The Prince Akatoki London

Hotel · Marylebone

The Prince Akatoki London

Hotel · Marylebone

50 Great Cumberland Pl, Marble Arch, London W1H 7FD, United Kingdom

Highlights

Sleek quarters in a high-end hotel with a whisky & sake bar, plus a Japanese fine-dining restaurant. A 4-minute walk from Marble Arch tube station, this serene, upscale hotel in the elegant Marylebone district is 8 minutes away on foot from Hyde Park and 2 miles from Buckingham Palace. Featuring Japanese-style decor, the minimalist, sophisticated rooms have flat-screens, Wi-Fi, minibars, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. Suites offer sitting areas; upgraded suites add kitchenettes and living rooms. Amenities include a sleek fine-dining restaurant serving Japanese fusion cuisine, as well as a bar specialising in whisky and sake. There's also a gym. Breakfast and valet parking are available, as are sushi-making classes and sake tastings.

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"The vibe: Japanese calm Location: Marylebone Top amenities: Turndown tea Best for: A meditative take on London Akatoki is derived from the ancient Japanese word for “dawn” and this really was a new dawn for boutique hotels in London when it opened in 2020: an 82-room taste of Japanese hospitality and a bubble of tranquillity, just two blocks from heaving Oxford Street and Marble Arch. This is the first UK property for Japanese hospitality doyens Prince Hotels, and they’ve gone all out to showcase their decades of expertise. The calming rooms are dressed in lots of light wood and neutral tones, with barely-there images of tranquil landscapes split across panels behind the beds, and simple wooden furniture bringing the outside in. Downstairs, the whiskey-specialist Malt Bar & Lounge fuses Japanese ingredients with famous cocktails, while restaurant TOKii puts a Japanese spin on local ingredients, from lobster croquettes with mango and yuzu salsa to caramelized black cod with miso and sweet corn fried rice. Loose leaf tea by the bed at turndown is the final ingredient in this recipe for calm." - Julia Buckley

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Funky C

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Visited the UK recently which included an 8-night stay at The Prince Akatoki London. Simply put: we had a most wonderful experience here. We loved the boutique feel and vibe of the hotel, as well as its upscale elegance.||Location of the hotel is perfect. It is very close to Oxford Street where there is much shopping action. Yet just a five-minute walk from the hustle and bustle you will find the hotel, situated in a quiet neighbourhood. In fact, you will find many shops and restaurants within walking distance of the hotel, including the fabulous Marylebone Farmers' Market which takes place every Sunday. Nearest underground station - Marble Arch - is only a five-minute walk away. ||Our room (Executive) was lovely: clean, airy and the decor was calming and warm. Bathroom was fully equipped including bidet toilet and bathtub with shower (and a TV!). Drinks in the minibar were complimentary (except for alcoholic items), a nice touch.||On site, there is a restaurant (Tokii) as well as a bar/lounge. We were fortunate enough to have brunch on a Sunday where live music played on a unique Japanese instrument - Tsugaru Shamisen - was performed by a duo. I believe they only do this at the hotel once a month, so check the hotel's website for additional info and schedule. It was fantastic as it added to the experience of the amazing meal we were enjoying.||We were also lucky enough to find some time to enjoy the bar where Mario, the terrific bartender that night, made us some fantastic cocktails with a Japanese twist. Definitely recommend checking this out.||At the end of the day, the experience you get at any hotel comes down to the people you encounter directly and indirectly on a daily basis. This is where I would like to give credit and thanks to:||1. Housekeeping team. We received twice-daily housekeeping service. They did an amazing job setting up the room so that it is relaxing and welcoming every time we came back to the hotel.|2. Front Desk/Reception. Without exception, everyone was friendly, professional, helpful and efficient. Special shout-out to: Joy, Adri and Cara, for your smiling faces and for treating us so well.|3. Concierge team of Adrian and J.P. Adrian was the first and last person we dealt with at the hotel as we arrived and left. He is without a doubt the face of the hotel. Anything you need, just speak with Adrian. The moment we arrived at the hotel, he whisked our luggage from the mini van (that he had arranged to pick us up in), and then promptly provided us with wine and sparkling tea before we had even checked in. I knew from that moment that we were going to love our stay at the Akatoki!||Other nice touches: in-room yoga mat, pillow spray for better sleep at night, and "pillow menu" where you can select different pillows.||Only regrets: not getting a chance to have breakfast or dinner at Tokii.||I highly recommend The Akatoki, without reservation. We are so glad to have discovered this hotel as this has now become our goto place to stay in London. We will DEFINITELY return. Thank you to everyone for making our stay so memorable and enjoyable.

