HOTEL OF THE WEEK
PULLMAN LONDON ST PANCRAS London
WHERE AND WHY: With commanding views of the city and a short walk to St Pancras, King’s Cross and Euston stations, this property is in an ideal location for anyone wanting to visit London in style.
A £13m revamp has given the building a modern theme, and a glass lift allows guests to view their rise above the capital as it climbs the 16 floors of the fourstar hotel. The modern reception leads to a flamboyant restaurant and bar area.
Rooms are sleek and modern with views, large TVs, minibars, desks, tea and coffee-making facilities, nice décor and 24-hour room service. Free wi-fi is provided and there’s a fitness centre with gym and sauna.
The Pullman has signed up to Covid ALLSAFE, which includes “elevated hygiene & prevention measures to ensure your safety”.
ON THE MENU: Guests eat at the vibrant GA KingsX – Bar & Kitchen, which is open to the public with starters from £6 and mains £16. Food is a mixture of fusion and British classics with an international twist. The bar specialises in gin with a “50 Tastes of Gin” list.
The breakfast buffet is impressive with everything for a full English or Continental.
WHILE YOU’RE THERE: The location is great for most of London‘s sights, and the British Library is next door. Regent’s Park and London Zoo are within a mile, as are Camden or Soho for a funky night out, the famous waxworks at Madame Tussaud‘s and the British Museum.
Several pubs are within a few minutes walk. Covent Garden, Oxford Street and the West End are all 10 minutes by Tube.
BOOK IT: Rooms from £185 a night. all.accor.com
By Jon Austin