Opening Event Features Star-Studded Appearances Plus a Special Performance by Jamie Cullum as Part of Renaissance Hotels Recently Launched RLife LIVE Series
Renaissance Hotels celebrated the official grand opening of the much-anticipated St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel in London’s King Cross. The event marks the completion of an impressive £150 million restoration and the rebirth of the original hotel, one of London’s most iconic hotels and now. The newest gem in the Renaissance Hotels global portfolio of 150 hotels.
The newly restored hotel hosted an exclusive opening celebration, featuring a special musical performance by renowned British artist Jamie Cullum. The highlight of the event, the performance also was part of Renaissance Hotels RLife LIVE program (www.RLifeLive.com), an entertainment and music platform that provides hotel guests and local patrons the chance to discover emerging and established artists on-site at Renaissance Hotels around the world.
Hailed as the most romantic building in London, the St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London features beautifully restored architecture, art, design and décor by Manhattan Loft Corporation in conjunction with building contractors Galliford Try Plc, RHWL Architects, conservation architect Richard Griffths and interior designers GA Design International. The work on the hotel began in 2005 and its completion marks the final piece of the St. Pancras regeneration project, which has included the restoration of St. Pancras Station, now the home of Eurostar.
Having originally opened in 1873 as the Midland Grand Hotel, the structure is applauded for its dramatic High Victorian Gothic architecture and stately interior, and is celebrated as one of the most impressive Victorian buildings in London and the UK. Recognized as one of the city’s greatest landmarks, the building exemplifies the style and design of the old station during the 1800s, and serves as the ultimate location for all travelers who are looking for the architectural romance and history of London.
