At a Glance
London’s best new old-comer is the Four Seasons Park Lane, the longest operating Four Seasons in the world, which has undergone a magnificent transformation.
Indagare Loves
- Rooftop gym and spa with 360-degree views
- Elegant decor by Pierre-Yves Rochon, known for his work at the George V
- Location in the heart of Mayfair overlooking scenic Hyde Park
Review
The Four Season’s two-year renovation (completed in 2021), which cost more than $200 million, was entrusted to French interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon, who has previously worked his magic on the Four Seasons in Paris and Washington DC. Overall, the property feels a lot more fresh and contemporary, though the ground-floor public areas showcase an elegant, Art Deco-inspired décor, with such whimsical touches as full-height, sculptural plaster relief depicting frolicking deer and bronze equine sculptures in the lobby.
The Four Seasons Park Lane slashed the number of rooms (from 217 to 193) and now also has 43 sumptuous suites. Interiors resemble elegant staterooms aboard a luxury passenger ship with separate dressing areas connecting bath to bedroom, dark lacquered mahogany wood and polished chrome detailing. Black-and-white photos of British Vogue fashion shoots from the 1950s and ‘60s adorn the hallways and add glamour.
Guests have access to the stunning rooftop gym and spa—a London first—on the specially created tenth floor. This ribbon in the sky has 360-degree views of landmarks, including Westminster Abbey, the London Eye and Buckingham Palace. Even the saunas have views, and the spa has nine glass-walled treatment rooms, each with their own individual relaxation pods.
Who Should Stay
Four Seasons loyalists, families and those who require a workout on the road - the state-of-the-art gym has inspirational views.
Written by Elena Bowes
