Just behind Marylebone High Street on Welbeck Street, The Marylebone is one of those London hotels that feels immediately comfortable for meetings and events without ever tipping into corporate territory. It has the polish you would expect from a five-star address, but the atmosphere stays relaxed and confident, which made it a natural fit as a hosted buyer hotel at EXPO. The location works hard for planners too, placing guests close to the buzz of Marylebone Village while still offering a sense of privacy once inside.
The interiors lean contemporary rather than traditional, with generous public spaces that offer themselves easily to informal meetings, coffee catch-ups and pre-dinner conversations. With 252 rooms and suites, the hotel has the scale to accommodate groups and hosted programmes, while still retaining a boutique feel that avoids the sense of being in a large, anonymous property. Events are a real strength here, thanks to a broad mix of flexible, well-designed spaces, many of them benefiting from natural daylight. The standout venue is Number Six, a self-contained, members’ club-style space with its own entrance, bar, lounge and terrace. Measuring 320 square metres, it can host receptions for up to 250 guests and works particularly well for brand activations, networking evenings and private events that need a sense of separation from the main hotel. Within Number Six, the Palm Room can be configured in various ways, extending the flexibility of the space

For events that need an indoor-outdoor flow, the Courtyard is a strong option, featuring a retractable roof and open fire. It connects directly with the Blue Room and the Library, allowing planners to create a combined event footprint for up to 150 guests. The Blue Room suits away days, launches and private dining, while the Library offers a quieter, more traditional setting for board meetings or smaller gatherings. The Long Room, located on the ground floor, can be divided into two and provides additional flexibility for workshops or breakout sessions. Food and drink is handled by 108 Brasserie, the hotel’s street-facing restaurant on Marylebone Lane. It is a destination in its own right, with a terrace that comes into its own in warmer months, and it also offers private dining options, including The Salon and a dedicated private dining room for smaller groups of up to 16.
Wellbeing is another notable draw. Guests enjoy complimentary access to the on-site Third Space health club, which includes an 18-metre swimming pool, along with sauna and steam room facilities. For central London, that level of fitness provision is a genuine differentiator, particularly for incentive groups or programmes with a wellbeing focus. Connectivity is straightforward, with Bond Street Underground station within a ten-minute walk and Marylebone station around fifteen minutes away. Major London rail hubs, including King’s Cross St Pancras, Paddington and Victoria, are all within a short drive. The hotel is part of The Doyle Collection, whose sustainability programme aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and The Marylebone holds Green Tourism Gold and Greengage ECOsmart Platinum accreditation.
For planners looking for a central London venue that balances style with substance, and boutique feel with serious event capability, The Marylebone delivers quietly and confidently.
