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Hilton London Olympia

380 Kensington High Street, London, W14 8NL

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Hotel Summary

Getting Help and Assistance

  • 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 cannot be provided on request.
  • The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request and large print.
  • There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
  • Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
  • There are not mobility aids available.

Hotel Parking

  • Parking View
    • The venue does have its own parking facilities.
    • The car park is located off the A3220 Holland Road, beneath the hotel.
    • The car park type is underground.
    • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
    • The maximum height of the restriction barrier is 175cm.
    • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
    • The car park surface is tarmac.
    • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
    • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
    • There is/are 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 360cm x 490cm.
    • There is a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
    • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
    • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
    • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
  • Paying View
    • There are parking charges for the car park.
    • Payment signs are provided.
    • Payment signs are clearly presented.
    • Payment signs are located throughout the car park.
    • Payment term signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
    • Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
    • To see the parking charges please click here (opens new tab).
    • Payment machines are located close to the lifts and stairs to the hotel as you exit the car park.
    • There is a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
    • There is not a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
  • Access from the Car Park View
    • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
    • Assistance may be required because there is/are uneven surfaces.
    • The entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
    • The route from the car park to the entrance is clearly signposted.
    • The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac.
    • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
    • There is no tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
    • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 18m from the main lifts.
    • Assistance may be required because there is/are uneven surfaces.

Step(s) (Westminster Suite to Car Park)

  • There is a/are step(s) located in the Westminster Suite lobby, opposite the standard female toilets.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the car park.
  • There is/are 15+ step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 19cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
  • 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.

Step(s) (Westminster Suites to Main Reception)

  • There is a/are step(s) located as you exit the Westminster Suites, next to the stairs for the car park.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the main reception, hotel and the rest of the conference facilities.
  • There is/are 5 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.

Off Site Parking (Russell Road)

  • On Street Standard Parking View
    • Standard on street parking is available.
    • The standard on street parking is located on Russell Road.
    • There are time restrictions for this on street parking.
  • Public Car Park View
    • There is not a car park for public use within approximately 200m (219yd).
  • Comments View
    • The parking on Russell Road is pay and display via payment meter, text or app and is limited to four hours maximum stay.

Approach (Main and Costa Entrances)

  • Approach View
    • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
    • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue, on Kensington High Street.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Hilton Olympia'.
    • 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) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 105cm.
    • There is also an automatically revolving door next to this one.
    • There is a Hilton Team Member available for assistance at this entrance.
    • There is an additional single automatic door to the right of the revolving door (photograph 4).

Outside Access (Costa Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located on Kensington High Street.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Costa'.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is not 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) 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 105cm.
    • There is a Hilton Team Member available for assistance at this entrance.
    • There was a push button to the right of the entrance to open the door automatically, but this was not working at the time of the survey.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.

Eating and Drinking (Costa)

  • Location and Access View
    • The following information is for the café.
    • The café is located next to the Hilton Hotel.
    • There is ramped/sloped access to the café.
    • For access there is a single manual door which is easy to open.
  • Service and Menus View
    • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
    • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • Hilton Team Members can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
    • Menu types include; online menus and written wall menus.
    • Menus are clearly written.
    • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
    • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
    • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
    • Adapted cups are not available.
    • Adapted cutlery is not available.
    • Drinking straws are available.
    • This area does play background music.
    • Background music is played at all times.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system .
  • Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 98cm.
    • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
    • The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
  • Tables and Seating View
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 75cm.
    • Some tables are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
    • The type of flooring in this area is carpet and laminate.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • There are external tables and chairs available which are sheltered by a canopy (photographs 11 and 12).

Lobby

  • Circulation View
    • The type of flooring in the lobby is carpet and tiles.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • Seating in the lobby includes; armchairs.
    • The lighting levels are varied.
  • 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 throughout the lobby.

Reception

  • Reception View
    • The reception point is located on the ground floor, opposite the main entrance.
    • The reception point is approximately 8m from the main entrance.
    • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the reception point.
    • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
    • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
    • The lighting levels at the reception point are low to moderate.
    • The height of the reception counter is high (110cm+).
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
    • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
    • The counter is staffed.
    • Seats are available for guests at reception.
    • There is a hearing assistance system.
    • The type of system is a portable loop.
    • The hearing assistance system is signed.
    • The hearing assistance system is located on the far left of the reception desk.
    • Hilton Team Members are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested on 04/09/2019.
    • The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
    • The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles.

