Living-wall Mayfair den
A lush vertical garden climbs the exterior, opening into a playful Mayfair townhouse setting directly opposite Green Park.
What it’s good at
Notable
Bespoke Martin Hulbert interiors, whimsical British art, and floor-to-ceiling windows framing leafy Green Park canopies.
Notable
Dedicated children's concierge services, evening turndown, and private Victorian townhouse residences complete with Molton Brown amenities.
Notable
Over five decades hosting screen legends and musicians across from Green Park along central Piccadilly.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Cross Piccadilly into Green Park, or wander past Mayfair galleries and tucked-away pubs in neighboring Shepherd Market.
The rooms
Floor-to-ceiling windows frame park treetops, while mirrored accents and marble bathrooms brighten rooms and private Victorian townhouse residences.
The sauna and hot tub
Underground, an illuminated cedar wood hot tub sits beside the glass-fronted sauna and steam room.
The spa
Two subterranean treatment rooms host restorative facial massages and bespoke bodywork using Temple Spa formulas.
The gym
The subterranean gym is open around the clock with Peloton bikes and Technogym cardio equipment.
Dogs stay too.
The Bar at The Athenaeum
Velvet armchairs look out toward the living wall, with a menu of bespoke cocktails and curated whiskies.
Restaurant
116 at The Athenaeum
Blue velvet banquettes line the ground-floor dining room, which serves seasonal British cuisine and afternoon tea.
How it began
Steven Spielberg famously installed a private editing suite in the residences while working on E.T. and Indiana Jones during the 1980s.
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Silver
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Bronze
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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.