![]() ![]() My luggage was already in the room waiting for me which was good. Henry accompanied me to the room and gave me a rundown of how everything in the hotel and room worked. There was then a lift in a rather barren looking area which felt like the service entrance! (I’m sure to someone more on trend than me, it is what is called urban!) The lift was secure as you had to use your key fob to access the floors. To get to my room I had to go through the bar which was fine during the day but having to negotiate the bouncers in the evening was a bit tiresome. The keys that they give you are an electronic fob with a rather large tassle attached which is slightly cumbersome but you can leave them at reception if you wish. I returned later to check in and this time was served by the wonderful Henry who was excellent and embodied the staff here – dressed individually, looking very hip but friendly and ultra professional with it. The lobby is small, as is most of the hotel, and decorated in a very modern, slightly bohemian, luxury style. ![]() The entrance to the hotel is down a dark dramatic walkway. He walked me to the front desk and stored my bag for me since it was too early to check-in. Though I did double-check with the doorman just in case when I arrived! The doorman was a) very hip, b) more like a host at a trendy bar than your typical doorman but c) very friendly and professional as were most of the staff. Is it just me or is this just a bit pretentious? Fortunately, I was aware of this so I had looked it up on street view to make sure I knew what I was looking for. The first thing to know about The Mandrake is that there is no sign outside. Arrival and check-in The rather innocuous front of The Mandrake However, there are plenty of shops for supplies nearby as well as upmarket restaurants and bars within walking distance. The hotel is at the slightly tatty end of Oxford Street about 6 minutes walk from Tottenham Court Road Tube. ![]()
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