Working in Marylebone: A Comprehensive Guide to the Area
1. Overview of Marylebone
2. Demographics
3. Types of Properties in Marylebone
4. How Marylebone Office Prices Compare to Nearby Locations
5. Similar Areas to Rent an Office
6. Great Places to Eat/Drink in Marylebone
7. A List of Green Spaces for a Lunch Break
8. Business and Industry Events
9. Accommodation
10. Shopping in the Marylebone Area
11. Wellbeing Facilities in the Area
12. Hidden Gems in Marylebone
Overview of Marylebone
Like Mayfair, Marylebone is an elegant and affluent part of central London boasting picturesque Georgian architecture, artisan eateries and high-end boutiques.
Marylebone’s historical charm and contemporary sophistication attract tourists all year round. At the same time, its top-quality office spaces, ample amenities and proximity to Regent’s Park make it a popular destination for businesses.
Our guide will equip you with everything you need to know about working in this part of the West End and covers the local green spaces, networking opportunities, and where to eat and drink with your coworkers and clients.
Demographics
Marylebone is home to a diverse population, including affluent residents and professionals of all ages. With University College London (UCL) and London Business School on its doorstep, students also frequent the area.
Statistics for the area include:
• Located in Zone 1, Marylebone is a neighbourhood within the City of Westminster comprising approximately 92 acres.
• The average property in Marylebone is around £1.7 million, reflecting its reputation as one of London’s most affluent areas.
• 72% of the population are of working age (18-64).
Types of Properties in Marylebone
Marylebone’s streets are lined with beautiful Georgian and Victorian properties and its trademark mews houses (converted stables and carriage buildings). There are numerous upscale apartments and commercial buildings, including many modern workspaces with high-end interiors and facilities.
How Marylebone Office Prices Compare to Nearby Locations
Owing to its prestigious West End location, you might expect office space in Marylebone to be expensive. However, the average price of a desk in a private office is £600 (compared to £1,100 in neighbouring Mayfair). The average price of a desk in a coworking space is even cheaper, at around £400.
Similar Areas to Rent an Office
Bordering Marylebone are Soho and Euston, which offer an average desk price (in a private serviced office) of £900 and £600, respectively. Like Marylebone, both are centrally located with excellent transport links to parts of London and beyond.
Great Places to Eat/Drink in Marylebone
Marylebone has its fair share of chic and sophisticated drinking and dining options that will wow clients and cheaper options for when you just want to grab a quick lunch with a coworker between meetings.
Roketsu is the capital’s first authentic Japanese kaiseki restaurant. Reservations are released two months in advance and booked quickly.
Elsewhere in Marylebone, the family-run Paul Rothe & Son has been serving up delicious lunchtime treats for over 100 years.
For a post-work cocktail or two, head to Artesian on Portland Place.
A List of Green Spaces for a Lunch Break
Despite its proximity to Oxford Street, there are plenty of green spaces in Marylebone in which to relax and unwind:
• Regent's Park (view map) – Home to over 120 species of bird and 5,000 varieties of tree. The park also offers boat hire.
• Paddington Street Gardens (view map) – A peaceful oasis amidst the urban bustle.
• Dorset Square (view map) – One of London’s oldest squares, previously home to Lord’s Old Cricket Ground.
• Manchester Square Gardens (view map) – A lovely little well-maintained lunch spot situated next to a museum.
• Bryanston Square Gardens (view map) – An 800-by-200-foot garden square surrounded by charming terraces.
Business And Industry Events
Marylebone hosts several networking events throughout the year, from soirees hosted by the Swedish Chamber of Commerce to Marylebone’s Women in Business Network.
The area is rich in workspaces, including offices and coworking spaces with ample space for hosting business events and seminars.
Accommodation
Whether you’re looking for a luxury stay for a client or are on a slightly tighter budget, there are many options for places to stay in this prime West End location.
The Doyle Collection is a stylish five-star boutique hotel near Marylebone. The Mandeville Hotel is an upscale lodging with a lively bar and The Zetter Marylebone is situated in one of the area’s elegant Georgian townhouses.
A quick search for apartments in Marylebone on Airbnb will also provide plenty of choice.
Shopping in the Marylebone Area
You don’t have to look far to find a boutique shop in Marylebone. Quieter than neighbouring Oxford Street and Regent Street, it’s an ideal destination for those who want to beat the crowds.
Marylebone Village offers an eclectic mix of shopping, eating and lifestyle experiences, while St Christopher’s Place, a colourful urban quarter, contains high-street and indie boutiques, as well as some great dining options.
Wellbeing Facilities in the Area
Working life in London presents its unique stressors, so having well-being facilities on your office doorstep is essential. Fortunately, Marylebone has its fair share.
Spas in Marylebone include Spa at the Landmark London, which boasts a gym and hotel rooms and could be a great option for a retreat. Third Space at the Marylebone Hotel also features a spa, gym, and restaurant.
Hidden Gems in Marylebone
Like every corner of the West End, there are lots of hidden gems to be found off the beaten track. Wigmore Hall is one such venue: this beautiful building happens to be the international home of chamber music and you can catch a lunchtime concert there if you work nearby.
The Wallace Collection – a museum featuring unsurpassed masterpieces of painting, sculpture, furniture, arms and armour, and porcelain – is also well worth a visit.
Of course, there’s also the world’s first museum dedicated to Sherlock Holmes, located at none other than 221B Baker Street.
Less expensive than Mayfair but no less impressive, Marylebone is a great place to consider renting office space if you want to make a great impression. But if it’s not quite for you, why not look at some offices nearby in Oxford Circus, Bloomsbury or Euston? There’s something for every style, budget, and size.
