The Ampersand Hotel London
London, United Kingdom
The Ampersand Hotel
Unique and intriguing décor in a classic Victorian townhouse
Important Announcement
The Ampersand Hotel is a new Small Luxury Hotels of the World property and is bookable now for stays on or after 31st August 2012.
Within walking distance of London’s most prestigious museums, The Ampersand Hotel is conveniently situated in South Kensington, the city’s cultural heart and close to the most exclusive shopping areas. Built in 1888, the hotel’s classic Victorian façade belies its unique interior which is inspired by the nearby Natural History Museum and includes a vaulted cocktail bar serving food, a gym, a Bellini bar, and a patisserie.
Influenced by the numerous famous museums close by, the design aesthetic at The Ampersand Hotel incorporates aspects of botany, music, geometry, ornithology and astronomy. Discover everyday objects with an unexpected twist, geometric shapes and patterns on the walls and curiosities from throughout the world.
A visit to the Natural History Museum is a must. Or, discover the exclusive shopping opportunities at nearby Knightsbridge. A leisurely stroll through Hyde Park and a visit to the Serpentine Gallery is a relaxing way to end the day before tea and cakes back at The Ampersand Hotel, followed by a cocktail or two before dinner.
At a glance
Location
South Kensington, close to tube station, central London. 10 miles from London City Airport and 12 miles from London Heathrow Airport.
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Things to enjoy
Beautifully decorated rooms and suites, Bellini bar, gymnasium, vaulted cocktail bar serving meals, patisserie, curiosities.
| Number of floors: |
7 |
| Number of lifts: |
2 |
Services
With some of the most stylish hotel rooms in Kensington, The Ampersand is a one-off, privately owned hotel that combines contemporary excellence in design, service, food and technology in an 1888 building at London’s heart. We have been inspired by those great Victorian values of discovery and wonder—and given them a modern, whimsical twist. The result: a cosmopolitan 111-room luxury boutique hotel, bar and two restaurants delivering 21st-century warmth, humour and total comfort.
Directory of services
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Bell service
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Car Parking ( at cost )
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Concierge
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Daily maid service
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Daily newspaper
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Disabled Access
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Disabled Rooms
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Dogs accepted
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Foreign currency exchange
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Guests relation services
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High speed Internet in guest rooms
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Interconnecting rooms
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Internet / E-mail terminal
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Laundry service
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Luggage services
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Multilingual staff
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Pets Allowed for free
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Porters
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Pressing service
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Room service - 24 hour
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Shoe shine service
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Valet Parking
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Voicemail message system
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Wake up calls
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WI-FI in public areas
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WI-FI in guest rooms
On-site facilities
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Gym/studio (unsupervised)
Family facilities
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Baby sitting
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Cots
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Interconnecting rooms
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Sofa beds
Languages spoken
Dining
Eating & Drinking at The Ampersand.
Among Kensington bars and restaurants, we are sophisticated yet relaxed, appealing to both houseguests and locals. Our food includes easy-going Mediterranean cooking at Apero, while in The Drawing Rooms, our all-day coffee, patisserie and light bite menus are offset by an elegant interior, perfectly poised to watch the world of South Kensington go by.
Apero
Tucked beneath the high Victorian cellar arches, Apero brings a shot of fresh Mediterranean style to the heart of South Kensington.
Softly lit, with cool white metro tiles, marble tables and exposed brick walls, Apero is an intimate, laidback restaurant in Kensington where you can catch up over a shared plate of something deliciously simple and modern. Our menus are inspired by freshness and quality, by the Mediterranean’s best-sourced ingredients and the region’s most enduring flavours.
The bar at Apero is an understated but glamorous spot to get into the ‘aperitivo’ spirit with a signature cocktail or glass of wine. If the occasion requires greater privacy, the cocooning leather banquettes in our snug offer a discreet space for up to six people, which can even be curtained off by opulent drapes.
A meal at Apero is a satisfying and uncomplicated highlight of your stay—an address designed for locals, yet easy for houseguests who can also enjoy signature Apero dishes on room service menus around the clock.
Restaurant details
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Mediterranean |
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Casual |
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Breakfast: 7am to 10am Monday to Friday, 7am to 11am Saturday and Sunday
Mediterranean Brunch: Midday to 4pm Saturday and Sunday
Full Menu: Midday to 4pm Monday to Sunday, 5pm to 12pm Sunday to Thursday, 5pm to 1am Friday and Saturday
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| Smoking: |
No (Non-Smoking) |
The Drawing Rooms
French finesse meets British aplomb in the Drawing Rooms—the luxurious heart of The Ampersand Hotel serving afternoon tea in Kensington and far more besides.
Lunch and early evening bites include fresh French-inspired salads and tartelettes, edible cocktails served in elegant glasses and tasting plates showcasing a selection of Anglo-French influences.
Restaurant details
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Patisserie |
| Dress Code: |
Smart / Casual |
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The Drawing Rooms are open from 10am until midnight Sunday to Thursday, and until 1am on Friday and Saturday.
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| Smoking: |
No (Non-Smoking) |
The Wine Room
Adjacent to our Apero Kensington restaurant under the Victorian brick vaults of The Ampersand Hotel, the dignified ambience in The Wine Room is defined by its polished basalt floor and oak banqueting table, surrounded by 10 sturdy leather-bound chairs. This arrangement allows you to take over the whole room with friends, or to find yourselves sipping fine wines next to like-minded souls.
This elegant room - available for Kensington private dining and wine tasting - showcases the hotel's red wine collection in an imposing floor-to-ceiling display that dominates an entire wall. On the other side, cabinets packed with curiosities reflect a Victorian passion for collecting.
Restaurant details
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Private Dining |
| Dress Code: |
Smart / Casual |
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The Wine Cellar is available for private dining
bookings. At other times it operates under the same opening hours as Apero.
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| Smoking: |
No (Non-Smoking) |
Leisure
The Ampersand has the latest equipment from Technogym in our lower-ground floor space - open 24 hours to guests - including a bike, treadmill and crosstrainer with integrated digital screen, internet access and iPod dock, as well as free weights
Meetings and Business
The Meeting rooms combine a Victorian sense of occasion with a slick, contemporary understanding of your requirements, whether you are planning a corporate event or looking for a private party venue.
Near The Ampersand Hotel London
Hyde Park, The Natural History Museum, the V & A, the Royal Albert Hall, the Science Museum, Harvey Nichols, Harrods, the Saatchi Gallery, Kensington Gardens.
