The Qatari owners of the US Embassy in London’s Grosvenor Square have unveiled plans to turn the Grade II-listed landmark into a five star hotel as the US government prepares for its move to Nine Elms next year.
Qatari Diar, a subsidiary of sovereign wealth fund the Qatar Investment Authority, will launch a public exhibition next Monday before submitting plans to Westminster City Council in May. The proposals include a 137-room hotel with five restaurants, six flagship retail units, a spa – and a ballroom for 1,000 guests...............................................Full Article: Source
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