Location. The Jolly Hotel St Ermins, built on the site of a 15th century monastery, is tucked discreetly along a side street one block from Westminster Abbey in London, England. The gentle terrain and quiet ponds of St. James Park are one half kilometre away, while Buckingham Palace is positioned one kilometre from this property.
Hotel Features. The hotels reception area features carefully preserved original features and is dominated by grand chandeliers and a colonnaded balcony. Dining options include Allegro con Brio, where fine wines accompany authentic Italian cuisine. The ornate Crystal Room Restaurant prepares traditional British fare enhanced with Italian influences. Deep red walls and marbled fireplaces establish the tone at Caxton Bar where drinks include a selection of Italian wines and single malt whiskies. The Lounge serves traditional English afternoon teas. This property offers 19 function rooms with a maximum capacity of 200 people. An Internet room is located in the hotels reception area, and wireless Internet access is available in public areas of the hotel. A concierge assists guests with tour plans and reservations. Pets are allowed at the discretion of management.
Guestrooms. This six story hotel offers 285 air conditioned guestrooms that vary in configuration due to the buildings historic character. Walls are adorned with historic art prints, and d�cor features rosewood furniture. Accommodations offer television based Internet access. Minibars and coffeemakers are available in all accommodations.
Expert Tip. The baroque staircase in the main lounge houses a secret passageway which was used by politicians as a private communication base with Members of Parliament.
Rates:
174.5951 - 238.6667
Number Of Rooms: 285
Number Of Floors: 6
Check In Time: 2 p.m.
Check Out Time: 12 p.m.
Amenities:
In House Dining
Children Allowed
Pets Allowed
Data Ports
Meeting Rooms
Business Center
Car Rent Desk
Family Rooms
Jolly Hotel St Ermins
Caxton Street 2
London, United Kingdom SW1H 0QW
Driving Directions:
From London Heathrow Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is 26 km (16 miles).
Getting there. The Heathrow Express train and black taxis are available for transfer from the airport to the center of London. The London Undergrounds Piccadilly Line also serves all Heathrow terminals and takes passengers into central London.
Getting around. The extensive London Underground system (the Tube) connects the hotel with the rest of central London. The Underground station closest to the hotel is St James Park. There is also a wide choice of buses. The hotel can order black taxis on request.
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