Corinthia Hotels— are to invest £135million developing the Metropole Building at 10 Whitehall Place in London into a 283- bedroom five-star hotel with a scheduled opening during 2010. The Corinthia Hotel and Residences London will feature two restaurants, a bar, ballroom and meeting facilities. The adjoining property will be redeveloped to include a luxury spa as well as a suite of 12 exclusive residences.