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DORCHESTER HOTEL, PARK LANE / MAYFAIR

The Dorchester, Park Lane, London, W1A 2HJ

The Dorchester's reputation as one of the most prestigious hotels in the world precedes it. The hotel, opened originally in 1931, is renowned for it's exceptional standards in both its services to guests, including a dedicated Concierge team, hair dressing salon, and 3 world class restaurants; as well as the facilities and amenities it offers, including not least the luxurious Dorchester Spa and its numerous beauty treatments, salons and fitness equipment.

With grand views over London's beautiful Hyde Park, the newly renovated Georgian Country House is host to celebrities, and world leaders and is the epitome of grace and opulence.

The Dorchester hotel is situated in the world-famous Park Lane, overlooking the majestic Hyde Park. The area is synonymous with style and sophistication, not to mention its relation to London's high society in Mayfair, and its proximity to London's exclusive and popular areas such as Knightsbridge, Piccadilly, and the West End which itself home of numerous London theatres and Theatreland. The royal Buckingham Palace and its grounds and gardens are also nearby.

Guest Rooms
In keeping with the traditional British theme and exquisite grand luxurious style of the hotel, the guest rooms at the Dorchester hotel have been lavishly furnished with authentic antiques, original artworks in oils and draperies of the highest quality fabrics characteristic of the hotel's Georgian House origins. Each room is individual and has been thoughtfully designed to ensure your absolute comfort and satisfaction. There are a wealth of facilities at your disposal, everything you could imagine from a luxurious hotel as highly regarded amongst travellers as the Dorchester. The rooms are air conditioned, naturally, and offer a fully stocked mini bar and private refrigerator. With friendly and efficient staff able to attend to your needs 24 hours a day, you are assured the greatest levels of personal service and attention.

Luxury ensuite facilities are fitted with real Italian marble as standard throughout the hotel, and have been designed with a 1930s theme to pay homage to the period and evoke the imagery of the hotel's 1930s origins. With excellent use of lighting, chrome fittings and etched glass, the bathrooms are famed for one more thing; the deepest baths you'll find in any hotel in London!

Non-smoking rooms are available on request, as are a number of dedicated disabled rooms featuring special needs facilities.

Suites
The Dorchester hotel has 53 suites, no two the same, with individual decor and colour schemes. Dorchester suites are extremely spacious, adorned with original wood panels, high quality fabrics, and original period antiques.

The Dorchester's Junior Suites are Art Deco themed and extremely roomy. With separated sitting and dining areas commanding decadent view across the picturesque gardens of Hyde Park, they are the choice of luxury.

London is full of wonderful restaurants, and at the Dorchester, you have a choice of three under one roof. The Dorchester hotel features 3 in house restaurants, each offering a unique perspective on world cuisine, whilst still maintaining the highest levels of service and dedication that you'd expect from the Dorchester. With interesting dishes and a range of culinary flavours to select from, all tastes are catered for at the Dorchester hotel.

The Grill Room
The Dorchester's Grill Room serves traditional British cuisine, classic dishes from Scottish Beef to Cornish Crabs, all made from the freshest ingredients from around the British Isles celebrating its heritage, all served in the grandest surroundings and tasteful decor.

China Tang
A buzzing atmosphere in which to sample the finest China has to offer await you in the intriguing China Tang Chinese restaurant at the Dorchester. Serving an authentic taste of the orient in a vibrant setting, enjoy a meal or just an exotic cocktail at the bar.

The Promenade
Recently refurbished, the Promenade is and always has been the heart of the Dorchester hotel. A warm and inviting atmosphere, the Promenade is open throughout the day. the perfect place for evening drinks amongst friends. Sample an award-winning afternoon English tea like true gentry.

The Dorchester Bar
The Dorchester Bar is currently closed for refurbishment and will re-open in April 2006. Until then the Promenade bar is available to serve a range of delightful cocktails.

In addition to these, a selection of private dinning rooms are available, with impressive settings and the finest in cuisine and wines.

Dorchester Spa
The Dorchester spa offers a range of exclusive treatments and services to truly pamper you. Set in a tranquil atmosphere, surrounded by serene artworks, there are a number of spa facilities at your dispose, including steam rooms, jacuzzi baths, whirlpool and saunas.

Beauty Treatments
Offering a range of facials, body wraps, manicure and pedicure as well as an extensive collection of massage treatments ( including Aromatherapy, Hot Stone Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Indian Head Massage, Thai Massage and Reflexology ) The Dorchester spa is the perfect place to relax or detox away from the stress of life in the big city. There is also a resident hair stylist and barber in the salon to help design the new you.

Fitness Equipment
If beauty treatments aren't your cup of tea, try the Dorchester's fitness centre, a fully equipped gymnasium featuring treadmills, resistance and cardiovascular machines, free weights, rowing machines and exercise bikes. Fully qualified Personal Trainers are available to tailor a fitness programme to suit you.

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