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One Aldwych

One Aldwych, London

Hotel Address

One Aldwych
London
WC2B 4RH
England

Cranley Rating

One Aldwych

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Hotel Summary

Category

Hotel

Awards Won

2006 Number 42, Top 100 Hotels of the World - Institutional Investor Magazine
2006 Gold List - Condé Nast Traveler (US)
2007 Top 10 Boutique hotel in London - Gayot
2006 Number 14, Reader Choice British Isles Award - Condé Nast Traveler (US)
2006 Gold List - Condé Nast Traveler (UK)
2007 Hotel of the year - Catey Award
2007 The Considerate Hoteliers Awards
2007 Hotel of the month - Travel Channel
2006 Class UK Bar Award

Hotel Opened	1998 (Originally commissioned in 1907 as the home of the Morning Post newspaper it subsequently became known as Inveresk House. One Aldwych Hotel opened its doors for the first time in July 1998)
Refurbishment	Axis Restaurant - August 2007

Cranley Summary

Ideally located in the centre of London’s Theatre Land, this impressive building was designed and built in 1907 by the Anglo-French partnership Charles Mewes and Arthur Davis who were responsible for the Ritz hotels in London and Paris. The design expertly combines Edwardian grandeur with splendid Parisian elegance. One Aldwych opened its doors to hotel guests for the first time in 1998 having being extensively modernised whilst retaining many of its original features. British interior designer, Mary Fox Linton, has used rich colours and textures and sumptuous fabrics to create a relaxing contemporary environment incorporating the hotels private collection of art and sculptures of over 400 items which are permanently displayed throughout the hotel. The range of rooms and suites leading off the soothing corridors are modern and well equipped with many little extras to add to the tranquil One Aldwych experience. The restaurants have imaginative menus that cater for all tastes and diets in settings of not too overly stated grandeur. The Health Club, Spa and lap swimming pool are located in the hotel's basement levels and are well thought out and spacious. The six meetings and event spaces, including a private screening room, offer flexible spaces with cutting edge technology for meetings and private entertaining.

Hotel Location & Layout

Location Description

One Aldwych is located on a triangular site at the junction of Aldwych and the Strand, close to the river Thames, Covent Garden, Waterloo and Temple underground stations. Ideally located for many of London’s galleries, exhibitions, and within 15 minutes walk of 15 theatres and opera houses. The southern end of the hotel is home to Axis Restaurant and Bar, to the right of the hotel is the hotel’s own florist and coffee shop. There are a number of small shopping outlets close by. Covent Garden is a short stroll away where you will find a covered market and many restaurants and cafes.

Airports
Distance	14 km
Airport Transfers	Taxi or car journey to London City Airport has an approximate driving time of 40 minutes

Cities and Sights
Distance	4 km
City/Sight Transfers	Taxi or car approximately 12 minutes

Layout Description

One Aldwych is one of London’s most important Edwardian listed buildings and was completed in 1907 on a triangular site at the junction of the Strand and Aldwych. The bedrooms and suites are located over six floors. The reception and Lobby Bar area is on the ground floor and is overlooked by the mezzanine level which houses one of the hotel's restaurants, Indigo, and two of the conference suites. Axis Restaurant and Bar are on the lower ground and basement levels at the southern end of the hotel and are accessed either by lift or by a separate entrance from the street. The Screening Room, Spa and Gym are found on the lower ground level, the pool in the basement level can be accessed from the health club, gym and spa.

Lobby & Guest Relations

Open Hours	24 Hours
Languages Spoken	English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and several other languages spoken.
Payment Methods	All major international credit cards and cash accepted.
Foreign Exchange	Open 24 hours. All major currencies exchanged. No commission is charged.
Taxis Arranged	Taxis may be called from the street. A chargeable limousine service is also available.
Tours Arranged	Private tailored tours can be arranged in English, French, German or Spanish. Throughout the day open top siteseeing buses regularly stop outside the hotel entrance. Tours can be arranged to: Buckingham Palace Hampton Court Kensington Palace Luxury River Thames cruises Madame Tussauds St Paul’s Cathedral The London Dungeon The London Eye Tower of London Windsor Castle

Guest Relations	Standard Service
Concierge Services	The Concierge offers guests assistance with arrangements including restaurant reservations, car rental or airport transfers, booking theatre, opera or ballet tickets at any time during or prior to their stay.
Medical Facilities	Staff are trained to administer first aid for minor incidents. A doctor is available 24 hours a day, a typical response time is within 1 hour according to the hotel.
Parking	Car parking is available 24 hours a day for which there is a charge. Guests are advised to allow 10-15 minutes for their car to be transferred to the hotel's main entrance. One Aldwych is located within the London Congestion Zone.

