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The Metropolitan London is among the capital's most enduring design phenomena – a subtle balance that strips back the non-essential elements of a traditional English hotel.
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- General Amenities
- RESTAURANTS & BARS: Come to the Metropolitan for avant garde, precision cooking Nobu Nobu at the Metropolitan is more than a scene-stealing restaurant; it is an essaential experience for any serious gourmand. The White Room Breakfast at the Metropolitan is taken in The White Room, a calm spacein which to begin the day with a deliciously fresh menu. The Met Bar When it first opened in 1997, ths sultry night time haunt became a byword for cool, answering a sophisticated need for privacy and energy, in a spce reserved for hotel guests and members only. Interiors are clad in decadent red leathers, waiters in custom-made Armani. Bar staff- called 'mixologist' at the Met - create bespoke Martinis while headline DJs spin London's lounge sounds. From the early evening, until 2.30 am, graze on fresh crab and papaya tian with coriander oil or aromatic duck pancakes wih Hou Sin sauce, all featured on the Met Bar Snack menu. OHTER HOTEL FACILITIES & SERVICES: Como Shambhala The Metropolitan understands its guests are on high-octane schedules. To counteract the pressure, we have opened a COMO Shambhala Urban Escape at the hotel, dedicated to your continued wellbeing. In addition to a gym, we have two treatment rooms where you can indulge in Asian-inspired, holistic therapies originally developed at our sister resort, COMO Shambhala Retreat at Parrot Cay. Treatments include shiatsu, reiki, reflexology and Thai massage, all delivered by experienced health professionals. In addition, we can arrange for private instruction in yoga, or personal trainers. Services Creative, intelligent staff are quick to solve, fast to assist The Metropolitan is one of the few design hotels that knows the value of image but doesn't compromise on service. Which is why we remain the number one choice among the music, media and fashion industries. Our staff, dressed in Emporio Armani liveries, are energetic, savvy and cosmopolitan. The Guest Relations team will also give you the insider track on what's happening in London, where the best restaurants are, shows and gallery openings. The Como Concierge The COMO Concierge represents our commitment to a guest's experience of London, a specific, up-to-the-minute service recommending things to see and do in and around the capital. Hotel Facilities 24 Hours Front Desk Airline Desk Baby Sitting Bar Beauty Salon / Manicure Boutique(s) Car Rental / Car Hire Cocktail Lounge Coffee Shop Concierge Conference Facilities Currency Exchange Disabled Facilities Fitness Centre / Health Club Gymnasium Jogging Track Laundry Cleaning Service Maid Service Multilingual Staff Newsstand Parking - Coach/Bus Parking / Car Park Public Shoe Shine Service Restaurant(s) Room Service - Limited Sauna Secretarial Services Solarium / Tanning Salon Theatre Desk Valet Parking Valet Services Wakeup Service Whirlpool Room Facilities Air Condition Express Check-Out Facsimile / Fax Hairdryer In-room Movies In-room Movies Pay Per View Internet Connection Iron / Ironing Board Minibar Modem Data Port Non Smoking Guestrooms Radio Safe Telephone / Direct Dial Television Trouser Press Turn Down Service Voltage 220/240
- Main Course
