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Set across five Victorian townhouses built in 1856, we have a huge variety of spaces at The Columbia. Our locations boast original Victorian wood floors, cornicing and period features, large south-facing sash windows and double-vaulted ceilings, as well as unique photogenic furniture and eclectic props and backdrops.
We sit in the heart of West London, just a short walk away from Lancaster Gate, Notting Hill, and Paddington, making The Columbia easily accessible for your cast crew (and to top it off, we have over 17 parking spaces and sit just outside of the congestion zone for those coming by car). Our private road next to the building makes for an easy load-in and out, and our shoot friendly, onsite team are always here to help.
Our hires include: national and international advertising campaigns, editorial, advertorial, music videos, television and cinematic feature releases.
Two identical rooms situated on the first floor, which can be used independently or joined together as one space. With original period features, a large private balcony overlooking Kensington Gardens, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a beautiful ornate ceiling, the suites have a classical Parisian feel and their white walls make for a beautiful, and versatile, shoot space.
One of our largest event rooms on the first floor, with a large private balcony and floor-to-ceiling sash windows overlooking Kensington Gardens. The space has a timeless and sophisticated feel with highly decorative ceilings and original classical architecture including an ornate marble fireplace and pale wood polished floors.
A dark and seductive space on the ground floor with its own private entrance. The Lancaster Suite is designed with hand painted murals, a marble fireplace and 6 huge windows. A moody and dramatic room that still feels intimate and inviting.
One of our largest and most versatile event spaces, located on the ground floor. An elegant period room with a mix of original wood flooring, Victorian tiles dating back to the 1800’s, vintage chandeliers, hand-painted murals and views into Kensington Gardens.
Each of our 103 bedrooms offers a distinctive shoot setting, with original vintage wallpaper, large sash windows, fluted headboards, and retro 70s avocado green bathrooms. Originally five Victorian townhouses, no two rooms are the same – some boast elegant marble fireplaces and ornate ceilings, while others feature vintage carpets and charming porthole windows.
The Columbia offers a variety of unique backdrops and features around the building, including the hotel reception, bar, driveway, and a number of distinctive corridors, staircases, and entrances. For larger productions, access can also be arranged to back-of-house areas such as the basement and a spacious industrial kitchen.