Cranley Comment

The hotel's elegant exterior has a Norwegian granite façade and decorative features with a grand entrance to the lobby. In keeping with the exterior many of the original features have been retained within the lobby area, including large double height windows, dark oak panelling and original pillars which are complemented by contemporary fibre optic lighting, a polished limestone floor and outsized high-backed Chinese style chairs. Some of the fabrics and soft furnishings within the lobby are changed on a seasonal basis adding extra charm to this space. The Lobby Bar is located at one end of the room and is popular for pre-dinner and post theatre cocktails and light meals. Leading off the large bright lobby are the reception and concierge desks and a discreet lift area. Indigo restaurant on the mezzanine floor enjoys a view overlooking the Lobby Bar.

Shops & Amenities

Description

Woodhams at One, a Chelsea Flower Show award-winning on-site florist is adjacent to the entrance of the hotel. It is open from 10:00 to 18:00 Monday to Friday. On Saturday the florist closes at 16:00. There are five theatres within the three connecting streets of the hotel. Across the road from the hotel there are several newsagents and small supermarkets that is open until late, 7 days a week. Covent Garden is a short stroll away.

Cranley Comment

The hotel's own florist is located just outside the main entrance of the hotel. The hotel's coffee shop, the Cinnamon Bar, can be found at the northern end of the hotel with its own separate entrance, while the Axis Restaurant is at the southern end on the Strand. One Aldwych is in the centre of London’s Theatre Land with many theatres only a few minutes walk away. There are a number of small retail outlets and newsagents in the streets adjacent to the hotel with Covent Garden market only a short walk away.

Rooms, Suites & Villas

Number of Floors	6 floors
Total Rooms	105
Elevators	2
Rooms per Elevator	53
Total Staff	250
Staff per Room	2.4

Check-in Time	14:00
Check-out Time	12:00
Late Checkout	Subject to availability.
Smoking Rooms	Floors 2 and 5 have a selection of smoking rooms.
Room Service	Full menu served 24 hours
Laundry Service	A next day, same day and express dry cleaning and laundry services is available. One hour pressing service is available between 07.00 to 21.00 24 hour shoe-shine service (complementary)
Unique Features	Original art or sculptures in every room Two suites with their own private gym Children are given gift packs and a teddy on arrival at the hotel

Club or Executive Facilities

There are no club or executive floors

Cranley Comment

One Aldwych has 105 guest rooms and suites, two of which have private gyms. All the rooms have subtle design themes with original works of art in every room, therefore, no one room is identical to the next. The colour schemes vary from smoke blue; sage green; hidcote lavender; sunset red and honey beige and are complemented with crisp white Frette bed linen and feather and down duvets. All the rooms have city views, with a small number overlooking Waterloo Bridge. Each room is well equipped with the latest technology, direct dial telephone and Wi-Fi. The mini bars are well stocked and contain organic canapés, fruit and flowers are changed daily. The bathrooms have granite surfaces, free-standing round basins, mini televisions, phones and organic toiletries.

Type of Room, Views & Facilities

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Standard Twin	11	Street/City	Individually controlled air-conditioning Work space/desk WiFi High speed internet access Voicemail DDI line Fax on request Large flat screen television TV Keyboard for Internet connection Satellite television Movie channels In-room video games (on request) Radio CD Player Fibre optic reading lights Safe Mini-bar Umbrella En-suite bathroom Bath tub with fitted shower over it Bathrobes Slippers Shaving mirror Heated towel rail Hairdryer Bathroom scale Telephone Mini TV Organic toiletries	2 Adults	23 - 24

Cranley Comment

Standard Twin rooms are laid out with a writing desk and chair, separate relaxing chair and good sized wardrobes. Each room is equipped with the latest technology, flat screen television, direct dial telephone and WiFi is available. The colour schemes vary from smoke blue; sage green; hidcote lavender; sunset red and honey beige which are complemented with crisp white Frette bed linen and feather and down duvets. The Standard Twin rooms have city views and are quiet. The bathrooms have granite surfaces, free-standing round basins, a large bath with shower over, mini televisions, phones and organic toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Standard King-sized	46	Street/City	As for Standard Twin with the added benifit of: Separate step-in shower. Individually controlled air-conditioning Work space/desk WiFi High speed internet access Voicemail DDI line Fax on request Large flat screen television TV Keyboard for Internet connection Satellite television Movie channels In-room video games (on request) Radio CD Player Fibre optic reading lights Safe Mini-bar Umbrella En-suite bathroom Bath tub with fitted shower over it Bathrobes Slippers Shaving mirror Heated towel rail Hairdryer Bathroom scale Telephone Mini TV Organic toiletries	2 Adults	23 - 24

