UK lifestyle aparthotel brand Native Places is set to open its fourth London property in January 2024 with Native King’s Wardrobe, St Paul’s. Situated in one of the capital’s most historic locations, the site will mark the seventh aparthotel in the brand’s portfolio.

Formerly known as the Royal Wardrobe in the 14th century, the building served primarily as a storehouse for the King’s state and ceremonial robes, as well as those belonging to members of the Royal Family. Breathing new life into the area whilst celebrating its fashionable history, Native Places will introduce a revived, spacious and characterful property.

The aparthotel is spread across seven Grade II listed townhouses inhabiting a private courtyard located just behind St Paul’s Cathedral. There are 92 apartments in total, each with fully equipped kitchens, living and dining areas, and workspaces. Bramley toiletries, fresh linens and Hypnos bed feature in all of the apartments, while tapestry prints from House of Hackney adorn the walls. Guests can choose from studios as well as one, two- and three-bedroom apartments.

In a nod to its fashionable past, each townhouse has been named after pioneering British fashion designers or international designer who transformed British attire and style from the 17th century onwards. These include Anna Maria Garthwaite, an English textile designer in the mid-18th century known for creating vivid floral designs handwoven in Spitalfields, as well as Rose Bertin, the famed dressmaker to Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, who opened a shop in London in the 1790’s, sharing her Parisian designs with the capital’s fashion crowd.

The property is also home to Counter; a lively neighbourhood space developed by Native Places that can also be found in its properties in Edinburgh and Manchester. Counter King’s Wardrobe marks the brand’s debut in London. By day, it showcases locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, along with artisanal pastries and a menu of light bites. As the sun sets, the cosy establishment transforms into a neighbourhood wine bar, serving as the backdrop for curated events and a diverse array of beverages, all while shining a spotlight on the talents of the local scene.