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Standing like a gleaming beacon of city centre residence meets modern hotel living , it ’ s hard to miss Hyatt Regency ’ s London Stratford outpost . Set in the heart of the sprawling shopping and entertainment metropolis of Westfield Stratford , accessible in just 30 minutes courtesy of Southeastern ’ s high speed service , it rises in mirrored towering glory . This affords not only privacy to guests that check in to one of its 225 modern rooms , many with views of the rising east London regeneration skyline and a couple ( like our own ) boasting views directly down to the London Stadium , but also spectacular views for those visiting its signature restaurant , bar and terrace : Elondi .
Not content with offering a sleek mixologist-led indoor cocktail lounge and sophisticated restaurant - think art-deco finishes , plush chairs , pops of colour and deep ultramarine blue tones - Elondi , a contraction of east London dining , not only offers a carefully curated Zodiac cocktail menu inspired by star signs , and modern dishes with a standout section of east London classics such as Brick Lane chicken tandoori and cod battered in Beavertown Neck Oil IPA served with chips and mushy peas , but has also opened a new outdoor terrace for summer in an exciting new partnership with NUET Aquavit .
Stewarded by Sicilian head-chef Alessandro Femino and the epitome of welcoming service , food and beverage director Tommy So ( ex-Nobu , The RAC Club , The Stratford
Hotel , Sea Containers London , Claridge ’ s ), the Elondi Terrace affords glorious sundrenched city views , while the Scandi x east London partnership offers an ingenious curation of cocktails made from the historic Norwegian spirit and a growing following amongst cocktail connoisseurs in a space that is secluded away from the thriving hub below .
Inspired by Norse gods , choose to sip from Balder ’ s Cup ( the Norse god of innocence ) for an utterly divine combination of floral , citrus and spice notes . Dive deep into Loki ’ s Trick ( Norse god of mischief and deception ) for a long , bittersweet affair . Opt for Freyr ’ s Spritz , a sweet , sparkling cocktail that suits its ruler – Freyr , the Norse god of peace and fertility . Expect a heady kick from Thor ’ s Hammer ( Norse god of thunder and lightning ), or go for the Nuet & Tonic for an angelic , more simple profile .
Alongside the godlike ( and powerful !) cocktails , you can also delve into the Elondi menu , selecting light bites such as Elondi bread and baba ghanoush ; Scotch egg with truffle oil ; and glorious pulled brisket sliders for the best of alfresco city dining .
Sated visitors can turn resident with not one but two stay choices . Hyatt Regency London Stratford offers rich velvet furnishing and marble finishes across its 225 guestrooms , which include 10 stunning suites . While the Hyatt House London Stratford offers 92 studios and 35 onebedroom suites offering apartment-style
living with all the perks of a world-class hotel . All suites feature fully equipped kitchens , free wi-fi and stylish living and working spaces . Guests can also enjoy 24-hour access to complimentary laundry facilities , the hotel ’ s modern gym and an inclusive breakfast . As well as being primely situated for prime attractions including ABBA Voyage , the ArcelorMittal Orbit , London Stadium , Westfield Stratford City , the London Aquatics Centre and Lee Valley Velodrome .
Located on the third floor of Hyatt Regency London Stratford , the Elondi Terrace offers a weatherproof outdoor oasis with seating for 50 and standing for 100 , and will be open all summer long . Rooms start at £ 153 per night including breakfast .
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