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Jumeirah Carlton Tower

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25 July 2017

Jumeirah Carlton Tower

Name of resort/hotel

Jumeirah Carlton Tower

 

Year opened

Opened as The Carlton Tower in 1961, before rebranding as Jumeirah Carlton Tower in 2005.

 

Neighbourhood

Jumeirah Carlton Tower is situated in the heart of London’s fashionable Knightsbridge district. The hotel overlooks the leafy Cadogan Gardens and offers panoramic city views from many of its rooms and suites. A short taxi ride takes you to The City, London’s financial centre, and the popular West End.

 

Walking distance to:

Jumeirah Carlton Tower is within walking distance of the prestigious Harrods and Harvey Nichols department stores and the luxury designer boutiques of Sloane Street. Attractions such as Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Royal Albert Hall are all in close proximity to the hotel.

 

Size and style:

The fresh and contemporary interiors of Jumeirah Carlton Tower’s 216 guest rooms and suites combine sophistication with understated luxury.

 

Family friendly:

Yes. Children are welcomed with special kids’ amenities including child-size bathrobes and slippers, Jumeirah teddy bears, sweets and the opportunity to follow a spy-themed treasure trail starting at the hotel. Children from any age can enjoy the swimming pool with supervision from their parent or guardian at The Peak Health Club & Spa. Swimming lessons are also available, subject to a fee and booking in advance.

 

Airport transfers:

Yes, in the hotel’s fleet of brand new BMW 7-series cars. Newspapers, magazines, chilled water, mobile telephone and Wifi are included. From £165.00 (about A$270).

 

You need to know:

Guests of Jumeirah Carlton Tower receive exclusive access to the private gardens of Cadogan Place, including two tennis courts. Bicycles are available for complimentary use by guests and can be arranged through the hotel’s concierge. It’s the perfect way to explore London’s 173 square kilometres of green space.

On site dining facilities:

Chinoiserie: An elegant lounge on the ground floor with sophisticated décor, Chinoiserie is an ideal spot to enjoy light meals and beverages throughout the day, as well as traditional afternoon tea accompanied by live music from the resident harpist.

The Club Room: Located on the ninth floor, The Club Room serves a wide range of fresh and healthy meals including an a la carte menu, where guests pick their protein and accompanying sides; a nutritious lunch buffet; delicious fruit juices and smoothies as well as champagnes, wines, beers and spirits.

 

On-site facilities:

Pool

Yes, one indoor 20-metre swimming pool.

Gym

Yes – a state-of-the-art gym on the ninth floor offering fantastic views across London, an expert team of Personal Trainers available for private sessions, plus two dedicated fitness studios offering over 70 classes a week

Spa

The spa menu at The Peak Health Club & Spa features scientific skincare specialists SKEYNDOR, facial experts HydraFacial MD and organic skincare brand PHYTO5, alongside manicures and pedicures created by celebrity nail artist Deborah Lippman.

 

Concierge recommends:

One of the hotel’s most successful local partnerships is with the nearby Victoria and Albert Museum, the historic museum of decorative arts which was founded in 1852 and now celebrates excellence in art and design. Guests should look out for packages which include complimentary tickets to the V&A’s paid-for exhibitions, as well as promotions inspired by the museum’s headline exhibitions.


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