Walking past the London Marriott Park Lane at the top of Oxford Street it doesn’t look like much. But if you step inside, be prepared for a very pleasant surprise, as this place serves up refined luxury from the get go. The hotel - which boasts 152 rooms - underwent a £130 million overhaul a few years ago and today it boasts an alluring twinkle. Think marble floors, a mix of contemporary arts, dark wood panelling and well-positioned down lighters. The service is also flawless, from welcoming doormen to on-the-ball reception staff guiding you through the check in process. I checked into th...