London, United KingdomSouth Kensington
The Bailey’s Hotel London
Stately Victorian townhouse
South Kensington London, United Kingdom
Renovated
2016
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Design ClassicOutside the door
Stately Victorian townhouse
A soaring five-storey spiral staircase anchors this Victorian townhouse, where afternoon tea and cocktails are served beneath stained-glass windows.
What it’s good at
Notable
An 1876 Grade II listed Victorian red-brick townhouse centered on an original five-storey spiral staircase.
Listed
Guestrooms styled across five floors celebrating British themes from Kew to Henley with tailored fabrics.
Listed
Operating since 1876 in South Kensington, hosting daily afternoon tea and signature cream liqueur cocktails.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Directly opposite Gloucester Road station, the hotel puts South Kensington museums, Hyde Park, and Knightsbridge shops within walking distance.
The rooms
Rooms pair high Victorian ceilings with tailored fabrics and brass fixtures, styled around British motifs from Kew to Henley.
The gym
- Gym
- On-site fitness room and gym.
Bailey's Bar & Afternoon Tea
A carved fireplace and velvet banquettes fill the wood-paneled lounge, where afternoon tea gives way to evening cocktails.
At the table
Crystal chandeliers hang over the dining room, where menus range from Singaporean laksa to regional Indian curries.
How it began
Opened in 1876, the hotel famously inspired the creators of Baileys Irish Cream to name their liqueur after its facade.
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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.