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Celebrating a Century (and Possibly a Bit More) of Hospitality

As London continues to prepare for a diamond jubilee and an Olympiad, another milestone event has quietly been coming together since 2011. Today, The Stafford London by Kempinski begins a year-long celebration of its 100th (and possibly nine months) birthday.

Although the exact opening date of The Stafford Hotel as it stands today is highly debated*, research indicates that it took place in either spring 1911 or early 1912.  With this in mind, the hotel opted to use 2011 as its preparation period for a year of festivities in 2012.

“In 2011, we were inspired by our rich heritage and embarked on a renovation program that made the hotel better than ever; we launched our rustic British restaurant The Lyttelton and began pulling together new one-of-a-kind experiences for our guests,” explains General Manager Leon Baum.  “This year, we celebrate it all. Each initiative highlights our quintessential British character, while also illustrating how we continue to evolve and exceed our guests’ wildest expectations.”

Baum pauses, smiles and adds, “Plus, we would have hated to overshadow another big occasion that was taking centre-stage in London last spring.”
Featuring VIP experiences, new epicurean offerings, historic exhibits, and a plethora of promotions, trivia, and insider insight shared via social media, guests will find opportunities to become immersed in the hotel’s history and discover what is in store for the years to come.

To kick-off the celebrations, the hotel is unveiling the ultimate London VIP experience.

London Calling: Experience the City Now with New Winter Breaks Package at The Stafford by Kempinski

Before the tourists and tv cameras flood in, there’s an opportunity to enjoy London the way Londoners do.  Strolls in St James Park, shopping along Piccadilly, taking in a show, leisurely afternoons at the Tate Modern, evenings at Mayfair’s hottest restaurants – it’s everything one loves about London, but far from the madding crowds.

Kitchen Chemistry: A Valentine’s Day Epicurean Adventure at The Stafford London

Nothing says romance like a lavish candlelit dinner on Valentine’s Day, and even more so when one’s sweetheart is surprised with a home-cooked gourmet meal prepared with love, and served in one’s own home.

The Stafford London by Kempinski Welcomes a Fresh Face

On the heels of the completion of a more than £6 million renovation and the opening of The Lyttelton, The Stafford London by Kempinski is experiencing change within their executive team as well.  Katerina Esakova has been appointed as Director of Sales, effectively immediately.