Concierge Desk

  • Desk View
    • The desk is located on the ground floor, to the right of the reception desk.
    • The desk is approximately 9m from the main entrance.
    • The desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the desk.
    • There is a clear unobstructed route to the desk.
    • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the desk which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The desk is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
    • The lighting levels at the desk are low to moderate.
    • The height of the desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm) .
    • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk.
    • There is not a lowered section of the desk.
    • The desk is staffed.
    • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system at the desk.
    • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.

Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Main Reception / Lobby to Lifts, Stairs Costa and Conference Facilities)

  • There is a ramp/slope located on the left as you enter from the main entrance, next to the reception desk.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the lifts, stairs Costa, and the conference facilities.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

Other Floors (Lobby to First Floor and Restaurant Floor)

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are for public use.
    • The stairs are located on the left as you enter from the main entrance.
    • The stairs are approximately 12m from the main entrance.
    • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground floor, first floor and restaurant floor (upper first floor).
    • 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 between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • 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 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 provided on landings.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

Lift (Main Lifts - Lobby)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located at the rear of the lobby, to the left of the reception desk.
  • The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The lift is approximately 14m from the main entrance.
  • There are 3 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 B, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are 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 good.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
  • The clear door width is 90cm.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 147cm x 115cm.
  • There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is 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.
  • There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
  • Comments View
    • The lift does not go to the restaurant level (upper first floor).

Lift (Restaurant)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located at the rear of the lobby as you enter from the main entrance and to the left of reception.
  • The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The lift is approximately 16m from the main entrance.
  • There are 3 other lifts in this location.
  • The lift surveyed was the far right lift as you face them.
  • The other lift has 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 G, R, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are 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 poor.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
  • The clear door width is 90cm.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 147cm x 115cm.
  • There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is 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.
  • There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
  • Comments View
    • This lift goes to the restaurant floor but not the basement floor.

Lift (Lift D)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located in the corridor between the Olympia Suite and Pembroke Suite.
  • Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
  • The lift is approximately 37m from the main entrance.
  • There is 1 other lift in this location.
  • The lift surveyed was D.
  • 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 G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are 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 good.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
  • The clear door width is 92cm.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 155cm x 70cm.
  • There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • There is 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 not have tactile markings.
  • The lighting levels in the lift are good.
  • There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
  • Comments View
    • The mains lifts and restaurant lifts are opposite the main reception a short distance away.

Eating and Drinking (Society Bar - Restaurant Floor)

  • Location and Access View
    • The following information is for the bar.
    • The bar is located on the restaurant floor (upper first floor).
    • There is step-free access, via lift, to the bar.
  • Service and Menus View
    • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
    • There is a bar where food and drink can be ordered.
    • Hilton Team Members can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
    • Menu types include; handheld menus.
    • Menus are clearly written.
    • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
    • Hilton Team Members can read menus to customers if requested.
    • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
    • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
    • Adapted cups are not available.
    • Adapted cutlery is not available.
    • Drinking straws are available.
    • This area does play background music.
    • Background music is played at all times.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system .
  • Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 112cm.
    • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
  • Tables and Seating View
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • The height between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 42cm.
    • The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 70cm.
    • Some tables are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
    • The type of flooring in this area is carpet and laminate.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a Hilton Team Member upon request.
    • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.
    • Access to the additional seating area is via 1, 17cm high step without handrails.

Accessible Toilet(s) (Society Bar - Restaurant Floor - Left Transfer)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located on the restaurant floor (upper first floor), just before the Society Bar.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 4m from the restaurant lift.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 146cm x 200cm.
    • 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 75cm.
    • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
    • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
    • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
    • 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).
    • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 117cm and 170cm 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 cistern.
    • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • 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 poor.
    • 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 is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
    • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • The wall fixed soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The height of the wall fixed soap dispenser is 90cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the towel dispenser is 127cm.
    • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is poor.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Baby Changing Facilities View
    • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
    • There is a flip down baby change table available.
    • The height of the baby change table is 88cm.

Standard Toilet(s) (Society Bar - Restaurant Floor)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female and male toilets are located on the restaurant floor (upper first floor), to the right as you enter the Society Bar.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m from the restaurant lift.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 85cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

Ramp(s) / Slope(s) and Step(s) (Society Bar to Society Restaurant)

  • Ramp / Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope located next to the Society Bar on the restaurant floor (upper first floor).
    • The ramp/slope is used to access the Society Restaurant.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
    • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
    • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
    • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
  • Step(s) View
    • There is a/are step(s) located next to the Society Bar on the restaurant floor (upper first floor).
    • The step(s) is/are used to access the Society Restaurant.
    • There is/are 3 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
    • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.

