The Capital Hotel, Apartments and Townhouse
Knightsbridge, London
Vibe
An intimate Victorian townhouse on quiet Basil Street, operating since 1971 with the discreet warmth of a private London residence.
“Culinary townhouse hideaway”
Continuous hospitality on Basil Street since 1971, anchoring Knightsbridge with its celebrated culinary pedigree.
Refurbished interiors feature Pre-Raphaelite color palettes, bespoke headboards, and detailing inspired by the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Victorian townhouse facades and an original wrap-around staircase preserved steps from historic Brompton Road.
On Basil Street behind Brompton Road, steps from Harrods and the Knightsbridge underground station.
Rooms
Interiors borrow rich palettes from Pre-Raphaelite paintings, featuring custom headboards shaped like the arched windows of nearby Harrods.
Backstory
Founded in 1971 by hotelier David Levin, the property pioneered London's boutique scene as an ambitious grand hotel in miniature.
Eat & drink
Chef Tom Brown oversees intimate British seafood tasting menus, while The Capital Bar pours rare spirits and serves afternoon tea.
The neighborhood
Tucked directly behind Brompton Road, the townhouses sit moments from Harrods, the boutiques of Sloane Street, and Hyde Park.
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