Boasting theatrical levels of design, this five-star hotel seduces couples thanks to its versatile event spaces and decadent individuality.
Words by Callum Topazio
Beautifully reimagined by Jacques Garcia with Oscar Wilde levels of flamboyance as his brief, you can expect pure opulence from L’oscar London. In a glamorous Bloomsbury postcode just steps from Covent Garden and convenient travel links, stepping inside this baroque-style hotel whisks you away from the busy streets of the capital and into the grand embrace of five-star service.
Once the pious home of the Baptist Church, L’oscar has truly been given a decadent stamp thanks to rich velvet-draped rooms, golden burgundy palettes and the 495 bespoke Lalique crystal birds nesting throughout the venue. The theatricality extends to the 39 bedrooms that make up the boutique hotel, with each carrying a sense of privacy, luxury and individuality that speaks to the considered design of the venue.
From the Superior Room up to the L’oscar Suite, the extravagant style manifests itself in tall ceilings, plush furnishings and architectural character that feels more like a French palace than a London hotel. Expect 21st-century touches from underfloor heating and Icelandic Eiderdown duvets to marble bathtubs and rainforest walk-in showers; L’oscar London pour atmosphere and depth into every detail.
Lined from wall to ceiling with mirrors and gilded panels, enrich your stay with a trip to the L’oscar Restaurant, their ground floor ode to the famed Cafe Florian of Venice. With menus specially crafted by their chefs to reimagine contemporary favourites with theatrical plating, a booking here would be certain to add a romantic touch to your city staycation itinerary.
When it comes to weddings and events, the spaces on offer at L’oscar have the power to transport couples out of the city and into the fantastical, made for every celebration from intimate ceremonies to grand receptions. Offering Silver, Gold and Platinum packages with flexible food and beverage options, these event spaces can bring your wedding dreams to life…
- The Library: This extravagant room on the second floor bursts with charm thanks to the decorative plasterwork and cabinets filled with historic books and theatrical venetian masks. The electric blue space hosts for up to 80 loved ones.
- The Committee Room: Made for standing receptions and seated dinners, this intimate space on the first floor is ideal for get-togethers to bookend your big day.
- The Baptist Bar: Design comes to life on the ground floor of the 222 square-meter octagonal chapel, The Baptist Bar centres around a magnificent silver bar crafted from a mosaic of mirrors with traditional Chinese motifs lining the walls. Ready to host grand occasions from day to night.
- The Baptist Dome: Upstairs in the octagonal chapel is The Baptist Dome, a glass-topped first floor connected through a spiral staircase and brought to life with lush greenery and florals. Natural daylight bathes space for up to 70 seated guests.
- Butterfly Lounge: A versatile and cosy nook available for intimate bookings, aglow with warm lighting and plush furnishings.
We learnt that at L’oscar London your eyes are never not entertained, a rich beauty of design that delivers on both style and substance thanks to the dedicated and attentive team that truly embody five-star service. To plan your own romantic getaway or nuptials, please visit www.loscarlondon.com for more information.
