

Christmas At Copthorne Tara Hotel, Shannon Suite A&b
Scarsdale Place, London, W8 5SY -
Up to
400 guestsOffers
catering
Where this four-star property comes into its own for a Christmas party is its sheer variety of spaces for hire.
The most capacious are the hotel’s events suites, which were refurbished to the tune of £2m late last year. The Shannon Suite is where to book for sizeable standing affairs, or, if you’re catering to a food-first group, consider one of the hotel’s three restaurants. Our favourite is Bugis Street, which delivers an à la carte menu covering Singaporean, Malaysian, and Chinese cuisine for up to 40 seated guests. A handful more can then be added to the party for drinks over at the hotel’s colourful West 8 Cocktail Lounge and Bar, which opened in April 2015.
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Shannon Suite A&b
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 400
Dining
up to 336
Cabaret
up to 320
Pricing
& opening hours
Weekly schedule
monday
9:00 - 17:30
tuesday
9:00 - 17:30
wednesday
9:00 - 17:30
thursday
9:00 - 17:30
friday
9:00 - 17:30
saturday
Closed
sunday
Closed
Amenities
Tea
Disabled access
Space rules
Cancellation policy
100% refundable 1 day before the event
Location
Reviews
Sarah
February 2025I had an amazing stay at the Copthorne Tara Hotel in Kensington! As it was my first time in London, this hotel played a big part in making my experience truly memorable. The staff was incredibly welcoming and always had a smile on their faces, making me feel right at home. Their kindness and professionalism even made me forget about the occasional sound of the underground passing nearby! The location is perfect, the atmosphere is warm, and the service is top-notch. I will definitely be coming back. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
La NY
March 2025During my stay at the hotel, I was truly impressed by the outstanding service provided by Astina. She was nothing short of incredible—professional, attentive, and genuinely kind. Her warm and welcoming attitude made me feel right at home from the moment I arrived. Her attention to detail and dedication to guest satisfaction were remarkable, making my experience truly unforgettable. I also want to thank Othman for his helpfulness and professionalism. He was always available to assist whenever needed, ensuring a smooth and comfortable stay. The hotel itself was fantastic, but the exceptional staff, especially Astina and Othman, made my visit even more special. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be returning!
Rebecca Broad
March 2025I stayed here for a couple of nights on a work trip and found it comfortable, clean, and roomy. Everyone was friendly. Will return if I'm back in the area. The bar and restaurant and shops seemed good and the free wifi was much appreciated. The only downside is how difficult it was to get a lift; they always seemed to be full by the time they got to my floor, so each morning after waiting for 15 minutes I had to take the stairs, which wasn't ideal given my mobility challenge.
Wayne Adams
February 2025Stayed for 2 nights in the superior double. I was initially excited as the advert clearly says beautiful city views. However to our disappointment this was not the case. We stayed in room 0846 and we overlooked the back of the neighbouring Holiday inn hotel. Large big old red building, nothing city views about it. That aside, the room itself although dated was very spacious and the bed was very comfy. We did hear the neighbours chatting away next door though, so sound proofing should be considered. Also the lack of bar facilities was a bit disappointing, as the main bar closed as 10pm. The only option after that is the self serve which charges a ridiculous £5.75 for a tiny bottle of lager. The breakfast wasn’t bad for the price, nothing fancy but fresh and hot. We were charged for 2 mornings breakfast when we only ordered one. Had some issues with the refund process and still waiting to receive it. Would we stay again? Maybe, but I would consider other options first. Best part was the location, that couldn’t be faulted at all, bars and restaurants a few minutes walk along with the tube station.
Sally Price
March 2025Lovely location and great staff. Bed very comfy indeed. Rooms very ran down indeed, and in desperate need of renovation. Pictures shown on website do not reflect condition of rooms in any way. Huge gap in hotel room door which floods light into room at night, can hear everything in corridors as well as from neighbouring rooms.
Shannon Suite A&b