FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LONDON AT TEN TRINITY SQUARE: The Tower Bridge Icon
The grand and elegant Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square, housed in a historic building in the heart of London with breathtaking views of Tower Bridge, the Tower of London and the Thames Embankment, is the gateway to the city’s rich history and vibrant present, where you’ll find high quality hospitality, luxurious accommodation, an award-winning spa and exquisite gastronomy.
Designed by renowned architect Sir Edwin Cooper and built in Beaux-Arts style, Ten Trinity Square opened in 1922 and housed the Port of London Authority.
Set along the River Thames, London has become the centre of world trade by the 19th century. The London Port Authority had complete control over traffic on the Thames, and every day thousands of people came to the rotunda to pay port dues for all ships arriving in London.
During World War II, Ten Trinity Square was damaged by bombing and the domed rotunda was destroyed. The original central rotunda was later topped by a magnificent glass dome, created to emulate that of nearby St. Paul’s Cathedral.
Now an exhibition of ancient artifacts provided by the Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA) brings all that history to life beneath the majestic domed ceiling of the Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Providing comfort and convenience for an unforgettable stay with views of the City of London and city sights, the luxurious rooms and suites are ideal for business travelers, couples and families, whether for a short or an extended stay.
The interiors of the rooms are decorated in calm gray-blue or honey-oak tones, each room is equipped with modern technology: air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, telephone and safe, free Wi-Fi. The bathroom has all necessary cosmetics for shower, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers.
We stayed in one of the hotel’s most luxurious and majestic rooms, the Four Seasons Heritage Suite with iconically named COOPER SUITE — the perfect blend of form and function.
A spacious suite with a separate living room, sleeping area and marble and gold-tiled bathtub, and cosy, historic detailing complements the suite’s modern luxuries such as the built-in bathroom TV and bio-ethanol fireplace and and remind us of the great history of Ten Trinity.
DINING
In the mornings from 07.00 to 11.00 Rotunda Lounge becomes a venue for a buffet breakfast with a wide range of appetizers, hot dishes, pastries, desserts, drinks, and dietary dishes is served upon request.
Traditional English tea parties are served in the lounge from Wednesday to Saturday.
During the day guests can sit in the lobby bar serving light snacks and cocktails, and in the evening spend time in the elegant 1920s-style Rotunda Bar, reflecting the splendor of the hotel, with vintage spirits and a wide selection of whiskies and live music from Thursday to Saturday.
And of course, once at the hotel, a culinary journey to the renowned two-Michelin-starred French restaurant La Dame de Pic London, run by Anne-Sophie Pic, the only female chef in France to have been awarded three Michelin stars, is unequivocally worthwhile.
Here, each dish is a harmonious fusion of flavors and textures, redefining the art of French haute cuisine in London.
As Anne-Sophie herself says, she is guided by her intuition and emotions, and this is evident in each of her dishes to evoke the same pleasure in her guests.
The kitchen of La Dame de Pic London is curated by young and talented Head Chef Evens López. Open for lunch and dinner, the restaurant features several tasting menus, with dishes that change seasonally, but there are bestsellers that you can always try, such as:
WILD SEA BASS AND CAVIAR — father’s favorite Anne-Sophie Jacques Pic, signature since 1971.
LES BERLINGOTS ASP — Pasta Parcels Filled with Blackmount Cheese, Heritage Green Tomato,
Mace and Tonka
And an amazing dessert that will leave no one indifferent:
WHITE MILLE-FEUILLE — Tahitian Vanilla, Jasmine Jelly and Voatsiperifery Pepper Cloud
Various pairings are available to complement the menu of your choice. It could be an Alcoholic option or non-alcoholic, which also boasts an interesting selection of alcohol-free wines, beers, cocktails and teas.
TOWER BRIDGE SPA AND WELLNESS
Staying at the Oele, we couldn’t deny ourselves the pleasure of treating ourselves to the ultimate in relaxation luxurious spa.
Here you can immerse yourself in the ancient traditions of hammam treatments designed to rejuvenate body and mind, stone therapy, massage, facials and body treatments. Experienced therapists will provide you with unrivaled care and tranquility throughout your journey.
There is also an indoor swimming pool, steam room, beauty salon, gym.
Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square
Address: 10 Trinity Square, London EC3N 4AJ, United Kingdom
Instagram: @fstentrinity
Text: Marina Timo
Photo courtesy: EATWEEKGUIDE