- - Pan-Fried Bream With Sauteed Clams, Broccoli Puree, Saffron Potatoes £ 22.50 - Grilled Swordfish, Basil Mash, Ratatouille And Gazpacho Sauce £ 23.50 - Roasted Cod, Tiger Prawn And Zucchini Timbale, Tapenade £19.50 - Pan-Fried Brill, Sauteed Savoy Cabbage, Red Wine Sauce £25.50 - Fillets Of Sole With Porcini Mushroom Salad And Mustard Sabayon £24.50 - Pan Fried Sea Bass, Thai Style Mussels, Light Curry Sauce £21.50 - Steamed Turbot Fillet, Shellfish Bisque And Wild Mushroom Ravioli £28.00 - Roasted John Dory With Aubergine Timbale And Sweet Pepper Sauce £28.00 - Pan Fried Sea Bream, Tapenade, Braised Fennel And Star Anise Sauce £20.50 - Lobster Gratin With Orange And Cardamom, Stir Fried Zucchini £36.00 - Roasted Breast Of Guinea Fowl, Sweet Peppers, Spinach And Mint Oil £18.50 - Roasted Breast Of Chicken, Potato Cake, Wilted Spinach And Red Wine Sauce £18.00 - Breast Of Duck With Tamarind Sauce And Chinese Broccoli, Crispy Shallots £23.50 - Braised Lamb Shank, Glazed Baby Onions, Rosemary And Honey Sauce £20.50 - Angus Beef Fillet, Truffle Scented Rosti, Spinach And Parmesan Crackling £28.00 - Baked Pork Tenderloin, Creamed Cannellini Beans, Speck Ham And Sage Tempura £18.50 - Navarin Of Lamb, Roasted Artichokes And Polenta Gnocchi £24.50 - Roasted Fillet Of Veal With Parmesan Cheese Parfait, Glazed Shallots And Balsamic Sauce £27.00 - Roasted Rack Of Lamb With Leek Parfait, Light Garlic Sabayon And Port Glaze £28.50 - Grilled Baby Chicken With A Leek Tart, Crispy Bacon Salad And Truffle Oil £22.00 - Roasted Duck Breast, Ginger And Honey Sauce And Sauteed Cos Gems £20.00 - Roasted Venison, Speck Ham, Braised Red Cabbage And Pumpkin Ravioli £27.50 Vegetarian Dishes: The following dishes can be served as both starter or main course: - Soy Marinated Tofu With Steamed Asparagus Salad £ 7.50/£12.00 - Asparagus And Shitake Mushroom Salad With Tomato Confit, Soft Quail Eggs £ 9.50/£14.50 - Goat Cheese And Vegetable Timbale With Sweet Pepper Sauce, Light Pesto £ 9.00/£14.00 - Grilled Vegetable Timbale Filled With Fresh Ricotta, Basil Coulis £ 8.00/£13.00 - Spinach And Fontina Cheese Lasagne £ 8.50/£13.50 - Risotto With Asparagus, Taleggio Cheese And White Truffle Oil £ 10.50/£16.00 - Pumpkin Ravioli With Parmesan Cheese Fondue And Sage Tempura £ 10.00/£15.50 - Pancake Of Wild Mushrooms, Parmesan And Leek Puree £ 10.50/£16.00 - Spiced Aubergine And Tomato Salad With Greek Yoghurt And Coriander £ 7.00/£12.00 - Buffalo Mozzarella With Candied Tomatoes, Roquette And Balsamic Vinegar Reduction £ 10.00/£16.00
- Dessert
- - Tropical Fruit Salad, Ginger Syrup And Mango Sorbet £ 7.00 - White Chocolate Mousse, Raspberry Granita £ 7.50 - Tiramisu In Crispy Almond Basket, Coffee Sauce £ 8.00 - Warm Bread And Butter Pudding, Chocolate And Rum Sauce £ 7.50 - Chestnut Mousse With Prunes D'agen And Armagnac £8.00 - Star Anise Flavoured Panna Cotta With Caramelised Figs £ 7.00 - Poached Pear In White Wine And Cardamom, Saffron Sabayon, Chocolate Ice Cream £ 7.00 - Dark Chocolate Cake With Caramelised Banana, Toffee Sauce £8.00 - Raspberry Creme Brulee, Spiced Chocolate Tuille £ 8.00 - Yoghurt Mousse, Strawberry Salad In Black Pepper Syrup £ 7.00 - Lemon Tart With Passion Fruit Sorbet £ 7.50 - Creamy Chocolate Tart With Praline Parfait, Pistachio Sauce £8.50 - Vanilla Ice Cream Pancake, Hot Wild Berries Compote £ 8.00 - Pineapple Carpaccio, White Peach Granita, Sweet Mint Sauce £ 8.00 - Warm Chocolate Fondant, Peanut Butter Sauce £ 8.00 - Ginger And Lime Crème Brulee With Coconut Tuille £ 7.50 - Fresh Medjol Dates With White Chocolate Mousse And Satsumas £ 7.50 - Lime Parfait With Thyme Syrup And Grapefruit Salad £ 7.50 - Warm Pear And Honey Strudel With Cinnamon Ice Cream £ 8.00 - Fresh Fruit Sashimi £ 7.50 - Cheese Selection With Toasted Walnut Bread And Red Onion Marmalade £ 8.50 - Selection Of Ice Creams And Sorbets £ 6.50 - Coffee & Petit Fours £ 6.00
- Starter
