designed residences offer open-concept living and dining areas , fully equipped kitchens with Gaggenau appliances , stunning marble bathrooms , and spectacular views of the city , some from their own private terraces .
The first step across the threshold of our own three-bedroomed residence was one of jawdropping , awe-struck wonder . Contemporary artworks , gorgeous decor , sumptuous bedrooms , glorious bathrooms , and that incredible kitchen , it ’ s the type of room you check into and never want to leave ...
Those checking in with children , for which the residences are utterly perfect , experience an added air of magic . Children ’ s robes , slippers and mini toiletries are laid neatly on the bed ; time to splash in the frankly spectacular swimming pool is easily booked - you can ask for floats , toys and goggles at reception ; and there are board games , books and games consoles galore to keep younger guests entertained , while the concierge team can helpfully arrange anything from Riverboat Tours to private experiences at the Tower of London , and there are special kids ’ picks from the hotel ’ s signature Rotunda restaurant and room-service menus .
As night fell across the capital ’ s renowned skyline , it was time to discover an unrivalled culinary offering which elevates this London jewel even further .
Head first to the Rotunda Lounge . Situated at the heart of the hotel , under the beautiful domed ceiling , surrounded by friezes depicting the four seasons , it offers all-day dining , signature cocktails and more , which can be enjoyed against a backdrop of jazz from the resident pianist . For dinner , guests
have the choice of three acclaimed dining options , the Rotunda ’ s own brasserie menu showcasing classic British cookery ; La Dame De Pic London , where Anne-Sophie Pic brings her two-Michelin-starred signature French cuisine to the heart of the City of London ; or fine dining Asian offering , Mei Ume , our destination for the evening .
The traditional British architecture of Ten Trinity Square is reinvigorated with traditional Asian influence at Mei Ume , creating a perfectly sultry and encompassing dining space for exploring the traditional Chinese and Japanese dishes each realised with modern cookery technique .
There are a whole host of signature dishes , beginning with an inspired selection of sashimi , sushi and nigiri - the yellowtail sashimi and wagyu nigiri are not to be missed .
Signature main courses include the recommended , and utterly worthy of its acclaim , Peking duck . Available as a whole or half , it is served delicately ; juicy pink with crispy skin , paper-thin pancakes , shredded leek , cucumber and a divine duck sauce .
We completed a table sharer trilogy with a wok-fried angus beef fillet served with a punchy black pepper sauce , fried garlic and merlot reduction , and an incredible roasted black cod with yuzu soy and karashi kimi , all enjoyed with egg fried rice and braised aubergine in a spicy black bean sauce .
Savouring every lasting morsel as our taste buds experienced a truly magical journey of deep flavours , we almost forewent dessert , opting naturally for an after-dinner tea from the curated menu of some of the finest Japanese and Chinese teas in the world . Yet , the arrival of a simple bowl of ice cream for the children led to orders all round and included a signature fried ice cream served with panda leaves and coconut ice cream and banana coulis , as well as a delicious and proudly made in-house Guanaja chocolate and Madagascar vanilla ice creams , which were promptly declared the best we had ever tasted !
The only lure away from another bowl was the promise of an incredible night ’ s stay back in our residence abode . As children claimed their own king-size bedded rooms with ensuites and walk-in wardrobes from which to devour the complimentary fruit platter , we made full use of our spacious living quarters before a restful slumber and the extra treat of a room service breakfast of fresh waffles with hazelnut spread , flaky , warm pain au chocolat , poached eggs with avocado and a full English no less , all served at our own dining table with views of the city rooftops and The Shard beyond . We simply did not want to ever leave .
From the moment you arrive at Ten Trinity Square the stay is faultless with seemingly effortless and utterly enthusiastic service ; nothing is too much trouble and every detail is taken care of . Ideal for work , rest and play , it ’ s the London retreat that combines British sophistication and ultimate comfort – and deserves to be top of your luxury London staycation list .
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