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5 star

The Capital, London

Basil Street, Knightsbridge, London, SW3 1AT
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Rooms from  £230.00 [49 rooms total]
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Guest Rating: 4.2 / 5 4.2 / 5

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About The Capital hotel

In London's fashionable Knightsbridge, this elegant town house is an award-winning 5-star hotel offering luxurious air-conditioned rooms and a gourmet French restaurant with 2 Michelin stars.

Just metres from Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Sloane Street and Hyde Park, and within easy reach of the West End, the Capital has one of the most prestigious locations in London.

All of the beautiful, elegant rooms are individually designed and traditionally decorated with original art and antique furniture. All suites and double rooms have handmade super-king-size beds from Savoir with hand-stitched mattresses and the finest Egyptian cotton bed linen.

Beside each bed, there is a console controlling the lighting, the radio and the interactive TV system with satellite channels. The marble bathrooms have large baths, powerful showers and luxurious bathrobes and toiletries.

As well as the award-winning restaurant and superb bar, the hotel offers traditional English afternoon teas with homemade pastries, scones and jams.

Hotel Facilities

General

  • 24-Hour Front Desk,
  • Airconditioning,
  • Bar,
  • Luggage Storage,
  • Parking,
  • Restaurant,
  • Safety Deposit Box,
  • Valet Parking.

Services

  • Babysitting/Child Services,
  • Currency Exchange,
  • Dry Cleaning,
  • Fax/Photocopying,
  • Internet Services,
  • Laundry,
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
  • Room Service,
  • Shoe Shine,
  • Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.

Hotel Policies

Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Check In / Check Out

  • You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
  • You must check out by 12:00 hours.

Cancellations

If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.

Extra Charges

15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Parking

Private parking is possible on site and costs GBP 30.00 per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms and costs GBP 5.00 per 24 hours. Wired internet is available in public areas and charges are applicable.

Deposit

No deposit will be charged.

Children and extra beds

All children are welcome. All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 3 years are charged GBP 15.00 per night and person for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 30.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Payment - We accept

  • Visa,
  • Maestro,
  • Master Card,
  • American Express,
  • Diners Card.
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Room information

Executive Double Room more info

Room Interior

Traditionally decorated with antique furniture and the finest linen, these rooms feature either one super-king-size bed or 2 single beds. Private arts adorn the walls and there is an en suite bathroom with shower.

Amenities:

  • Air Conditioning,
  • Bath,
  • Bathrobe,
  • Bathroom,
  • Bathroom Amenities,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Minibar,
  • Pay TV,
  • Radio,
  • Safety Deposit Box,
  • Satellite TV,
  • Shower,
  • Slippers,
  • TV,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Executive Single Room more info

The exquisite interiors incorporate the work of acclaimed names from the world of British design such as Nina Campbell, and David Linley, nephew of Her Majesty The Queen.

Amenities:

  • Air Conditioning,
  • Bath,
  • Bathrobe,
  • Bathroom,
  • Bathroom Amenities,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Minibar,
  • Pay TV,
  • Radio,
  • Safety Deposit Box,
  • Satellite TV,
  • Shower,
  • Slippers,
  • TV,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Deluxe Double Room more info

Room Interior

Amenities:

  • Air Conditioning,
  • Bath,
  • Bathrobe,
  • Bathroom,
  • Bathroom Amenities,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Minibar,
  • Pay TV,
  • Radio,
  • Safety Deposit Box,
  • Satellite TV,
  • Shower,
  • Slippers,
  • TV,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Junior Suite more info

Room Interior

Every piece of furniture, work of art and accoutrement is hand picked or, indeed, commissioned by the Levin family. Hence, it is the family's personally-chosen collection of original paintings which adorn the walls. The suite has an en suite with shower, an additional washroom and there is also a comfortable seating area with double sofa, chair, table and desk. With one super-king-size double bed or 2 single beds.

Amenities:

  • Air Conditioning,
  • Bath,
  • Bathrobe,
  • Bathroom,
  • Bathroom Amenities,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Minibar,
  • Pay TV,
  • Radio,
  • Safety Deposit Box,
  • Satellite TV,
  • Seating Area,
  • Shower,
  • Slippers,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Restaurants and Bars

"Fabulous and stylish food; definitely some of the best cuisine in any London hotel" - Raymond Blanc. Under the direction of Chef Eric Chavot, The Capital Restaurant has an enviable reputation for excellence, gaining 2 Michelin stars. It serves French cuisine for lunch and dinner each day (additional cost). Meals in the restaurant are accompanied by a varied wine list, including labels from The Capital's own vineyard, 'The Levin Winery' in the Loire Valley, France. Afternoon tea is served daily in The Sitting Room between 15:00 and 17:30. Enjoy homemade pastries, scones and delicious jams made by the hotel's Pastry Chef, Andrew Gravett (booking required, additional cost). For moments of relaxation you can head to The Capital Bar and enjoy the finest selection of cocktails from champagne to vodka, cognac and whisky. The Capital Bar's interior design is inspired by the famous Harry's Bar in Venice.

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