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The Arts Club
London, England, United Kingdom · Independent · High Luxury
Founded in 1863 by a visionary group including Charles Dickens, Anthony Trollope, and Lord Leighton, The Arts Club was established as a sanctuary for those interested in art, literature, and science. Today, the club remains a prestigious cultural hub in Mayfair, owned by Jai and Arjun Waney and serving an illustrious community of creative professionals and patrons. Originally located at Hanover Square, it moved to its current 18th-century Georgian townhouse at 40 Dover Street in 1894, and significantly expanded its hospitality offering with the addition of luxury accommodations in 2015.
- 16 rooms
- Opened 1863
- Neighborhood: Mayfair
About The Arts Club
- The club is owned by brothers Jai and Arjun Waney, who oversee its Mayfair operations today.
- Exclusive access to members-only restaurants including the Brasserie and Kyubi (contemporary Japanese).
History
Founded in 1863 by a visionary group including Charles Dickens, Anthony Trollope, and Lord Leighton, The Arts Club was established as a sanctuary for those interested in art, literature, and science. Originally located at Hanover Square, it moved to its current 18th-century Georgian townhouse at 40 Dover Street in 1894, and significantly expanded its hospitality offering with the addition of luxury accommodations in 2015. Today, the club remains a prestigious cultural hub in Mayfair, owned by Jai and Arjun Waney and serving an illustrious community of creative professionals and patrons.
The setting
The Arts Club sits toward the east of Mayfair in London. Buckingham Palace is roughly 9 minutes' walk. After the offices empty, Mayfair becomes London's most concentrated evening: Georgian squares, club-front doors, and the Bond Street glow. The walk is the point, from the Royal Academy to Hyde Park along Park Lane. 2 miles from Serpentine Gallery in Hyde Park.
Restaurants and bars
- Brasserie — Restaurant · Mediterranean and beyond-inspired seasonal menu · Chef Jean Luc Mongodin (Executive Head Chef)
- Ofelia Members' Lounge — Restaurant · All-day dining menu
- Kyubi — Restaurant · Exquisite, contemporary Japanese
- Leo's — Bar · Bar plates
- Oscuro — Restaurant
Experiences
- Private events and exclusive use — Members can hire spaces for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and corporate entertaining, including The Drawing Room, Ante Room and Leo's cocktail bar.
- Naisho private dining in Kyubi — Naisho is an exquisitely designed private dining room in Kyubi for up to ten guests.
- Oscuro rare cigars and spirits — Oscuro is home to a collection of rare cigars paired with champagne, fine wine and whisky by expert sommeliers.
- Live music and DJs at Leo's — Leo's late-night cocktail bar hosts live music and DJs until 3am, Thursday to Saturday.
- Art exhibitions and gallery programme — The Drawing Room hosts an ever-changing exhibition programme, plus gallery tours, panel discussions and member events.
Amenities
- Bespoke 24-hour butler service for all rooms and suites
- Late-night cocktail bar and live music venue, Leo’s
- Art-filled accommodations with curated collections and floor-to-ceiling windows
- Discreet cigar lounge, Oscuro, with a walk-in humidor and outdoor garden space
- Pet-friendly
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