And two for Mandarin Oriental in London, before a third establishment, probably planned as part of a joint venture. ambitious urban project In the City, Bankside Yards is preparing to revamp a former railway site near Blackfriars station into skyscrapers, offices and housing. All guaranteed to be fossil fuel-free. But before seeing this sustainable district come to life by 2028, Mandarin Oriental now has a second address in the heart of the British capital, at the epicentre of London chicMayfair.
Located on Hanover Square, the Mandarin Oriental Mayfair is in some ways the little brother of the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, but it contrasts with the first establishment acquired by the Hong Kong luxury group in 1996. While the latter, whose hotel history dates back to the beginning of the 20the With its Edwardian façade stretching along Knightsbridge, the new hotel is housed in a brand new building. The first to be built in Mayfair for more than ten years, with the world-renowned architectural firm Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners.
With its contemporary red brick façade and spacious interiors, the hotel offers 50 rooms and suites and 77 private residences in a contemporary and elegant setting, all designed by British studio Indigo in a spirit that blends Mandarin Oriental's Asian roots with London-inspired elements. This dialogue between West and East is also reflected in the restaurant offering, with the first Mandarin Oriental restaurant in London. Michelin-starred chef Akira Back.
Born in Korea, raised in the United States, he interprets Japanese cuisine with creativity, and Londoners and hotel guests can discover at this new address some of these greatest hits. Notably the AB Tuna pizza, an ultra-thin crispy dough topped with umami aioli, ponzu sauce, tuna sashimi, shiso micro-leaves and white truffle oil. More intimate than this 148-seat restaurant, omakase Dosa can bring together 14 guests around a counter to enjoy contemporary Korean cuisine. In addition to a spa - Mandarin Oriental obliges - the hotel also has two bars, the ABar Lounge, where you can enjoy an original cocktail to the accompaniment of live music, completed by the end of the year by the ABar Rooftop. With a view over London, naturally.
