First inside look at the Hard Rock Hotel, London

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As it prepares to check in to the capital for spring 2019…

 Hard Rock Hotel London has given Hotel Designs an exclusive first look inside the new hotel ahead of opening its doors in spring 2019.

Drawing on the legacy of the greats who stayed here in decades past – and an inspiration to those who are yet to write their own story – the Hard Rock Hotel London will stand alone as a haven for music lovers and cultural explorers everywhere.

Designed by the award-winning architectural and interior design practice, Scott Brownrigg, and catering to the needs of both business and leisure travellers, Hard Rock Hotel London will boast around 1,000 stylish rooms and suites, together with two vibrant bars, a lively Hard Rock Cafe® and the world famous Rock Shop®.

Taking the London experience to another level, luxurious Rock Royalty rooms and suites offer extra perks including a personal concierge and access to a lavish Lounge.

Built in one of London’s most iconic locations – on the corner of Oxford Street and Park Lane – the hotel will shelter guests steps away from London’s buzzing city centre, West End theatres and the glorious greenry of Hyde Park.

Each Hard Rock Hotel has an incredible memorabilia collection – and Hard Rock Hotel London’s interiors will pay tribute to former residents such as Jimi Hendrix, Diana Ross, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder and Madonna along with the crème de la crème of contemporary artists.

Slated to be the ultimate urban hang-out, visitors will experience a true taste of London, as Oliver Kahf, General Manager of Hard Rock Hotel London, comments: “Hard Rock is a world-class institution where contemporary style and comfort meets rock star service. This building has stood at the intersection of British music and fashion since the 1930s and when we open in spring 2019, it’s sure to become a go-to London hotspot once again.”

Internationally recognised as a world-class entertainment and lifestyle brand, Hard Rock Hotels offers stylish and contemporary design mixed with unparalleled service and the thread that unites them all – music.

Hard Rock Hotels cater to the evolving and distinctive needs of today’s cosmopolitan, modern travellers, who seek a reprieve from traditional, predictable experiences, whether for business or leisure travel.

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Hamish Kilburn / 10.05.2018

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