If you’re looking to stay at one of the best boutique hotels in London (and possibly one of the best in the whole United Kingdom!), this is it. Nestled away amid embassies and gorgeous Georgian architecture, COMO The Halkin brings the best hospitality from the luxe Singaporean hospitality brand to London. Just a stone’s throw from Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park, it’s an ideal place to call home when you’re on a trip to England’s capital.

While this stay was complimentary, all thoughts and opinions are our own.

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Review of COMO the Halkin

The design

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The Halkin Rooms offer sophisticated style and plenty of space

From the moment we fixed our eyes on this glorious old dame, we knew that we were in for a special stay. On the perfectly-manicured street, the hotel sits unassuming with its arched windows and Georgian-style brick exterior. And inside, things are just as fine, with light-filled spaces coupled with perfectly curated Asian-inspired ephemera.

Throughout the 41 rooms and suites at the property, a vibe of modern simplicity permeates every corner. We stayed in one of the beautifully appointed Halkin Rooms that boasted 45sq-m of luxury from the marble bathroom, complete with roomy bathtub, to the 40-inch TV. The signature Shambhala toiletries were a lovely addition to the facilities, and are the same across the brand’s properties worldwide.

Eat & drink

Alongside a hearty breakfast, the restaurant plays host to a range of international pop-ups that are sure to delight.

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Given a complete facelift in 2019, the new-look Halkin Bar is a wonderful place to whet your whistle

Thinkin’ bout drinkin’? Recently refurbished, The Halkin Bar is a wonderful place to grab a coffee or something stronger. We loved the martini(s) that we imbibed here, made with love and nice and strong.

Wellness

The world over, COMO is known to be at the forefront of the wellness industry with its numerous retreats and spas. At COMO The Halkin, guests have access to a fully-equipped gym and each room has its own yoga mat. In-room COMO Shambhala spa treatments can be arranged, or you can enjoy the facilities at the nearby COMO Shambhala Urban Escape at COMO Metropolitan London.

The service

But perhaps the most impressive part of a stay at COMO The Halkin is the service. It’s that good, old-fashioned type that you see in the movies, where people anticipate your every need. Friendly, helpful and in-the-know, it’s the people that make a stay here absolutely sublime.

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