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The Capital Hotel 22-24 Basil St London England UK SW3 1AT |
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| Hotel Rating: 5 STARS |
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| Description:
The Capital Hotel was first opened in April 1971 by David Levin
and his family who still own and run the hotel today. In 1973 the hotel gained
distinction as one of the first three hotels in London to achieve a Michelin
Star. The hotel later when on in 2001 to achieve a second star. Other awards have
included five AA Red Stars, four Rosettes and RAC five Star accreditation. In
2006 the hotel was voted the UK's “Best Hotel for Food” by Condé Nast Travellers
in 2006. The hotels location is in the heart of one of London's most chic and upmarket areas between Sloane Street and Knightsbridge. Just to the other side of Knightsbridge is the very popular Hyde Park with its own Gallery (Serpentine Gallery) and boating on the Serpentine Lake weather permitting. This location affords easy access to some of London's best known attractions. These include Harrods department store (0.1 mile), Victoria and Albert Museum (0.5 miles), Natural History and Science Museums (0.6 miles), Buckingham Palace (0.9 miles), Westminster Cathedral (1 mile) and Kensington Palace (1.2 miles). Also around 1 mile away is the world renowned Kings Road, Chelsea with a host of shopping and other amenities. The Capital Hotel is privately owned luxury townhouse hotel. The intimate feel of the hotel is created from the moment you arrive to find a welcoming doorman. The exquisite interiors incorporate the work of acclaimed names from the world of British design such as Nina Campbell, and David Linley, nephew of Her Majesty The Queen. All rooms are individually designed with Original works of art and an emphasis on refined elegance. Fabrics for many rooms were selected from the Ralph Lauren collection, and each has its own special charm and character. Mattresses are handmade and the sheets are of the finest Egyptian cotton, while consoles by each bed control radio, television and lighting. The marble bathrooms are equipped with a bath and power shower. Other bedroom amenities include Air conditioning with in-room controls, Radio, television with satellite channels, Hairdryer , Mini bar, bathrobe and toiletries. The Capital Restaurant has held a Michelin star for several years with 2 stars since 2001. The restaurant serves a frequently changing menu and fine wines. The Sitting Room, where one may take morning coffee, afternoon tea and light meals, reflects a traditional country house setting, while the Eaton and Cadogan Rooms are set aside for private dining and business meetings. Afternoon Tea is served daily in the Sitting Room between 3:30pm and 5:30pm. The Capital has two private rooms, seating 12 and 24 which are available for business meetings or special occasions for breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
| Parking: Available (charge) |
| Room Numbers: 49 |
| Check-in: 14.00 (2 pm) |
| Check-out: 12.00 noon |
| London Hotel Awards: Gold status hotel for food in
Condé Nast
Readers' Choice Awards of 2006. Restaurant is an AA 4 rosettes holder and Michelin Two Star holder. VisitLondon: 2007: Bronze award for best small hotel. |
| Amenities | ||
| Laundry & dry cleaning Garment pressing Theatre tickets Restaurant bookings Travel and transport reservations London information Newspapers Shoe shine Personal shopping Lap-top safes in all bedrooms Wi-Fi Wireless System, enabling Internet access without cables |
Air conditioning with in-room controls Radio television with satellite channels Hairdryer Mini bar Luxurious bathrobes and toiletries Umbrella for use during your stay Available upon request: Video/DVD player/recorder Baby cots - (charge)) Babysitting Car parking (charge) |
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Locality Information |
| Near To: Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Kensington, Hyde Park, Victoria, Belgravia |
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