The Milestone Hotel 
| Address: The Milestone Hotel & Apartments
1 Kensington Court
London
W85DL |
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| Nearest Tube Station: High Street Kensington | Locality: Kensington | map |
| No. of Rooms: 63 | Times: check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00 |
General Hotel Information
It's not just the thoughtful yet discreet service levels at the luxury five star Milestone Hotel & Apartments London that continually gain this intimate boutique hotel the title 'Best Hotel in London'. Now a firm favorite among luxury-seeking travelers, The Milestone is cherished for all its many special qualities & its luxury five star hotel standards discover what makes us different. Bedrooms, suites, and apartments that deliver the absolute ultimate in luxury, comfort and convenience. A range of dining options, from formal to casual to 24 hour room service, that cater for every culinary desire; a bar that provides a supreme rendezvous for friends or colleagues while in London. Plus, of course, the dedicated and passionate staff who are always on hand to ensure that all guests enjoy their stay at this luxury London hotel.
The Milestone Hotel and Apartments, ranks amongst the finest of the capital's 5 Star leading luxury hotels and is ideally located opposite Kensington Palace in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Offering outstanding levels of service and meticulous attention to detail ("Nothing is too much trouble for staff" - Harpers & Queen)
Located opposite Kensington Palace, close to the Royal Albert Hall and offering panoramic views over Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, The Milestone is ideally situated for Knightsbridge, High Street Kensington and the West End. For antique enthusiasts, nearby Kensington Church Street has over 50 antique shops and galleries and is famous in London for its wide selection of rare pieces. The hotel is also now only 3 minutes walk from Europe's first Whole Foods Market store.
Concierge
To familiarize yourself with your elegant surroundings, both inside and outside the hotel, just ask the Concierge, who will be happy to assist. Dinner reservations, theatre tickets, taxis and tours also can be arranged by our Concierge.
Accolades & Quotes
- 'Inspectors' Choice Hotel in Britain and Ireland, five red stars' for the fifth consecutive year
- Awarded 1st place for 'Best Garden for a Small Hotel' by the Chelsea and Kensington Association
- "Gold E Award of Excellence," from Entrée Magazine and recognized as one of the World's Best Hotels
- Tripadvisor.com awarded The Milestone 1st place for the 'Best Service in London 2006'
"One of the best hotels in the world" - Architectural Digest
"Treats you like returning royalty" - Zagat Guide 2007/8
"The Milestone is one of the great hotels of the world" - Roger Collis, International Herald Tribune
Hotel Rooms top of page
There are 45 deluxe guest rooms and 12 luxurious suites, all individually designed and equipped with the latest technology. The 6 luxurious apartments each have two bedrooms and elegant antique furnishings.
Guest Room Amenities
- Evening Turndown Service
- Plush Bath Robes and Slippers
- Penhaligon's Toiletries
- Fully Stocked Mini-bars and Luxury Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Bottled Mineral Water
- Welcome Drink upon Arrival, green tea or Champagne
- Selection of Magazines
- 24 Hour Room Service
- In-Room Safes
- Umbrellas
- Hair Dryers
- Air Conditioning
- In Room Express Check Out
- Chauffeur driven Bentley service available on request (at a charge)
- Desk drawer stationary kit
- Personalised business cards and fax headers (upon request)
- i-Pods and Bose docking stations
- i-Pod walking tours of London's top places to visit
- Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access
- Two-Line Direct Telephones
- Mobile Phones for Hire
- Fax Machines and Copiers Available
- Laptops for Hire
- Cable TV Channels/Movies on Demand
- DVD/CD Players
- Soap Selection upon Arrival*
- Canapés delivered to your room each evening*
- 24-Hour Butler service*
- Desk phones*
*Applies to suite room categories only.
Junior Suite
The Junior Suites at The Milestone have the most luxurious feel and have been created by our sensational design team; all of these suites not only have the amenities of our standard rooms, but have additional business amenities, luxury penhaligans toiletries and additional relaxing seating.
