Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch to open in autumn with an intimate spa and wellness space

Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch, the highly anticipated luxury hotel and residences set within one of the capital’s most recognisable landmarks, has opened reservations ahead of its autumn debut.

One of London’s most ambitious restoration projects, the property, developed in partnership with the Reuben Brothers, is positioned on the Mall opposite Buckingham Palace.

The restored grade I-listed monument will welcome overnight guests for the first time in its history.

The hotel’s spa will showcase Waldorf Astoria’s philosophy of intuitive, personalised care with several treatment rooms and thermal suite and hydrotherapy pool.

An intimate approach to wellness

In contrast to the building’s grand public spaces, the hotel’s spa offers a more private and intimate experience, shaped by Waldorf Astoria’s philosophy of intuitive, personalised care.

The spa will serve as a haven of calm with individual and couples’ treatment rooms, a sauna, steam room and hydrotherapy pool, complemented by a private relaxation area. Skilled therapists will curate treatments designed to restore balance and renewal.

Designed to feel discreet and self-contained, the spa is complemented by state-of-the-art fitness facilities.

Supplier details and the spa management have not been released as yet. The role of spa manager has been advertised.

Elegant rooms

Admiralty Arch has long been synonymous with national pageantry and state occasions. Commissioned by King Edward VII in memory of Queen Victoria and designed by Sir Aston Webb, the architect behind the Buckingham Palace façade.

The hotel will feature 114 elegantly designed rooms, suites and residences. Each carefully crafted to respect the building’s historic architecture.

Expansive residential and signature suites will occupy more than half of the accommodation space showcasing a distinctly residential expression of luxury.

The names of the residences and signature suites will reference the building’s unique history and naval heritage, including the Nelson Suite, St James’s Residence and Victory Residence, named after HMS Victory.

Renowned hospitality

Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch will debut two destination restaurants by Clare Smyth MBE and Daniel Boulud. The two globally celebrated chefs, whose restaurants together hold eight Michelin stars, will bring their distinctive culinary approaches to Coreus and Café Boulud.

A collection of grand and intimate event spaces, including a ballroom will accommodate a range of occasions, from gala dinners and weddings to conferences. Guests will arrive via a dedicated entrance, descending the building’s original oval staircase to the ballroom below.

History in the making

“Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch represents a rare convergence of history, place and possibility,” said Dino Michael, senior vice president and category head, Hilton luxury brands.

“To open a building of such cultural and national significance to overnight guests for the first time is both a privilege and a responsibility. It reflects our vision for Waldorf Astoria as a brand that inhabits the world’s most meaningful destinations, where heritage is not preserved as a backdrop, but reinterpreted as a living, contemporary experience for today’s luxury travellers.

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