Conrad global leader John Vanderslice welcomes guests to the Conrad London St James

An elite travel industry crowd was welcomed to the newly opened Conrad London St James last night as the property opens to the public.

John Vanderslice, the global head of Conrad Hotels & Resorts, the luxury lifestyle brand of Hilton Worldwide, was on hand to greet arrivals, alongside newly appointed hotel manager Chris Jung.

The property offers a variety of 256 rooms and suites over six floors, from superior and executive rooms to duplex suites.

Situated in a highly sought-after location in Britain’s political heartland, global luxury travellers can experience a sophisticated environment featuring locally inspired style and design.

The hotel boasts some of the most spacious accommodations in the capital including the Conrad Suite, which enjoys a private lift and entrance in addition to extensive bedroom and living areas.

Take a look below for a selection of images from the evening:

Hotel manager Chris Jung chats with guests at the opening party

Shiraz Boghani, chairman of hotel owner Splendid Hospitality Group, left, chats with John Vanderslice 

Oded Lifschitz, vice president, operations UK & Ireland, Hilton Worldwide, right at the opening the Conrad London St James

Boghani address the crowd during the opening party