Lana Parrilla Praises Conrad London St. James
Grateful actress shares UK stay highlights, lauding exceptional service and cozy touches!
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Warm Welcome In Westminster
Lana Parrilla, best known for her role as Regina Mills on ABC’s Once Upon a Time, recently treated fans to a behind-the-scenes look at her London stay. In an Instagram post, the actress shared a series of elegant snapshots from Conrad London St. James, expressing heartfelt gratitude to the staff and management for “making me feel at home whilst in London.” Parrilla’s caption—“Beautiful memories formed @conradlondonsj the past few days! A big thank you to the staff and management for making me feel at home whilst in London. The incredible graciousness and hospitality extended by all made my trip to London so much more enjoyable. Thank you for the attention to detail and welcoming me with warm smiles and open arms. Till next time 🥂🇬🇧”—underscored how small gestures can elevate a celebrity getaway.
Hotel Highlights
Conrad London St. James is part of Hilton’s luxury Conrad Hotels & Resorts portfolio. Housed in a Victorian building opposite St. James’s Park, the property overlooks the Houses of Parliament and is within a short walk of Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. Guests are treated to 256 guestrooms and suites, three on-site dining venues—including the award-winning Cornerstone Restaurant—and bespoke in-room amenities designed to reflect the building’s heritage. Parrilla’s praise of the hotel’s “attention to detail” echoes reviews on travel sites praising the concierge team, plush bedding, and panoramic city views that frame London’s skyline.
Echoes Of Roman Hospitality
This isn’t the first time Parrilla has taken to social media to applaud a hotel’s service. In May, she posted a glowing tribute to Hotel Hassler Roma, thanking the staff for “service, love, attention to detail, care, beautiful room and views, warm hearts, smiling faces and delicious cuisine” after a stay in the Italian capital. That post, captioned “Grazie per avermi ospitato, mia madre e amici! Hai reso molto difficile per me andarsene eppure, non vedo l’ora di tornare!!,” showcased her appreciation for hospitality on both sides of the English Channel.
Conrad London St. James, like the Hassler Roma, places an emphasis on personalized service. From private check-in lounges to curated city tours arranged by the concierge, these high-end stays have become a signature part of Parrilla’s European travels.
About Lana Parrilla
Born in Brooklyn in 1977, Lana Parrilla launched her acting career in the early 1990s with guest roles on shows like Spin City and Boomtown. She earned widespread recognition as the Evil Queen on Once Upon a Time (2011–2018), earning a People’s Choice Award nomination in 2015 and 2016. More recently, she appeared in the drama series Miami Medical and the thriller Missing. Off-screen, Parrilla maintains a close bond with fans through candid posts about her rescue dog Lola and regular updates on her travels.
Parrilla’s London trip comes amid talks of her joining the cast of an upcoming Netflix limited series—details of which she has kept under wraps. For now, her fans can enjoy these scenic hotel snapshots and look forward to more on-location posts.
Whether she’s crossing the Thames or strolling through Italian piazzas, Parrilla’s social media is emerging as a travel diary with a celebrity twist. Her praise for Conrad London St. James confirms that even seasoned stars seek genuine warmth and thoughtful service when they’re on the road.
From historic Westminster to the cobblestone streets of Rome, Parrilla’s recent stays highlight how premier hotels can turn a simple business trip or vacation into a seamless, memorable experience. With her next project on the horizon, the actress will no doubt carry these “beautiful memories” with her—until next time, London.
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