DJ sets.
“Amano Rooftop Bar – hidden atop the first UK hotel of German group Amano – is something of a show-off, with views of the Thames...”
What it’s good at
Notable
Dark charcoal palettes by Woods Bagot feature hardwood floors, brushed brass fixtures, and freestanding gold bathtubs.
Listed
A seventh-floor rooftop terrace, subterranean cocktail den, and Spanish-Israeli restaurant host weekend DJ sessions.
Listed
Overlooking Theatre Royal Drury Lane, situated steps from Covent Garden Piazza and historic West End stages.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Wallpaper*.
Rooms are decked out in Amano’s signature gray and gold, and they range from the truthfully named Cosy to the equally straightforward Roomy Plus.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set on Russell Street directly beside Theatre Royal Drury Lane, West End playhouses and Covent Garden Piazza are steps away.
The rooms
Interiors feature charcoal felt headboards and dark wood, while Goldy rooms add freestanding gold bathtubs set before floor-to-ceiling windows.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Penelope's serves Spanish-Israeli sharing plates beneath metallic drapery, and the rooftop terrace pours cocktails against London skyline views.
How it began
Architects transformed Drury House, a former 1980s commercial office block, into the Berlin-based hotel group's first outpost outside Germany.
Good to know
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Hotel AMANO Covent Garden
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.