- - Cornish Crab, Papaya And Avocado Tian £ 10.00 - Green Tea Soba Noodles With Daykon Cress And Oriental Mushroom Ragout £ 8.50 - Honey Glazed Lamb Cubes, Cumin And Smoked Aubergine Puree £ 10.50 - Carpaccio Of Beef With Wild Rocket, Parmesan And Truffle Oil £ 14.00 - Seared Tuna With Daykon Salad, Apple Vinaigrette And Black Olive Pesto £ 10.00 - Salad Of Scallops With Vegetables Tempura, Szechuan Pepper Dressing £ 13.00 - Stuffed Lychees With Prawns And Ginger, Soy-Lime Infusion £ 9.00 - Nicoise Salad With Fresh Seared Tuna And Balsamic Vinaigrette £ 12.00 - Parma Ham And Melon Salad £ 14.00 - Caesar Salad £ 9.50 - Salmon Sashimi, Pickled Ginger And Soy Dressing £ 10.00 - Asparagus And Poached Quails Egg Salad With Fried Herbs £ 11.50 - Tiger Prawns Kedayif, Stir Fried Oriental Vegetables And Sweet & Sour Sauce £ 9.50 - Seared Tuna, Asparagus Tempura And Endive In Teryaki Sauce £ 10.00 - Baby Squid And Roasted Red Onion Skewer, Sweet Tomato Vinaigrette £ 9.00 - Lobster And Stir Fried Shitake Salad With Asparagus And Lemongrass Dressing £ 18.50 - Pan Fried Duck Foie Gras, Creamed Lentils And White Truffle Oil £ 14.50 - Roasted Quail Salad With Caramelised Apple And Port Sauce £ 10.50 - Angus Beef Tartare, Soft Quail Eggs And Black Truffle Salad £ 14.00
- Room
- Accommodation, spread out over eight floors, includes park-facing rooms (where our suites are located, as well as doubles) and city-facing rooms that look towards Mayfair's rooftops. ROOM TYPES: Park Suite Enjoy views of Hyde Park from both the bedroom and separate sitting room, with a sofa, desk and large television. Note that a second king-bedded room can be interconnected. City Studio These large, open-plan rooms have views over Mayfair, with banquettes, a dining table, dressing table and desk. Note that a second queen-bedded room can be interconnected. Park Studio Most of our studio rooms have views over Hyde Park. They are generously sized, with a king-size bed, banquette seating, desk and relaxation area. King Park These are a little smaller than the studio rooms, and have direct views of Hyde Park. King City These rooms are styled similarly to our King Park rooms, except they have views of Mayfair. Note that a number of our King City rooms can be interconnected. Queen Room These are our smallest rooms, ideal for single travellers, most with views of Mayfair. Bathrooms either include a bathtub and shower, or a large walk-in shower.
- Dining
- Nobu - A Michelin starred restaurant with a simple, elegant design featuring light woods and natural stone. Enjoys views across Hyde Park through full-height windows, and is packed with celebrities and fashionable diners on a nightly basis. Serves a mix of Peruvian-Japanese cuisine with specialities including Black Cod with Miso, Sashimi Salad with Matsuhisa Soy Sauce Dressing, Hamachi Sashimi with Jalapenos and Squid Pasta with Light Garlic Sauce. Open for lunch and dinner. Met Bar - A dynamic bar with decadent red leather furnishings, wine-dark walls and soft, moody lighting. Members and hotel guests are served drinks by Armani-clad waiters while listening to headline DJs spinning London lounge music. Bar specialities include bespoke Martini cocktails including Smoked Duck and the Expresso Martini, accompanied by snacks such as aromatic duck pancakes with Hoi Sin sauce. Open from early evening until around 2.30 AM.
- Location
- Wherever you come from, the Metropolitan's location is easily reached - an unmissable hotel in an unmissable capital. It is located on one of the most significant thoroughfares in London - Park Lane, where it melts into the landmark Hyde Park Corner. Mayfair lies east of the hotel, Hyde Park to its west. Both are in view, while Knightsbridge and Piccadilly are five-minute walks. Heathrow airport is a 45-minute car journey, or 15 minutes by train. Gatwick, accessed by the Gatwick Express, operates from nearby Victoria station. Places of Interest within Walking Distance Place Distance Walking Time Hyde Park Corner Metro Station Km. 1 Min. Bus Stop Km. 1 Min. Places of Interest within Driving Distance Place Distance Driving Time Heathrow Airport 27 Km. Min. Gatwick Airport 54 Km. Min. Victoria Station 2 Km. Min. Olympia Fair Site 2 Km. Min.
