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The New Home Of Wellness Has Landed In Knightsbridge
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Health clubs may seem two a penny these days, but Surrenne is in a league of its own.
When the Emory opened in Knightsbridge earlier this year, it was a welcome addition to the London hotel scene. As the newest venue of the Maybourne Group, who also look after Claridges, The Berkeley and The Connaught, it was in capable hands from inception to opening.
Perhaps though, the property's biggest drawcard is the four level members club located underneath it. Here, hotel guests and members...
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