BACKGROUND This is a new-build hotel on the north bank of the Thames. Westin is the Marriott brand that focuses on five-star 'wellness, and this is the first Westin to open in the UK. The property is owned by 4C Hotel Group and managed by RBH.
WHERE IS IT? The hotel straddles busy, four-lane Upper Thames Street. Taxis can pull in for the south building, but if you are coming by public transport, head for Huggin Hill then Huggin Court; alternatively use the footbridge.
WHAT'S IT LIKE? The hotel is two buildings south and north, with the connecting 'bridge' containing the lobby, main restaurant and four floors of rooms.
The 'meaningful wellness' brand attribute has 'six pillars of wellbeing sleep well, eat well, move well, feel well, work well and play well. The moment you step inside there's a sense of leaving the city behind. The entrance lobby ('The Haven') has a triple-height ceiling, views across the Thames and a beautiful bespoke paper sculpture by Dutch artist Peter Gentenaar.
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