From award-winning dining and hidden cocktail bars to independent galleries, historic bookshops and quintessential London experiences, Holmes Hotel puts the best of Marylebone right on its doorstep. Set in one of London’s most characterful neighbourhoods, the hotel offers an ideal base for exploring the area’s cultural highlights, boutique shopping, local markets and distinctive experiences, with some of the city’s best-known attractions just a short stroll away. Here are 10 of the best.
Kitchen at Holmes: The hotel’s signature two-AA-Rosette-winning restaurant and cocktail bar features live music on Saturdays, a delicious Weekend Brunch menu, and a traditional Sunday Roast served from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. During the festive season, guests can dine under the stars on the hotel’s secret rooftop cinema terrace while enjoying fresh, tasty snacks paired with fine wines. To make a booking Tel: +44 (0)20 7958 5210.
The Vaults at Holmes: Tucked away in the hotel’s underground vaults is a variety of exceptional business spaces and private rooms available to hire for birthdays, corporate meetings, or special occasions. Contact Max Hughes Tel: 07722 021479, who facilitates the hotel’s alternative spaces, including the innovation-focused Laboratory, the Conservatory, the Summer Secret Garden for afternoon tea, the Library, and a dedicated games room with a billiards table that transitions into an atmospheric private dining area.
BXR Marylebone: Situated directly opposite Holmes Hotel, this elite, high-end, 12,000-square-foot combat fitness gym is famously backed by heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua.
The Gallery of Everything & ATLAS Gallery: Located at 4 Chiltern Street,
The Gallery of Everything focuses on brilliant, non-academic art Tel: +44 (0)20 7486 8908 galleryoferything.com. Just a short stroll away, ATLAS Gallery specialises in world-class photojournalism and fashion photography, frequently exhibiting masters like Henri Cartier-Bresson.
Cadenhead’s Whisky Tastings: Expand your palate at Scotland’s oldest independent bottler, located at 26 Chiltern Street, London W1U 7QF. In depth tasting courses can be booked throughout the week except Sundays. Courses Monday to Saturday are usually at 3pm and on Wednesday and Thursdays there are additional evening slots at 6.15pm.
The Sherlock Holmes Museum: Situated at the famous 221B Baker Street, this historic house offers a brilliant look into the Victorian world of the world’s greatest detective. A minutes walks from Baker Street Station, a striking nine-foot bronze statue of Sherlock Holmes stands complete with his signature deerstalker hat and pipe.
Daunt Books: Located at 83 Marylebone High Street, this captivating Edwardian time capsule is widely praised as the most beautiful bookshop in the UK. Open Monday to Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM.
Marylebone Sunday Farmers’ Market: Operating from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM every Sunday, this vibrant local market is the perfect spot to pick up fresh organic produce, artisanal bakery items, and homemade soups, alongside artisanal cheese tastings, smoked salmon, and boutique wines.
Rosslyn Coffee at the Royal Exchange: Described by Condé Nast Traveller as “the best coffee shop in the City of London,” finance enthusiasts can sip an expert brew while reading the latest edition of the Financial Times 21 Royal Exchange, London, EC3V 3LP | www.rosslyncoffee.com
The Tower of London River Tour: Book an electrifying Thames cruise aboard the
Silver Raven, the UK’s premier boat featuring a live historical commentary of Londons bloody history, which sets off from the Tower of London Quay. Book in advance | http://www.toweroflondonrivertour.com
