article_snippet: Built by Thomas Cubitt in 1852, the grand, stuccoed house is on four floors - five if you count the basement, where there's a dimly lit bar and sitting room for hotel guests.
article_snippet: I've booked a Small Plus room, but am upgraded to The Loft because not many of the ten rooms are occupied.
article_snippet: The bedhead is a gate and the lights (all on dimmers) are industrial, with Sixties anglepoise lamps on the bedside tables.
article_snippet: The bathroom is part of the bedroom, with a separate shower and enclosed loo.
article_snippet: Doubles from £150, room only.
highlights_snippet: Stylish pub-with-rooms is a discreet hideaway close to Victoria Station .
  