Blakes Hotel
South Kensington, London, UK

A decadent feast for the senses: actress-designer Anouska Hempel has used all her know-how to ensure that this hotel makes a big impression from the moment you enter. Don’t expect trendy minimalism, this hotel packs a hefty aesthetic punch: 51 rooms uniquely conceived and crammed with theatrical designs, Raj-era Indian antiques, Venetian glassware, trompe l’oeil and stenciling. However, some are small and could do with a bit of a refurb. The hotel restaurant fuses East and West to create unique delights… One of my neighborhood winter dinner spots and always great for drinks with friends. A worldwide fave with film stars, musicians and designers. No spa, but the quiet location in Kensington plus discreet staff service equals total privacy and relaxation. Room rates from: £265.

www.blakeshotel.com
+44 20 7370 6701