Milestone Hotel Kensington in Kensington

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Your butler will take you on a tour of the hotel's facilities, show you around your room, hand you a complimentary glass of champagne (or any other drink of your choice), and offer to unpack for you. Nothing is too much trouble; this is British warmth, hospitality, and service at its most engaging. The Milestone takes care of your every wish and has 2 staff for every guest. The hotel provides an Events Co-ordinator to oversee your function from start to finish. Choose from the Oratory (a former chapel) for intimate or romantic gatherings of up to 8 people; the airy Conservatory for sparkling cocktail parties; or the oak-panelled Windsor Suite for the grandest of wedding breakfasts. Stables Bar has a more club-like atmosphere, while the Park Lounge recalls the elegance of a Victorian drawing room. The Milestone Hotel has everything you need to maintain your fitness. There's a stream of flowing water in the resistance pool, miles of jogging tracks in Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, a fully-equipped gym and a luxurious spa treatment room with a superb range of body treatments, beauty therapies, and massages. On request, a chauffeur-driven Bentley can take you to the city sights. An intimate, 5-star boutique hotel, the Milestone is affiliated with Leading Small Hotels of the World. The Milestone has been awarded the following accolades: Ranked No.1 in the World for Service in Travel and Leisure’s ‘The World’s Best Service reader survey, 2008’; Voted No.1 British Hotel, Condé Nast Traveler Gold List World's Best Hotels 2008; Voted No.1 Hotel in England in Travel and Leisure's ‘The World’s Best 500 Hotels, 2008’; The Milestone Hotel, a Red Carnation Hotel, winners of AA Small Hotel Group of the Year 2007/08.

This 5-star deluxe hotel is located in the city centre overlooking Kensington Palace. This traditional English hotel offers high standard of customer service in the form of personal butlers to cater for your every need. The hotel is also located close to many attractions and transport links. ***LOCATION*** The hotel is situated in the upmarket Kensington area within walking distance from the Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gardens and the famous shopping areas such as High Street Kensington, Harrods and designer shops of Knightsbridge or the Portobello market in the nearby trendy Notting Hill area. The closest tube station is High Street Kensington (5 mins) which is served by the Circle and District lines that go directly to most of London's tourist attractions such as Buckingham Palace, the Big Ben or Tower of London (all within 10-20min journey). Victoria Station for trains to Gatwick is 4 stops away and Paddington station for trains to Heathrow only 3 stops away. ***EXTERIOR*** The property is a 6-storey beautiful red brick building dating back to the 18th century. ***LEISURE FACILITIES***The hotel has extensive fitness and leisure facilities including gym, sauna and state-of-the-art swimming pool. Personal yoga instructors available for in-room lessons. Treatments are available 24 hours including reflexology, aromatherapy, facials, manicures and pedicures, tanning and hair and make-up. ***ROOMS*** Beautifully appointed spacious and lavish king bedded rooms with tasteful furnishings and rich decor. 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. ***RESTAURANTS & BARS*** Full buffet breakfast included. The hotel's restaurant "Cheneston's" offers an international menu accompanied by an extensive wine list. In "The Conservatory" guests can have a more informal lunch, pre-theatre drinks or brunch on the weekends. "The Park Lounge" is a cosy intimate place to enjoy a drink or afternoon tea while enjoying the views of Kensington Gardens. The hotel has a 24-hour room service. Starbucks coffee is available throughout the hotel and picnic baskets or packed meals for trips/flights can also be arranged.

Set in the heart of Royal London, overlooking Kensington Palace and Gardens, close to Harrods, Knightsbridge, The Royal Albert Hall, museums and shopping, the five star Milestone Hotel and Suites is wonderfully located for access to Londons West End and is home to celebrities, politicians and the top business leaders.This intimate, five star boutique hotel - affiliated with Leading Small Hotels of the World and a five star diamond award recipient- is one of Londons most deluxe hotels providing unparalleled levels of service and offering 24 hour butler service for all guests in suites. Each of the fully air-conditioned deluxe suites, luxury guest rooms and two - bedroom apartments are individually designed with delightful, hand selected antiques and fabrics. The luxury of Chenestons Restaurant and Oratory offer unparalleled levels of service for all diners The Milestone is proud to have been awarded the following accolades:Ranked No. 1 in the World for Service in Travel and Leisures The Worlds Best Service reader survey, 2008Voted No.1 British Hotel, Cond Nast Traveler Gold List Worlds Best Hotels 2008 Voted No.1 Hotel in England in Travel and Leisures The Worlds Best 500 Hotels, 2008 The Milestone Hotel, a Red Carnation Hotel, winners of AA Small Hotel Group of the Year 200708

Set in the heart of Royal London, overlooking Kensington Palace and Gardens, close to Harrods, Knightsbridge, The Royal Albert Hall, museums and shopping.

