London has just welcomed a new icon of luxury hospitality. Six Senses London, the brand’s first hotel in the United Kingdom, has officially opened its doors at The Whiteley, the historic former Whiteley’s department store in Bayswater.
Blending wellness, sustainability, emotional hospitality, and British craftsmanship, the hotel introduces a fresh and calming rhythm to one of the world’s busiest cities.
Located moments from the serenity of Hyde Park and the vibrant streets of Notting Hill, this remarkable property transforms a historic landmark into a modern urban sanctuary designed for travellers seeking restoration, inspiration, and meaningful connection.
A Historic Landmark Reimagined
Six Senses London sits inside the beautifully restored Whiteley building on Queensway, once London’s iconic department store. The architecture retains its Grade II listed façade while integrating contemporary design inspired by the Great Exhibition of 1851.
Designed by AvroKO in collaboration with EPR Architects, the interiors blend historic elegance with modern sophistication.
At the centre of the hotel is the restored grand staircase, an architectural highlight that winds upward beneath a striking glass dome, allowing natural light to flood the space and create a sense of openness and calm.
Design elements throughout the property combine:
Rich deep green marble and Art Deco accents
Warm woods and sculptural lines
Expansive windows that invite natural light
Thoughtfully curated botanical displays
The result is a hotel that feels both timeless and contemporary.
Elegant Rooms, Suites, and Residences
Six Senses London features 109 beautifully designed rooms and suites, many of which include private terraces overlooking the city.
The interiors emphasize comfort, tranquility, and natural materials. Guests will find:
Spacious layouts with floor-to-ceiling windows
Elegant glass rain showers
Calming colour palettes of inky blues and warm woods
Art Deco inspired curves and modern design elements
For those seeking a truly elevated experience, the Whiteley Suite stands out as the hotel’s crown jewel. Featuring a 125-square-metre rooftop terrace, it offers panoramic views and the option to create an entire private floor for ultimate exclusivity.
In addition, the property includes 14 branded residences, offering luxury living within this historic building.
Six Senses Spa London: A Wellness Destination in the City
Wellness sits at the heart of the Six Senses philosophy, and Six Senses Spa London is one of the most impressive urban wellness facilities in the city.
Spanning 2,300 square metres, the spa blends modern science with holistic healing traditions.
Highlights include:
London’s first hotel magnesium pool designed for muscle recovery and relaxation
A 20-metre indoor swimming pool
A 325-square-metre fitness centre
Dedicated yoga and mindful movement studios
The spa also features 13 wellness spaces and six treatment rooms, offering experiences such as:
Cryotherapy
Red-light therapy
Flotation therapy
A traditional hammam
A sensory relaxation suite
For those focused on performance and recovery, the Biohack Recovery Lounge provides advanced therapies including compression boots, PEMF therapy, sound loungers, and electro-muscle stimulation.
Guests can also access personalised health consultations through the integrated Wellness Centre, which offers biomarker testing, lifestyle analysis, and tailored programmes for sleep, stress management, and metabolic health.
The Alchemy Bar: A Modern Apothecary Experience
One of the most unique spaces in the hotel is the Alchemy Bar, led by Head Alchemist Charlotte Pulver.
Inspired by traditional herbal medicine and the Anglo-Celtic calendar, this interactive space invites guests to create their own wellness blends using locally foraged herbs.
Visitors can craft:
Herbal tinctures
Botanical tonics
Natural skincare preparations
These ingredients are also used across the hotel’s spa treatments, steam rituals, and culinary experiences, creating a deeply immersive wellness journey.
Dining at Whiteley’s Kitchen, Bar and Café
Food at Six Senses London follows the brand’s Eat With Six Senses philosophy, focusing on seasonal, local, and sustainably sourced ingredients.
The hotel’s main dining venue, Whiteley’s Kitchen, Bar and Café, celebrates modern British cuisine with a creative twist.
Led by Executive Chef Eliano Crespi and Head Chef Jose Jara, the menu emphasizes:
Vegetable-forward dishes
Fire-led cooking techniques
Fermented and preserved ingredients
A dedicated fermentation lab produces house-made ferments, fruits, and koji, enhancing flavour while supporting gut health.
The bar programme is equally thoughtful. Cocktails can be enjoyed with or without alcohol, highlighting ingredient integrity and craftsmanship.
One standout drink is Clouds Over Islay, combining Bruichladdich whisky, amazake, and lemon hydrosol created in collaboration with the Alchemy Bar.
The wine list champions British vineyards and independent growers, reflecting the same seasonal philosophy as the kitchen.
The World’s First Six Senses Place
Above the lobby lies another groundbreaking concept — Six Senses Place London, the world’s first social wellness members’ club from the brand.
Designed as a space for connection, reflection, and personal growth, the club offers curated programming inspired by the Six Senses Almanac, aligning experiences with seasonal rhythms and cultural traditions.
Members can participate in:
Wellness workshops
Thought-provoking talks
Shared dining experiences
Mindfulness and healing sessions
It’s a refreshing alternative to traditional members’ clubs, focusing on restorative experiences rather than status or performance.
Sustainability at the Core
Sustainability is deeply woven into the identity of Six Senses London.
The hotel operates without single-use plastic and includes several eco-conscious innovations:
Rainwater harvesting systems
Energy-efficient infrastructure
More than 1,150 square metres of green roof space supporting biodiversity
The property also features an Earth Lab, where guests can join hands-on workshops focused on environmental awareness, botanical preparation, and creative repurposing.
Additionally, 0.5% of total hotel revenue is directed into the Regenerative Impact Fund, supporting environmental and community projects.
Revitalising Queensway
Six Senses London is part of the wider £3 billion regeneration of Queensway, which aims to revitalise this historic London district.
The redevelopment of The Whiteley spans over one million square feet, including luxury residences, retail spaces, and hospitality venues.
The project has already created more than 300 jobs across hospitality, wellness, and culinary sectors, contributing significantly to the local economy.
Guests can also travel through the city in style with the hotel’s custom Lotus Eletre electric house car, reflecting the brand’s focus on sustainability and innovative design.
A New Era of Luxury Travel in London
Six Senses London joins the brand’s growing collection of urban sanctuaries worldwide, following successful openings in Rome and Kyoto.
Now part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury portfolio, the brand continues to expand globally while maintaining its core philosophy: creating places that help travellers reconnect with themselves, others, and the world around them.
With its blend of heritage architecture, cutting-edge wellness, sustainable design, and soulful hospitality, Six Senses London offers something rare in a city hotel — a place where the energy of London meets the calm of a wellness retreat.
For travellers seeking luxury with purpose, this new opening is set to become one of the most exciting destinations in the city.
