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A whimsical stay in your own ‘treehouse’ hideaway

London is home to hundreds of hotels offering everything from high-end luxury to quirky boutique stays, but if you’re after something truly unique, look up to the Treehouse Hotel.

Nestled high above Marylebone, this playful escape combines the nostalgia of a childhood treehouse with all of the comforts one might expect of a boutique hotel.

Opened in 2019, The Treehouse Hotel resides on the top five floors of a 1960s office block. From the outside, you might not notice it at all, but that’s exactly why one should never judge a book by its cover.

Once inside, guests can immerse themselves in a world of hanging greenery, contemporary wooden features and incredible views spanning the London Eye, The Shard, Canary Wharf, and Regent’s Park.

The hotel offers its very own “Tree Love” package, perfect for a romance-infused stay. Open the door of your room to find rose petals adorning the bedroom and bathroom, and dressing gowns specially appliquéd with a “Tree Love” arrow heart.

Breathtaking views of the cityscape are highlighted by a glass-walled bathroom, which means one simply needs to pull back the curtains to enjoy awe-inspiring vistas while enjoying a relaxing shower.

If you do opt for the speciality package, you’re also able to choose from two additional extras such as a bottle of Prosecco, a flower bouquet or two of The Nest’s bespoke bottle cocktails.

Though there are plenty of bars and restaurants in the surrounding area, all of your dining needs can be met without stepping foot outside of the Treehouse.

The hotel is home to four different eateries: Madera, a Mexican-infused breakfast, lunch and dinner experience; Pizzeria Mozza, the first UK restaurant from Los Angeles-based Chef Nancy Silverton; The Nest, a rooftop bar with the best views in the house; and the Backyard, a coffeeshop that although housed on the ground floor, gives the same elevated feeling as being tucked away in your very own treetop escape.

Head to Madera for breakfast, where stand out stars include the vegan breakfast, chorizo bowl and coconut parfait, complete with edible flowers.

Rooms at the Treehouse Hotel start from £299 per night.

Borrow Cupid’s wings and fly high above the city sunset

In the words of Romeo and Juliet’s Mercutio: “You are a lover. Borrow Cupid’s wings and soar with them above a common bound.”

This Valentine’s Day, take Shakespeare’s words literally and board Cupid’s Pod, a one-of-a-kind experience which offers lovers their very own private pod on the London Eye. Elevated 135 metres above the glistening lights of London town, as the sun dips below the horizon, there’s arguably no surrounding more romantic than this one.

Each Cupid’s pod experience lasts 30 minutes and comes complete with a bottle of Pommery Rosé Champagne and a luxury box of Hotel Chocolat Pink Champagne Truffles.

All of this is served by your own personal London Eye host who is also on hand to dish out an array of interesting facts about the urban landscape below.

If you’re looking to pop the big question this February 14, Cupid’s Pod tops the list of truly memorable experiences.

£470 for a private Cupid Pod, or standard adult tickets from £27.

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