Each of the fully air-conditioned rooms are individually designed with delightful, hand selected antiques and fabrics. The style is quintessential English and very traditional. Bathrooms are also in very good condition.
A team of butlers will provide a very personalized, free of charge service to every guest, no matter the type of room, and will help unpacking luggage and any other request, to ensure the stay is a truly unforgettable one.

The Cheneston's Restaurant and Oratory offers excellent modern British and international cuisine in a relaxed setting. It has recently been upgraded and must be booked in advance as it has become a very busy venue amongst Kensington residents.
Another popular spot in the hotel is the 'Stable' bar. This is a cigar bar decorated with horse racing paintings and horse racing silks. It's set where the stables of the original house used to be and has a distinctive 'gentlemen club' feeling.

The lobby is medium in size. It is traditionally decorated with dark furniture and antiques. Original ornate plaster work can be found all around the hotel, specially in the public areas. A comfortable seating area with working fire places is available for guests to relax or enjoy traditional English tea.

It's a very imposing building. The original house was burned down at the end of the seventeenth century and rebuilt at the reigning of the eighteenth century. The result of the reconstruction is the actual building. It's a very beautiful red brick and white stucco building with a small entranced flanked by white columns.

This quintessential English hotel offers the type of service of a bygone era. Every guest will receive a complimentary drink on arrival and will enjoy a personalized service no longer found in Europe. The beautiful architecture and the rich decor will also impress the most demanding of eyes. Set in an unbeatable location to visit all major tourist attractions and specially to enjoy the best London shopping in Knightsbridge, Sloan Street and High Street Kensington. A truly unforgettable experience. (11/06 RPL)

GeneralIt's not just the thoughtful yet discreet service levels at the luxury 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 hotel standards discover what makes us different. LocationWonderfully located within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London, overlooking Kensington Palace, minutes from The Royal Albert Hall, Knightsbridge shopping, including Harrods and easy access to the West End, simply ask the concierge if in any doubt about where to go or how to get there in London. With the better weather upon us enjoy a peaceful stroll through glorious Kensington Park and Gardens and Hyde Park at your leisure.Area From world-renowned theatres and museums to chic boutiques and fashionable inhabitants, the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is truly a wonderful location to explore. If you wish to avoid the major attractions and instead discover the hidden areas of Kensington, our favourite being Church Street, the Milestone’s expert Concierge team are on hand to help. Guests can now enjoy our iPod walking tours of the top attractions and areas to visit in LondonRecreationRoomsThere are 57 deluxe guest rooms, at the luxurious Milestone Hotel & Apartments in London. All accommodations offer an outstanding array of exceptional amenities thoughtfully provided to guarantee comfort and convenience.

This 5-star deluxe hotel is located in the city centre overlooking Kensington Palace. This traditional English hotel offers high standard of customer service in the form of personal butlers to cater for your every need. The hotel is also located close to many attractions and transport links. ***LOCATION*** The hotel is situated in the upmarket Kensington area within walking distance from the Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gardens and the famous shopping areas such as High Street Kensington, Harrods and designer shops of Knightsbridge or the Portobello market in the nearby trendy Notting Hill area. The closest tube station is High Street Kensington (5 mins) which is served by the Circle and District lines that go directly to most of London's tourist attractions such as Buckingham Palace, the Big Ben or Tower of London (all within 10-20min journey). Victoria Station for trains to Gatwick is 4 stops away and Paddington station for trains to Heathrow only 3 stops away. ***EXTERIOR*** The property is a 6-storey beautiful red brick building dating back to the 18th century. ***LEISURE FACILITIES***The hotel has extensive fitness and leisure facilities including gym, sauna and state-of-the-art swimming pool. Personal yoga instructors available for in-room lessons. Treatments are available 24 hours including reflexology, aromatherapy, facials, manicures and pedicures, tanning and hair and make-up. ***ROOMS*** Standard rooms are on average 15 sqm in size and have queen-size beds. They are beautifully decorated in a traditional style with luxury fabrics and furnishings. Rooms have views of Kensington Gardens, courtyard or the conservatory area. ***RESTAURANTS &, BARS*** Full buffet breakfast included. The hotel's restaurant ",Cheneston's", offers an international menu accompanied by an extensive wine list. In ",The Conservatory", guests can have a more informal lunch, pre-theatre drinks or brunch on the weekends. ",The Park Lounge", is a cosy intimate place to enjoy a drink or afternoon tea while enjoying the views of Kensington Gardens. The hotel has a 24-hour room service. Starbucks coffee is available throughout the hotel and picnic baskets or packed meals for trips/flights can also be arranged.

In the heart of the exclusive Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea the Victorian landmark of the Milestone Hotel and Apartments was built in the late

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Nearest underground is Kensington High Street on the Circle and District line. From leaving the station, turn right and keep walking, past the Royal Gardens Hotel, the Hotel is opposite Kensington Gardens.