The Standard brand knows how to inject ample amounts of sexy into hotel stays and its London branch takes things up a gear. The 266-room hotel, slap bang by St Pancras International and housed in a striking 1974 brutalist building, boasts several bathtub terrace suites and if you’re looking for a room with a view, these are the ones to book. I checked into the hotel on a Wednesday and as soon as I stepped into the place, I was immediately struck by the warm and inviting atmosphere, with low lighting and a sumptuous cocktail of deep colours running throughout. I was directed to room number 8...