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Of all the perks that I’ve had working for companies - this has been my favourite. This member’s club has media and creative written all over it. A few months back, their gallery hosted a display of works by Bansky, with fantastic feedback.

Two bar areas, a dining / meeting room, a games room complete with table football, XBOX 360 and pool table. My main complaint is based on how awful the pool table is - it’s been thrown in with nary a thought to making it level, and so has a bias to the left. Take heed.

The private cinema is simply awesome, and very comfortable. The food is pricey but very good, and I’ve found that during the day, when it’s quiet, it’s an office away from office, with fast, free wireless internet access and a plethora of power sockets.

The staff are polite, and greet you by your first name after you’ve swiped in (or before if you show up too often). It’s clean, and the toilets on the second floor have, well, they have the most interesting wall tiles I’ve ever had the pleasure to be forced to stare at, being various stylishly-silhouetted depictions from the Kama Sutra.

If I had a complaint (other than the pool table) it would be that the selection of beers is woeful. If you want anything that resembles a bitter, the closest you can get is Guinness, with Leffe Brown coming in a distant second. Otherwise your choice is Stella, and other lagers of that ilk.

Saturdays, and The Hospital is kid-friendly, with childrens screenings in the cinema, and a few kid’s options on the menu. On the subject of the menu - their Bacon sandwich is great. Blindingly expensive for what it is, but it’s worth having just one. Superb ciabatta bread; thick tasty bacon; the mild threat of butter.

As has been mentioned by other reviews - this place is a great joint for networking, or just having a quick drink before heading on into Covent Garden. When it’s busy, from quiz nights to whisky tasting, it’s great. When it’s quiet, it’s great.

Somehow, The Hospital has the balance just right.