- Rooms
- (all rooms include) Air conditioning, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathroom scale, Blackout drapes/curtains, Cable/satellite television channels, Cable television service, CD player, Climate control, Complimentary newspaper, Cribs (infant beds) available, Designer toiletries, Desk, Direct-dial phone, DVD player, Electronic/magnetic keys, Extra towels/bedding, Fax machine, Hair dryer, High-speed Internet access, Housekeeping, Hypo-allergenic bedding available, In-room massage available, In-room safe, Internet access (complimentary), Iron/ironing board, Makeup/shaving mirror, Minibar, Pay movies, Private bathroom, Rollaway beds, Sewing kit, Shower/tub combination, Smoking permitted, Television Internet access, Turndown service, Video-game console, Voice mail, Wake-up calls, Window opens, Wireless Internet access
- Amenities
- Business Center, Conference Facilities, Concierge, Health Club, High Speed Internet, Airport Shuttle, Spa Services, Wireless Internet, Restaurant, Room Service, Others amenities are Airport transfer, Baby sitting service, Banquet facilities, Bar, Business centre, Children's facilities, Concierge, Conference facilities, Currency exchange, Dry cleaning, Gift shop, Gym / Fitness facilities, Internet access - High-Speed, Internet access - Wireless, Laundry service, Lift / Elevator, Lobby, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Parking facilities - at cost, Reception, Restaurant, Room service- 24 hrs, Safe deposit box, Secretarial services, Spa Services (Massage, Facial, Steam Room, etc.), Free WIFI, Welcome gift on arrival.
- Metropolitan Room
- Room offers a king bed with amenities like views of London's Royal Parks. The king-sized bed, large desk and comfortable banquette seating area make for a soothing, contemporary space with an abundance of natural light. Modern design with subtle colours of soft, mauve, olive and mole hued upholstery combined with pear wood furnishings. Bed linens are Egyptian cotton and duvets are of the finest goose down. All rooms are equipped with Cable TV, CD Players, refrigerated private bar, two telephone lines, three telephones, voice mail, ISDN line, US modem link, electronic safe and individually controlled air-condition
- Features
- Adjacent Hyde Park provides a great venue for a number of sporting activities, including jogging, horse-riding and boating on the picturesque Serpentine. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply. Aerobics nearby, Basketball nearby, Bicycle rentals nearby, Golf - driving range nearby, Golfing nearby, Ice skating nearby, Pilates classes/instruction nearby, Playground nearby, Racquetball/squash nearby, Rowing or canoeing nearby, Running track/path nearby, Scooter/Moped Rentals nearby, Swimming nearby, Tennis nearby, Yoga classes/instruction nearby
- Services
- Airport transportation (surcharge), Breakfast available (surcharge), Concierge desk, Currency exchange, Doorman/doorwoman, Express check-out, Fitness facilities, Full-service health spa, Health club, Internet access in public areas - complimentary, Internet access - wireless, Laundry facilities, Limo or Town Car service available, Massage - treatment room(s), Multilingual staff, Parking (secure), Parking (surcharge), Parking (valet), Porter/bellhop, Security guard, Shoe shine, Spa services on site, Steam room, Wedding services
- Deluxe City Room
- Room offers a king bed or two single beds with amenities like plenty of natural light and are of modern design with subtle colours of soft, mauve, olive and mole hued upholstery combined with pear wood furnishings. Bed linens are Egyptian cotton and duvets are of the finest goose down. All rooms are equipped with Cable TV, CD Players, refrigerated private bar, two telephone lines, three telephones, voice mail, ISDN line, US modem link, electronic safe and individually controlled air-condition.
