At the distinguished corner of Whitehall, moments from the River Thames, Covent Garden and the South Bank, Corinthia London stands as one of the capital’s most quietly commanding addresses.
Situated near Trafalgar Square, this luxurious hotel housed the historic former Hôtel Métropole, a personal favourite haunt of King Edward VII that originally opened in 1885. The building was also a secret service headquarters during both World Wars before being meticulously restored and reopened by Corinthia Hotels in 2011.
This is no ordinary luxury hotel. Corinthia London has become a discreet home-from-home for A-listers in the capital. Rihanna, Brad Pitt and Beyoncé have the comforting composure of quintessential British hospitality. Hollywood’s silver-screen royalty consistently gravitates here when in London. Brad Pitt and Aaron Taylor-Johnson even promoted Bullet Train on the hotel’s roof terrace, other notable guests have included Jason Statham, Margot Robbie and Scarlett Johansson.
In an ode to its devotion from Hollywood, nothing captures this theatrical allure quite like the Actor’s Penthouse. Designed across two levels, it delivers exactly what its name promises: the sensation of living inside a film set, yet with the privacy of a refined residence. The 100-square-metre penthouse accommodates two guests and offers an experience curated down to the smallest detail. A king-size bed anchors the suite, while a dressing room, fireplace, fresh flowers and private balcony create a sense of cinematic intimacy. A dedicated 24-hour butler quietly orchestrates each moment, from morning newspapers to evening preparations.
Then there is the crown jewel of Corinthia London, perched above the city, the Royal Penthouse is a private residence of rare distinction, pairing ornate Eastern-inspired detailing with sweeping views across the River Thames. Accessed by a private lift and arranged across two expansive levels, the suite has been conceived for guests who value both privacy.
Living spaces flow effortlessly from a refined dining room wrapped in dark polished wood to a luminous lounge centred around a fireplace and a tailored cocktail cabinet, while a secluded study offers a calm retreat. Entertaining is a breeze thanks to a full professional kitchen and adjoining walk-in wine cellar. Upstairs, the principal bedroom opens onto a terrace overlooking the London skyline, the marble bathroom has a fireside soaking tub and concealed television, and a dedicated spa suite allows treatments to be enjoyed at any hour without ever leaving the penthouse.
Corinthia London’s allure extends well beyond its suites. Inside lies a world of refined comfort, including one of London’s largest and most iconic and beloved spas. Corinthia London recently unveiled Biome, a new vision of wellbeing where nature’s restorative rhythms meet advanced science.
Hidden deep in the belly of the hotel, Biome functions as a private sanctuary guided by specialists, offering guests the uncommon privilege of time, calm, and support to reset equilibrium and reawaken the body’s natural intelligence. Biome by Corinthia London welcomes hotel guests, members, and day spa visitors into a new era of urban wellbeing, where nature’s wisdom and advanced science co-exist in harmony.
Corinthia London is also home to some of London’s most spectacular restaurants, including Mezzogiorno by Francesco Mazzei. Rooted in his Calabrian heritage, Francesco Mazzei has created an extraordinary new dining destination inspired by the Baroque palazzos of Southern Italy. Mazzei’s Calabria, a land of rugged mountains, dramatic coastline and bold flavours informs the menu’s soulful simplicity. Fiery chillies, rich ’nduja and fragrant bergamot appear alongside refined interpretations of regional classics, while 70% seasonal British ingredients, from Scottish seafood to Welsh lamb.
Highlights include Fileja e Spuntature with sparerib ragout and smoked ricotta, Bistecca alla Fiorentina with Sardinian blue sheep’s cheese, the Four Pastas of Rome, and his mother’s Aubergine Parmigiana. The celebrated Massive Marsala Tiramisu provides a fittingly indulgent finale, complemented by a dedicated white truffle menu, Italian-led wine list and tableside aperitivi.
In a city filled with prestigious hotels, Corinthia London remains distinctive. A place even the most famous faces in the world come for sanctuary because nowhere else feels quite so effortlessly like home.
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Whitehall Place, London, SW1A 2BD, United Kingdom