Cranley Comment

Standard King-sized rooms are of a good size and are well laid out with a writing desk and chair separate relaxing chair and good sized wardrobes. Each room is well equipped with the latest technology, flat screen television, direct dial telephone and WiFi is available. The colour schemes vary from Smoke Blue; Sage Green; Hidcote lavender; Sunset Red and Honey Beige which are complemented with crisp white Frette bed linen and feather and down duvets. The Standard King-sized rooms have city views and are quiet. The bathrooms are striking with granite surfaces, free-standing round basins, a large bath and separate shower, mini televisions, phones and organic toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Executive	18	Street/City	As for Standard King-sized room	2 Adults	26 - 27

Cranley Comment

Executive rooms are well laid out with a writing desk and chair, separate relaxing chair and good sized wardrobes. Each room is well equipped with the latest technology, flat screen television, direct dial telephone and WiFi is available. The colour schemes vary from Smoke Blue; Sage Green; Hidcote lavender; Sunset Red and Honey Beige which are complemented with crisp white Frette bed linen and feather and down duvets. The Executive rooms have city views and are quiet. The bathrooms are striking with granite surfaces, free-standing round basins, a large bath and separate shower, mini televisions, phones and organic toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Deluxe	18	Street/City	As for Standard King-sized room	2 Adults and 1 Child	34 - 36

Cranley Comment

Deluxe rooms are larger than the Executive rooms and are able to accommodate a child’s cot or roll-out bed. They are well laid out with a writing desk and chair separate relaxing chair and good sized wardrobes. Each room is well equipped with the latest technology, flat screen television, direct dial telephone and WiFi is available. The colour schemes vary from Smoke Blue; Sage Green; Hidcote lavender; Sunset Red and Honey Beige which are complemented with crisp white Frette bed linen and feather and down duvets. The Executive rooms have city views and are quiet. The bathrooms are striking with granite surfaces, free-standing round basins, a large bath and separate shower, mini televisions, phones and luxury Ren organic toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Studio Suite	3	Waterloo Bridge	As for Standard King-sized room with the added benefit of: DVD player Lounge area	2 Adults and one Child	48

Cranley Comment

The three Studio Suites are circular and quiet, they each have a birds-eye view of Waterloo Bridge. Their unusual shape comfortably accommodates a lounge sitting area with settee, two chairs and coffee table a writing desk and chair, they are able to accommodate a child’s cot or roll-out bed. The Studio Suites on the first and second floor benefit from double height ceilings the third suite is located on the third floor. The walk-through wardrobe areas are of a good size and are located between the main room and bathroom. Each room is well equipped with the latest technology, flat screen television, DVD player, direct dial telephone and WiFi is available. The subtle colour schemes are complemented with crisp white Frette bed linen and feather and down duvets. The bathroom is striking with granite surfaces, free-standing round basins, a large bath and separate shower, mini televisions, phones and luxury Ren organic toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Executive Suite	6	1 Waterloo Bridge 5 Aldwych	As for Studio Suite with the added benefit of: Entrance Hall Separate lounge area Dining table with 4 chairs Kitchenette with sink in 3 Executive Suites Fridge/freezer Microwave Available as either one, two or three bedrooms	2 Adults and 2 Children	48

Cranley Comment

The Executive Suites have views over The Aldwych and are located on the corners of the hotel building. Each suite has its own entrance hall, a separate large sitting room with dining area, a writing desk and chair, and is able to accommodate a child’s cot or roll-out bed. The suites have their own well equipped walk-through kitchenette area. The Executive Suite overlooking Waterloo Bridge does not have its own kitchen facilities. The suites can be configured as either one, two or three bedrooms (the dimensions given relate to a one bedroom configuration). Each suite is well equipped with the latest technology, flat screen television, DVD player, direct dial telephone and WiFi is available. The subtle colour schemes are complemented with crisp white Frette bed linen and feather and down duvets. The bathroom is striking with granite surfaces, free-standing round basins, a large bath and separate shower, mini televisions, phones and organic toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Suite 410	1	Waterloo Bridge	As for Studio Suite with the added benefit of: Entrance Hall Guest cloackroom Private gym Separate lounge area Dining table with four chairs Kitchenette with sink Fridge/freezer Microwave Available as either one or two bedrooms	2 Adults and 2 Children	72

