After opening a Pan Pacific at the beginning of Septembere, in a new skyscraper overlooking the reinvented Bishopsgate square, the City of London has just welcomed a Canopy by Hilton hotelmarking the brand's debut in the UK. Once again, the project is a contemporary urban development, called Minories, and includes the conversion of an office building into a hotel, a high-end residential building and mid-rise offices, all set in a landscaped environment. A new place in tune with the times, as demonstrated by the sustainable dimension of the establishmentwhich has been awarded a BREEAM Very Good rating.
Beds made of recycled steel and wood from sustainable forests, short supply chains for food and drink, solar panels, intelligent building management system, green roof to protect the environment, etc. an idea of the canopy in line with the name of this upmarket lifestyle brand: the hotel cultivates a spirit that is both eco-friendly and reflects the energy of the East End. The interior design is inspired by the area's history, which has been closely linked to the textile industry since Huguenot weavers first settled in Spitalfields in the 17th century, but also by the contemporary art scene in Whitechapel, with works created by artists from all over the world. local artists adorning the hotel's public areas.
Located close to Aldgate station, and not far from the Tower of London, the hotel offers 340 rooms and several trendy bars and restaurants. Pending the opening early next year ofa rooftop bar-restaurantThe Florattica, with views of St Paul's Cathedral.
With London after Paris and Madridthe brand Canopy expands its network in major European cities while increasing the American group's footprint across the Channel. " As Hilton prepares to open 30 hotels in the UK over the next five years, Canopy by Hilton London City is a stunning new addition to our lifestyle portfolio." said Simon Vincent, Executive Vice President and President, EMEA, Hilton.
But Hilton is not the only group betting on London and its City business district, since Marriott awaits the opening of a Westin in November. Once again, this project will see an office building, Queensbridge House, transformed into a five-star hotel.
Located on Upper Thames Street, very close to the River Thames, the Westin London City will offer 222 rooms and suites, a restaurant, the Mosaic, a wine bar with a view of the city and tapas-style restaurants, the Hithe + Seek, as well as a restaurant, the Mosaic.a champagne bar in partnership with Taittinger. With the brand's focus on fitness and wellness, travellers will also find a Westin Workout studio and a spa with swimming pool and thermal treatments. On the MICE side, the hotel has seven meeting rooms, including a Westin Ballroom, covering 1,052 m2 and accommodating a total of 400 people.
