The opening of the Shangri-La, The Shard in London has been delayed with the hotel now set to open in September rather than summer.

The five-star 202-room property will be London's first elevated luxury hotel, occupying levels 34 to 52 of the landmark skyscraper.

Room features will include custom-made beds, iPod docking stations, complimentary high-speed internet access, coffee machines, heated floors, washlet toilets, and a butler service in all suites.

Facilities at the hotel include three river-facing event rooms, an infinity pool and a 24-hour gym.

In addition wining and dining options include a gourmet deli and cake shop on the ground floor, destination restaurant Shard 35, light dining and tea at Lounge, and destination bar GONG.

The Shard was designed by architect Renzo Piano and at 310m (1,016ft) is the tallest building in Western Europe.