Cranley Comment

Suite 410 has views over Waterloo Bridge and has its own entrance hall, a guest cloakroom and private gym. It benefits from a separate large circular living room with dining area, a writing desk and chair, and is able to accommodate a child’s cot or roll-out bed. The suite has its own well equipped kitchenette and can be configured as either one or two bedrooms (the dimensions given relate to a one bedroom configuration). Suite 410 is well equipped with the latest technology, flat screen television, DVD player, direct dial telephone and WiFi is available. The subtle colour schemes are complemented with crisp white Frette bed linen and feather and down duvets. The bathrooms are striking with granite surfaces, free-standing round basins, a large bath and separate shower, mini televisions, phones and organic toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Suite 500	1	Aldwych	As for Studio Suite with the added benefit of: Entrance Hall Guest cloackroom Private gym Private rooftop terrace Separate lounge area Dining table with 4 chairs Kitchenette with sink Fridge/freezer Microwave Available as either one or two bedrooms	2 Adults and 2 Children	74

Cranley Comment

Suite 500 has its own private roof terrace with views over The Aldwych and the Royal Opera House. It has its own entrance hall, a guest cloakroom and private gym, a spacious sitting room with the terrace leading off, a dining area, writing desk and chair, and is able to accommodate a child’s cot or roll-out bed. The 500 Suite has its own well equipped kitchenette and can be configured as either one or two bedrooms (the dimensions given relate to a one bedroom configuration). Suite 500 is well equipped with the latest technology, flat screen television, DVD player, direct dial telephone and WiFi is available. The subtle colour schemes are complemented with crisp white Frette bed linen and feather and down duvets. The bathrooms is striking with granite surfaces, free-standing round basins, a large bath and separate shower, mini televisions, phones and organic toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Dome Suite	1	Street/City	As for Studio Suite with the added benefit of: Entrance Hall Guest cloackroom Separate lounge area Large separate dining room for 12 guests Ktchenette with sink Fridge/freezer Microwave Available as either one, two bedrooms	2 Adults and 2 Children	106

Cranley Comment

The Dome Suite is located on the top floor with views over the city of London and Waterloo Bridge. It has its own entrance hall, a guest cloakroom, spacious sitting room with writing desk and chair, and is able to accommodate a child’s cot or roll-out bed. The Dome Suite also benefits from a unique circular dining room for 12 guests. It has its own well equipped kitchenette and can be connected to a deluxe room to be configured as either one or two bedrooms (the dimensions given relate to a one bedroom configuration). The Dome Suite is well equipped with the latest technology, flat screen television, DVD player, direct dial telephone and WiFi is available. The subtle colour schemes are complemented with crisp white Frette bed linen and feather and down duvets. The bathroom is striking with granite surfaces, free-standing round basins, a large bath and separate shower, mini televisions, phones and organic toiletries.

Restaurants & Cafés

Number of Restaurants

Restaurant Comments

One Aldwych offers a good selection of fine dining experiences in relaxed settings. Axis Restaurant and Bar, refurbished in August 2007, the hotel's premiere A la Carte restaurant with its new exciting menu created by the hotel's innovative chef is located at the southern end of the hotel. Indigo, located on the mezzanine level, is open all day and serves breakfast and afternoon teas with a full A la Carte menu at lunch and dinner times with healthy organic and light meal options. The Lobby Bar area serves a continental breakfast followed later during the day with creative snacks, sandwiches and canapés. The relaxed informal upmarket coffee shop, the Cinnamon Bar, is located at the northern end of the hotel with its own entrance and is primarily a juice bar serving a good selections of fresh coffees, spirits, home baked quiches, sandwiches and muffins.

Axis Restaurant

Restaurant Type	Classic uncomplicated food
Restaurant Capacity	110
Opening Times	Monday to Friday: Lunch 12:00 to 15:00 Dinner 17:45 to 23:30 (Last orders 23:30) Saturday: Dinner only 17:45 to 23:30 (Last orders 23:30) Sunday: Closed
Dress Codes	Smart casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	No smoking allowed
Children’s Facilities	High chairs available Children’s menu
Breakfast Options	None

Cranley Comment

Axis Restaurant, refurbished in August 2007, is a dramatic double-height restaurant which can be accessed either directly from the hotel by lift or from the street where Aldwych meets the Strand. The bar area on the lower ground floor overlooks the restaurant on the basement level. The new décor is striking with lime green panelling which is complemented with a fusion of purple and black, a large imported Burmese nickel plated twig feature dominates the room. The new innovative Chef has created a modern uncomplicated menu, making this an ideal venue for pre and post theatre dinners. A popular live jazz band plays on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings which can be enjoyed from either the comfortable alcove tables or ,for larger parties of 12, a central circular table can be found in the Axis Rotunda area. Axis Restaurant can be hired for private events and is licensed for Civil weddings. There are convenient ladies, gents and disabled toilet facilities close to the lifts on the basement level.

