London Syon Park, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, sits at the edge of the two hundred acre Syon House estate, a pastoral English setting that has served as the country home of the Duke of Northumberland for over 400 years. Seven miles from the city’s centre, London Syon Park brings contemporary luxury to London’s urban countryside with 137 magnificently elegant rooms and suites, drawing inspiration from its surroundings, its proximity to the Robert Adam designed interiors of Syon House and the enchanting heritage of its setting. Taking its cue from the “Syon Pleasure Ground” created in the 18th century by famed landscape designer Capability Lancelot Brown, this new jewel in the Waldorf Astoria crown offers the best of all pleasurable worlds – tranquil escape, a tradition of grand hospitality and state of the art amenities that define both the Waldorf Astoria experience and the rich legacy of Syon Park.
Robert Adam once stated that Syon House is “finished in a style to afford variety and amusement”. This theme is represented throughout the London Syon Park guestrooms. Classical room amenities blend impeccably with modern elements; sculptural glass shard chandeliers descending from ornate mouldings, guest bathrooms finished in timeless marble and limestone with recessed wall mounted TVs, illuminated rain showers and heated floors. Rooms look out onto lushly landscaped gardens and reflecting pools, most from private balconies. Every guestroom features high speed WIFI and a 42” LCD HD TV complete with the latest in-room entertainment system powered by Apple.
The London Syon Park dining experience embraces both the exquisite regal surroundings of the hotel and the legacy of the original Waldorf=Astoria in New York. Executive Chef Lee Streeton’s vision of fresh, seasonal and home-grown cuisine can be seen, heard and tasted throughout the hotel’s unique dining choices. The hotel’s main restaurant, The Capability, offers classic British dishes created using many of the ingredients that naturally grow in the grounds of Syon Park and the hotel’s own orchard and herb garden. Brownies, with an outdoor terrace, specialises in treats for kids of all ages with an array of hot and cold temperance drinks and a sundae bar that elevates ice cream, the cornet, and of course, the classic brownie to a new, dazzling level. Peacock Alley, the hotel’s Martini Bar, pays homage to that timeless cocktail while honouring the legacy of Syon Park’s historical Ice House. The Terrace hosts London Syon Park High Tea, a continuation of the 400 year tradition of afternoon tea at Syon.
London Syon Park sits at the edge of the Thames River, a stone’s throw from Kew Gardens. Seven minutes to Twickenham Stadium, twenty minutes from Waterloo and 33 minutes by train from central London and everything the city has to offer. However, the greatest attraction at London Syon Park is its temptation to escape by simply staying put. Escape the city, escape work, escape the world. Get away from it all and explore the charming and bountiful artistry of Syon Park. Marvel at the leaves, photograph rare flowers, tour Syon House, play croquet and archery, ride bikes through the park, fish for trout, find your perfect picnic spot, encounter wildlife and listen to birds. Or sit back and just soak in the magic of the countryside. Find your secret garden and restore your senses in the idyllic charms of Mother Nature and the nurturing hospitality of another Waldorf Astoria masterpiece.
For further information on London Syon Park, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Middlesex, TW7 6AZ visit: http://www.londonsyonpark.com