Stay in the heart of London–Great location - show mapIdeally located in a quiet part of South Kensington, the 5-star Blakes Hotel is known to be the world's first luxury boutique hotel. Boasting fine dining and sumptuous interior design by Anouska Hempel, it is just over 10 minutes' walk from central London's museum district.Elegantly styled with unique antiques and rich fabrics, the refined air-conditioned rooms also include a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. The beautifully styled bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Many rooms feature a four-poster bed and original artwork. A 24-hour room service is available.Blakes’s sophisticated Asian-style restaurant serves creative, well presented cuisine. Next to the restaurant, the Chinese Room and Bar offers cocktails and fine wines in relaxed surroundings. Set within an exclusive area of London, this unique hotel is only 10 minutes’ walk from stylish bars and the city's lively night life.Leafy Hyde Park and the historic Royal Albert Hall are both 1 miles from Blakes Hotel. Both South Kensington and Gloucester Road London Tube Station can be reached after a 10-minute walk. Kensington and Chelsea is a great choice for travellers interested in history, culture and architecture.Blakes was created in 1978 by the world renowned designer Anouska Hempel and is known to be the world's first luxury boutique hotel. With a top class concierge and room service running day and night, your every last wish is their command. With nonsense and happiness around the clock Blakes is a romantic whirlwind from the minute you step through the door. So full of fantasy and so full of fun you are guaranteed to have a great time!With a stay at Blakes London, you'll be centrally located in London, convenient to Natural History Museum and Royal Albert Hall. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
“The service was very good. Also the restaurant serves excellent food.”
“Loved the bed, very comfortable and the old school bath was a lovely addition!”
“The staff in the day were great and went out of their way to help in anyway they good. Shannon from reception was excellent as was the porter.”
“The very helpful and charming people on the reception, they were excellent”
“Great staff. The interior design is superb. Would recommend to others visiting London. ”
“good place to stay in London with all black furniture and many mirrors surrounded you”
“Sharon at the front desk is the best!!! Ian the manager was wonderful.”
“The decor and the interiors was amazing The morning staff was very nice and professional. When we complain about the night staff service they reduce all the room services charges”
“A luxurious little treat in the middle of one of the best areas of London. There are two Tube stations, shopping, pubs and restaurants and the Victoria and Albert Museum all within easy walking distance.”
“Nice meal, friendly staff, reasonable price. Very busy, a bit dated and past it's best for atmosphere. Hotel all black and gold decor throughout, musty smell and old. Def past it's best but quirky.”