Indigo

Restaurant Type	Modern European
Restaurant Capacity	60
Opening Times	Daily 06:30 to 23:15
Dress Codes	Casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	No smoking allowed
Children’s Facilities	High chairs available Children’s menu Non-alcoholic smoothie or cocktail of the day
Breakfast Options	A la Carte Continental English or vegetarian English Light and healthy High fibre Organic Children's menu

Cranley Comment

Indigo is situated on the mezzanine level overlooking the imposing double-height lobby and bar area, it can be reached by either lift or stairs. A relaxed and informal setting with comfortable seating that is open throughout the day, serving a large varity of breakfast options with a brunch on Sundays. A full A la Carte lunch and dinner menu with healthy and organic options as well as a 'create your own A la Carte salad' option. During the afternoon, enjoy freshly baked home-made cakes in this relaxed setting.

Cinnamon Bar

Restaurant Type	Coffee shop and bar
Restaurant Capacity	30
Opening Times	Monday to Saturday: 07:00 to 19:00 Sunday: Closed
Dress Codes	Casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	No smoking allowed Smoking tables outside
Children’s Facilities	High chairs available
Breakfast Options	Continental Freshly squeezed fruit and vegetable juices

Cranley Comment

Cinnamon Bar is a bright, light, up-market coffee shop and bar. With its own street access opening onto The Aldwych, to the right of the hotel. The décor has a modern airy feeling accentuated with the use of pebbles and sand, stainless steal poseur tables and chairs, large windows with bar seating overlooking the street and outside tables. Home-made sandwiches with freshly baked bread, quiches and cakes are available in addition to a light healthy tapas and sushi menu. There is a large selection of coffee and winter warmers, wines, champagnes, cocktails and liqueurs. Juices are all squeezed to order.

Bars

Number of Bars

Lobby Bar

Bar Type	Cocktail bar
Bar Capacity	45
Opening Times	24 hours for hotel guests 08:00 to 24:00 hours for non residents 08:00 to 11:00 Continental breakfast
Dress Codes	Smart casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	No smoking allowed
Admissions Policy	Children’s non alcoholic cocktail of the day Children's menu

Cranley Comment

The Lobby Bar is found to your left as you enter the hotel. It is a large, relaxing yet elegant space with large double height windows creating plenty of natural light. The Indigo Restaurant's balcony overlooks this grand contemporary space that has a large mirrored bar and comfortable lounge chairs and coffee tables. During the day the calm atmosphere makes this the ideal place to enjoy coffee or tea, catch up with friends or meet with business associates. Continental breakfast, light meals and sandwiches are also served. In the evening, the ambience is chic and sophisticated yet comfortable with light relaxing background music being played. There is an extensive cocktail menu available with more than 25 martinis to choose from as well as a selection of champagne, wine and brandy which can be served with light canapés.

Axis Bar

Bar Capacity	20
Opening Times	Monday to Friday: Lunch 12:00 to 15:00 Dinner 17:45 to 23:30 (Last orders 23:30) Saturday: Dinner only 17:45 to 23:30 (Last orders 23:30) Sunday: Closed
Dress Codes	Smart casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	No smoking allowed
Admissions Policy	Children allowed

Cranley Comment

The Axis Bar, which was refurbished in August 2007, is on the lower ground floor of the hotel. The main entrance to Axis Bar is where Aldwych meets the Strand (although there is also access through the restaurant from the hotel’s lobby lifts). A spiral stair case leads down to the small reception and bar area which over looks the Axis Restaurant below. Although a large wine rack is a feature of the bar, it should not be classed as a typical ‘wine bar’ as many cocktails are also served. This inviting venue is perfect for pre or post theatre or dinner drinks. On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday live jazz music can be heard from the Axis Restaurant below.

Business & Event Facilities

Wireless Internet

Lobby area
Meeting rooms
Business centre
Coffee Shop
Restaurants
Bars

In-Room Services

High speed Internet connection (chargeable) access card obtainable from the reception
WiFi connectivity (complimentary)

Business Centre

The concierge can arrange the following service in each room or suite as there is no independent business centre:
Private telephone line
Private fax line
Printer colour / black and white
Laptop hire
Mobile phone hire
Typing
Binding
Technical concierge

Meetings & Events

One Aldwych has six contemporary spaces for meetings, private dining and receptions including the Axis Restaurant that can accommodate up to 300 guests for a reception or wedding. A fully equipped, air-conditioned multimedia screening room, with all the latest technology can be used for presentations and private movie screenings. Three private, well equipped rooms can be used either individually or combined to create a larger event space. All rooms are easily accessible by lift or stairs.

