London, United KingdomSoho
Kettner's
Decadent Soho landmark
Soho London, United Kingdom
Renovated
2018
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Heritage SocialOutside the door
Decadent Soho landmark
Restored Georgian townhouses pair 1920s mosaic floors and ornate plasterwork with plush velvet seating, creating a seductive hideaway in the heart of Soho.
“The fin de siècle mood hits its groove especially in the bedrooms, which are wrapped in hand-painted wallpaper and William Morris prints…”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Fin-de-siècle French boudoir bedrooms dressed in hand-painted William Morris wallpaper, crystal chandeliers, and restored Georgian fireplaces.
Remarkable
Interconnected Grade II-listed Georgian townhouses housing an 1867 French dining establishment frequented by Oscar Wilde.
Notable
A circular marble champagne bar and intimate piano lounge hosting evening DJ sets and live music.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Wallpaper*.
With so rich a heritage it’s perhaps not a great surprise that Kettner’s features rather more in the way of antique atmosphere and historical detail…
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set on Romilly Street, the townhouses place West End theatres, iconic drinking dens, and the late-night pulse of Soho at your doorstep.
The rooms
French boudoir bedrooms feature hand-painted William Morris wallpaper, scalloped velvet headboards, antique vanities, and original timber floors.
Kettner's Restaurant
Mirrored walls and curved velvet booths line the ground-floor bistro, where menus focus on traditional French classics.
At the table
Guests gather at the circular marble Champagne Bar for cocktails, flights, and evening DJ sets.
How it began
Founded in 1867 by Napoleon III's former chef Auguste Kettner, this historic address once hosted Oscar Wilde and royal rendezvous.
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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.