Eating and Drinking (Society Restaurant - Restaurant Floor)

  • Location and Access View
    • The following information is for the restaurant.
    • The restaurant is located on the restaurant floor 9upper first floor), just beyond the Society Bar.
    • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access to the restaurant.
  • Service and Menus View
    • Tables can be booked in advance.
    • There is a self-service counter and table service (on request only).
    • Hilton Team Members can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
    • Menu types include; online menus and handheld menus.
    • Menus are clearly written.
    • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
    • Hilton Team Members can read menus to customers if requested.
    • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
    • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
    • Adapted cups are not available.
    • Adapted cutlery is not available.
    • Drinking straws are available.
    • This area does play background music.
    • Background music is played at all times.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system .
    • There is a portable card machine available for payment.
  • Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 89cm.
    • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
    • The type of flooring in this area is tiles and laminate.
  • Self-Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 89cm.
    • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
  • Tables and Seating View
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 72cm.
    • Some tables are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
    • There are also bench seats.
    • The type of flooring in this area is carpet, tiles and laminate.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a Hilton Team Member upon request.
    • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.

Other Floors (Hotel Room Corridor First Floor to Eighth Floor)

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are for public use.
    • The stairs are located opposite the main lifts on the first floor.
    • The stairs are approximately 7m from the main lifts.
    • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
    • 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 between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • 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 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 moderate to good.

Hotel Room Corridors

  • Circulation View
    • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
    • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
    • There is flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is provided in corridors.
    • Wayfinding signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
    • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • Safe Place(s) View
    • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • Audio View
    • The hotel does not play background music in room corridors.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
    • There is/are 6 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to Rooms 527 to 563 on the fifth floor.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • These steps can be seen in photograph 7.
    • There is/are 4 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to Rooms 627 to 662 on the sixth floor.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • These steps can be seen in photograph 8.

Accessible Room(s) (418 - Bathroom - Fourth Floor)

  • Accessible Room Information View
    • The details in this section relates to the accessible room(s) with a bath.
    • This type of accessible room is located on the fourth and fifth floors.
    • There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
    • All accessible rooms of this type have identical specifications.
    • The ensuite transfer space for the accessible rooms varies from left to right.
    • Guests do not need to open a door between the lift and the room(s).
    • The room surveyed has an adjoining room.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The accessible room surveyed is located on the fourth floor, midway along the corridor to the right as you exit the main lifts.
    • The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 418.
    • There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed, via lift.
    • There is numbered signage on or near the accessible room door.
    • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
    • The door is manual with a key card lock.
    • The fob/card reader height is 115cm.
    • The width of the door is 70cm.
    • There are not lowered spy holes available.
    • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
    • The bed type is single.
    • The bed height is not adjustable.
    • The height of the bed is 58cm.
    • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 17cm.
    • The bed is not moveable.
    • The room does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
    • Hilton Team Members can reconfigure the room furniture to create a turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
    • The height of the desk is 75cm.
    • The desk is not height adjustable.
    • The desk knee recess has the recommended dimensions of 70cm (height) x 50cm (depth).
    • The room surveyed had a desk chair without armrests.
    • Alternative seating can be requested.
    • Wardrobes have not been adapted to allow use from a seated position.
    • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
    • Electric sockets are between 40cm and 100cm (4ft) from floor level.
    • Electric sockets are accessible from the bed.
    • The window control type(s) for the room is a/are standard lever(s).
    • The window controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is an emergency alarm in the room.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm in the room is within reach and fully functional.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
    • The type of flooring is carpet.
    • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is good.
    • The lighting levels in the room are moderate to good.
  • Ensuite Facilities View
    • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is fair.
    • The ensuite door opens outwards.
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The door is locked by a twist lock.
    • The width of the door to the ensuite is 92cm.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is poor.
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 165cm x 190cm.
    • The ensuite does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The ensuite has a non-slip floor.
    • The colour contrast between the ensuite walls and floor is fair.
    • There is an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm in the ensuite is within reach and fully functional.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
    • Disposal facilities are available.
    • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
    • 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 shelf immediately next to or behind the toilet.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 80cm.
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
    • There is not a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • There is a bar of soap available.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
    • The lighting levels in the ensuite are moderate to good.
  • Toilet Details View
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • The toilet has a lid.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 103cm.
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
    • 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 height of the toilet roll holder is 80cm.
  • Bath Details View
    • The ensuite has a bath.
    • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 60cm.
    • The length of the bath is 130cm.
    • The tap type is twist/turn.
    • There is not a mixer tap.
    • Bath taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
    • There is a shower over the bath.
    • The shower head is height adjustable.
    • The shower control type is twist/turn.
    • Shower controls have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the bath.
    • There is not a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the wall which is the full length of the bath.
    • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the wall near to the taps.
    • The colour contrast between the bath wall-mounted grab rails and wall is fair.

