The Megaro Hotel, London – Hotel Review

LONDON

Across the road from one of the London’s busiest train stations sits The Megaro Hotel, a modern hotel perfect for those who like an urban base in the middle of the action. With its creative design concept and informal yet impeccable service, this family-owned London hotel has not so much rewritten, but torn up the entire rulebook when it comes to hospitality. Here’s what you need to know ahead of your next visit.

Location

It doesn’t get any more central than this. Directly opposite St Pancras and Kings Cross train station – the lower level rooms have a view of the iconic St Pancras clock tower while the corner suites on the higher floors offer an impressive vista of the trains on the tracks at Kings Cross station. A short stroll away brings you to iconic London attractions including the British Museum and Oxford Street, as well as a number of bars and eateries.

The Rooms

Comprising five very different styles, the rooms are designed to emulate immersive mini-universes inspired by bygone eras of the neighbourhood’s storied past.

The three Diesel Corner Studios, with quirky artistic compositions printed on metal sheets and cushions, local cultural icons from the British bulldog to Harry Potter's owl, and carpets evoking burnt rubber on asphalt and shimmering, are fit for a rockstar. For those seeking a touch of Hollywood glamour, the 'Pop Diva Studios' have the compact and versatile layout of a backstage, movie artist studio with a dedicated bar lounge, and dressing area in a glamourous palette of vibrant reds and seductive gold.

The classic rooms and junior suites are modern yet practical, with neutral tones and comfortable interiors for a good night's sleep. Of note, The Megaro also offers an array of in-room treatments, including manicures, facials, massages, and more.

Dining

Whilst there is a plethora of dining options within walking distance, one of the highlights of our stay was dining at The Megaro Hotel’s in-house Italian restaurant Spagnoletti. The restaurant is headed up by award-winning chef patron Adam Simmonds, who’s worked in establishments such as Raymond Blanc’s two Michelin-starred Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons and Adam Simmonds at Danesfield House (previously called Danesfield House). His culinary talent and passion for seasonality is clear in Spagnoletti's menu, from the freshly made pasta to the desserts.  The menu itself is based on the Italian tradition of communal eating, so the dishes are made to share.

Start your meal with warm focaccia and the fragrant vitello tonnato, a light refreshing antipasti to whet the appetite. We highly recommend trying at least two to three of their delicious pasta dishes, such as the housemade agnolotti with guanciale and pecorino, rabbit lasagna and the cacio e pepe with truffle. For the main course, save space for a hefty portion of veal Milanese with brown butter, and the grilled octopus.  The desserts were equally mouthwatering, the house tiramisu was authentic, creamy, and utterly moreish.

Next up on the agenda was a visit to The Megaro Hotel’s underground apothecary bar, Hokus Pokus, and it didn’t disappoint. The bar serves up an enticing array of botanical inspired cocktails made with house-made liqueurs, herbal infusions and pure fruit extract. The staff were knowledgeable and shared drink suggestions based on our preferences.

Overview

Every corner of the Megaro Hotel — from the distinctive multi-coloured, mural façade down to its food & drink concepts — exudes a unique character that sets the stage for a memorable stay. In a world where cookie cutter hotels are aplenty, it is refreshing to find an independent hospitality destination that isn’t shy to break away from the norm.

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Location: 1 Belgrove Street, London WC1H 8AB, United Kingdom | Phone: 020 7843 2222 | Instagram: @themegarohotel | Facebook: The Megaro