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Gulf Insider
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Insider
A Classic London Stay at Sheraton Grand London Park Lane
The Sheraton Grand London Park Lane is the kind of hotel that leans into its heritage and gets the fundamentals right – location, space, service – with the added bonus of Gatsby-era glamour. For anyone heading to London for a mix of leisure, theatre, or work (or all three), it quietly impresses. Let's start with location: right on Piccadilly, five minutes from Green Park tube station, and walking distance to Hyde Park, Mayfair, and Buckingham Palace. Whether you're jetlagged and in need of a green space or rushing to catch a theatre production in the West End, you're well-placed. Arriving from Gatwick was a breeze – train to Victoria and then a quick cab to the hotel, where the vibes of traditional London could be felt from the moment I entered. The lobby sets the tone: marble floors, sweeping staircases, and plenty of nods to 1920s Art Deco. It's elegant without trying too hard, and the service is confident and warm. My suite came with a clear view over Green Park, and waking up to that expanse of green with London's skyline in the distance is something I wouldn't mind getting used to. The room itself was properly spacious with a separate seating area, big windows, and all the expected comforts: plush robes, a great bed, fast Wi-Fi, and enough storage for a proper city stay. When it comes to dining, the hotel delivers exceptionally. But the standout experience is The Great Gatsby Afternoon Tea in Palm Court. This isn't your standard cucumber sandwich setup. Inspired by the Great Gatsby: A New Musical, now showing in London, the tea is part storytelling, part edible theatre. Expect savouries like a Smoked Salmon Rockefeller Tart and an East Egg Truffle Salad – more imaginative than you'd think for a themed menu. Then come the sweets: Daisy's Tropical Choux, a sharp Lemon & Jazzmine Pie, and a show-stopping Gatsby Forest Gâteau that manages to be rich and elegant at the same time. You're served in a vaulted Art Deco space with a string quartet playing in the background. It's transportive, without being over the top. Bonus points for the sparkling Saicho tea, a non-alcoholic option that feels like a proper toast. If you do want something stronger, the themed cocktails, like the Green Light Martini, lean into the era perfectly. The gym – the most important place for me during a vacation – is spacious, clean, and well-stocked with everything from weights to cardio. Not always a given in a heritage hotel, but Sheraton's made space for the modern traveller. There's also a Club Lounge (for Bonvoy Platinum members and up) that's worth accessing if you want a quiet corner to work or graze on canapés between meetings or museum visits. What stood out most was how well the hotel balances old-school charm with modern needs. It doesn't overcomplicate anything, and that's a strength. You've got Green Park on your doorstep, Mayfair behind you, and Soho within walking distance. But inside, it's quiet, calm, and wrapped in Deco nostalgia. Sheraton Grand London Park Lane isn't chasing trends. It doesn't need to. It knows exactly what it is: a classic London stay with all the right upgrades. Whether you're flying in for culture, shopping, or just a very good cup of tea, this is a place that makes the city feel just that little bit more cinematic. I'll definitely be back.
Time Out
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
9 best Montreal parties during Grand Prix 2025
The 2025 Canadian Grand Prix is right around the corner. And while rumours are flying that Montreal may lose the coveted race weekend due to last year's fiasco (the extreme weather forecast, timely STM strike, and Montreal's air quality aren't helping), the city is ready to spring into party mode. From the city's best speakeasies, to the top bars and nightlife, Montreal has the party circuit covered. Whether you're looking for a rooftop event, a champagne-soaked black tie hotel affair, or a Gatsby-era, ultra-exclusive evening with bottle service and velvet ropes, you've come to the right city. This is your ultimate guide to the most talked-about ticketed Grand Prix parties happening in Montreal in 2025. 1. Yoko Luna Yoko Luna, Canada's largest supper club at 1234 de la Montagne, Montreal, is going all out for Race Week from June 12 to 15, with general admission tickets at $50. Four nights of dinner-party excitement feature DJs and performers including Drift on Thursday, SISTEK headlining Friday, Autograf on Saturday, and Wakyn closing the weekend with a cinematic vibe on Sunday. 2. New City Gas New City Gas, located at 950 Rue Ottawa in Montreal, is revving up for Grand Prix weekend from June 13 to 15, with general admission starting at $40. The three-night lineup features Kasango on Friday, G-EAZY and Murda Beatz on Saturday, and Don Diablo with Surf Mesa closing out the weekend on Sunday, promising packed crowds, lasers, and nonstop late-night energy. 3. Soubois GP '25 Soubois, at 1106 Blvd. de Maisonneuve O in Montreal, is hosting four nights of high-energy parties from June 12 to 15, with tickets starting at $60. The underground forest venue will feature sets from Elexsandom, Purple Miami, DJ Cruz, and Moojo, while nearby Sotto offers handmade pasta and elevated Italian classics for a perfect pre-party meal. 4. The Roman Empire at Bar George Bar George (1440 Rue Drummond, Montreal) is embracing full gladiator flair for Grand Prix weekend from June 12 to 15. Time Out Tip: while you don't need a ticket, a reservation is required. The historic venue transforms into a Roman-inspired party zone with four nights of DJs, indulgent food and drinks, and a rotating lineup including Aik, The Neighbors, Johan Pfeiffer, Jojo & Toddy Flores, and Ange Palmer. 5. Race Week at La Voûte La Voûte (360 Rue Saint-Jacques, Montreal) is turning its former bank vault into a four-night Grand Prix cabaret from June 12 to 15, with general admission starting at $50. Expect electrifying sets from Joezi, DJ Aik, Nicolas Monier, Messina, and Jim Leblanc, fuelling a weekend of late-night dancing and underground glamour. 6. Race Week at Bord'Elle Bord'Elle (390 Rue Saint-Jacques, Montreal) is turning up the Gatsby-era glamour from June 12 to 14 with three nights of burlesque-fuelled Grand Prix parties—access based on guestlist or bottle service. Get ready for DJs like Crusy, Vice, Marcel Wynn and Zack Cola, alongside aerial acts, champagne towers, and a dressed-to-kill crowd in this lavish 1920s-style venue. 7. ABGE Auberge Saint-Gabriel (426 Saint-Gabriel Street, Old Montreal) is throwing four days of Grand Prix festivities from June 12 to 15, with ticket prices varying by event. Each night offers a different vibe—from DJ sets and art installations to a relaxed Miami-style brunch and a Sunday wind-down—all set across the venue's ballroom, speakeasy, and upstairs lounge. 8. Ritz Royale The Ritz-Carlton Montreal (1228 Sherbrooke Street West) hosts an exclusive black-tie gala on June 13, with tickets starting at $995. Featuring gourmet food, champagne, DJs, and live performances, it's the ultimate blend of Grand Prix glamour and timeless elegance. 9. Maison SI Maison SI takes over Windsor Station (1100 Av. des Canadiens-de-Montréal) on June 13 and 14, with tickets starting at $175. Replacing the legendary Maxim Party, this two-night blowout brings DJs like HUGEL and FISHER, fashion shows, beauty lounges, and retro racing vibes to one of Montreal's most iconic venues.
