Thistle Bloomsbury Hotel Goes Back To Its Roots

Thistle Hotels has invested over £9.7m in an exciting and extensive refurbishment and restoration programme that will see the hotel lovingly restored to its former Victorian splendour. And that’s not all; the hotel which is a grade II listed building, has reverted to its original name The Kingsley as a mark of its literary heritage to the author Charles Kingsley and the Bloomsbury Set.
 

The first phase of the refurbishment is nearly complete, revealing 42 new deluxe and executive bedrooms available from mid November. In addition a renewed, glossy exterior will adorn the building thanks to a delicate restoration project of the stunning Victorian façade.
 

Inside, the bedrooms have been completely modernised with a vibrant colour palette of rich reds, golds and creams for a warm and restful experience, as well as luxury bathrooms boasting power showers, stylish contemporary furnishings and state of the art technology including plasma TV’s, and Wi-Fi access throughout.
 

General Manager at the hotel, Jane Hills said: “The hotel is the ideal venue for both corporate and leisure guests. Our exciting investment plans coupled with the hotel’s excellent location will offer guests a first class, warm and relaxing experience within a luxury environment.”
 

The exciting refurbishment is a continuous project which will also see a focus placed on enhancing the meetings and events product with stylish contemporary furnishings, diverse lighting systems and the highest quality AV equipment.

From January work will commence on the hotel’s public areas including the front of house and reception areas, plus a new bar and fine dining restaurant.
 

In addition to the aesthetic look of the hotel, Thistle has invested in developing its corporate social responsibility strategy in a bid to reduce the company’s overall carbon footprint - this includes energy efficiency measures such as in-room light sensors, dual flush WC systems and a recycling programme.
 

The Kingsley by Thistle refurbishment is due for completion in summer 2009 and is part of a national rebrand programme which has seen a £138million investment across Thistle Hotels and includes a new corporate identity and enhanced service and quality standards.
 

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