Deluxe Studio
Beautifully appointed Studios. Themes include Military, Ascot, Botanical & Margaret Rose - each room has been specifically designed in the style of its name with meticulous attention to every detail, giving guests stylish and relaxing surroundings
Deluxe King
Featuring sophisticated, fine and elegant furnishings the Superior King or Twin Rooms at the Milestone all have a small seating area, desk space and luxury bathrooms. Rooms overlook Kensington Court, the Conservatory and a small number of these rooms overlook Kensington Palace.
Superior Queen Room
Traditional English Double Room, individually decorated, with Queen sized bed, some with views of Kensington Palace and Gardens and some quiet rooms overlooking the Courtyard.
Hotel Facilities top of page
Food & Drink Facilities
Cheneston's Restaurant offers fine dining and Modern British cuisine, also offered in the adjoining Oratory for semi-private dining.
The Park Lounge, an elegant drawing room with panoramic views of Kensington Gardens, offers 24-hour service plus the delights of a Traditional English Afternoon Tea, served daily. Alternatively, relax and meet friends in the newly completed Conservatory.
Stables Bar allows guests to enjoy a drink from the widest choice of wines and spirits.
The Conservatory offers light and airy surroundings in which to meet and enjoy a quiet drink from the bar or a traditional afternoon tea.
Business Facilities
Conference & Banqueting The Milestone offers an exceptional and highly professional event hosting facility capable of organizing everything from a private meeting in one of our magnificent suites to a demanding business meeting or banquet in our beautifully English pine paneled Windsor Suite.
Leisure and Fitness
The Health Club is an exercise, relaxation and fitness oasis offering guests a fully equipped gym, the latest cardiovascular equipment, free weights and a sauna. With the addition of the new heated Resistance Pool, you can now exercise easily in the water. By swimming against a current generated by the pool itself, you can travel distances or measure your laps without actually moving too far but with all the same benefits. The pool is decorated with glass tiles and floor to ceiling glass screen partitions to ensure environmental controls and maintain a constant temperature.
Spa treatment room offering a wide range of treatments designed to relax and rejuvenate using the finest quality products from SOTHYS, an expert brand exclusively available to beauty institutes and spas.
Hotel Location - Kensington top of page
Perhaps best known for the world-class shopping on Kensington High Street, the area is also perfect for an escape: with Hyde Park to the east and the woods and gardens of Holland Park to the west, Kensington is a popular residential area. Diverse exhibitions take place at nearby Earls Court and Olympia all year round, and the area has a multitude of museums to suit all interests. Open-air theatre and opera in Holland Park in the summer months add further cultural interest.
Local Attractions top of page
Nearby Attractions
- Royal Albert Hall
- Walking Distance to Harrods
- Harvey Nichols
- Kensington High Street
- Kensington Church Street
- West End Theatres
- Kensington Gardens
- Hyde Park
- Victoria and Albert Museum
- Natural History and Science Museum
- Royal College of Music
- Speaker's Corner
- Kensington Palace
- Marble Arch
- Royal College of Art
- Knightsbridge
- Holland Park
- Imperial College
- Portobello Road
- London Eye
Travel Informationtop of page
Nearest Tube/Main Line Stations
Airport
- Gatwick Via Gatwick Express from Victoria Train Station (30 minutes)
- Heathrow via Piccadilly to High Kensington Station (40 minutes)
- Heathrow via Heathrow Express Paddington (30 minutes)
- Airport Transportation or Private Car Upon Request
Underground
- High Street Kensington District Line (5 minutes)
- Notting Hill Gate (10 minutes)
- Knightsbridge Station (15 minutes)
British Rail
- Victoria Station (15 minutes by taxi)
- Paddington Station (10 minutes by taxi)
- Waterloo Station (20 minutes by taxi)
Hotel Cancellation Policy top of page
Cancellations can be made free of charge providing details of this are received at least 24 hours prior to 14:00 on the day of arrival. Cancellations made after this period will incur a fee equivalent to the cost of one night's accommodation