Milestone Hotel Kensington

Kensington Palace and Kensington Gardens lie directly opposite, giving the hotel an enviable setting in this elegant part of London. Hyde Park, the Royal Albert Hall and South Kensington’s museums are all within easy reach, with High Street Kensington station nearby. Soho, Covent Garden and the West End are about 20 minutes by Tube, while Knightsbridge and Harrods are much closer.

The Milestone occupies a handsome Grade II-listed Victorian building filled with antiques, original art, rich fabrics and plenty of colour. There is nothing understated about it. This is old-school London luxury, with highly personal service and a real sense of occasion.

Every room has its own personality, with bold fabrics, antique furniture and marble bathrooms. The suites take it further, with some wonderfully theatrical interiors and much more generous living space. If you enjoy hotels where rooms feel individual rather than uniform, The Milestone does so beautifully.

The Wellness Club features a resistance pool, gym and treatment rooms, providing a quiet place to unwind after a day in London. The pool is intimate, and you can also arrange spa treatments in the privacy of your room.

Cheneston’s serves British dishes in an elegant, wood-panelled dining room. The Stables Bar is cosy and full of character, while afternoon tea in the Park Lounge, overlooking Kensington Palace and Gardens, feels especially fitting here.