Capital Hotel London

5 stars

22-24, Basil St, Knightsbridge, London, United Kingdom, SW3 1AT

Editorial review

This family-run hotel is close to Harrods, Harvey Nichols, and Sloane Street's boutiques. It has a renowned New French restaurant run by chef Eric Chavot. There are traditional rooms with Egyptian cotton bedding and marble bathrooms. There are also serviced apartments attached and they are all good choices.

Overview

Nestled in London's heart, the five-star Capital Hotel & Apartments has all the best shops of Knightsbridge in the immediate vicinity.

This traditional hotel boasts of a private parking and internet access.

All 49 elegant rooms feature king-size beds from Savoir with hand-stitched mattresses.

The hotel has an award-winning restaurant, bar and afternoon tea is also served.

Knightsbridge Underground is within a minute walking.

Year renovated   2008.  Number of rooms   49.

hotel Capital Hotel London London location

The hotel enjoys location in the shopping heart of the city - Knightsbridge area.

Distance to:

  • City Center - 2.4km
  • Airport: London City Airport - 14.9km, London Heathrow - 20.9km
  • Train Station: Victoria Station - 1.3km, Paddington Station - 2.0km
  • Underground station: Sloane Square - 800 m, Knightsbridge - 200 m
  • Bus stop - 200 m

Rooms

All rooms are traditional and spacious and feature hand stitched mattresses, indulgent linen, oversized bathrobes, antique furniture, radio and the interactive TV system with satellite channels, marble bathrooms.

Suites are packed with hand-stitched mattresses and the finest Egyptian cotton bed linen.

A 24-hour room service is provided at the hotel.

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Classic Room

City view

King Or Twin Beds - 25m2

The Capital Hotel London Classic Room
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The Capital Hotel London Classic Room

Comfortable room with traditional interior comprises a sleeping zone, work desk and private bathroom.

    Deluxe Room

    City view

    King Or Twin Beds - 33m2

    The Capital Hotel London Deluxe Room
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    The Capital Hotel London Deluxe Room

    Spacious room offers a work area, a sleeping area and a cozy sitting area. Bathroom has all modern amenities.

      Junior Suite

      City view

      Double Or Twin Beds - 43m2

      The Capital Hotel London Junior Suite
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      The Capital Hotel London Junior Suite

      Luxurious room has a bedroom and a living room with a sofa, armchairs and table. The bathroom has all modern amenities.

        Dining options

        An express breakfast includes a hot drink of your choice, morning pastry and toast with home-made

        jam and marmalade available at price GBP 7.95.

        A continental breakfast is available at price GBP 13.95.

        A full English breakfast includes two eggs (fried, scrambled or poached), bacon, sausage, mushrooms, tomato and toast - all are served at price GBP 9.95.

        Le Metro Brasserie offers regional cuisine and afternoon tea available at 3pm – 6pm on Monday – Sunday.

        Capital Restaurant is a legendary dining venue where you can sample a true British cuisine.

        Capital Bar offers a choice of various drinks like vodka, cognac and whiskey. An afternoon tea is available from 2.30pm.

        The hotel offers a continental breakfast at the price of GBP 16.00 per person per night. 

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        Work

        The conference rooms can accommodate up to 40 persons and feature AV equipment for a successful meeting.

        A business center is also available.

        Wired internet is available in public areas.

        Wi-Fi costs GBP 5 per 24 hours.

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        Additional features

        Babysitting is possible on request.

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        Facilities

        General
        • Currency exchange
        • Elevator
        Room facilities
        • Room service
        • In-room safe
        Dining facilities
        • Bar
        • Restaurant
        Business facilities
        • Wi-Fi Internet
        Internet

        Wireless internet is available in public areas
        and is free of charge

        Guest Parking

        Private hotel parking is possible on site and the rate is GBP 40 per day.

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        Guest feedback

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        • Private limo at airport was part of, the hotel staff were all very friendly and the service was great.
        • Bar staff were most efficient and friendly, the Capital restaurant was another super disappointment.
        • A very comfortable bed, food was VERY good.
        Average guest rating
        Excellent
        4.1
        Based on  65 reviews

        Policies

        Check-In

        from  2 pm

        Check-Out

        until 07:00-12:00 hours

        Children and extra beds
        • All children under the age of 1 may stay free of charge when using existing bedding. 
        • All children under the age of 1 may stay at the price of GBP 15 per night/person for baby cots. 
        • Older children/adults may stay at the price of GBP 30 per night/person for extra beds. 
        • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
        Pets

        Pets are not allowed

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        What's nearby?

