The Capital Hotel London is not just grand in name, it is also grand in appearance, its reputation such that it has five stars as well as a series of accolades and awards that have been pointed its way over the years for its efforts. The luxurious townhouse hotel is situated just off Knightsbridge in west London and was opened in 1971 after one man dreamt up and carried through this excellent place to stay, meet and eat. The Capital has a particularly high profile restaurant and this has led to its being labelled the best hotel for food in the UK by Conde Nast Traveller. The five-star townhouse hotel was also put in the top 500 of Travel and Leisure’s hotels in 2008, giving some insight into the following the establishment has developed.

London’s Capital Hotel is positioned in the west of London, just a stone’s throw from a number of impressive and famous sites. The hotel lies around the corner from some of the city’s most prestigious and popular shops, namely the likes of Harrods and Harvey Nichols. This is also a good location for easy access to the museums that are spread across this part of the nation’s capital; the Natural History Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Science Museum are all nearby. Other places to visit while staying at the Capital Hotel come in the form of Hyde Park to the north and Buckingham Palace to the east. Meanwhile, should you be visiting the Royal Albert Hall for an event or a Prom the Capital is a 10 minute walk or so away.

The Capital Hotel in London has 50 bedrooms, a figure that is made up of classic bedrooms, deluxe bedrooms, junior suites and a spacious two-bedroom suite. In these traditionally decorated bedrooms you’ll find aspects such as antiques and works of art to view and enjoy. The restaurant is one of the best in the area and it is also elegantly styled, its name mirroring that of the hotel itself. To go with the restaurant is a bar which is ideal for before or after dinner, or before you go out to the theatre perhaps. A final dining option is the Metro Brasserie which is less traditional but equally as classy. For meetings and other kinds of event there are three function rooms meanwhile. Please note that visitors to the Capital Hotel are able to claim a pass to a nearby health club too.

The Capital
22-24 Basil Street
London
SW3 1AT
United Kingdom

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• Number of bedrooms: 50
• Number of meeting rooms: 3
• Restaurants and bars: Capital Restaurant, Le Metro Brasserie, Capital Bar
• Internet access: Complimentary wireless throughout
• Car parking: Chargeable onsite parking
• Nearest rail: Knightsbridge underground station, 1 minute walk