LONDON
ICONIC CITY VIEWS MEET UNRIVALLED FAR EASTERN HOSPITALITY FOR A LONDON STAY LIKE NO OTHER
SHANGRI-LA HOTEL AT THE SHARD
BY SAMANTHA READY
A VENTURE TO OUR GREAT CAPITAL OFFERS SOMETHING QUITE SPECIAL . PERHAPS IT ’ S THAT UNIQUE COMBINATION OF HISTORIC CHARM , EXCEPTIONAL ARCHITECTURE AND ECHOES OF THE PAST , THAT WEAVE ALMOST SEAMLESSLY INTO THE THRIVING METROPOLIS OF SHINY BUILDINGS , TECHNOLOGY AND GLOBAL CULTURE . OR PERHAPS IT ’ S THAT RENOWN COMBINATION OF LUXURIOUS HOSPITALITY AND CULINARY EXCELLENCE . RIGHT AT THE HEART OF BOTH , SHANGRI-LA AT THE SHARD STANDS OUT FROM THE CROWD .
This year marks the 6th anniversary of Shangri-La ’ s first ever UK offering as Western Europe ’ s highest ever hotel ; combining 202 guest rooms and suites , private event spaces , a breathtaking infinity pool , and sublime drinks and dining offerings ; spread from the 34th to the 52nd floors of iconic London landmark , The Shard . Despite a Covid-shaped curveball , the Shangri-La ’ s three ‘ S ’ s ’ of distinction ; style , sophistication and exceptional service are as notable as ever .
Housed in Renzo Piano ' s iconic London landmark , guests , whether first-timers or returning loyalists , are swept up in the awe of the gleaming mirrored building , whilst the air of sophistication and style remains as polished as its opening . The journey of modern luxury London meets Chinese hospitality begins from the moment you step through the lobby doors .
The traditional Chinese influence is as tranquil and it is grand in the hotel entrance ; the artworks and lighting - which change to reflect the season or support good causes - provide an oasis of calm that swiftly transports you away from the hustle and bustle of the Capital , almost as quickly as the super speedy elevators that whisk you to the reception lobby on level 35 , where both hotel stayers and visiting-for-the-day diners disembark .
Exiting here is where the true marriage of our great capital and this oriental brand comes alive ; floor-toceiling windows on every axis , breathtaking views , and Chinese poise and decadence awaken every sense . For those staying or opting for cocktails in GONG , the hotel ' s destination 52 floor cocktail and champagne bar another lift will whisk you upwards . Those that come to dine simply pass by the lounge area , which is always beautifully bedecked in seasonal decor , round to TÎNG , the main dining space which occupies almost the entirety of the floor . Whilst those lucky enough to be staying are promptly checked in and dispatched further skywards to discover the wonder of sleeping # intheclouds aside floor to ceiling windows overlooking some of London ’ s most iconic landmarks .
For those in the know , the points of The Shard align with the compass points and our Level 43 city-facing room ( all cleverly designed to make the most of every viewpoint ) is everything you could imagine and then
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