New urban sanctuary The July London Victoria is now open! This new apartment-hotel has already established its place in London’s hospitality scene and has fast become the new go-to central spot for overnight guests. A quick five-minute walk from Victoria Station, it’s a sustainable urban sanctuary offering 114 rooms that make guests want to linger longer, with custom rates available for longer stays. Referencing Art Deco architecture throughout, the design draws from Victoria’s rich architectural heritage with subtle, playful nods evident in 1930s-inspired furniture and materials. The restaurant The Idler, headed up by Chef Jay Campbell, offers modern British cuisine with a Mediterranean twist, plus creative cocktails and selected wines available at the bar. Prices start from £249 per night, room only, with a bespoke longer stay rate and group booking rates available. Book now: thejuly.com/properties/london-victoria PADDINGTON GEM Grand Hotel Bellevue, a boutique hotel in the heart of bustling Paddington, celebrates one year since opening in London. The 60-room hotel is the first British property by French group Lignée Hotels and features interior design by Paris-based architect Fabrizio Casiraghi. The hotel occupies the five floors of a listed Victorian townhouse overlooking the peaceful greenery of Norfolk Square. The interiors are conceived as an intimate home merging quintessentially British design codes with a dynamic spirit, with a compelling blend of quintessential British elegance and spirited modern eccentricity. Book now: grandhotelbellevuelondon.com MAYFAIR HOTEL UPGRADES Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane has announced the launch of 18 recently renovated and upgraded rooms and suites for Summer 2025, representing a sophisticated evolution of this distinguished address. The new design was created in collaboration with a London-based interior design studio, reflecting the hotel’s distinctive blend of refined luxury, pioneering ambition, global elegance, and exceptional service. The suites feature elegant details, including sycamore wood panels, polished metal touches, Murano glass lighting, and custom-designed furniture. The carefully chosen colour palette, with soft greens, rich autumnal tones, and warm golden accents, harmonises beautifully with stunning views. Book now: fourseasons.com NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on news from around London SUITE DREAMS & CITY SCENES New hotels and high-end stays rewriting London luxury matthieusalvaing.com 6
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