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London Marriott Hotel County Hall Reveals New Rooms, Suites

by Aoife O'Riordan

Feb 7, 2025

© London Marriott Hotel County Hall

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With unbeatable views of the River Thames, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament and London Eye, London Marriott Hotel County Hall raises the bar even more with the debut of 35 new guestrooms and suites. From private balconies to interconnecting bedrooms to spacious dining rooms, this upscale hotel brings guests even closer to the splendor and elegance of London.

The Big Ben Balcony Suite offers a flexible layout that includes one or two interconnecting bedrooms, a spacious lounge area and dining space for up to eight guests. This suite also boasts a large, private balcony with sweeping views of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. The South Bank Balcony Suite, meanwhile, provides guests with the option of two or three interconnecting bedrooms, three bathrooms and a separate lounge, all overlooking the London Eye and River Thames.

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© London Marriott Hotel County Hall

The hotel also unveils 15 new balcony rooms, offering a personal escape with 180-degree perspectives of the river. Twelve additional loft rooms present a unique layout with a staircase leading to a private viewing platform.

Rooms and suites embrace the building’s 1922 origins as London’s former City Hall, with bespoke features like pocket-watch print curtains, bowler hat artwork and wallpaper that doubles as a map of London. Accommodations further exude luxury through marble bathrooms and luxury bedding.

pool

© London Marriott Hotel County Hall

In addition to these exciting new guestrooms and suites, the hotel also recently reopened its Club facilities following extensive upgrades, accessible to both hotel guests and members of the public with the purchase of a day pass or membership. The new gym features the latest premium equipment from Technogym, including a Therabody station with elite sports massage devices. The 25-meter indoor swimming pool, meanwhile, floods with natural daylight, allowing guests to relax in the heart of the city.

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