Screening Room
Located on the basement level, the Screening Room is 62 square metres with a ceiling height of 2.4 metres, no natural light is available. The room is configured as Theatre 30.

Private Room 1
Located on the mezzanine level, Private Room 1 is 45 square metres with a ceiling height of 2.4 metres, natural light is available. The room can be configured as follows; Theatre 25, Boardroom 20, Cabaret 20, Cocktails or Reception 50. This room also has a Civil Wedding Licence.

Private Room 2
Located on the mezzanine level, the Private Room 2 is 41 square metres with a ceiling height of 2.4 metres, natural light is available. The room can be configured as follows; Theatre 25, Boardroom 20, Cabaret 20, Cocktails or Reception 50. This room also has a Civil Wedding Licence.

Private Rooms 1 and 2 (combined)
Located on the mezzanine level, Private Rooms 1 and 2 combined are 86 square metres with a ceiling height of 2.4 metres, natural light is available. The combined room can be configured as follows; Theatre 60, Boardroom 40, Cabaret 50, Cocktails or Reception 100. The combined room is licensed for Civil Weddings.

Private Room 3
Located in the basement level, the Private Room 3 is 53 square metres with a ceiling height of 2.4 metres, concealed natural light is available. The room can be configured as follows; Theatre 30, Boardroom 20, Cabaret 30, Cocktails/Reception 50. This room also has a Civil Wedding Licence.

The following equipment is available in Private Rooms 1, 2 and 3. Any special requests are usually fulfilled:

High speed internet connection
Modem lines
WiFi
Air conditioning
Telephone points
35mm slide projector
Digital projector
Television monitors
DVD player
VCR
Flip chart and markers
Whiteboard
Lectern
Wireless microphone
Podium
Power sockets
Lighting controls in room
Dimmers
Windows

Cranley Comment

One Aldwych has six versatile event spaces that can cater for small intimate gathering to large receptions, boardroom meetings, and private screenings. The event spaces are contemporary in style and are fully equipped with the latest audio-visual equipment. A large variety of dining options are available, healthy breakfast options, business breaks menus, cocktails and canapés and a full A la Carte menu suitable for lunch or dinner. Fresh flowers are changed on a daily basis. Disabled access is good with ladies, gents, and disabled toilet facilities being located in the basement level and lower ground floors. Security cameras are in place through out the hotel.

Children’s Facilities & Clubs

Restaurant Facilities

See Restaurants

Babysitting service

A professional babysitting service is available both during the day and in the evening and is chargeable. Bookings should be made through the Housekeeping department 24 hours in advance.

Cranley Comment

The hotel welcomes children and all are given a welcome pack of toys and games as well as appropriately sized bathrobes and slippers. The hotel's interconnecting rooms and suites are ideal for families and cots and roll out beds are available for Deluxe rooms and above. Both the Indigo and Axis Restaurant offer a children’s menu and a smaller portion option. If accompanied by an adult, children of any age are welcome to use the lap swimming pool. There is a chargeable babysitting service available 24 hours a day.

Entertainment

Daytime Activities

Bellini, brunch & movie

On Sunday afternoons the Indigo resturant hosts a brunch which is served between 12.30 and 14.15 followed by a movie screening starting at 14.30.

Cranley Comment

The fully equipped Screening Room with seating for 30 people in soft Italian leather chairs offers 'Movies on the Menu' on Sundays with a brunch served in the Indigo restaurant at 12:30 followed by a movie screening. The hotel also holds a large CD collection for guests to borrow.

Evening Activities

Champagne, dinner & movie

On Saturday evenings in the Axis Resturant and on Sunday evenings in Indigo a screening dinner is served between 18.30 - 20.00 followed by a movie screening starting at 20.30.

Jazz evenings at Axis

Live jazz musicians play in the Axis Restaurant three evenings per week.

Cranley Comment

The fully equipped luxurious screening room with seating for 30 people in soft Italian leather chairs offers 'Movies on the Menu' on Saturdays with a three course dinner served in Axis at 18:30 and on Sunday evenings in Indigo, movie screening commences at 20:00 hours and can be complimented with Champagne. There is a popular live jazz band that play at the Axis restaurant 3 evenings per week.

Pools

Health Club Lap Pool

Opening Times	06:00 to 22:00 Monday to Friday. 06:00 to 20:00 Saturday and Sunday
Temperature	29ºC
Depths	Max: 1.5 metres Min: 1.5 metres
Size	18 metres long x 5 metres wide

Facilities	Indoor lap swimming pool Underwater music Sauna Steam room Two open showers Pool loungers
Safety	No lifeguard on duty. The pool area has a closed circuit television that is monitored in the reception area and an emergency phone and life ring.

