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THE HALKIN
EXTERIOR,
THE AMETSA
COUSINE AND A
METROPOLITAN’S
BAR COCKTAIL.

on each level. All rooms are furnished to superlative less service and fabulous dining. The Halkin is a pur-
standards in an uncluttered and elegant style which pose-built hotel – but the property’s Georgian-styled
uses pale cream fabrics and warm Pomelé Sapele ve- façade of weathered bricks, Portland stone and ar-
neers. Exceptionally comfortable beds are fitted with ching windows gives little away, blending comfor-
Egyptian cotton sheets and sumptuous goose down tably into its Belgravia surroundings. However, inside,
pillows. Ametsa, the Hotel restaurant, with Arzak In- the supremely contemporary and innovative design
struction, from Michelin-starred chefs Elena and Juan of Italian architects, Laboratorio Associati of Milan, has
Mari Arzak, delivers the philosophies of their family’s created a hotel where every detail is tailored to meet
unique cooking style. The Arzak approach is rooted in the demanding needs of the most discerning trave-
the traditions of ‘New Basque Cuisine’, pairing the ear- ler. I loved and enjoyed very much my staying at two
thy flavours and techniques of Spain’s Basque region these hotel so different one from each other; but the
with modern, surprising twists. It debuted in February common red line, like a silk ribbon that invisibly con-
2013, under the supervision of executive chef Sergio nect these two hospitality jewels, is regarding the
Sanz Blanco. Also in this case has been conceived, cre- courtesy, attention, service, hospitality, classy beha-
ated and owned by Christina Ong, today COMO The vior and many other pleasant particulars that make
Halkin is internationally regarded as London’s most your staying here in London a cool and lovely me-
elegant, exclusive and discreet hotel. Here, modern mory, a real reason to come back for a next time.
inspired design and technology combine with fault- www.comohotels.com

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