Samantha H

Google

I stayed here for 2 nights on business - perfect location and ambience! I would like to give kudos to a few special staff members however I can honestly say that they were all 6* - amazing, caring and professional. The room was spotless and welcoming (very Feng shui !) - with lovely touches including a turn down surface and a tv screen above the bath! The normal bathroom provisions, tea/coffee, mini bar were all high standard products with everything thought of. Unfortunately I did not get to try out breakfast or dinner here, hopefully next time as menu was definitely enticing !| A piece of calm within the city - I am hoping this gem is kept a secret !

C S

Google

We had a wonderful stay st the Prince Akatoki Hotel. Everything was perfect from the beginning (Clarissa gave us a very warm and friendly welcome, and gave us good tips when I asked her and handled everything very professional), during our stay (thank you to the concierge (I am so sorry I didn't ask for his name!) for the fantastic restaurant recommendations (Hakkasan Mayfair) and all the help), the really friendly team members at the restaurant (thank you so much for all the help and the good tip with the Coca Cola against stomach problems, but also forgot to ask for her name, I'm so sorry!)! The restaurant has a nice breakfast and really outstanding tea. The room was bright, nice and very clean. Thank you to the amazing team for making our stay so special and memorable! We look forward to return next time we are in London!

Rina Feast (That’s How We Feast)

Google

Our stay at The Prince Akatoki London was nothing short of exceptional. The hotel's peaceful ambiance and minimalist Japanese interior immediately set a serene tone. We appreciated the thoughtful incorporation of Japanese elements throughout, from the breakfast to the authentic food offerings, yukata robes, and even the Japanese-style toilets. The staff went above and beyond to ensure we felt welcomed and cared for. A special mention to the porter who assisted us with a taxi fee issue, preventing us from being scammed. His proactive help left us feeling grateful and reassured of the hotel's commitment to guest satisfaction. Overall, our experience was memorable, and we look forward to returning to The Prince Akatoki London for another peaceful and enriching stay.

Lana L

Google

The hotel is centrally located. Walking distance to Soho and Mayfair areas. The room is luxurious and clean. Upon checking in, we were greeted by super friendly staff. Especially Joy, she was very attentive to my aging parents. Also, concierge Adrian and JP were very helpful. They planned our two days stay in London with fun things to do.

Aysha H

Google

I visit London often and tend to say in very nice hotels. I chose this one due to the location primarily and it surpassed my expectations. It is understated with it location however the decor, ambience, cleanliness, amenities is beyond those that I have experienced at a 5* hotel. The brand identity is strong and love how it follow through all your experience (including the turn down service).||When I was checking out and share my experience Joy helpfully shared details to book directly with the hotel next time (which I fully intend to shortly for my next work trip)

Liwun W

Google

Hubby and I with our toddler went for a late birthday lunch. Afternoon tea was stunning. The detail on each item was spectacular. Everything was so tasty, when you think your belly can't take anymore they bring out the amazing smell of fresh scones and it was literally the best feeling! Ever! Service was perfect.

xundzzz

Google

Excellent location. 2 mins from Marble Arch and 10 mins from Selfridges by foot. Well sized rooms. Comfy beds. Quiet neighbourhood. Excellent service - Adrian / JP / Kara - made everything so easy and seamless. Rare in London to find something like this at a fair and reasonable price!