Cranley Comment

The indoor lap swimming pool is located at the basement level of the hotel and is accessed by a large spiral staircase via the Health Club and Spa. Soft lighting and original works of art are on the walls, in keeping with the building's historic value a number of original exposed steal structural girders are also featured. The pool has underwater music, the open showers, sauna and steam room are located within a glass screened room adjacent to it. Children are allowed to use the pool under adult supervision.

Sports & Gym

Gym & Health Club

Opening Times	24 hours for hotel guests.
Description	TV screens Headphones connected to the equipment 4 x treadmills 2 x bicycles 2 x steppers 2 x rowing machines 1 x chest press 1 x leg press Cable Machines Free weight area with bars, dumb-bells and weights Massage room Changing room Relaxation area Sauna Steam room Lap swimming pool
Size	150²m

Cranley Comment

The air conditioned Health Club is located on the lower ground floor. Facilities include a fully equipped gym, in the basement level an 18metre lap pool, sauna and steam room are also available for hotel guests to use. In the Health Club's reception and relaxation area guests can book personal training sessions and full fitness analysis, massage or a selection of spa treatments, all of which are chargeable. The changing rooms and shower rooms offer a number of complimentary items; lockers, slippers, shower towels, fruit, cleanser, toner and moisturisers.

Golf

Brocket Hall

Description

Brocket Hall Golf Club is part of the splendid 543 acre Brocket Hall Estate and was designed from the first to offer some of the best golf in the United Kingdom. The two Championship standard courses, the Melbourne and the Palmerston, are each named after the 19th Century Prime Ministers to whom Brocket Hall was home. Both courses are set within the contours of the Estate and provide a challenging and varied game for golfers of all abilities.

The Par 72 Melbourne Course designed by Peter Allis is set in the picturesque parkland surrounding the Hall and provides a rigorous and challenging test of golf. In contrast, the par 73 Palmerston Course designed by Donald Steel is over 7,000 yards from the back tees. Donald has sculptured many beautiful holes playing through the ancient woodlands with some very undulating fairways.

Location	41 km approximately 1 hour 10 minutes in light traffic
Holes	36 Melbourne and Palmerston
Length/Par	Melbourne Par 72. 6,616 yards. Palmerston Par 73, 7,080

Facilities

Two 18 hole courses
Nick Faldo Gold School
Practice Facilities
Pro shop
PGA qualified tuition

Stoke Park

Description

As well as being a challenging and demanding course you will find it hard not to be stirred by the exquisite views and landscapes of the Club's championship course known as Stoke Poges. The club's true 27 hole course is made up of the three nine hole courses Colt, Alison and Jackson. The course was designed by Harry Shapland Colt who is arguably the greatest golf course architect in history. He and his partners have certainly had more influence on the game around the world than any other firm of architects. In l908 he was commissioned to create his first unassisted design at Stoke Poges.

Green fees range from £50 to £150 depending on the time of year.

Location	40 km approximately 1 hour in light traffic
Holes	Three loops of nine holes
Length/Par	6,721 yards, par 71, SSS 72

Facilities

Golf Academy
PGA Qualified Tuition
Practice Facilities
Hotel

Wentworth

Description

Wentworth has three courses. The West is world famous and is home each year to the HSBC World Matchplay and the BMW PGA Championship. The other "original" course is the East and finally the most recent addition is the Edinburgh which opened in the 1990’s. Many golfers visit Wentworth for the West course and very few courses can boast a tournament history on a par with the West course. It hosted the 1953 Ryder Cup and then in 1956 the Canada Cup, the forerunner to today’s World Cup of Golf. It has the distinction of hosting two of golf’s most prestigious championships; the World Matchplay and the PGA Championship. In addition the East course is in most golfers' lists of the top fifty courses in the British Isles. It was the setting for the inaugural Curtis Cup in 1932 and hosted a friendly match in 1926 between two teams from the US and Great Britain and Ireland which was the inspiration for the contest we now know as the Ryder Cup. Lastly the Edinburgh course was opened in more recent times and was designed by coach and former Ryder Cup player and captain John Jacobs in consultation with nine-time major champion Gary Player and the Club’s then professional Bernard Gallacher.

Location	40 km approximately 1 hour in light traffic
Holes	54, West, East and Edinburgh courses
Length/Par	West Course par 72 (7308 yards). East Course par 68 (6201 yards). Edinburgh Course par 72 (7004 yards).

