One Aldwych
1 Aldwych, London, UK
Covent Garden/Holborn
102 Rooms
Contemporary Classic & Happening
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One MICHELIN Key · A very special stay
The London hotel scene these days is all flash interiors and decadent comforts, a sort of arms race of bold design and lavish luxuries. No hotel can compete in this market without designer-dressed staff, the obligatory Frette linens and whimsically outsize furniture, and a hotel without a happening bar scene is like a day without sunshine (though the inappropriateness of the metaphor with regards to the English climate is duly noted).
At first glance one could mistake One Aldwych for just another entry in the luxe-boutique competition—but that would be like your nephew hearing John Lennon for the first time and thinking it sounds a bit like Oasis. The difference is that One Aldwych has been at it longer than the new kids, and brings to the table some unique and idiosyncratic charms that today’s committee-designed chain boutiques would never have thought of.
The building itself, for one, is a listed 1907 Edwardian landmark, originally home to the Morning Post—try as they might, no converted warehouse or renovated apartment block would quite match it. But only the most perverse architectural fetishist would choose a hotel for its facade; more relevant is the fact that the public spaces are just chic enough without screaming for attention, and the rooms are minimalist without seeming cheap, with large beds and plush furniture making up for their (London-standard) less than palatial size.
Not all style-conscious hotels come complete with 18-meter swimming pools and 24-hour gyms, but this one does, and here as upstairs, the design is superb, with none of the beige industrial carpeting or grotty yellowing tiles that mar lesser hotel fitness centers. Executive Chef Dominic Teague oversees the revamped Indigo Restaurant; nearby, the buzzing Lobby Bar scratches the glam-cocktail itch, while the guests-only Lounge at One offers a lower-key place to relax, with all-day dining and a collection of art and design books selected by the designer Paul Smith.
At first glance one could mistake One Aldwych for just another entry in the luxe-boutique competition—but that would be like your nephew hearing John Lennon for the first time and thinking it sounds a bit like Oasis. The difference is that One Aldwych has been at it longer than the new kids, and brings to the table some unique and idiosyncratic charms that today’s committee-designed chain boutiques would never have thought of.
The building itself, for one, is a listed 1907 Edwardian landmark, originally home to the Morning Post—try as they might, no converted warehouse or renovated apartment block would quite match it. But only the most perverse architectural fetishist would choose a hotel for its facade; more relevant is the fact that the public spaces are just chic enough without screaming for attention, and the rooms are minimalist without seeming cheap, with large beds and plush furniture making up for their (London-standard) less than palatial size.
Not all style-conscious hotels come complete with 18-meter swimming pools and 24-hour gyms, but this one does, and here as upstairs, the design is superb, with none of the beige industrial carpeting or grotty yellowing tiles that mar lesser hotel fitness centers. Executive Chef Dominic Teague oversees the revamped Indigo Restaurant; nearby, the buzzing Lobby Bar scratches the glam-cocktail itch, while the guests-only Lounge at One offers a lower-key place to relax, with all-day dining and a collection of art and design books selected by the designer Paul Smith.
Location
One Aldwych
1 Aldwych, London, UK
Covent Garden/Holborn
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Rooms & Rates
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Amenities & Services
- Free wi-fi
- Self service parking (charges apply)
- Valet parking
- Bar
- Room service
- Restaurant
- 24 hour room service
- Indoor swimming pool
- Spa
- Spa treatments (on request)
- Sauna
- Steam rooms
- Gym
- 100% non-smoking hotel
- Concierge
- 24 hour front desk
- Adjoining rooms
- Air conditioning
- Babysitting (on request)
- Multi-lingual staff
- Wake-up service
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- Pet Friendly
- Pets allowed (charges apply)
- Boardroom
- Bikes available
- Golf nearby
- Shopping area nearby
- EV Charging Station
- Parking
- Swimming pool
Need to Know
- A discretionary 5% service charge will be applied to the room rate on your final accommodation bill.
- Guests aged 16 and up should be booked as adults.
- Baby cots are available on request for some rooms free of charge for children aged 2 and under. Extra beds are available on request for some rooms free of charge for children aged 15 and under. Extra beds for adults are available on request for some rooms for a charge of GBP 90 per additional person per night.
- Eligible Tablet Plus reservations: Choice of one Afternoon tea (available Wednesday-Sunday) or complimentary lunch at lobby bar (valued up to 100 GBP). Credits and discounts will be applied at check-out in local currency unless otherwise noted. Credits are valid toward incidentals only and will be forfeited if not used.
- Please be advised that as part of our annual maintenance programme the swimming pool, steam and sauna will be closed from Monday 22nd January 2024 through to Sunday 28th January 2024 inclusive.
Check in:
15:00
Check out:
12:00
Credit cards accepted
Sustainability Measures and Certifications
We ask every hotel in our selection how they are working to make a positive impact on the planet and in their community. This hotel has confirmed the following measures are in place.
Certifications and Sustainability Programs
- Green Key Global Eco-Rating, 5 Green Keys
Guest Rooms and Public Spaces
- Uses renewable energy
- Uses energy-efficient lighting
- Stocks eco-friendly shampoo and soap
- No single-use plastic straws
Dining
- Creates seasonal menus from locally sourced produce
- Offers vegan menu options
- Composts food waste
- Reduces food waste
Community and Environment
- Trains staff in sustainability best practices
- Measures and reduces water waste
- Measures and reduces carbon emissions