Few city centre hotels can boast a more desirable location than the Royal Lancaster. Opposite the Hotel, the 600 acres of Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park provide stunning views from the windows, yet only minutes away are the bustling shopping areas of Knightsbridge, Oxford and Bond Streets. All forms of transport are easily accessible, and the Heathrow Express terminus at nearby Paddington Station makes London's principal airport a 20-minute journey away. The Royal Lancaster has 416 bedrooms with all modern facilities, including 22 elegant Suites, all enhanced by having large windows with superb views over the park and London skyline. The Hotel boasts one of Britain's best Thai restaurants. Nipa is sister to the restaurant of the same name in Bangkok's Landmark Hotel, and the teak panelling, furnishings and artefacts were all shipped from Thailand. In complete contrast, Island is a stylish modern restaurant whose chef specialises in using fresh British seasonal produce, simply cooked to bring out the natural flavours. There is a Lounge Bar open 24 hours a day to residents for drinks, light snacks and traditional afternoon tea, and 24-hour room service is also available.