Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Opening in February
Biggest new hotel in London
December 16, 2009 - London's biggest new hotel opening in more than a decade will take place next February. The £350m Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel will have a soft opening on February 4 with room rates leading in at just £99.
The hotel has 1,021 rooms including 54 suites and penthouses as well as the second-largest ballroom space in London after the Marriott Grosvenor House, accommodating 1,000 people for dinner.
The February opening will offer limited availability while the property finishes works on its spa, swimming pool and gym.
Eli Papouchado, Chairman of Park Plaza Hotels, said: “We will be unveiling a spectacular new hotel that offers all the hallmarks of the Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts brand - contemporary design, modern facilities and warm, engaging service - with an unrivalled location, stunning views and a host of unique touches designed to create an exceptional guest experience.”
The hotel is the third Park Plaza to open on the South Bank, and by far the biggest.
It also has six restaurants, a business lounge and 31 meeting rooms.




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