Facilities

Three courses
Par 3 nine hole course
Practice range and grounds
PGA qualified tuition
Restaurant
Outdoor pool

Spa

Name of Spa	Spa
Opening Times	06:00 to 22:00 Monday to Friday. 06:00 to 20:00 Saturday and Sunday

Facilities

Reception area
Three treatment rooms
Relaxation area
Lockers and showers
Hairdryers
Slippers
Shower towels
Cleanser, toner and moisturisers
Fruit

Facial’s:
Classic Facial 45 minutes (express)
Classic Facial 1 hr
Classic Facial 1 hr 30 minutes
Carita Facial
Pro-Lifting Firming Facial
Pro-Lifting Booster Facial
Ideal Intense Facial

Jessica Nail Treatments:
Jessica Manicure
French Manicure
Deluxe Manicure
Deluxe Manicure with French Finish
Jessica Express Pedicure
Jessica Pedicure
French Pedicure
Deluxe Pedicure
Deluxe Pedicure with French Finish
File and Varnish
File and French Varnish

Body Treatments:
Aqua Polish
Essential Back Treatment
Body Masque
Instant Detox
Hydro-Replenishing Body Treatment
Carita Body:
Slimming Pro-Lift Body Treatment
Revitalising Renovateur Body Treatment
BeauBronz Tanning

Waxing & Tinting:
Full Leg Wax
Lower Leg Wax
Upper Leg Wax
Bikini Line Wax
Underarm Wax
Full Arm Wax
Half Arm Wax
Lip Chin or Eyebrow
Eyelash Tint
Eyebrow Tint
Eyelash & Eyebrow Tint

Massage Therapy:
Full Body Massage
Full Body Massage
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue Massage
Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage
Indian Head Massage
Scalp Massage
Foot Massage
Revitalising Massage
Volcanic Stone Massage
Pregnancy Massage

Treatments for Men:
Classic Massage
Signature massage
Express Facial
Signature Facial
Anti-Ageing Facial
Back Smoothing Treatment
Salneotherapy
The Hammam Ritual
Hand Grooming treatment
Foot Grooming treatment
Deluxe Hand and Foot Grooming treatment
Back Wax
Chest and abdomen Wax
Ear Wax 15 minutes
Eyebrow Shape

Specialist Treatment:
Reflexology
Hopi Ear Candles
Reiki Healing
Shiatsu
Hypnotherapy
Osteopathy

Cranley Comment

The Spa is located on the lower ground level and is accessed by stairs or lift. The three recently refurbished treatment rooms provide an area for relaxation, decorated with silk panelling with muted colours, soft music and restful mood lighting. Carita products are available for purchase. The large shower and changing facilities are well equipped with complimentary items. The gym is also located within this facility and the lap pool, sauna and steam room can be directly accessed by a large spiral staircase.

Special Needs

Communal Areas

The main entrance to the hotel has two shallow steps and a ramp for wheelchairs. The reception area has an induction loop system for the hard of hearing. Large disabled toilets with grab rails, a low level basin and a panic cord, which is linked to reception, are located on the lower ground floor and are accessible by lift. Assistance dogs are welcome in the hotel.

Rooms & Bathrooms

There are six Standard, three Twin and three King-sized rooms for disabled guests within the hotel. All have low level light switches and wide doors. The bathrooms are equipped with four grab rails, a low level basin and a panic pull cord which is linked to reception. There is approximately a 12 centimetre granite lip surround around the bath. The hotel can supply bed blokes to raise the height of the beds and vibrating 'Shake Awake' alarm clocks.

Restaurants & Catering

The Lobby Bar is accessible by a ramp at the entrance to the hotel. Indigo on the mezzanine level can be accessed by lift, disabled toilet facilities for this area of the hotel are on the lower ground floor. The Axis Restaurant on the basement level has its own individual disabled toilet facilities with grab rails, low level basins and a panic cord which is linked to reception. The Axis Bar area on the lower ground floor is only accessible by stairs. The Cinnamon Bar is at street level.

Cranley Comment

Wheelchair access within the hotel is generally good with the exception of the pool area in the basement level. Disabled toilets are located on the lower ground floor close to the spa and gym, with separate disabled toilet facilities at the Axis restaurant. An induction loop system is in place in the reception area and vibrating Shake Awake alarm clocks are available for the hard of hearing. The lifts are well lit and have brail buttons. Assistance dogs are welcome.

Environment

Measures

Recycling
Energy Saving
Community Service
Environmental Audits
Water Saving

Cranley Comment

Good environmental policies are in place. There is a ‘Green Team’ in most departments who constantly review the hotels policy on environmental issues. Many products used within the hotel are either organic or pure. There is a vacuum Evac water saving system used throughout the hotel. Wherever possible, rubbish is recycled and energy saving light bulbs are used. The Save the Children Fund is the hotel's preferred charity.

One Aldwych, London, Report Details

12 August 2007 (First Review)

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