Accessible Room(s) (501 - Wet Room / Wheel in Shower - Fifth Floor)

  • Accessible Room Information View
    • The details in this section relates to the accessible room(s) with a wet room/wheel in shower.
    • There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
    • All accessible rooms of this type have similar specifications.
    • The ensuite transfer space for the accessible rooms varies from left to right.
    • Guests do not need to open a door between the lift and the room(s).
    • The room surveyed does not have an adjoining room.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The accessible room surveyed is located on the fifth floor.
    • The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 501.
    • There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed.
    • There is numbered signage on or near the accessible room door.
    • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
    • The door is key card activated.
    • The fob/card reader height is 115cm.
    • The width of the door is 76cm.
    • There are lowered spy holes available.
    • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
    • The bed type is double.
    • The bed height is not adjustable.
    • The height of the bed is 58cm.
    • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 5cm (2in).
    • The bed is not moveable.
    • The room does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
    • The desk N/A height adjustable.
    • The room surveyed had an armchair.
    • Alternative seating can be requested.
    • Wardrobes have not been adapted to allow use from a seated position.
    • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
    • Electric sockets are between 40cm and 100cm (4ft) from floor level.
    • Electric sockets are accessible from the bed.
    • The window control type(s) for the room is a/are standard lever(s).
    • The window controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is an emergency alarm in the room.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
    • The type of flooring is carpet.
    • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is good.
    • The lighting levels in the room are good.
  • Ensuite Facilities View
    • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is good.
    • The ensuite door opens outwards.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The door has no lock.
    • The width of the door to the ensuite is 82cm.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is good.
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 190cm x 152cm.
    • The ensuite does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The ensuite has a non-slip floor.
    • The colour contrast between the ensuite walls and floor is good.
    • There is an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm in the ensuite is within reach and fully functional.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
    • Disposal facilities are available.
    • There is a/are general waste (with lid) disposal units.
    • 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 shelf immediately next to or behind the toilet.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The tap type is twist/turn.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
    • There is not a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • There is a bar of soap available.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • The lighting levels in the ensuite are moderate to good.
  • Toilet Details View
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 85cm.
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • 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).
  • Shower Details View
    • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
    • The shower head is height adjustable.
    • The adjustable shower head can be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
    • The shower control type is twist/turn.
    • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
    • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 53cm.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower.
    • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
    • There is a single vertical grab rail to assist standing users.
    • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is poor.
    • The colour contrast between the shower dropdown rail(s) and wall is/are good.

Accessible Room(s) (504 - Wet Room / Wheel in Shower - Fifth Floor)

