ABIL Group, an Indian-based property development company, has bought a building on the Strand in London. 

They intend to convert it into a luxury hotel.

The property at 5 Strand Trafalgar Square is currently office accommodation for Westminster City Council.

ABIL Group is planning to redevelop the property into a five-star hotel with between 210 and 230 bedrooms.

No planned opening dates have been published

ABIL Group already operate a range of luxury hotel in India including St. Regis, Westin and Le Meridien branded hotels