London is always a great idea for a quick trip—especially from Boston. We love popping across the pond whenever we get the chance. Flying overnight from Boston to Europe is less of a hassle than flying to the West Coast for us, as long as we get a few hours of sleep on the way there we are ready to hit the ground running when we land, well at least after a cappuccino or two! Here is how to spend a weekend at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park in London.
Why Choose the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
The Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park is one of the grandest hotels in London and that is saying something because London has a lot of nice hotels. We love the MO Hyde Park because it offers the best of East and West. The Asian influence really comes through in the top-notch service and the location right in the heart of it all means that not only can you count on the best night’s sleep of your life, but you will also be waking up to a breakfast where both congee and a full English is on the menu!
Accommodations
London is full of dreamy hotel rooms, but my favorite is the Hyde Park Suite at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park. Overlooking the park, this two-room suite is larger than most flats in the city at over 860 square feet.
However, it has all the comforts of home and leaves you feeling as if you have stepped into your very own home away from home. The spacious living room is perfect for entertaining or enjoying a glass of bubbly before dinner and the bedroom is so luxurious you won’t want to leave—however you are in London after all—there are some exciting things going on outside as well.
Dining at the MO Hyde Park
The MO Hyde Park has several world-class dining options that are worth checking out. Of course, there is DINNER by Heston, the two Michelin star signature restaurant by Heston Blumenthal specializing in old-fashioned dishes reinvented for the modern palate. And then there is the newest kid on the block, the Aubrey. The Aubrey is a Japanese Izakaya, fusion restaurant in the basement of the Mandarin Hyde Park and it is as funky as it sounds. Expect a solid izakaya menu filled with sushi, miso cod, and all the classics, served alongside some tasty cocktails! Finally, save room for breakfast each morning because it is my favorite part of the MO experience, whether you go for a western or eastern, or a mix of both, it is the best way to fuel up for a day out and about.
For more ideas on what to do in England check out our posts about 3 reasons to visit London and 5 reasons to visit Oxford.