The BoTree

Situated on Marylebone Lane, a trendy neighbourhood where Soho and Mayfair meet Marylebone, you’ll find the newly opened (Sept 2023) BoTree Hotel. Entering the crowded London five star scene is never an easy task, but The BoTree has arrived with style and substance and a new “conscious luxury” ethos where their goal is to provide an experience full of "love, compassion and truth" and one which minimises any damage to the planet. Rooms and suites are beautifully done in neutral palettes with a bright, statement floral wall behind the vegan leather headboards. The theme is very much flower driven (there’s a range of carefully chosen tomes in rooms and public spaces echoing this) with plenty of pinks and oranges lending a cheerful vibe when so-often hotel rooms fall into the safe, beige mindset. You can expect plenty of gorgeous pale woods, luxurious bathrooms with Jo Loves products and seriously comfortable beds with soft as silk sheets. In an attempt to stand out from the crowd, you won’t find a traditional reception here. Rather you’re greeted by an efficient and friendly team who will sit you down on a comfy leather sofa with a drink, then attend to all the necessary minutiae. Easy peasy and far nicer than hanging by a serious looking desk waiting for the paperwork to be done. This relaxed vibe is a real feature of the hotel, seen not only in its staff demeanour, but also in the fun décor. The bar and restaurant share this sentiment, and both are frequented by hotel guests and locals alike adding to the fun feel. You can expect inventive cocktails (a twist on the traditionals) in the bar, and seriously good food in LAVO. Here the offering is Italian with a West Coast USA twist, so the menu might seem a bit eclectic; however the finished dishes are extremely tasty. A word of warning though: some of the portions are enormous — check with your waiter as it might be better to share! Breakfast is also served in LAVO; the buffet is excellent and the à la carte plates freshly prepared and delicious. For a recently opened property to be this good and this popular so quickly can only mean that they’re getting things right, and I’d agree. It’s certainly somewhere I’d go back to!

 

Written by Sarah Empson

• Bar
• The BoTree Bar serves a range of cocktails with interesting new twists on the classics
• Child friendly
• Some of the suites are ideal for families and can easily sleep four
• Restaurant
• LAVO serves Italian cuisine with a unique West Coast vibe
• Shops
• Selfridge's and Liberty of London are very close by
• Meeting Room

• Lift
• Wifi
• Suites
• 24 Hour room service

• Sights nearby
• The Wallace Collection, Regents Park, London Zoo and Wigmore Hall are all close by
• Close to nightlife
• This central area is renowned for its buzzing nightlife

• Theatre
• London's theatreland is a short walk away
• Designer Shopping
• It's a stone's throw from Bond Street!

Why do people love staying in your hotel?
Our guests love staying at The BoTree for the relaxed, but intuitive and attentive service they receive from our team. All of our guests have access to hosts on each floor, who are on-hand to provide a 24-7 personalised modern butler service. Available to every room type, this is a unique offering to The BoTree.
Guests can also enjoy the artwork in the lobby, which serves as an art gallery, showcasing the works of local artists and creating a dynamic space that celebrates the local art community – a true reflection of our Conscious Luxury ethos.

What is there to do in the area or on site?
Tao Group Hospitality, the global hospitality company known for remarkable restaurants and entertainment experiences around the world oversee all aspects of The BoTree’s food and beverage offerings. This includes the in-room dining, but also our destination restaurant, LAVO, serving sophisticated Italian cuisine with coastal flair and The BoTree Bar, perfect for a laid-back cocktail and bar snacks.
On the doorstep, guests can explore Marylebone’s village-like neighbourhood with independent cafes, bookshops, boutiques and dining, whilst Oxford Street and Regent Street offer world-class shopping with the likes of Liberty London and Selfridges. For green open spaces, Hyde Park and Regent’s Park are also a short walk away.

What kind of breakfast do you offer?
Breakfast is available via in room, dining or in the hotel restaurant, LAVO which is a la carte.

Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally?
Accompanying the vast cocktail and drinks menu in The BoTree Bar, the bar menu features delicious, luxurious dishes, including Oyster On The Half Shell, served with limoncello mignonette, the Caviar Sandwich with egg salad, caviar and homemade chips, and a Truffled grilled cheese with hot honey.
In addition to breakfast, LAVO is open daily for lunch and dinner. Signature dishes include tagliatelle al limone infused with marjoram, sweet butter & Ossetra vaviar; a wagyu meatball topped with whipped ricotta; salt-baked Mediterranean seabass; and a 20-layer peanut butter and chocolate cake.
There are plenty of amazing independent and Michelin-star restaurants on the doorstep in Marylebone, Soho and Mayfair and our Concierge team can help provide the best recommendations and arrange bookings depending on a guest’s preferences.

Which are your most popular room types, and why?
Our Deluxe Rooms are the most popular. They are spacious and have been carefully considered with smart ergonomics in mind, and clever furniture configurations which make use of all the space. Sliding doors divide the separate dressing and vanity area, but they can be opened to provide an expansive open-plan feel. The floor to ceiling box windows allow natural light to flood the room and complement the natural materials and soft tones, whilst the feature floral bed heads add a burst of vibrant colour.
The BoTree Suite, however, is our top suite – perfect for entertaining with its separate dining room, living space with flowers woven into the ceiling, and dressing room with walk-in wardrobe. The BoTree Suite can be combined with nine adjoining suites to create a large private haven.

What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms?
We can add cots to the rooms; we also have highchairs, changing facilities, potties, baby mats, baby baths and toys, bathrobes and slippers available for little ones. 56 of our 199 rooms and suites are interconnecting, which are perfect for accommodating families with children.

What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers?
With Bond Street tube station on the doorstep, and located where Marylebone, Mayfair and Soho meet, The BoTree is the perfect base to discover London’s iconic sights and unmissable events, whilst providing a vibrant and luxurious stay, based on our own type of luxury – Conscious Luxury, which balances the impact of what is offered against its impact on the planet. Created through considered choices that have been made throughout the hotel and inspire connection between guests, team and community.