Hotel Xenia Opens in South Kensington, London

The Hotel Xenia in London has opened following a two-year development at a cost of approximately £9 million.

Hotel Xenia is the latest addition to Great Hotels of the World’s Premium Collection.

The hotel is located on Cromwell Road in South Kensington, just minutes by foot from many of the city’s most famous museums, including the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Natural History Museum.

The Victorian building has been lovingly restored, and boasts 99 contemporary guestrooms, including one suite with Turkish bath.

Unique personal touches are prevalent throughout the property, including the addition of a tablet computer in each of the bedrooms.

The hotel is showcasing a new dining concept. Its restaurant, Evoluzione, has been inspired by renowned nutritionist Chiara Manzi, and serves Italian food with a healthy twist. A destination in its own right, Evoluzione provides healthy, low-calorie Italian cuisine in stylish surroundings, located in the property’s bright and elegant conservatory, with daily demonstrations at a dedicated show cooking station. Hotel Xenia promises, among other delights, a three-course meal for under 800 calories – so guests can enjoy guilt-free gourmet dining. Headed up by renowned Italian chef Pasquale D’Ambrosio, the restaurant also has an al fresco dining area.

Hotel Xenia can also cater for events in its private dining room, accommodating up to 14 guests. A multipurpose function room is also available, with capacity for up to 80 guests, ideal for board meetings, cocktail parties and screenings. Two stylish bars, one with a separate entrance and outdoor space, will serve an exciting menu of cocktails. A pretty herb garden where guests can enjoy the finest cigars from the bar's well-stocked humidor complete the onsite facilities.

Mario Ovsenjak, General Manager at Hotel Xenia comments: "We are very excited about this new property. It is an exclusive offering which we hope will be a contemporary yet comfortable home from home for our discerning guests. Innovation is throughout – from our unique dining concept to tablet computers in each room – which I believe will bring something special to London."

To celebrate its opening the hotel has launched an introductory promotion, giving guests 35% off its room rates which start from £123.50. Terms and conditions apply.