The UK capital is home to an endless array of hotels – my new favourite being the five-star South Place Hotel, a Central London establishment that fluently blends playfulness, business, and luxury. During the week, trendy suited Londoners enjoy the hotel spaces, and at the weekends the ambience slips into convivial cool. South Place has a range of rooms, with the suites being the most sought-after.
All over the luxurious trimmings you’d expect, and the glamorous marble bathrooms and comfortable workspaces are brilliant touches. The hotel falls under the London hospitality group D&D, which boasts a string of iconic London eateries, one of them being South Place’s Michelin-starred Angler. The seafood restaurant offers chic indoor dining and a top-floor terrace. For more casual dining, 3SP serves up hearty and enticing options. There’s also a dedicated spa sanctuary with steam, sauna, and treatment rooms, as well as a 24-hour gym for the fitness crew.
Make sure to browse the website ahead of your stay – the hotel always has a stream of exciting events and dining deals on offer. Then of course, key London landmarks such as the Spitalfields and Borough Market, London Bridge, Tower of London, and St Pauls are all within a pleasant 20 to 25-minute walk. The best part? Possibly the delightfully entertaining General Manager Dean Culpan – a proud South African export who stands at the helm of this hotel. He’s a raconteur with a bevy of stories up his sleeve – look out for the elegantly groomed gent and make sure to drop a ‘howzit’.