Great Scotland Yard Hotel, London REVIEW - MASTER THREAD
Mar 4, 2018, 10:49 pm
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Great Scotland Yard Hotel, London REVIEW - MASTER THREAD
Another London option coming with the Unbound Collection in Q4/2018. If I recall correctly, this building is near Big Ben, Westminster, so a great location.
The iconic building of the historic London Metropolitan police station, Great Scotland Yard Hotel is currently being developed into a luxury lifestyle hotel and will be the first hotel in the U.K. in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand. Expected to open in Q4 2018, the famed landmark is known for its rich history, providing guests the opportunity to stay in the location where police pursued some of the country’s most notorious criminals, including Jack the Ripper. The distinct historical character of the building will be preserved throughout the renovation, including maintenance of its original façade. Upon completion, this historic building will be a luxury 153-room hotel with sophisticated food and beverage offerings
Taken from this press release, announcing other (already known) European "Unbounds", like Martinez, Du Louvre, Budapest and Istanbul
Hyatt Newsroom - News Releases
The iconic building of the historic London Metropolitan police station, Great Scotland Yard Hotel is currently being developed into a luxury lifestyle hotel and will be the first hotel in the U.K. in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand. Expected to open in Q4 2018, the famed landmark is known for its rich history, providing guests the opportunity to stay in the location where police pursued some of the country’s most notorious criminals, including Jack the Ripper. The distinct historical character of the building will be preserved throughout the renovation, including maintenance of its original façade. Upon completion, this historic building will be a luxury 153-room hotel with sophisticated food and beverage offerings
Taken from this press release, announcing other (already known) European "Unbounds", like Martinez, Du Louvre, Budapest and Istanbul
Hyatt Newsroom - News Releases
Mar 5, 2018, 2:25 am
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Looks very promising.
Also interesting to see the Martinez become an Unbound. It never really seemed like a "Grand Hyatt".
Also interesting to see the Martinez become an Unbound. It never really seemed like a "Grand Hyatt".
Mar 5, 2018, 10:38 am
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I did a little bit of research... seems the hotel should have become a Steigenberger Hotel. Article dates back to 2015, so probably explains why it can become a Hyatt within 9 months or so.
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/...0m-development
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/...0m-development
Aug 27, 2018, 4:33 am
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Hotel now scheduled to open in 2019...
Hyatt to grow UK footprint as new brand is launched - ITV News
Excerpt:
Hotels group Hyatt is on track to grow its UK footprint, with plans to open a new site at Great Scotland Yard as part of major brand launch.
The US company’s UK presence is small compared with its global footprint, with just five sites in the country – four in London and one in Birmingham.
But it is expanding rapidly, having recently confirmed the opening of one of its so-called Unbound Collection sites, based in the former home of the London Metropolitan Police at Great Scotland Yard for next year.
Hyatt to grow UK footprint as new brand is launched - ITV News
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Hotels group Hyatt is on track to grow its UK footprint, with plans to open a new site at Great Scotland Yard as part of major brand launch.
The US company’s UK presence is small compared with its global footprint, with just five sites in the country – four in London and one in Birmingham.
But it is expanding rapidly, having recently confirmed the opening of one of its so-called Unbound Collection sites, based in the former home of the London Metropolitan Police at Great Scotland Yard for next year.
Mar 28, 2019, 6:58 am
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My understanding is Mr Sholto Smith, previously of the Hyatt Regency Perth, Park Hyatt Melbourne and, I think, Park Hyatt Siem Reap will be the GM.
My understanding is Mr Sholto Smith, previously of the Hyatt Regency Perth, Park Hyatt Melbourne and, I think, Park Hyatt Siem Reap will be the GM.
Mar 28, 2019, 12:38 pm
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My understanding is Mr Sholto Smith, previously of the Hyatt Regency Perth, Park Hyatt Melbourne and, I think, Park Hyatt Siem Reap will be the GM.
My understanding is Mr Sholto Smith, previously of the Hyatt Regency Perth, Park Hyatt Melbourne and, I think, Park Hyatt Siem Reap will be the GM.
Apr 16, 2019, 10:49 pm
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Hotel has an own page now. But still no opening date, would have hope it would open by June, but I'll guess I'll stay at the HR.
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/un...and-yard/lhrub
Apr 16, 2019, 10:53 pm
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I think the location is shown wrongly on the hyatt map.. hotel should be near Covent Garden. Hotel also does not seem to have a category yet. I presume a 5
Interesting hotel description, too
Interesting hotel description, too
Apr 17, 2019, 7:21 am
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Sholto is superb in every way! I had stayed at PH Melbourne regularly for almost 2 years under his management and witnessed his expertise throughout. He also did a fantastic job at PH Siem Reap. I am sure that he will do it again in London!
Apr 18, 2019, 1:59 am
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The map on the web site is hopelessly out for the address. The location is just off Whitehall, around the corner from McDonalds and behind the Nigerian Embassy
Jul 30, 2019, 12:12 am
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rates serm on the higher side... higher than The Churchill.
i booked a 2 night stay in October with P+C and will monitor the rate development...
i booked a 2 night stay in October with P+C and will monitor the rate development...
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