Conscious, cultured, characterful, and considerate, the new Montcalm Mayfair is a five-star hotel that sits proudly in the heart of London’s most prestigious neighbourhood
The stunning Montcalm Mayfair, an Autograph Collection hotel, opened its doors earlier this year, following a landmark refurbishment led by award-winning architects Holland Harvey. The five-star boutique property is the flagship in the Montcalm Collection.
Over the course of two years the whole property has been reimagined and expanded in a past-preserving, forward-thinking manner. Most noticeable is the restoration of the Georgian Grade II-listed facade – which was damaged in WWII and rebuilt in the 1970s. The team have worked meticulously to enhance its appearance whilst preserving its historical integrity. Significantly, a new extension has also been added; designed to mirror the traditional mansard roof design, and in keeping with the local architecture, it has added 15 new guest rooms and suites, making a total of 151 rooms including three signature suites.
Over the course of two years, the entire hotel has been completely reimagined in a past-preserving, forward-thinking manner
The new interiors, designed by Studio Est, blend historical charm with contemporary, handcrafted furnishings and playful artistic details. A floral and garden theme runs throughout the hotel, brought to life with a palette of rich, natural, earthy tones and the use of organic materials like oak, marble and brass. This is particularly evident in the lobby, which has been reimagined as a dynamic living room with food and drink at the heart of the experience.
In this respect, the hotel is as much of a destination for Londoners as it is for guests. Lilli by Akira Back is Montcalm Mayfair’s signature restaurant. The exceptional food offering features modern interpretations of classic British dishes with global influences, combining the very best seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. At the helm is world-renowned, Michelin-starred chef Akira Back who has created a menu that honours his Korean heritage and dynamic creative flair.
Equally special is the bar, which serves an innovative cocktail list, taking guests on a journey through England’s Georgian gardens, with flavours that pay homage to English horticulture with an Asian influence. In a further nod to the garden theme, the space features a dramatic hand-painted mural by Will Foster; a playful, ethereal garden dances across the expansive ceiling.
Another favourite spot is the stunning new spa, which features four luxurious treatment rooms, including a couples room; a space for yoga, meditation, movement and reflection; infrared and traditional wood saunas and heat experiences; a hydro pool and jacuzzi; a gym fitted with the latest TechnoGym equipment; and a peaceful relaxation space offering tea rituals in partnership with Camellia’s Tea House. YĀTRĀ – meaning journey in Sanskrit – is a cocooning, subterranean space dedicated to pampering. Promoting relaxation, mindfulness, and personal growth, with an emphasis on balance, selfdiscovery, and harmony, the new spa goes beyond traditional treatments, offering immersive journeys that promise to leave you feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and connected to your inner self. Decorated in soothing pastel tones, with a bespoke scent featuring notes of eucalyptus, raspberry, and clove, with a heart of pine and a woody base of cedarwood, sandalwood, and musk, and a signature soundscape created by MindFidelity to reflect British woodlands and forests, it feels gloriously sophisticated and tranquil. Heaven on earth.
