Mayfair

Hotel Cafe Royal

Name: Hotel Cafe Royal
Address: London, Mayfair, United Kingdom
Rating: 4.7

★★★★★ 4.7 guest rating 10 Air Street, West End - Mayfair, Westminster Borough, London, W1B 4DY, United Kingdom

Hotel Café Royal occupies a restored 1865 landmark at the sweep of Regent Street, marrying historic salons with restrained contemporary design. Guests savor Akasha’s 18‑metre spa pool and two‑Michelin‑starred dining by Alex Dilling — exacting service for discerning travellers.

Historical building / heritage architecture Hotel Café Royal occupies a restored Grade II‑listed landmark on Regent Street (historic Grill/Oscar Wilde Lounge dating to 1865) with preserved ornate gilded interiors.
Art or curated design collection Property redesigned and curated with contemporary interventions by Sir David Chipperfield alongside restored historic features — hotel showcases considered design and curated interiors throughout public spaces and rooms.
Prime location (landmark adjacent, riverfront, iconic neighbourhood) Premier central London location on Regent Street where St James', Mayfair and Soho converge — moments from Piccadilly Circus, theatres and flagship shopping.
Exclusive access (e.g. members-only club) Akasha Wellbeing Club membership available — dedicated membership program offering regular access to the Akasha spa and gym and member benefits.
Panoramic or landmark views Event spaces and several suites offer views over Regent Street and Piccadilly Circus; select suites (e.g. Westminster Suite, Dome Penthouse) highlight landmark views across central London.
Wellness-focused design (sleep pods, circadian lighting, air purification) Akasha's wellness environment features mood lighting in the pool, restorative soundscapes and an LED ceiling in the gym designed to enhance wellbeing and motivation.
Bespoke scent branding or aromatherapy programme Akasha spa work includes uplifting aromas and partnerships with Aromatherapy Associates to support bespoke treatments and scent-led therapies.

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Rooms and suites

Deluxe King Room

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed, Free cot available on request

Room · 409 feet² · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Grand Deluxe King or Twin Room

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed, 2 single beds, Free cot available on request

Room · 431 feet² · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Grand Junior Suite

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed, 1 sofa bed

Private suite · 603 feet² · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Grand Regent Suite

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed, 2 sofa beds

Private suite · 969 feet² · Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Landmark view · Air conditioning
Grand Superior

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed, 2 single beds

Room · 377 feet² · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Westminster Suite

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed

Private suite · 678 feet² · Landmark view · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV
The Loft Suite

Sleeps 2 1 large double bed, 1 sofa bed

Private suite · 732 feet² · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Oscar Suite

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed

Private suite · 1163 feet² · Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Suite

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed

Private suite · 689 feet² · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed

Room · 344 feet² · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Junior Suite

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed, 1 sofa bed

Private suite · 560 feet² · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Regent Suite

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed

Private suite · 969 feet² · Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Landmark view · Air conditioning

Amenities

Wellness

Indoor pool 18m / 60ft indoor lap pool within the Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Centre, including mood lighting and an adjacent jacuzzi plus a smaller private Watsu hydrotherapy pool.
Hot Tub / Spa Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Centre — full spa facility with nine treatment rooms (including a double Akasha Suite), signature treatments and spa days; awarded England's Best Hotel Spa (World Spa Awards 2023).
Sauna Dedicated sauna as part of Akasha’s pool and thermal facilities.
Steam Room Dedicated steam room included in Akasha’s pool and thermal suite.
Fitness centre 300sqm / 3,230sqft gym in Akasha with LifeFitness equipment, personal entertainment centres (19" touch screens, iPad docks) and an LED ceiling; gym accessible 24/7.
Personal trainer service One-to-one personal training and wellbeing experts available at Akasha; includes elite personal trainers and private consultations/classes on request.
Yoga / Pilates studio Dedicated yoga studio and dynamic fitness studio offering yoga, Pilates and a timetable of holistic classes (group and private sessions).
Wellness treatments (massage, facial, hydrotherapy, etc.) Extensive treatment menu including massages, facials, hydrotherapy (Watsu), private hammam, signature Akasha therapies and partner brands (Aromatherapy Associates, Vichy, Valmont).

Dining

Fine dining restaurant(s) Alex Dilling at Hotel Café Royal — two-Michelin-starred restaurant offering modern French tasting menus, located within the hotel overlooking Regent Street.
Casual restaurant / café Barbounia — Mediterranean all-day brasserie on Regent Street; Cakes & Bubbles by Albert Adrià — dessert and Champagne concept by Michelin-starred pastry chef.
Bar / lounge Green Bar — hotel cocktail bar and mixology destination with botanical cocktails and a tucked-away lounge atmosphere.
Rooftop bar / terrace dining Green Bar Summer Terrace — seasonal al-fresco terrace off Regent Street for terrace dining and cocktails.
Afternoon tea service Traditional Afternoon Tea served in the Grade II‑listed Grill Room (formerly Oscar Wilde Lounge) — gilded salon with live pianist and Champagne options.
Private dining room Multiple bookable private dining and events spaces (Domino room, Oscar Wilde/Grill Room, Pompadour Ballroom) available for private dining and functions.

Services

Valet parking Valet parking service available at the main entrance (no onsite car park); published valet pricing and use of nearby NCP / Q-Park with set charges.
Airport / limousine transfer Private chauffeur transfers and airport transfer services can be arranged by the concierge (published one‑way transfer rates for Mercedes S-Class/MPV to/from Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and central stations).
24-hour room service Comprehensive in-room dining with breakfast, all-day dining menu and a late‑night menu (late-night service listed 22:30–06:00) — menus available as an In-Room Dining PDF indicating near-continuous day/night coverage.
Meeting / event facilities Extensive meetings and events spaces including the Pompadour Ballroom (with terrace), Domino room and Grade II‑listed Oscar Wilde/Grill Room — integrated AV, terraces, capacity and configurable layouts for conferences, banquets and private events.
Pet services / pet-friendly amenities Pet‑friendly policy: resident pets up to 12kg permitted in guestrooms, restaurants and bars (with some exceptions such as Alex Dilling and the Akasha spa); acceptance of non-resident pets at manager's discretion.