Knightsbridge is one of London's most upscale neighborhoods, and this is reflected in the choice of hotels available. All of the area's hotels are squarely aimed at the luxury international sector of the accommodations market. Knightsbridge is bounded to the north by the open spaces of Hyde Park, and is noted for its high-end shopping, with stores like Harrods and Harvey Nicols.
The Mandarin Oriental is set across the road from Hyde Park and Knightsbridge underground station is a 10-minute walk away. The hotel is housed in a splendid 19th-century building with ornate Gothic adornment. The hotel has its own spa, where facilities include eight treatment rooms, a gym and a steam room. The on-site Bar Boulud is overseen by Daniel Boulud, who previously gained three Michelin stars in New York. The restaurant serves a gourmet French menu in a room featuring contemporary decor. Private dining for parties of up to 16 is also available at the hotel. Guestrooms have antique-style furnishings and oriental silk cushions; all are equipped with complimentary designer toiletries, air conditioning and wireless Internet access.
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London
66 Knightsbridge
London SW1X 7LA
U.K.
011-44-20-7235-2000
mandarinoriental.com
The Berkeley is housed in a purpose-built building from 1972 and is located 300 yards from Knightsbridge Underground Station, and a 10-minute walk from Harrods. The hotel features a rooftop swimming pool, a fitness room and a sauna. Services on offer at the on-site spa include manicures, pedicures, massages and beauty treatments. The hotel's dedicated concierge team can help guests to book theatre tickets or reserve restaurant tables, and they can offer insider advice on touring and sightseeing around London. The hotel has two restaurants including Marcus Wareing at The Berkeley which offers fine dining in a room with chic, contemporary decor. All rooms have bathrooms fitted with Italian marble, complimentary wireless Internet access and climate control.
The Berkeley
Wilton Place
London, SW1X 7RL
011-44-20-7235-6000
the-berkeley.co.uk
Set in a modern circular building with 16 floors, this hotel is located one mile from both Buckingham Palace and the Victoria and Albert Museum, and 200 yards from the Harrods department store. The 24-hour fitness center has the latest exercise equipment, and private training sessions are available. In-room spa services on offer include massages, beauty treatments and manicures. The on-site One-O-One Restaurant specializes in fish and seafood, while the Knightsbridge Lounge offers English afternoon tea and a menu featuring a selection of light meals and snacks. Guestrooms have multi-channel flatscreen TVs, free Internet access and minibars; bathrooms come with complimentary branded toiletries, slippers and bathrobes.
Sheraton Park Tower
101 Knightsbridge
London, SW1X 7RN
011-44-20-7235-8050
starwoodhotels.com
