A Look Inside : The Chancery Rosewood

After more than four years in the making, London’s most talked-about opening, The Chancery Rosewood is finally open. The Chancery Rosewood is set in the former U.S. Embassy on Grosvenor Square, the Grade II-listed icon has been given a glamorous new lease of life by British architect Sir David Chipperfield and developed by Qatari Diar Europe LLP. Together they have meticulously restored its historic façade without losing an ounce of gravitas. But as dazzling as the exterior may be, the real thrill begins once you step inside, where food and drink take centre stage.

This is Rosewood’s second London property, joining the acclaimed Holborn Rosewood, which opened in 2013 after transforming another Grade II listed building into one of the capital’s most celebrated luxury addresses.

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The Chancery Rosewood is a hotel for those who love space, light, and a touch of drama in the heart of Mayfair. It is an all-suite affair, with 144 stylishly appointed suites, many offering sweeping views over Mayfair and Hyde Park. Its origins as a government building mean it stands proudly apart from neighbouring buildings, giving the property an unusual sense of openness that’s rare in the heart of London.

Taking inspiration from the sophistication of the 1920s and the creativity and glamour of the 1960s, the design scheme draws a warm, rich colour palette and feature refined, Art Deco-style detailing, walnut panelling and marble and brass accents, altogether channelling the ambiance of a traditional British gentlemen’s club.

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On the first floor, floor-to-ceiling windows frame Grosvenor Square, flooding the rooms with light and giving the interiors an airy, almost cinematic feel. At the very top, two show-stopping penthouses Charles House and Elizabeth House take luxury to another level. These suites feature private landscaped terraces that offer panoramic views of the London, fully equipped bars, and grand marble bathtubs perfect for soaking away the city bustle. Whether entertaining friends or simply indulging in some serious R&R, these suites offer an unrivalled sense of privacy and style.

The Chancery Rosewood is reimagining its approach to luxury hospitality, with flexible check-in and check-out, and a house car is available for city transfers, so guests can come and go on their own terms. Forget the traditional lobby hustle, at The Chancery Rosewood on arrival, guests are personally greeted and escorted straight to their suite. Those staying in Signature Suites or Houses enjoy the extra indulgence of a private butler, adding a little discreet magic to the experience.

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With eight new restaurants and bars, The Chancery Rosewood establishes itself as a dining destination in Mayfair and beyond.

CARBONE: Brings a slice of New York Italian to Grosvenor Square, making its European debut with the bold flavours and charismatic energy that have made it a cult favourite across the Atlantic.

EAGLE BAR:  With its wrap-around terrace, skyline views, and expertly crafted cocktails from NoMad London’s Lina Oster. The space is anchored by the building’s iconic gilded eagle sculpture, forged from B-52 bomber aluminium by Theodore Roszak, which gazes over the greenery of Grosvenor Square and the London skyline, adding a touch of drama to the experience.

SERRA: Led by chef Alex Povall whose CV includes Berenjak and Angela Hartnett’s Murano offers a relaxed Mediterranean experience inspired by the sun-soaked shores of southern Italy and Greece, from breakfast through dinner.

JACQUELINE: Is a refined tearoom and dessert salon curated by Executive Pastry Chef Marius Dufay, serving delicate, flower-inspired pastries and classic afternoon tea.

TOBI MASA: Makes the biggest splash, marking the London debut of chef Masayoshi “Masa” Takayama’s legendary New York sushi restaurant, Masa.

GSQ: The hotel’s neighbourhood deli, offers coffee, fresh pastries, sandwiches, and seasonal bites, with an outdoor terrace spilling onto Grosvenor Square

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Beneath the streets of Grosvenor Square, the Chancery Rosewood unveils Asaya Spa, a wellness sanctuary designed by Yabu Pushelberg. At the heart of the spa is The Taktouk Clinic, led by Dr. Wassim Taktouk, London’s first hotel clinic to fuse clinical expertise with a full-spectrum wellness philosophy. This subterranean retreat blends cutting-edge fitness, advanced dermatology, and indulgent spa rituals to offer a holistic approach to wellbeing, featuring a 25-metre swimming pool and five treatment rooms, plus a fitness centre with reformer Pilates beds.

The Chancery Rosewood is also slated to be both the first five-star hotel and first U.K. hotel to ever receive a BREEAM outstanding rating for sustainable development, the property truly showcases the powers of sustainability.

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