The Lalit London joins SLH
Small Luxury Hotels of the World has announced The Lalit London as its latest addition to its collection of small, independently owned hotels. Following its opening in February 2017, the hotel is the first overseas venture for New Delhi-based hotel company The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group.
Daniel Luddington, Vice President of Development at SLH says: “SLH now has nine hotels in London, so any new hotel we add to the collection here has to be something really special. The Lalit London offers extraordinary attention to detail and craftsmanship as well as a modern take on Indian fine dining. A stone’s throw away from Tower Bridge and the Southbank, we are excited to offer the SLH community our first luxury experience south of the River Thames.”
The Lalit London sees the transformation of a derelict Grade II listed building into a 70-room luxury boutique hotel following a five-year restoration, and combines original Victorian features with custom-made Indian interiors and modern technology. Once home to St Olave’s Grammar School, there are nods to the building’s history throughout, most notably in the striking panelled Great Hall, two bars located in the former Teachers’ Room and the Headmaster’s Room and some guestrooms which boast 30-ft ceilings.
The dramatic great hall is home to pan-Indian restaurant Baluchi where a selection of flavours from across India including Kashmir, Bengal, Kerala and Goa are served. The restaurant also features a Naanery where wines are paired with artisanal breads prepared in the tandoor.
Arun Kumar, General Manager of The Lalit concludes: “We are delighted to be part of SLH, for us they incorporate the same core values to drive unique one of a kind experiences for guests, with a personal touch that leaves a lasting impression. Our London hotel is an incredibly special hotel to the family and its staff, and joining the SLH family feels like the perfect partnership in a portfolio of so many incredible hotels.”
