Sunday Mirror

Hotel of the week

- BY SEAN BRADBURY

The Westminste­r, London

WHERE AND WHY

Set near the banks of the Thames next to MI5 headquarte­rs, The Westminste­r is the perfect place to experience London as never before.

A recent £30million refurb saw the Hilton venue embrace its location with a theme of intrigue and espionage. It is tastefully evident everywhere if you look close – from mysterious artwork on the walls, right down to the carpets and their pattern of secret soundwaves.

In a case even Sherlock Holmes couldn’t solve, the hotel is somehow abundantly spacious and hidden away in a quiet street, despite being so central in the historic heart of the Big Smoke.

Each uniquely tailored room has the feeling of a miniapartm­ent, with furnishing­s and flourishes fit for James Bond.

Just one night here will leave you shaken with delight and stirred by luxury.

ON THE MENU

STK steakhouse on the first floor is a destinatio­n in itself. Darkly seductive decor, excellent music, attentive staff and first-rate food made for a memorable ‘vibe dining’ meal.

As delicious as it was Instagramm­able, there’s every chance of spotting a celeb or undercover agent on the next table.

Yellowfin tuna tartare (£18) and braised beef short rib (£30) were two dishes that stood out from an impressive­ly expansive menu.

The hotel’s breakfast options were plentiful in a relaxed, self-service set-up.

And Bao Yum restaurant – found in a cafe space adjoining the lobby – is open all day for Asian style-street food.

WHILE YOU’RE THERE

The Westminste­r has its own private bowling alley, plus a 13th-floor gym with panoramic views for users to marvel at between reps.

Several sunlit function rooms are available to hire for business or personal events – all named after a famous British spy.

Easily reached from London’s main travel hubs, the hotel helps shrink the capital into a walkable and accessible city, offering an ideal springboar­d to explore.

Parliament, Big Ben, Westminste­r Abbey and Tate Britain are all close neighbours, with many more cultural hotspots just a short

tube ride away.

WAKE-UP CALL

Rooms from £165 per night.

hotelwestm­inster.co.uk

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