The Destination
Olympia
Where visionaries come to work.
Leading London Fitness
1Rebel
Leading boutique fitness studio 1Rebel is opening a 9,500 sq ft space, bringing their signature Reshape, Ride, Rumble, and Reformer Pilates classes to Olympia. Stylish with an industrial feel, they have a great sound system and protein shake bar.
Dining Hall
Arbour
Here you’ll find a modern food hall, with four different concepts. Try Fry Baby for fried chicken; Whammy Burger for smashed burgers; The Rambler for farm-to-fork seasonal dishes; and Café Mondo for artisan coffees and pastries.
Restaurant
Bar Arriba
A Mexican-inspired rooftop bar, with small plates, bold flavours, and perfect margaritas, with DJs on Thursday, Friday, and Saturdays. Come here for weekend brunches, laid back afternoons and lively nights out.
Renowned School
BRIT School Partnership
Olympia has partnered with the groundbreaking BRIT School to support emerging artists through performances and events.
Live Music Venue
British Airways ARC
A 3,800-capacity music venue with incredible design, self-serve bars, and an outstanding lineup of both global and local talent. The venue can also be hired for private conferences, awards, or banquet dinners.
Theatre
British Airways Theatre
A 1,575-seat theatre (London’s largest new theatre in 50 years!), there will be extra wide seats, and excellent amenities; opening 2027. It will be operated by London's Trafalgar Entertainment and Broadway's The Shubert Organisation.
Hotel
citizenM Olympia
Opening in the Grade II-listed National Hall, citizenM is a modern, stylish place to lay your head. With 146 rooms, there’s digital check-in, smart tech in rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, a 24/7 canteen, and societyM meeting spaces.
Cycling End-of-Journey Facility
Cycle Hub
The only Platinum accredited cycle hub in the UK by FiveatHeart (creators of the world’s best cycling spaces), this will be the best end of journey facility in London with over 950 cycle racks.
Exhibition Halls
Heritage Halls
Grand Hall and National Hall offer outstanding facilities for concerts, events and exhibitions. Recent events have included a world-class double bill boxing event, The Holiday & Travel Show, and BLOC Party and Interpol are playing here in December.
Hotel
Hyatt Regency London Olympia
The five-star, 204-room hotel has three restaurant and bar concepts, a 24-hour fitness centre, and is conveniently located directly in Olympia. The décor is modern, and some rooms have private terraces.
Pillar Hall
Idalia
Idalia is a 300-cover all-day restaurant from Des Gunewardena’s D3 Collective, offering modern British dining in a stunning Grade II* listed building, with a glamorous, vibrant atmosphere.
Restaurant
Lillie’s
Inspired by the elegance of English gardens, this refined roof terrace serves seasonal dishes for sharing, with a focus on English and sparkling wines. A great choice for a sophisticated night out.
The Offices
One Olympia
Heatherwick Studio, in collaboration with SPPARC, have created an inspiring building that redefines what an office can be – from its wrap-around views of London and the largest private office terraces in the capital, to a stylish lounge, terrace, and wellness suite.
Pillar Hall
Pepperbird
Pepperbird is an intimate speakeasy-style bar that nods to Olympia’s musical heritage. Hidden beneath Pillar Hall, the lights are low and the furnishings are plush.
Premium Lounge
The Addison
Set inside the ICC, there's an all-day casual restaurant menu during the day and a bar menu at night.
International Conferencing Centre
The ICC
The new International Conferencing Centre has next generation technology, incredible service, reconfigurable meeting room layouts and conferencing spaces, and an auditorium with capacity for up to 830 guests.
Event Space
Upstairs at Pillar Hall
A stunning event space with double-height ceilings, spectacular mezzanine, and capacity for 350 seated or 525 standing; it's also available for exclusive hire.
Restaurant
Wolves of Tokyo
Part restaurant, part bar, with rooftop views and the energy of late night Tokyo, this is a beautiful, large space. Come here for Japanese fare – sushi, yakitori, signature dishes – and stay on for music and excellent cocktails.
Highlights
Neighbourhood
West London's finest! At a glance, some of the outstanding amenities and venues we have close to Olympia.