  • Accessible Room Information View
    • The details in this section relates to the accessible room(s) with a wet room/wheel in shower.
    • This type of accessible room is located on the fourth and fifth floors.
    • There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
    • All accessible rooms of this type have similar specifications.
    • The ensuite transfer space for the accessible rooms varies from left to right.
    • Guests do not need to open a door between the lift and the room(s).
    • The room surveyed does not have an adjoining room.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The accessible room surveyed is located on the fifth floor, in the corridor to the right as you exit the main lifts.
    • The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 504.
    • There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed, via lift.
    • There is numbered signage on or near the accessible room door.
    • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
    • The door is manual with a key card lock.
    • The fob/card reader height is 110cm.
    • The width of the door is 78cm.
    • There are lowered spy holes available.
    • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
    • The bed type is double.
    • The bed height is not adjustable.
    • The height of the bed is 48cm (1ft 7in).
    • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 16cm.
    • The bed is not moveable.
    • The room does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
    • Hilton Team Members can reconfigure the room furniture to create a turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
    • The height of the desk is 75cm.
    • The desk is not height adjustable.
    • The desk knee recess has the recommended dimensions of 70cm (height) x 50cm (depth).
    • The room surveyed had a desk chair without armrests and an armchair.
    • Alternative seating can be requested.
    • Wardrobes have not been adapted to allow use from a seated position.
    • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
    • Electric sockets are between 40cm and 100cm (4ft) from floor level.
    • Electric sockets are accessible from the bed.
    • The window control type(s) for the room is a/are standard lever(s).
    • The window controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is an emergency alarm in the room.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm in the room is within reach and fully functional.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
    • The type of flooring is carpet.
    • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is good.
    • The lighting levels in the room are moderate to good.
    • Vibrating pillows are available on request.
  • Ensuite Facilities View
    • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is fair.
    • The ensuite door opens outwards.
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The door has no lock.
    • The width of the door to the ensuite is 83cm.
    • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
    • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is fair.
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 190cm x 160cm.
    • The ensuite does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The ensuite has a non-slip floor.
    • The colour contrast between the ensuite walls and floor is good.
    • There is an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm in the ensuite is within reach and fully functional.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
    • Disposal facilities are available.
    • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
    • 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 shelf immediately next to or behind the toilet.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 85cm.
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
    • There is not a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • There is a bar of soap available.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • The lighting levels in the ensuite are moderate to good.
  • Toilet Details View
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 70cm.
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • 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 height of the toilet roll holder is 50cm.
  • Shower Details View
    • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
    • The shower head is height adjustable.
    • The shower control type is twist/turn.
    • Shower controls have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
    • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
    • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 52cm.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower.
    • There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.
    • There are two vertical grab rails to assist standing users.
    • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is poor.
    • The colour contrast between the shower dropdown rail(s) and wall is/are poor.

Standard Room(s) (Suite 527 - Bathroom - Fifth Floor)

  • Bedroom Features View
    • The room surveyed is located on the fifth floor, to the left as you exit the main lifts.
    • The room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 527.
    • There is stepped access to the room surveyed.
    • There is numbered signage on or near the room door.
    • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
    • The width of the door is 70cm.
    • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
    • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is good.
    • The bed type is double.
    • The height of the bed is 58cm.
    • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 17cm.
    • Light switches are within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
    • There is not an emergency alarm in the room.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
    • The lighting levels in the room are moderate to good.
  • Ensuite Facilities View
    • The type of facilities within the ensuite include; a toilet, a wash basin, a bath and a shower.
    • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is good.
    • The ensuite door opens inwards.
    • The width of the door to the ensuite is 70cm.
    • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is good.
    • There is not an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the ensuite is good.
    • The lighting levels in the ensuite are moderate to good.

Standard Room(s) (Room 607 - Bathroom - Sixth Floor)

  • Bedroom Features View
    • The room surveyed is located on the sixth floor, in the corridor to the right as you exit the main lifts.
    • The room surveyed at the time of the visit was Room 607.
    • There is step-free access to the room surveyed, via lift.
    • There is numbered signage on or near the room door.
    • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
    • The width of the door is 70cm.
    • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
    • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is good.
    • The bed type is double.
    • The height of the bed is 58cm.
    • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 17cm.
    • Light switches are within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
    • There is not an emergency alarm in the room.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
    • The lighting levels in the room are moderate to good.
  • Ensuite Facilities View
    • The type of facilities within the ensuite include; a toilet, a wash basin, a bath and a shower.
    • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is fair.
    • The ensuite door opens inwards.
    • The width of the door to the ensuite is 70cm.
    • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is good.
    • There is not an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • Wall-mounted grab rails are available for the bath.
    • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the ensuite is good.
    • The lighting levels in the ensuite are moderate to good.

Fitness Suite (Basement Floor)

  • Access to Fitness Suite View
    • The fitness suite is situated in the hotel.
    • The fitness suite is located on the basement floor, next to the car park.
    • The fitness suite is for the use of hotel guests only.
    • The fitness suite is not staffed.
    • There are surveillance cameras in the fitness suite.
    • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
    • Level access is by lift.
    • The door is key card activated.
    • The door opening width is 115cm.
  • Fitness Suite Information View
    • There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
    • There is level access to all of the equipment.
    • Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; cable resistance machines, free weights and upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed.
    • The type of flooring in the fitness suite is laminate.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.