ONE ALDWYCH, London

One Aldwych - A 5-star hotel in Covent Garden with a chlorine-free pool, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea, and dedicated family amenities

This 5-star hotel in Westminster Borough offers 105 rooms and suites featuring rainforest showers, mist-free mirrors, and beds with fine linen. One Aldwych provides an 18-meter chlorine-free swimming pool with underwater music, a Technogym-equipped fitness studio, and spa treatments using Natura Bissé and OSKIA products. Dining options include Indigo restaurant serving gluten-free and dairy-free British cuisine, Eneko Basque Kitchen & Bar, and the Lobby Bar known for craft cocktails. The Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea features snozzberry jam and fizzy lifting drinks. Located in Covent Garden, it is 0.5 km from Trafalgar Square and 1 km from Piccadilly Circus. Family amenities include children's menus, babysitting services, and interconnected rooms. The hotel offers a 30-seat private screening room, business center, and 24-hour concierge service. Guests can enjoy pre-theater receptions at the Donmar Warehouse through special packages available at One Aldwych.

Pros

Central Covent Garden location within walking distance to major theaters and attractions

18-meter chlorine-free swimming pool with dedicated family swimming times

Entirely gluten-free and dairy-free dining at Indigo restaurant

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory-themed afternoon tea experience

Family-friendly amenities including interconnected rooms and children's menus

Cons

Children under 12 months are not permitted to use the swimming pool

The central location results in typical urban street noise throughout the area