Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, has unveiled The Westin London City, the brand’s first hotel in the UK and the 1,000th hotel within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio in Europe, Middle East, and Africa.
As the global hospitality leader in wellness for more than a decade, Westin Hotels & Resorts debuts in the UK at a time when consumers desire to travel is higher than ever and when self-care is now viewed as a ‘necessity’ rather than a choice, Westin said.
Designed by British architects Dexter Moren Associates, The Westin London City combines meaningful wellness with contemporary fluid and sculptural design. Built on the premise that a connection to nature enhances wellbeing, the design is inspired by the unique location with a modern residential feel.
Within the riverfront hotel’s 222 guestrooms, guests will enjoy brand signatures such as the iconic Heavenly Bed, a spa-like bathroom, and refreshing amenities including White Tea Heavenly Bath products and Sleep Well Lavender Balm to promote a revitalising rest.
The hotel experience comes to life through the brand’s six pillars of wellbeing – Sleep Well, Eat Well, Move Well, Feel Well, Work Well, and Play Well – allowing guests to personalise their stay and engage in programming that best meets their needs, it said.
The expansive Heavenly Spa by Westin has been designed to prioritise guest’s well-being, spread across 370 sq m, with six treatment rooms and a 12-m indoor pool, which was carefully constructed around the archaeological remains of the Huggin Hill Bathhouse below.
Riverside dining can be enjoyed at two venues – wine bar Hithe + Seek, overlooking the Thames, and all-day dining destination Mosaic, featuring a sustainably sourced menu of nutritious dishes.
“The Westin London City seamlessly balances London’s always-on energy with the wellness promise that Westin Hotels & Resorts is known for, giving mindful travellers a new way to experience the city,” said Sandra Schulze-Potgieter, Vice President, Premium & Select Brands, Europe, Middle East, and Africa, Marriott International. “As the brand’s debut in the UK, we’re excited to continue to expand Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio footprint, providing even more opportunities for meaningful connections and moments of self-discovery.”
Collaborative working areas that spark creativity are at the heart of the hotel with its 1,060 sq m of contemporary meeting and events space. Allowing flexibility in function through simple and intuitive design details, the hotel’s Ballroom is a fluid space that can be easily tailored to host a range of events. Five expansive meeting rooms emulate the linear nature of the north lobby’s design, introducing residential touches and natural textures.
Owned by 4C Hotel Group and managed by leading hospitality management company RBH, the hotel, which also has nine state-of-the-art residences, unites the final piece of the Thames pathway connecting the Embankment to the Tower of London which guests will be encouraged to explore with the hotel’s Rise & Run club, inspired by the brand’s renowned RunWESTIN programme.
“By connecting these two sides of London, we have opened a walkway that could help towards a greener city, encouraging locals and visitors alike to walk the beautiful stretch of river,” said Neil Taylor, Chief Operating Officer at 4C Hotel Group. “It has been 80 years in the making in bringing this walkway back for everyday use and we are delighted to see our city united once more.” - TradeArabia News Service