Westminster City Council’s Planning Committee has approved plans for a sensitive enhancement to The Ritz, a West End and global icon.

Amongst the changes approved were:

• A new hotel entrance from Arlington Street to provide access step free for guests and visitors with mobility issues
• 53 additional guest bedrooms
• New arrival and drop off facilities with underground parking for 10 cars (to accommodate VIP guests and disabled parking)
• A three storey basement to include:

1. The provision of better back of house and service accommodation
2. A reconciliation of the existing and new plant area
3. Secure on-site VIP and hotel fleet car parking
4. A new spa and wellness centre