The Capital

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

It is around 5 minutes’ walk from Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Sloane Street and Hyde Park. The West End is 2 miles from the hotel, and is easily accessible on the Underground.

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.

Rooms: 49
Rate: 199.2 - 606 GBP
Hotel chain: Small Luxury Hotels of the World

On arrival you will be greeted by a doorman before being shown to your room. If you need anything during your stay, from theatre tickets and restaurant bookings to travel arrangements, the Concierge will be more than happy to oblige.

Hotel Awards:
The Capital Hotel and Restaurant, haas received numerous awards in recent years. These include:

- Fodor's Choice 2009 Establishment by the leading publisher of guidebooks for American travellers.
- Best Hotel for Location in the UK by Condé Nast Traveller in their 2009 Gold List.
- Cesar Award 2008 “London Hotel of the Year” by The Good Hotel Guide.
- Most Excellent Hotel Restaurant Award 2008 by Condé Nast Johansen.
- Bronze Award 'Small Hotel of the Year' by Visit London 2008.
- 2008 Travel + Leisure World’s Best: Top 500 Hotels
- 'Best Hotel for Food' in the UK by Condé Nast Traveller in their 2006 Gold List

Each of the 49 luxurious guestrooms is individually decorated and furnished with antiques. All suites and double rooms have super-king-size beds from Savoir beds. The marble bathrooms are equipped with large baths and powerful showers.

Capital Restaurant is deemed one of UK's top city restaurants and serves classic British cooking with robust flavours.

On Friday, Saturday and Sunday lunchtimes, a variety of dishes are served from the elegant silver trolley - a popular British tradition. There is also an excellent wine list.

Afternoon tea is served daily in The Sitting Room between 15:00 and 17:30 (booking required).

For moments of relaxation you can head to The Capital Bar and enjoy the finest selection of cocktails and light meals. Room service is available 24 hours a day.

A haven for shoppers, Harrods and Harvey Nichols are just round the corner from The Capital. London's major attractions are also nearby, including Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, St James's, the lively West End and a number of museums. A varied choice of restaurants, cafès and bars can also be found in the surroundings.