If you are looking for a romantic getaway in the middle of London, this place can't be beat. It is wonderful in every possible way, from the large rooms to the wonderful breakfasts to the garden to the friendly and very helpful staff. The owner, Kit Kemp, who is a famous interior designer, has spared no expense in making the hotel inviting. She calls it a ”boutique hotel,” but you could also see it as a somewhat large B & B. It consists of three row houses combined and refurbished, but it has lost none of its charm. The location is also great. It is 5 minutes' walk from the South Kensington tube stop. If you are coming in from Heathrow, take the Piccadilly line directly there. If you are coming in by train from St. Pancras, also take the Piccadilly line directly there. The V & A Museum and the Natural History Museum are about 10 minutes' walk away. There are numerous restaurants around the corner. Breakfast is great. There is an extensive buffet with granola, muesli, fruit, yogurt, and pastries. There is also a full English breakfast available, including eggs, sausages, baked beans, and the rest. If you want an English high tea, they do it, but you have to reserve it in advance. The garden in the back is beautiful and well landscaped. There are koi swimming back and forth in a rectangular ”pond.” There are tables and chairs for guests to use. I've traveled to over 50 countries and this is certainly in my top three or four hotels worldwide. The only minus is that it is not cheap, but given what you get in return, it is well worth the price. It is an intimate luxury hotel and a real gem.
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My sister, niece and I travelled for a quick stay in London. After days in France sharing rooms and apartments, we were looking for a quiet place with private rooms. Number Sixteen offers 4 single rooms and we were lucky enough to reserve 3 of them for the dates we needed. The hotel is in a perfect location on a street around the corner from the South Kensington tube station and near to pubs and other restaurants. Our rooms were adorable, twin+ beds, small closet, desk and bathroom (think cruise ship size!). Comfortable and charming. The hotel offers breakfast and afternoon tea both indoors and in their gorgeous back garden and there are also two lovely parlors inside with an ”honesty bar” for drink and snacks. I also fell in love with the Kit Kemp toiletries offered in our room and wished I'd had room in my luggage to bring home with me. Savoring the hand lotion and linen spray left for us to enjoy that I brought home with fond memories of a lovely stay.
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