The Twenty Two, London
Where Parisian Seduction Meets London Aristocracy
Why DNA Hotels Loves It
● A lavishly restored Edwardian manor that brings personality, glamour, and intrigue back to Mayfair.
● Rich, cinematic interiors that feel more Left Bank Paris than traditional London luxury.
● A rare combination of boutique intimacy, members’ club energy, and genuinely memorable design.
A Manor House Reimagined
Mayfair has never lacked luxury hotels. What it has often lacked is a sense of play. The Twenty Two changes that. Occupying a grand Edwardian mansion overlooking Grosvenor Square, this 31-room hotel and members’ club transforms one of London’s most prestigious addresses into something altogether more seductive. Conceived by hospitality entrepreneur Navid Mirtorabi and property developer Jamie Reuben, the project offers a fresh interpretation of modern luxury—one that values atmosphere as much as service, personality as much as prestige. From the moment you arrive, it feels different. A cape-clad doorman greets guests beneath the grand stone façade. Frankincense drifts through marble-floored halls. Staff dressed in elegant tailoring by Charlie Casely-Hayford move effortlessly through spaces illuminated by candlelight and softened by velvet. This is Mayfair with its collar loosened.
A Love Affair with Paris
While many London luxury hotels lean heavily on British tradition, The Twenty Two looks across the Channel for inspiration. The mood is distinctly Parisian. Deep blues, burnished brass, marble surfaces, mirrored walls, and richly textured fabrics create interiors that feel intimate, atmospheric, and quietly theatrical. There is glamour here, but it never feels showy. Instead, the design embraces mood, layering materials and lighting to create spaces that reveal themselves slowly throughout the day. Corners invite conversation. Bars encourage lingering. Rooms feel designed for living rather than simply sleeping. It’s the kind of hotel where every space becomes more beautiful after dark.
Rooms Designed for Long Mornings
The guest rooms and suites continue the property’s sensual design language. Rather than overwhelming with visual drama, they rely on texture, proportion, and atmosphere. Bespoke furnishings, soft lighting, layered fabrics, and carefully chosen materials create a residential feeling that blurs the line between private apartment and luxury hotel. Marble bathrooms introduce a touch of classic grandeur, while contemporary detailing keeps everything feeling fresh and current. The overall mood is understated but unmistakably luxurious. The sort of room where breakfast in bed feels entirely appropriate.
Dining Without Pretension
The Twenty Two’s restaurant embodies the hotel’s wider philosophy. Elegant but relaxed. Refined but never formal. Chef Alan Christie delivers modern British cooking with confidence and restraint, creating dishes that feel indulgent without becoming overly complex. Service is polished yet warm, encouraging guests to settle in for long lunches, late dinners, and lingering desserts. The atmosphere remains lively throughout the day, helped by a crowd that mixes hotel guests, members, and locals who understand that some of the city’s best dining experiences happen away from London’s more obvious addresses.
One of Mayfair’s Most Magnetic Bars
If the restaurant provides the substance, the bar provides the theatre. Velvet banquettes, low lighting, polished marble, and impeccably dressed guests create one of Mayfair’s most alluring social spaces. It feels reminiscent of the grand hotel bars of another era, yet entirely contemporary in its energy. Cocktails arrive beautifully executed. Conversations drift late into the evening. The crowd is stylish without being intimidating. It is exactly the sort of place where one drink often becomes three.
The Energy of a Members’ Club
What truly distinguishes The Twenty Two from many of its competitors is the presence of its private members’ club. Rather than feeling separate from the hotel, the club injects energy into the entire property. Creatives, fashion insiders, musicians, entrepreneurs, and cultural tastemakers contribute to an atmosphere that feels vibrant and lived-in. Many luxury hotels strive to feel exclusive. The Twenty Two manages something more difficult. It feels alive.
The New Face of Mayfair
For decades, Mayfair luxury was defined by formality, tradition, and restraint. The Twenty Two represents a different direction. One that embraces glamour without stiffness. Luxury without distance. Elegance without rules. It respects the grandeur of its Edwardian setting while creating something distinctly contemporary—a hotel that understands modern travelers often seek atmosphere and authenticity as much as thread counts and concierge services.
Mayfair After Dark
The Twenty Two feels less like a hotel and more like an invitation into a particular version of London. One filled with candlelit dinners, perfectly mixed cocktails, beautifully designed rooms, and conversations that continue long after midnight. Sensual, stylish, and wonderfully self-assured, it proves that luxury hospitality doesn’t have to choose between elegance and personality. At The Twenty Two, you get both.
