Surrealist Glamour in the Heart of Covent Garden
Celebrating a love for glossy glamour and playful wit, St Martins Lane London is an entertaining, elegant design hotel with a sprinkle of edgy sophistication. Conceived by visionary designer Philippe Starck as a surrealist wonderland viewed through the looking glass of British eccentric taste, the hotel commands an unbeatable location in the heart of Covent Garden’s bustling theatre district, just moments from Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square, and the West End.
Its dramatic lobby—adorned with soaring floor-to-ceiling glass, luminous interactive color installations, and iconic golden garden gnomes—sets the stage for an unforgettable London stay. Every corner of the hotel balances theatrical excitement with tailored, personalized British hospitality, making it the preferred urban hideaway for international cultural travelers, theatre enthusiasts, and design aficionados.
From the secret entrance of the subterranean Blind Spot speakeasy cocktail bar to the relaxed decompression vibe of The Den lounge and the craft coffee artistry of EllaMia, St Martins Lane delivers an electric social atmosphere paired with refined comfort in London’s most dynamic cultural quarter.
Property Gallery
Rooms & Suites
Standard Room
Crisp white linens, a plush duvet, and Ciel bath amenities complement floor-to-ceiling windows that capture an ethereal cityscape. Features custom interactive LED color lighting and Lavazza espresso.
Superior Room
More spacious setting featuring floor-to-ceiling windows framing dramatic London streetscapes, a plush Queen bed, walk-in rain shower, and customizable ambient light cove.
Superior Double Double
Unique and stylish sanctuary providing two double beds—ideal for families and friends traveling together—with ambient color cove, walk-in rain shower, and interactive HD IPTV.
Deluxe Room
Dramatic, ethereal setting with expansive floor-to-ceiling windows pulling in vibrant London energy, luxurious King bed, customizable color cove, and spa bathroom with rainfall shower.
Loft Junior Suite
Sophisticated open-plan suite featuring a separate sitting lounge, custom Starck designer furnishings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and deep soaking bathtub.
Corner Suite
Premier corner layout boasting sweeping dual-aspect London views, separate living and entertaining salon, marble bathroom with rainfall shower and soaking tub, and priority reservations.
Culinary & Nightlife
Blind Spot
Hidden speakeasy cocktail bar behind a secret tea counter facade, offering an inventive menu inspired by 25 global harbor cities alongside live music and DJ sets.
The Den
A warm, relaxed decompression zone situated just off the lobby, serving wholesome all-day menus, signature Afternoon Tea, and bespoke gin and tonic flights.
The Restaurant
Chic, intimately lit dining venue featuring high ceilings and modern fusion menus, serving the hotel’s signature daily gourmet breakfast spreads and seasonal dinners.
EllaMia London
A sophisticated coffee boutique bringing sunny California craft coffee culture, gourmet specialty brews, and delicate artisan viennoiserie to central London.
Frequently Asked Questions
Guests booking St Martins Lane London with Vincent Vacations receive exclusive Signature Travel Network amenities: complimentary daily full breakfast for up to two guests, a $100 USD food and beverage credit per room per stay (valid across all outlets including Blind Spot, The Den, minibar, and room service), a VIP welcome amenity, room category upgrade upon arrival subject to availability, and flexible early check-in and late check-out.
The hotel is centrally situated at 45 St. Martin’s Lane in Covent Garden (WC2N 4HX). It sits directly in the heart of London’s West End theatre district, steps from Leicester Square, Trafalgar Square, Soho, and the English National Opera.
St Martins Lane London was designed by legendary French designer Philippe Starck, who created the hotel as a surrealist wonderland celebrating British eccentric taste, featuring interactive color-lighting moods, soaring ceilings, and whimsical design accents.
Blind Spot is the hotel's celebrated hidden cocktail destination, tucked behind a golden tea counter facade. It showcases an adventurous cocktail menu inspired by 25 world port cities from Osaka to Mumbai, paired with live jazz and DJ sessions.
Rooms feature custom interactive LED light coves that allow guests to tint the room color to their preference, dramatic floor-to-ceiling glass windows framing Covent Garden, Lavazza coffee machines, and luxurious Ciel Spa bathroom amenities.