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Conrad London St. James - Conference and Events

22-28 Broadway, Westminster, London, SW1H 0BH

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Conference Facilities Summary

Getting Help and Assistance

  • For further details on accessibility please click here (new tab).
  • There is a Hilton Team Member available for help and assistance.
  • There is not a Hilton Team Member trained in British Sign Language.
  • British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
  • The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; large print on request.
  • There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
  • Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
  • There are mobility aids available.
  • The mobility aids available include wheelchairs and walking sticks.
  • To obtain mobility aids please contact reception or the concierge desk.

Drop-Off Point / Pick Up Point

  • Drop-Off Point View
    • There is a designated drop-off point.
    • The drop-off point is not signposted/clearly marked.
    • The drop-off point is located in front of the hotel entrance.
    • The route from the drop-off point is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.

Off Site Parking

  • On Street Blue Badge Parking View
    • There is a/are clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
    • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Tothill Street.
    • The dimensions of the on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 200cm x 590cm.
    • There are not parking charges for the on street Blue Badge parking bay(s).
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
    • Free parking for Blue Badge holders is for a maximum of 4 hours between 08:30 - 18:30 Monday to Friday, with no return within 1 hour only.
  • On Street Standard Parking View
    • Standard on street parking is available.
    • The standard on street parking is located on Tothill Street.
    • There are time restrictions for this on street parking.
  • Public Car Park View
    • There is a car park for public use within approximately 200m (219yd).
    • The public car park is located on Arneway Street.
    • The name of the car park is Q-Park Victoria.
    • The car park type is underground.
    • The car park surface is concrete.
    • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
    • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
    • For more information on public parking please click here (new tab).
  • Comments View
    • Off-site valet parking is available at extra cost to the guest.

Outside Access (Hotel Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the hotel, on Broadway.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Conrad London St. James'.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
    • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
    • The push pad or push button is 89cm from floor level.
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The width of the door opening is 111cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
    • There is also an automatically revolving door next to this one.
    • The height of the slow down button is 85cm.
    • There is a Hilton Team Member available for assistance at this entrance.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

Other Floors (Ground Floor to Conference and Events)

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are for public use.
    • The stairs are located next to The Hedgerow and The Orchard Room.
    • The stairs are approximately 16m from the hotel entrance.
    • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground floor and lower ground floor.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The steps are not clearly marked.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are easy to grip.
    • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • There is a landing.
    • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.

Other Floors (Main Staircase)

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are for public use.
    • The stairs are located towards the centre of the ground floor, opposite the main lifts.
    • The stairs are approximately 32m from the hotel entrance.
    • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
    • There are manual, double doors, which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The going of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are easy to grip.
    • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • There is a landing.
    • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.

Lift (Main Lift)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located towards the centre of the ground floor.
  • Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
  • The lift is approximately 23m from the hotel entrance.
  • There are 2 other lifts in this location.
  • The other lifts have very similar/identical specifications.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • A Hilton Team Member does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
  • There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
  • Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
  • The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
  • The clear door width is 90cm.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 107cm x 177cm.
  • There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
  • The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
  • The lift does have an audible announcer.
  • The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The lift does not have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The lighting levels in the lift are good.

Lobby (Conference and Events)

  • Circulation View
    • The type of flooring in the lobby is tiles and carpet.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • Seating in the lobby includes; seats with armrests.
    • The lighting levels are adjustable.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the lobby area.
    • Wayfinding signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
    • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • Audio View
    • This lobby does play background music in public areas.
    • Music is played for certain functions or events.

Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Whitehall 2)

  • Access to the Room View
    • The room surveyed was the Whitehall 2.
    • The Whitehall 2 is located on the lower ground floor, to the left when exiting the main lift.
    • There is wayfinding signage for the room.
    • There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
    • There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
    • Hilton Team Members can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
    • The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
    • There is step free access.
    • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 156cm.
    • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is low.
    • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • Room Details View
    • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
    • The type of system is a portable loop (on request only).
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
    • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
    • The lighting levels are adjustable.
    • Whitehall 1, 2, 3 and 4 are interconnected and are adaptable for larger groups.
      The layout and furniture of the rooms may vary, depending on the meeting or event taking place.

Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Whitehall 3)

  • Access to the Room View
    • The room surveyed was the Whitehall 3.
    • The Whitehall 3 is located on the lower ground floor, to the left when exiting the main lift.
    • There is wayfinding signage for the room.
    • There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
    • There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
    • Hilton Team Members can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
    • The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
    • There is step free access.
    • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 156cm.
    • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is low.
    • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • Room Details View
    • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
    • The type of system is a portable loop (on request only).
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
    • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
    • The lighting levels are adjustable.
    • Whitehall 1, 2, 3 and 4 are interconnected and are adaptable for larger groups.
      The layout and furniture of the rooms may vary, depending on the meeting or event taking place.

Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Whitehall 4)

  • Access to the Room View
    • The room surveyed was the Whitehall 4.
    • The Whitehall 4 is located on the lower ground floor, to the left when exiting the main lift.
    • There is wayfinding signage for the room.
    • There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
    • There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
    • Hilton Team Members can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
    • The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
    • There is not step free access.
    • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 156cm.
    • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is low.
    • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • Room Details View
    • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
    • The type of system is a portable loop (on request only).
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
    • There are potential trip hazards within the room.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
    • The lighting levels are adjustable.
    • Whitehall 1, 2, 3 and 4 are interconnected and are adaptable for larger groups.
      The layout and furniture of the rooms may vary, depending on the meeting or event taking place.

Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Chevening)

  • Access to the Room View
    • The room surveyed was Chevening.
    • Chevening is located on the lower ground floor, to the left when exiting the main lift.
    • There is wayfinding signage for the room.
    • There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
    • There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
    • Hilton Team Members can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
    • The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
    • There is step free access.
    • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 156cm.
    • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is low.
    • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • Room Details View
    • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
    • The type of system is a portable loop (on request only).
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
    • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
    • The lighting levels are adjustable.
    • The layout and furniture of the rooms may vary, depending on the meeting or event taking place.

Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Dorneywood)

  • Access to the Room View
    • The room surveyed was Dorneywood.
    • Dorneywood is located on the lower ground floor, to the left when exiting the main lift.
    • There is wayfinding signage for the room.
    • There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
    • There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
    • Hilton Team Members can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
    • The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
    • There is step free access.
    • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 156cm.
    • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is low.
    • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • Room Details View
    • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
    • The type of system is a portable loop (on request only).
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
    • There are potential trip hazards within the room.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
    • The lighting levels are adjustable.
    • The layout and furniture of the rooms may vary, depending on the meeting or event taking place.

Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Baileys)

  • Access to the Room View
    • The room surveyed was Baileys.
    • Baileys is located on the lower ground floor, to the left when exiting the main lift.
    • There is wayfinding signage for the room.
    • There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
    • There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
    • Hilton Team Members can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
    • The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
    • There is step free access.
    • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 70cm.
    • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
    • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • Room Details View
    • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
    • The type of system is a portable loop (on request only).
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
    • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
    • The lighting levels are adjustable.
    • The layout and furniture of the rooms may vary, depending on the meeting or event taking place.

Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Chequers)

  • Access to the Room View
    • The room surveyed was Chequers.
    • Chequers is located on the lower ground floor, to the right when exiting the main lift.
    • There is wayfinding signage for the room.
    • There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
    • There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
    • Hilton Team Members can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
    • The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
    • There is step free access.
    • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 156cm.
    • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
    • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • Room Details View
    • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
    • The type of system is a portable loop (on request only).
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
    • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
    • The lighting levels are adjustable.
    • The layout and furniture of the rooms may vary, depending on the meeting or event taking place.

Accessible Toilet(s) (Lower Ground Floor)

  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located on the lower ground floor, to the left when exiting the main lift.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 19m from the main lift.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The door is locked by a lever twist.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
    • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 138cm x 220cm.
    • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
    • The lateral transfer space is 66cm.
    • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
    • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a push button flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
    • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is low.
    • There is an emergency alarm .
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are sanitary and pedal bin disposal units.
    • There is a/are coat hook(s).
    • The height of the coat hook is 12cm from the floor.
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
    • The toilet has a backrest.
    • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever.
    • There is not a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • There is a handheld soap dispenser available.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is not a hand dryer.

Standard Toilet(s) (Lower Ground Floor)

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female and male toilets are located on the lower ground floor, to the left when exiting the lift.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 21m from the lift.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 81cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are good.
  • Baby Changing Facilities View
    • Baby change facilities are available in both the female and male toilets.
    • There is a fixed baby change table available .
    • The height of the baby change table is 85cm.