The Arch is a warmly inviting, laid-back gem of a hotel. Family run and staffed by award winning concierge and culinary talents, it is a home from home in the heart of central London.
CONTENTS Welcome 4 Rooms and suites 6 Hunter 486 restaurant 10 Bar and Salon de Champagne 12 Martini Library 14 Meetings and private events 16 Health and fitness 18
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AN EFFORTLESSLY FLUID RESIDENCE WITH A DISTINCTLY FRESH FEEL
Built within the walls of seven townhouses and two classic London mews homes, the Arch is a meeting of English heritage and global creativity. Eclecticism prevails, with each and every detail bringing function and elegance to the mix. Lovingly restored Georgian details are compelling in their varied and vibrant new clothes.
The atmosphere is electric with creativity, pleasure and expectation. Home to many alluring statement works by exciting, emerging British artists, the hotel’s art collection represents modern and classic mediums, resulting in a joyful clash of colour and texture. And the Marylebone postcode perfectly places this urban den for those who want to be at the centre of London life.
Step through Georgian doors into a truly contemporary boutique hotel. Peace and relaxation in the centre of London. The best of both worlds.
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CREATIVE, CREATURE COMFORTS
Each of our 71 guest rooms and 11 suites were individually designed to embrace their unique place within our beautiful building, and to maximise the impact of the immaculately restored classic features. Bespoke wallpapers, deeply comfortable beds with duck down duvets and pillows, crisp linens, fine furnishings, complimentary soft drink selection, Nespresso coffee, Sky HD TV, Internet radio, Wi-Fi, air conditioning and an iPod docking station enrich the rooms as standard.
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Anti-steam mirrors and rain showers enhance the ensuite bathrooms, and in our Deluxe and Executive rooms there are flat-screen TVs above the bath. Spacious enough for long stays, our suites are designed for ultimate comfort and convenience. Some even feature outside spaces in the shape of handsome private decked courtyards – a rare find in central London.
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e don’t believe in basic. W We believe in luxury.
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A DESTINATION IN ITS OWN RIGHT BY DAY AND BY NIGHT
As you enter Hunter 486 you are struck by the delicious aromas of fresh, seasonal cooking. Open-plan and featuring a traditional stone baked oven and an array of gleaming copper pans, the promise of delicious yet unpretentious dining is clear, and in the skilled hands of pedigreed chefs it is delivered –
exquisite yet hearty cuisine made using fine, local ingredients. The dining space enjoys natural light from large windows overlooking a charming neighbourhood mews. A light bite, a coffee or a full menu can be taken here on fine leather banquette seats in the company of unique artworks and a creative crowd.
ike the building, the food L can be described as respectfully twisted classics.
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CLASSIC GLAMOUR AND HOSPITALITY MIXED WITH MODERN ATTITUDE Our bar is the heart of our social space. The fluid lines and playful details of Philippe Stark’s bar stools take centre stage in a room designed with pleasure in mind. The pewter bar and pressed tin ceiling set the chic scene for enjoyment of a tempting menu of drinks, including inspired cocktails and signature martinis created by a team of experienced mixologists. Attentive table service and the easy-going nature of the bar make it a decidedly sound choice as a central London social destination.
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Champagne, in our opinion, deserves a dedication. Our Salon de Champagne is designed to capture the celebration and decadence of this iconic treat. Oozing timeless London glamour, the Salon is laid-back luxury at its best. Enjoy the convivial atmosphere in beautiful Tom Dixon chairs, or steal away in one of the intimate leather booths veiled with floor-length silk voile drapes for precious privacy.
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OUR SUMPTUOUS FRONT ROOM TIPS ITS HAT TO THE GOLDEN AGE OF BROADWAY The Martini Library is the perfect showcase for The Arch’s elegant proportions and inimitable style. Bathed in natural light, stone fireplaces, bookcases, leather armchairs, a ‘Press to refresh’ service button inspired by vintage service bells and artful decoration makes this room a decadent, warm place to unwind, to take high tea or to enjoy an expertly mixed martini.
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is is a place for refined Th relaxation, for gentle Champagne sipping and dainty nibbling of elegant finger pastries.
Its many pieces of statement furniture and carefully curated curios, including comprehensive collections of Taschen and Daunt books, make this a space with possibilities, all of them chic. It is in this modern setting that our much-loved classic Afternoon Tea is served.
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SERIOUS BUSINESS OR SERIOUS PLEASURE, YOUR EVENT WILL IMPRESS AT THE ARCH
We have the location, the standout style, the service and the distinctly different spaces for every occasion. Since we opened our doors in 2010 we have hosted private dinners, cocktail parties, fashion shows, board meetings, creative workshops, press launches and wedding receptions. We have even been the location of choice for film crews and the backdrop for A-list interviews. WHItehall 944 is our largest and most versatile private space. Discreetly situated on the lower ground floor,
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it can be dressed up or down boardroom style, theatre style or with an informal, open arrangement of elegant armchairs and sumptuous sofas. A sophisticated concealed lighting system throws soft or vibrant coloured light into the room. State of the art projection, audio and conference technology can be set up by our expert front-of-house team, and food from our superb kitchen can be served at any given time of day or night.
e don’t see problems when W approached with an original event idea – we see opportunities.
For smaller, more casual meetings, our study is ideal.
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KEEP ON MOVING
For guests with fitness on their agenda, we have Royal Hyde Park on our doorstep offering the opportunity to run, swim, cycle, horse-ride, skate and play tennis. Within the hotel itself, a compact but cleverly comprehensive gym is exclusively available to guests 24 hours a day. Included in our range of fitness equipment is a Power Plate machine, designed to increase bone density and improve muscle strength, circulation and blood flow. We also have a state-of-the-art Kinesis station. This new technology allows the user to train all muscle groups for a total
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body workout. On request, our personal fitness trainers work with you to develop the right training to meet fitness goals and keep you on track while you stay with us. And for those who want take it down a pace or two; original Georgian cellar arches have been given new life as tranquil alcoves for Yoga, Pilates or all-important pre-and post-workout stretching. For an even deeper level of relaxation, we have partnerships with local spas to offer guests a range of treatments and massages in the privacy of their own room.
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The only thing that is missing is you. We look forward to making your stay an unforgettable pleasure.
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