        Harrods, a luxurious department store is within five minutes on foot

        Harvey Nichols, a shopping opportunity is also a five-minute walk

        Sloane Street is a popular shopping thoroughfare that is located within five minutes walking

        Hyde Park, one of the largest city's parks is a five-minute walk

        Harrod's, 100 m, a famous upmarket department store in Brompton Road

        Harrods Food Halls, 100 m, part of the world famous department store

        Sloane Street, 300 m, a fashionable shopping street

        Attractions for Tourists
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        Shopping Areas
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        • The Royal Albert Hall - 1.0km
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        • Knightsbridge - 100 m
        • Sloane Square - 900 m
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        Getting there

        Heathrow Airport is within 25.4km or 40 minutes driving.

        Gatwick Airport is less than 54km away or an hour driving.

        London City Airport is within 17.5km or 40 minutes driving.

        Getting around

        Knightsbridge Underground is within a minute walking.

        Victoria Train Station is seven minutes away.

        Paddington Train Station is about 20 minutes away.

        St. Pancras (Eurostar) is about 17 minutes away.

        Private parking costs GBP 30 per day.

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        The Capital Hotel London Reviews

        Guest reviews are submitted by our customers after their stay at The Capital Hotel London

        Average guest rating:

        4.1Based on 65 reviews

        • Location 4.7
        • Rooms 4.1
        • Service 3.8
        • Value 4.1
        • Dining 4.1

        Individual guest reviews

        Reviews are ordered by language and date with a maximum of 25 reviews. 

        • Breakfast was excellent - Within walking distance of wonderful restaurants - Staff was outstanding

        • Bathrooms were marble and done well - Food was very good - 25 metres from the tube

        • Rooms are very small - Service was welcoming - Amenities were top-notch

        • Room was very comfortable - Air-conditioning came in very useful - Bathroom was large - Wi-fi

        • Staff is very helpful - Rooms are well decorated - Great location

        • Average rating: 4.5

          Excellent service at this hotel and very friendly staff. The room was of a good size for London.

          My ratings for this hotel are:

          • 5 Rooms
          • 5 Service
          • 4 Value
        • Average rating: 5.0

          Extremely professional staff met all needs and location of the hotel, service were absolutely superb, our room was very comfortable and spotless.

          My ratings for this hotel are:

          • 5 Rooms
          • 5 Service
          • 5 Value
        • Average rating: 4.5

          Extremely professional staff met all needs and location of the hotel, service was polite and helpful. Breakfast was served downstairs in the dining room was lovely.

          My ratings for this hotel are:

          • 5 Rooms
          • 4 Service
          • 5 Value
        • Average rating: 4.5

          Not one of the cheaper London hotels, friendly professional attentive staff and the rooms were spacious and well appointed.

          My ratings for this hotel are:

          • 5 Rooms
          • 4 Service
          • 5 Value
        • Average rating: 4.5

          The perfect place to stay in London in every way and very helpful and friendly staff. The breakfast surprisingly good.

          My ratings for this hotel are:

          • 5 Service
          • 4 Value
        • Average rating: 4.9

          Every aspect of this stay was great, the staff were very nice and accomodating.

          My ratings for this hotel are:

          • 5 Service
          • 5 Value
        • Average rating: 4.5

          Excellent value, staff are exceptionally helpful.

          My ratings for this hotel are:

          • 4 Service
          • 5 Value
        • Average rating: 4.3

          Lovely stay and great value and friendly staff. Perfect food and wine.

          My ratings for this hotel are:

          • 5 Service
          • 4 Value
        • Average rating: 4.0

          This hotel is on a very quiet street, in a wonderful location and staff is very helpfull.

          My ratings for this hotel are:

          • 5 Service
          • 3 Value
        • Average rating: 4.5

          From the bar to the in room breakfast we had a great time at this hotel, all of the staff were as nice.

          My ratings for this hotel are:

          • 5 Service
          • 4 Value

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        Hotel Awards 2012

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        AWARDS 2012
        Best Design

        According to guest reviews, the hotel has been rated asBest Design Hotels in United Kingdom

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