Hyde London City opens as a new spot to stay, with a great location for both the City and central London
The remarkable 19th-century, Grade II-listed Spiers & Pond building in Farringdon is now Hyde London City following recent openings in Ibiza and Bodrum.
Spanning seven stories, Hyde London City boasts 111 guest rooms with a nod to the architectural heritage of the building, originally built in 1874. Designed by London-based hospitality design specialists, Studio Moren, the hotel is rich with references to Darwin’s seminal works and the kaleidoscope’s discovery, infusing a sense of energy and fascination into the space.
Hyde’s signature brand touches are felt throughout the hotel, like surf poncho-inspired dressing gowns and comfy sliders. The hotel’s Headliner Suite, set in the eaves of the building with a soaring 5-metre-high ceiling, offers stunning views over St. Paul’s Cathedral and London’s rooftops. This suite is complemented by a private marble-topped bar, perfect for enjoying sundowners.
On the ground floor, guests will find Leydi, a contemporary Turkish eatery. With a tmenu by renowned chef Selin Kiazim and the talented Halil Simsek, Leydi serves meze, home-baked pide, and Mangal-grilled meats and fish communal dining family-style.
Featuring an extensive selection of drinks crafted by award-winning mixologist Kevin Patnode, the menu also includes raki-based cocktails and a curated list of Mediterranean wines.
Underground is Black Lacquer, a cocktail bar dedicated to the love of music, paying homage to Hyde’s origins on the LA club scene. Accessible through its exclusive entrance on Green Arbour Court, Black Lacquer features booth seating in the pavement vaults, surrounded by a collection of carefully curated vinyl.
Cocktails and a menu of Tokyo-inspired small plates complement the bar’s atmosphere. The ever-changing soundtrack, hand-picked daily from an expansive range of vinyl records, will shift with the time of day and the mood of guests. Collaborations with emerging DJs and artists will drive Black Lacquer’s cultural programming.
Hyde London City rates start from £230. Dis-loyalty, Ennismore’s travel and food membership, gives members 50% off newly opened hotels within their Collective, meaning guests can enjoy half-price rates on all stays at Hyde London City and 10% off when dining at Leydi between September 2nd and December 2nd 2024.
15 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7EF