Earl's Court London, United Kingdom
Renovated
2023
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
LockeBohemian aparthotel hangout
Potted palms, fringed velvet banquettes, and an intimate performance stage bring an eclectic, creative energy to the Victorian ground floor.
“opened in 2023 in South Kensington, the 121-room Ember Locke occupies a Victorian mansion block, with interiors that pair art deco silhouettes…”
What it’s good at
Notable
Interiors by Atelier Ochre channel 1960s Biba glamour with fringed banquettes and Art Deco arches.
Listed
An open co-working lounge, glass conservatory cocktail bar, and private garden host creative workshops and live performances.
Listed
Situated along Cromwell Road within easy walking distance of the Natural History Museum and the V&A.
What they say
Also in Wallpaper* and AFAR.
the glamorous aparthotel company that redefines its genre has delivered standout interiors, spread across eight floors on the historic Cromwell Road.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Earl's Court station is five minutes away on foot, with the Victoria and Albert Museum and Natural History Museum close by.
The rooms
Studios feature fully equipped Smeg kitchens, curved banquettes, and heavy claret curtains dividing the sleeping and living spaces.
The gym
A subterranean fitness studio holds cardio machines, free weights, and open floor space for yoga.
Dogs stay too.
EVE Restaurant & Conservatory Bar
Sourdough pizzas and Mediterranean dishes fill the glass conservatory dining room, beside a fringed, green-tiled cocktail bar.
At the table
Low marble tables and textured armchairs furnish the ground-floor lounge, where morning coffee gives way to evening drinks.
How it began
Opened in 2023, the Victorian mansion block was reimagined as serviced apartments paying homage to 1960s Biba and Kensington Roof Gardens.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.