- Hotel Facilities
- Safety Box, Air-conditioned in common areas, Room service, Lift-s, Gym, Laundry service, Conference room, Breakfast room, Steam bath, 24h. Reception, Massage, Garage, Money Exchange, Mobile phone network, Public Internet, Restaurant - Air-conditioned, WLAN access point, Cloakroom, Bicycle rental, Sauna, Restaurant - non-smoking area, 24h check-in, Bar-s, Reception area, Car park, Shop-s
- Room Facilities (standard Room)
- Bath, TV, Minibar, Internet access, Direct dial telephone, Satellite / cable TV, Hairdryer, HiFi stereo system, Shower, Lounge, Central air-conditioned, Central heating, Iron and board, Safety Box, Bathroom, Carpeted, Radio, King size bed, Individual air-conditioned
- Room Facilities
- Bathroom, Shower, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Direct dial telephone, Satellite/cable TV, Radio, Stereo, Internet access, Minibar, King-size Bed, Carpeting, Air conditioning (centrally regulated), Central Heating, Safe, Lounge, TV, Air conditioning (individually regulated)
- Business And Event
- 24-hour front desk, Audio-visual equipment, Banquet facilities, Business center, Business services, Computer rental, Conference room(s), Dry cleaning/laundry service, Event catering, Meeting rooms (small groups), Room service (24 hours), Secretarial services, Technology helpdesk
- Facilities
- Air Conditioned Public Areas, Non Smoking Rooms, Air Conditioning, Direct Dial Telephone, TV, Internet Access, Room Service, Baby Sitting, Cots/Cribs, Gym, Guide dogs only, Nearest Tube/Metro, Nearest Rail, Nearest Airport, Bar in Hotel, Restaurant in hotel
- General
- Air-conditioned public areas;, Bar/lounge;, Elevator/lift;, Gift shops or newsstand;, Number of floors: 10;, Number of rooms: 150;, Restaurant(s) in hotel;, Suitable for children;, Umbrella
- Lounge Bar
- The Met Bar is a cult classic among the music, media and fashion crowd, a sultry lounge bar and members only club with live DJs and memorable Martinis.
- Restaurant
- The Japanese-Peruvian restaurant, Nobu, buzzes at lunch and dinner with devotees of its Michelin-starred cuisine.
- Nearest Tube
- Hyde Park Corner Please choose one starter, one main course and one dessert to create your own set menu.
- In-room Features
- Climate Control, Hair Dryer, Mini-Bar / Wet Bar, Non-Smoking Rooms
- In-hotel Amenities
- restaurant, room service, bar, gym, laundry service, parking (paid).
- Location Info
- Located in Mayfair near Hyde Park, Piccadilly and Knightsbridge.
- Food
- Bar / Lounge, Restaurant, Room Service / In-Room Dining
- Payment Accepted
- Visa, American Express, Master Card, JCB, Discover
- Meals
- Breakfast Served, à la carte Lunch, à la carte Dinner
- Hotel Price
- 127 Rooms £375-£475, 23 Suites £550-£2,800 plus VAT
- Internet Service
- High-Speed - In Room, WiFi - Public Areas
- In-room Amenities
- safe, refrigerator, DVD (some), Internet.
- Leisure
- Bicycle Hire, Disco, Gym, Massage, Sauna
- Sport/entertainment
- Sauna, Steam bath, Massage, Gym
- Capacity
- Seated: 10 - 44. Standing: 20 - 80.
- Area Airports Description
- Heathrow International Airport.
- Email
- [email protected]
- Nearest Metro
- HYDE PARK CORNER 200 metres
- Hotel Type
- City hotel, Design hotel
- Recreation - Nearby
- Attractions, Shopping
- Hotel Details
- 137 rooms, 18 suites
- Parking
- Parking at Hotel £30
- Board Options
- Breakfast, Sauna
- Nearest Rail
- PADDINGTON 2 miles
- Nearest Airport
- HEATHROW 30 miles
- Type
- Business Hotels
- Ambiance
- Contemporary
- Average Price
- £45 and over
- Site Description
- Restaurant
- Distance To Bar / Pub
- 1000 m.
- Distance To Restaurants
- 1000 m.
- Distance To Shopping Facilities
- 1000 m.
- Distance To Train Station
- 1000 m.
- Areas Served
- London.
- Area
- Mayfair
- Distance To Underground Station
- 100 m.
- Source
- 10Best
- Federal State
- London
- Distance To Public Transport
- 20 m.
- Checkin Time
- 1400
- Checkout Time
- 1200
- Year Of Renovation
- 2006
- Year Of Construction
- 1997
- Attire
- None
- Last Renovated
- 2006
- Check In Time Is
- 2 PM
- Check Out Time Is
- Noon
- Hotel Location
- City
- Price Level
- $$$$
- Number Of Rooms (total)
- 150
- Currency
- USD
- Double / Twin Rooms
- 119
- Total Number Of Rooms
- 150
- Number Of Double Rooms
- 119
- Airport Code
- LHR
- Number Of Floors - Main Building
- 10
- Languages
- EN
- Apartments
- 19
- Number Of Floors (annex Building)
- 10
- Studios
- 23
- Number Of Studios
- 23
- Number Of Suites
- 3
- Junior Suites
- 8
- Suites
- 3
- Category (official)
- 5
- Star Rating
- 5
- Stars
- 5
- Michelin Rating
- 4