British Airways ARC
Live Music Venue
British Airways ARC
Design Museum
Museum • 12-minute walk
Design Museum
Electric Cinema
Cinema
Electric Cinema
Next Door Records
Restaurant
Next Door Records
Royal Albert Hall
Music Hall
Royal Albert Hall
Spa at Six Senses
Spa
Spa at Six Senses
The Queen’s Club
Tennis Club
The Queen’s Club
White City House
Members’ Club, Restaurant, Bar, Cinema
White City House
Chet’s at The Hoxton Hotel
Restaurant
Chet’s at The Hoxton Hotel
Dishoom
Restaurant
Dishoom
Dorian
Restaurant
Dorian
River Café
Restaurant
River Café
The Cow
Pub
The Cow
1Rebel
Leading London Fitness
1Rebel
Barry’s West
Bootcamp
Barry’s West
Holland Park
Park
Holland Park
Kensington Gardens
Park
Kensington Gardens
Your neighbourhood
West London Guide
Welcome to the neighbourhood. From an ever-expanding restaurant scene in Notting Hill to our local bustling bar and restaurant offering, with many nearby parks and fitness studios close by too, this is an incredible place to work.
Restaurant
Acre
From well-known chef Thomas Straker, this restaurant joins his namesake Straker’s on Golborne Road, and focuses on open-fire cooking and interesting sharing plates. We love the hatch-style outdoor seating.
Restaurant
Canteen
No-reservations, extremely popular Italian with an ever-changing menu, just off Portobello and Golborne Roads, with two ex-River Café chefs at the helm.
Restaurant
CeCe’s
Part of the Pelican Group (The Hart, Canteen, The Fat Badger), Cece’s is their most glamorous venue, where Casa Cruz once was. Come here for delicious Italian and a sophisticated night out.
Restaurant
Celeste
By the group behind the refined Mason Estelle in London and Estelle Manor in the Cotswolds, Celeste is an Italian-American restaurant (open to all) and members’ club.
Pub
Cock and Bottle
A traditional London pub, this is a neighbourhood favourite. Sit or stand outside on their wrap around terrace, or pull up a stool inside and make friends.
Restaurant
Dorian
Owned by the favourite Notting Hill Fish + Meat Shop, they say this is where chefs dine. A one Michelin-star restaurant, it’s elegant, fun, there’s counter dining, and it’s always busy.
Restaurant
EEL Sushi Bar
Also owned by the Notting Hill Fish + Meat Shop family, this is a casual, vibey sushi spot, with a great outdoor terrace.
Cinema
Electric Cinema
One of the oldest working film theatres in Britain, with an elevated cinema experience: blankets, mini lamps, velvet chairs with footstools, drinks, bites, and good films.
Cinema
Everyman The Whiteley
Everyman at The Whiteley offers its signature luxe cinema experience, with a bar, lounge, and in-screen waiter service so your order is delivered straight to your seat.
Restaurant
Fat Badger
A pub with live music at night and a restaurant that only serves a tasting menu of whatever the talented head chef George feels like cooking that day. Be sure to book.
It’s Bagels
NY-style (un-toasted) bagels with schmears, loaded fillings (from classic Reubens to creative options) – plus desserts, root beer floats, and great merch.
Designer Grocer
Notting Hill Fish + Meat Shop
The first of their many West London venues (Supermarket of Dreams, Dorian, EEL Bar), come here for fresh fish, meat, and interesting products from across London and the world.
Homewares
Soho Home Studio Westbourne Grove
Soho House’s homeware store with everything from sofas and armchairs to lamps, rugs and cushions – plus an interior design service.
Restaurant
Sova
A wine and vinyl bar near Portobello Road, Sova focuses on central and Eastern European wines. They also have a Slavic-inspired menu and guest DJs throughout the week.
Spa
Spa at Six Senses
Book one of their advanced science-led treatments and receive access to their bio sauna, lap pool, and thermal facilities.
Restaurant
Speedboat Bar at The Electric
Luke Farrell’s second outpost of this favourite Thai-Chinese from Chinatown, it's fun, delicious, and open late; they also have a few seats outside on Portobello Road – great for hot summer nights.
