Fodor's Expert Review St Martin's Lane
45 St Martin's Ln., London, Greater London, WC2N 4HX, England
Hip travelers come to this Philippe Starck–designed spot positioned artfully between Trafalgar Square and Covent Garden. Giant Baroque mirrors, pink hydrangea-filled vases, and golden molar seats dot the lobby, while leopard print–carpeted bedrooms are very modish with white lacquered fittings, etched glass, and aluminum teardrop lights. Be sure to sneak into the secret Blind Spot speakeasy for late-night cocktails, hidden behind a fake tea counter and entered via twisting a creepy golden hand–shaped handle.
PROS
- ultracool lobby, restaurant, bar, and secret speakeasy
- funky color-your-mood bedroom lighting system
- guests enjoy free entry to adjacent Gymbox gym
CONS
- rooms can be a bit small
- some noise from busy St Martin's Lane is inevitable
- some find it a bit cooler-than-thou
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Rate Includes: No Meals