Hilton London Metropole, the largest Hilton outside of the US, is undergoing a multimillion-pound redesign.

Due for completion by Summer 2021, the refurbishment will see 1,096 guestrooms and suites revitalised with a contemporary and bold aesthetic that reflects different London boroughs, while the hotel’s four restaurants and bars will be relaunched with new drinking and dining concepts, including an all-day British brasserie serving locally sourced ingredients, and a relaxed market-style dining outlet that celebrates the city’s street food scene. The transformation will also include the opening of a new 200m2 fitness centre and studio.

Renovations are being made to the property’s 35 event spaces and too, including two hybrid meeting rooms and three ballrooms, which total over 4,600m2 in size, from the 1,062m2 Richmond Suite to the Kensington Suite with its open private foyer and space for up to 1,350 guests. Hilton London Metropole also operates Hilton EventReady with CleanStay, ensuring events are clean, flexible, safe and socially responsible, while technologic advancements include upgraded Wi-Fi and he introduction of Digital Key, which allows Hilton Honors members to check in and choose their room using their smartphone via the Hilton Honors app.

The hotel’s new design scheme celebrates the best of the British capital, weaving the city’s storied history throughout; the architecture, interiors, restaurants and bars feature references to East, Central and West London’s heritage, with nods to iconic areas like Borough Market, Covent Garden and towns on the Thames.

Sustainability is also at the heart of the refurbishment. From the team members’ uniforms, made from sustainable materials such as recycled plastic, to the green kitchens serving locally grown produce, the hotel has collaborated with a range of businesses to create an ethical and environmentally conscious space.

“The renovation will transform every element of the hotel, from our restaurants and bars to our bedrooms, suites and meeting and event spaces,” says Area General Manager Remco Norden. “Despite the challenges the industry faced in 2020, our hotel has an incredibly bright future and this is our opportunity to invest in it.”