What To Book In London This Summer
The First Waldorf Astoria In England
One of London's most anticipated hotel openings is now taking reservations ahead of its launch. The Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch is set to make its debut this autumn inside one of the capital's most iconic landmarks. Located on The Mall, directly opposite Buckingham Palace and moments from Trafalgar Square and St James's Park, the Grade I-listed building has undergone extensive restoration to become the first Waldorf Astoria in the UK. The hotel will feature 114 rooms, suites and residences, alongside destination restaurants by Michelin-starred chefs Clare Smyth and Daniel Boulud, a luxury spa and some of the city's most stunning views. Bookings are currently available from March 2027 and additional dates are expected to be released closer to the grand opening.
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The Edgy Dinner Spot In Marylebone
Aki London is one of Marylebone’s most exciting new openings, located just off Cavendish Square on the edge of Oxford Circus. Set within a beautifully restored Grade II-listed former bank, the restaurant combines unique interiors with its soaring ceilings, moody lighting and a sleek, design-led dining room. The menu focuses on contemporary Japanese cuisine, from delicately prepared sushi and sashimi to robata-grilled dishes and elevated small plates, all designed for sharing. With its DJ-led evenings, destination interiors and buzzing late-night energy, Aki is a full dining experience and a great night out in the West End.
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The Cool Neighbourhood Stay In Shepherd’s Bush
The Hoxton, Shepherd’s Bush brings the brand’s signature design-led, neighbourhood-focused energy to West London, set just off Shepherd’s Bush Green. Opened in 2022, the hotel features 237 retro-inspired bedrooms alongside a vibrant open-plan lobby, destination dining at Thai-Americana restaurant Chet’s, a secluded outdoor terrace and The Apartment, its flexible events and meetings space. Designed by AIME Studios, the interiors draw on the area’s transport heritage with subtle references to TFL archives, vintage 70s furniture and playful mid-century detailing throughout. At its heart is the show-stopping central bar, surrounded by warm, atmospheric seating that makes it as much a local hangout as a hotel lobby. With Notting Hill, Portobello Road and the city’s cultural hotspots nearby, it’s a stylish base for exploring one of London’s most dynamic and charming areas.
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The Historic Landmark Turn Design-Led Hotel
The Great Scotland Yard Hotel by Hyatt, part of The Unbound Collection, is one of London’s most atmospheric luxury stays, set within a landmark Grade II-listed building in Westminster, just a walk away from Trafalgar Square and Covent Garden. Once the headquarters of the Metropolitan Police, the historic property has been transformed into a chic hotel that blends heritage architecture with contemporary interiors. Inside, it features elegant rooms and suites, a destination dining scene, including Michelin-starred Ekstedt at The Yard, a hidden whisky bar, and a beautiful afternoon tea lounge.
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The Chic Shopping Escape Just Outside London
Located just an hour from London in Oxfordshire, Bicester Village is one of the UK’s most popular luxury outlet shopping destinations, home to more than 150 boutiques from leading fashion and lifestyle brands. Part of The Bicester Collection, it offers year-round savings on labels including Gucci, Prada, Loewe and Saint Laurent, alongside a curated mix of British heritage brands and contemporary designers. Beyond shopping, visitors can enjoy a variety of dining options, personal shopping services, hands-free shopping and exclusive guest experiences that make the visit feel more like a day out than a retail trip. It’s easily reached by direct train from London Marylebone to Bicester Village station, or by car via the M40, making it a seamless escape from the city for a stylish day of shopping and dining.
The City’s Luxury Spa Experience
Six Senses Spa at The Whiteley London is a luxury wellness destination set within the restored historic Whiteley building in Bayswater, offering a calm escape from central London’s pace. It combines a variety of holistic treatments with cutting-edge wellness facilities, including thermal experiences, hydrotherapy pools, cryotherapy and guided wellness programmes designed around sleep, recovery, and longevity. The spa focuses on a ‘science-meets-spirituality’ approach, blending traditional therapies with modern health technologies. Its zen interiors, soft lighting and natural materials create a cocoon-like atmosphere, making it ideal for deep relaxation and reset. Guests often visit for signature massages, facials or multi-hour wellness journeys, with access to tranquil lounge areas and expert practitioners throughout.
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The Riverside Shopping & Dining Destination
Battersea Power Station is a redeveloped riverside landmark on the Thames that’s now one of London’s most vibrant lifestyle spaces, combining iconic industrial architecture with modern shopping, dining, and entertainment. Visitors can explore over 150 shops and boutiques, enjoy riverside restaurants and cafés or take in panoramic views from experiences like Lift 109, making it ideal for a full day out. For shopping, you’ll find major global brands including UNIQLO, ALO and Apple alongside fashion, beauty and lifestyle stores spread throughout the restored turbine halls. Along the riverfront, the seasonal River Walk Market runs every Sunday until 30th August, bringing independent food traders, artisan producers and street food stalls to the waterfront, making it perfect for a relaxed weekend visit before or after browsing the shops and enjoying the scenic Thames-side walk.
The Contemporary Dubai Eatery In Mayfair
The MAINE Mayfair is a high-end seafood brasserie in Mayfair, central London, near Hanover Square, and is part of a Dubai-based hospitality group originally founded in the UAE. The popular restaurant started in Dubai and expanded internationally, bringing its signature New England–inspired dining concept to London. The restaurant is known for its focus on fresh seafood, oysters, steaks and modern brasserie-style dishes, along with crafted cocktails and a lively atmosphere featuring live music and an upscale lounge feel. Set in an elegant townhouse, it combines a stylish, vintage-inspired interior with a vibrant dining and social experience, making it one of Mayfair’s standout luxury dining destinations.
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The Modern Taste Of Lebanon
KINZ Lebanese Restaurant is a new modern Lebanese dining spot in the trendy Notting Hill area that brings a refined, contemporary take on traditional Middle Eastern cuisine. The restaurant blends authentic Levantine flavours with elevated presentation, offering dishes like mezze platters, grilled meats, fresh salads, and rich desserts, all designed for sharing in true Lebanese style. Its two-floor interiors – reminiscent of a townhouse in Beirut – are stylish and atmospheric, mixing warm tones, elegant detailing and a lively yet sophisticated ambience.
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