Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels And Resorts, London

Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels And Resorts - A 5-star musical-themed hotel with Italian dining and live entertainment venues

Located in the heart of Covent Garden, this London hotel occupies the historic site of Kingsway Hall, a renowned classical music recording venue. Middle Eight features rooms equipped with 42-inch TVs with Chromecasts, underfloor heating, and rainfall showers. The property houses Sycamore Vino Cucina, an all-day Italian restaurant serving Northern Italian cuisine, including pit-grilled meats and hand-rolled pasta. Entertainment venues include QT, a basement speakeasy bar offering live jazz performances, and The Balcony, a relaxation space for afternoon tea and board games. The hotel sits 0.5 miles from The British Museum and provides easy access to theatreland. Guest rooms blend sustainable materials with modern amenities, while luxury suites feature indoor walled gardens or outdoor terraces.

Pros

Private entrance basement venue featuring a 164-inch retractable screen and professional sound system

Regular live performances by renowned musicians, including resident saxophonist Leo Green

Head Mixologist Maurice creates custom theatrical cocktail experiences

Authentic Northern Italian cuisine prepared by chef Paul Robinson

Cons

No on-site parking (nearest facility is NCP London Covent Garden, 3 minutes away)

Area can become crowded during peak theatre hours