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Dining at Hilton London Croydon

Hilton London Croydon is the perfect place to stay if you intend to visit the capital or to explore all the nearby attractions, or to spend time in the Surrey countryside … writes Reza Amirinia

Our stay at Hilton London Croydon gave us the great opportunity to see London from a different perspective. After a day exploring what Croydon has to offer including spending time in Croydon’s large shopping centre (called the Whitgift Centre), and walking in Lloyd Park near the hotel, now it was time to treat ourselves to a romantic and memorable evening. We sat at a reserved table in a quiet corner of the Lounge Bar. There is also the Larder restaurant in the hotel, which offers a different ambience.

The menu was quite comprehensive. We chose red pepper and tomato soup as the starter with nachos. The combination of roasted red pepper and tomato soup served with sourdough bread was delicious. With the nachos came a starter plate of beetroot, linseed, and turmeric tortillas, topped with jalapenos, grated cheese, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream which made a very rich dish. We couldn’t finish it all as we needed to save some space for the main course.

Dining at Hilton London Croydon

For our mains we chose grilled chicken. It was served with a flat mushroom and the plate delicately decorated with roasted vine cherry tomatoes, chunky chips, and came with a pepper sauce.

The restaurant manager, Mr Clifford generously guided us on the selection of dessert. He offered us two of the most popular dessert options from the menu. We chose a cheesecake with blackcurrants. Then the manager surprised us with a complementary dish of their mandarin sorbet dessert. Both dishes were very rich and tasty. We finished off this feast with a mint tea and added lemon to help better digest all those deliciously sweet and sugary desserts.

After a great night’s sleep we woke up feeling great. Our breakfast was a real treat, with a variety of healthy options on the buffet but with table service. The chef, Mr. Von Collantes, gave us a quick tour of the extensive selections. We also looked through the colourful breakfast menu. We ordered an omelette with beans, potato patties, tomato, and vegetable sausages. While waiting for our order, we started our breakfast with oat porridge and a small bowl of fresh fruit. The chef lovingly prepared our omelettes which were neigh-on perfect and the potatoes were lovely and crunchy. The chef made us feel very special being attentive to our every need. Now I was comfortably full and finished off this breakfast feast with a cup of strong coffee.

Hilton London Croydon is the perfect place to stay if you intend to visit the capital or to explore all the nearby attractions, or to spend time in the Surrey countryside. If you are interested why not visit the Croydon Airport visitor centre which is housed in the original terminal building. Unfortunately, we could not visit as it was closed due to the pandemic.

Dining at Hilton London Croydon

There is a quick and frequent train service from Croydon to “Victoria Station” in central London that gets you there in less than a 20 minutes journey on the direct train service. You can drive into central London but be aware of the Congestion Charge Zones. The M25 motorway is just 20 minutes away giving easy access to both Heathrow and Gatwick airports as well as seaside towns like Brighton and Hastings.

I highly recommend staying at Hilton London Croydon as you will not be disappointed. You will certainly experience luxury at an affordable price and lovely friendly staff.

More information

Hilton London Croydon offers Wellness Guest Room from £96 for two adults and Wellness Junior Suite from £141 for two adults.

To find out more about Hilton London Croydon and book your next trip, please visit https://www.hilton.com.

To see Reza’s images of Hilton London Croydon, go to http://www.amirinia.com/uk.

Wellness retreat at Hilton London Croydon

I was impressed with the health and safety measures in the hotel from the point of arrival, from the use of hand sanitizer to the compulsory use of masks by staff and guests in all public areas in the hotel. I noticed the blue label “the Hilton CleanStay seal” on the entrance door of every room, indicating that the room not only had been cleaned but also sanitized and disinfected … writes Reza Amirinia

I and my wife live in London and often enjoy exploring this vibrant cosmopolitan city. A city whose heritage extends beyond its city boundaries and flows into its extensive suburbs. We decided to venture beyond those boundaries and try a short staycation in Hilton London Croydon hotel.

Wellness retreat at Hilton London Croydon

The current location of Hilton London Croydon is where once stood London Croydon Airport which opened in 1928 and became the world’s biggest and most advanced airport.

We arrived at Hilton London Croydon and were welcomed by their friendly and attentive staff. Our check-in was very quick and we were shown to our spacious wellness room in no time. I was impressed with the health and safety measures in the hotel from the point of arrival, from the use of hand sanitizer to the compulsory use of masks by staff and guests in all public areas in the hotel. I noticed the blue label “the Hilton CleanStay seal” on the entrance door of every room, indicating that the room not only had been cleaned but also sanitized and disinfected.

We chose King Junior Wellness Suite, a new concept initiated by Hilton London Croydon to offer a more relaxed room option. Whether you are staying for leisure or visiting as a business guest, it is good to have an opportunity to reconnect with one’s self in this way.

Wellness retreat at Hilton London Croydon

The room was very modern, comfortable, and spacious. There was a welcome bowl of fruit and a selection of juices, smoothies and an interesting tea and coffee selection. The sound of birds in the room added a sense of mystery and made us feel as though we had been transported to some tropical paradise. We learned that Hilton London Croydon provides a device to play relaxation sounds by the bedside for meditation as a way to de-stress their guests. The hotel takes the well-being of its guests so seriously that it provides a purifying plant in the wellness guest room to improve natural air quality as you rest or sleep. You can also use a lavender pillow spray to relieve stress and have a calm sleep.

Rarely do you find fitness equipment in a hotel room, but in Hilton London Croydon wellness rooms you will including a yoga mat, resistance bands, yoga blocks, and a yoga ball for physical exercise and mental transformation. If you want to go beyond these gentle exercises you could always visit the hotel’s gym which is accessible 24 hours.

Last but not the least, the creative addition to the room is the focus on the idea of light as a healing measure. I found the Himalayan salt lamp on my bedside a great way to relieve anxiety and help increase my energy levels. There was also another light therapy device available on the table. You could choose three levels of intensity to change the brightness to improve your mood. It is said the light affects the flow of chemicals in the brain, improve mood, and helps to have better sleep and we found it really helped.

The concept of the wellness guest room is an innovative approach to bring guests eight dimensions of Air, Light, Scent, Taste, Hydration, Relaxation, Fitness, and Sound for an ultimate experience of joy and rejuvenation.

Wellness retreat at Hilton London Croydon

Hilton London Croydon goes one step further in wellness by providing the luxuries on the wellness tray in the bathroom. You can pamper yourself by using a facial mask, bath salts, and bath bombs with floating bathing flowers. Wrap yourself up in the plush bathrobe and relax in your “Air-conditioned” room. If you need more specialized treatment such as a massage or facial, onsite beauty therapists at this excellent hotel can take care of you.

More information

Hilton London Croydon offers Wellness Guest Room from £96 for two adults and Wellness Junior Suite from £141 for two adults.

To find out more about Hilton London Croydon and book your next trip, please visit https://www.hilton.com.

To see Reza’s images of Hilton London Croydon, go to http://www.amirinia.com/uk.