Restaurant
Taq
A 20-year Westbourne Grove staple, Taqueria has re-opened with a new look and shorter name. The menu has also been updated by Jackson Boxer, who reimagined Dove’s famous cheeseburger in taco form.
Facialist
Teresa Tarmey
Famed facialist, featured everywhere from W and Tatler to Wallpaper*, known for her high-tech full-body treatments.
Restaurant
The Barbary
A great spot from siblings Layo (aka DJ Layo from Layo & Bushwacka) and Zoë Paskin, The Barbary features flavours from the Barbary Coast. Enjoy small plates at the bar.
Restaurant
The Park (Queensway)
A little farther away, directly across from Queensway tube station is The Park, Jeremy King’s (The Wolseley, Arlington) haute Americana-style restaurant, serving hot dogs and grilled cheese with white tablecloths and slick service.
Pub
The Westbourne
One of the best terraces in London. On a sunny Sunday, you'll find hundreds of people here.
Restaurant
Nakimushi
A three-floor Japanese townhouse restaurant in W8 that includes a ground-floor ramen bar and a 25-seat restaurant with contemporary Japanese cooking.
Active Ideas
Wellbeing
West London studios, classes, parks and more.
Studio Workouts
1Rebel
Multiple nearby locations and workouts including Reshape (treadmill and weights), Ride, Rumble, Reformer, and Reset.
Hot Fitness
Burn Lab
This new studio offers hot barre, yoga, and pilates; the infrared heat helps circulation, flexibility and muscle recovery.
Small Group Training
Foundry
Very friendly and effective small group personal training just off Golborne Road.
Pilates
Heartcore
If you like pilates, this branch of Heartcore in Notting Hill Gate is light-filled and the instructors are great.
Park
Holland Park
Manicured and peaceful, with a Kyoto Garden complete with koi fish and peacocks.
Group Running
Hyde and Seek Run Club
Meet at 9am at the Lodge Café every Saturday, run 5km and have great coffee.
Tennis
The Queen’s Club
A private tennis club, they have facilities for several racquet sports.
Park
Kensington Gardens
A Royal Park with the golden Albert Memorial, Peter Pan statue, Kensington Palace and more.
Spa
Six Senses
Book one of their advanced science-led treatments and receive access to their bio sauna, lap pool, and thermal facilities.
Recovery
StretchLab
Their signature 50 minute one-on-one stretch will help lengthen and loosen your muscles.
Insider Mix
West London Vibes by YoYo's Leo G
“My playlist features records that are considered personal favourites and some of the artists you may just recognise when walking the streets of West London, enjoy!”
“As a DJ and promoter, living in West LDN means that you’re constantly surrounded by decades of musical history and a mix of cultures that constantly inspire you. From reggae, soul and jazz to house, garage, hip hop and jungle, West LDN has added something special to the soundtrack of the city.”
Culture Calendar
What's On
Our pick of events at Olympia, British Airways ARC, and in West London.
OLYMPIA
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Local Ideas
In the News
Press
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Olympia exhibition centre reopens after £1.3bn revamp
Secret London
The all new Olympia has opened with rooftop restaurants, bars and live music
Financial Times
Inside West London’s new go-to dining destination
BBC
Historic Olympia exhibition centre reopens after £1.3bn revamp
The Complete Guide
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The Olympia Bulletin
Your monthly email about what’s going on at Olympia and in the neighbourhood.
Getting Here
Fully Connected
Kensington Olympia is on your doorstep with the London Overground and National Rail; and the District Line at Barons Court and West Kensington are minutes away. The whole of London is reachable with ease.
- Transport
Kensington Olympia
Shepherd's Bush
2 mins train
Barons Court
8 mins walk
West Kensington
8 mins walk
Hammersmith
9 mins bus
Clapham Junction
10 mins train
- Airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
25 min drive50 min tube
London City (LCY)
40 min drive1 hr 10 min train
London Gatwick (LGW)
55 min drive50 min train
London Luton (LTN)
55 min drive1hr 15 min train
London Stansted (STN)
1 hr 15 min drive1 hr 35 min train
Farnborough Airport (FAB)
51 min drive1 hr 55 min train
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