The Milestone Hotel

The Scene

In case the address didn’t ring a bell, the eye-popping location right across the street from Kensington Gardens (and a short walk from the palace contained therein) will bring home the luxe location. Kensington itself is home to many multi-million pound residences and Kensington High Street remains one of the top shopping areas in London. Shopping aside, tourists and locals alike enjoy whiling away the day in Kensington Gardens; there’s loads of things to see there between Kensington Palace and the plethora of landmarks in and around it. You’ll find the Peter Pan statue, Diana’s memorial garden, the Royal Albert Hall, and countless other iconic London landmarks in this well-loved area.

The Concept

The Milestone Hotel breathes life into the sentiment “the way it used to be” with heavy-handed British hospitality. A bevy of international hospitality and travel awards seems to have no effect on the extremely attentive and superb service they’re known for the world over; it seems their modus operandi is to act as though they’re still striving to attain them. As part of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection, the staff is ready to delight with unexpected details such as an almost overwhelming collection of soaps for your soak tub or putting together a picnic basket for a visit across the street to Kensington Gardens. In fact, before your stay you’ll receive a very specific guest preference form to let the staff know what you love and what you look for in a room for the express purpose of making your stay that much more special. While some may find this personalized service to be overzealous, it’s a dream come true for those who yearn for a personal connection in a hotel that goes beyond a posh room.

The Look

While the staff is the crown jewel of The Milestone Hotel, the interior doesn’t disappoint at all if you’re keen on a British-inspired fantasyland. The décor is extravagant, opulent, and sumptuous---not at all restrained. The 62 rooms, suites, and apartments are done up lavishly, throwing together bold patterns and colors with heavy fabrics and gorgeous antique pieces. The themes vary from room to room so that each room is completely different from the next, ranging anywhere from a Pearl theme to a full-blown Safari camp and staying doggedly committed to it. While the suites allow for more space to act as a canvas for the almost implausibly decadent décor, there’s plenty to be seen in even the rooms. You really can’t help but buy into the flamboyant fantasy crafted in each room when there’s such wholehearted dedication to the theme.

In Short

Staying in boutique luxury like this reminds you that traveling should be special. Between an unforgettable location, opulent fantasy design, and a stunningly accommodating staff, you’ll have the best of London at your doorstep at The Milestone Hotel.