New W Hotel Leicester Square
Set in a spectacular location at the epicentre of London’s entertainment scene, W London-Leicester Square stands ten stories tall, veiled in translucent glass, which changes colour according to the time of day, the ambience of the area, or happenings in the hotel or the city. The spectacular display by lighting supremo Jason Bruges was commissioned by the architects Jestico + Whiles and will be the first of many installations due to enliven and excite the hotel’s exterior and public spaces.
Whether you’re there for work or play, your routine doesn’t need to change. Rooms are outfitted with the latest to keep business flowing and alone time a real retreat. Feel at ease at the oversized desk along with state-of-the art technology including LCD 37” TV, ipod dock and alarm, Wi Fi, corded and cordless phone. Other amenities include high-speed internet access, W signature beds, Bliss® Spa amenities, plush bath robes, in-room safe, rainforest shower and suites with baths. If it’s an after-hours snack you’re after, the Munchie Box and mini bar have a few decadent items which hit the spot.
Rooms types: 192 guestrooms including 59 wonderful rooms, 59 spectacular rooms, 46 fabulous rooms, 7 cool corners, 7 studio suites, 5 fantastic suites, 2 marvellous suites, 3 spa suites, 3 wow suites and 1 extreme wow suite. Accessible rooms are available.
The screening room features a cinema quality sound system, cutting-edge projection equipment and all the high-tech bells and whistles you’ll need to premiere your next big-screen spectacular. With two Studio Suites, W London-Leicester Square has over 125 sqm of meeting and event space designed to accommodate everything from high-level board meetings to stylish cocktail affairs. Plus, all rooms are fully wired with state-of-the-art technology and audio visual hardware to keep your meeting or event on target.
Sample a signature W cocktail in the Lounge Bar where the drinks are delicious and the people watching’s even tastier. The signature restaurant makes its way into London life as a destination that’s certain to be the areas main dish. At Wyld, a ruby glow captures a corner of the first floor and the DJ spins global beats under a sparkling disco ball, setting the scene for an intimate one-on-one or the stage for a glittering soiree.
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Published on Mar 10, 2011
