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Luxuriating at 11 Cadogan Gardens
One thing’s for sure; we’re royally spoilt for grandly luxurious hotel
experiences in the Royal Borough. Having covered some of the best
hotels in London for Kensington and Chelsea Review in the last 15 years,
it’s not a coincidence that some of our favourites are very much familiar,
local superstars. Re昀氀ecting back on all the brilliance on o昀昀er in our
neck of the woods, one hotel that always stands out as an incandescent
and indelible memory is the ever-impressive 11 Cadogan Gardens. A
boutique masterpiece and Relais & Châteaux’s 昀椀rst London property,
the property just of Sloane Street is a top choice no matter what the
criteria. It’s number one in terms of location, deserves a gold for its
F&B o昀昀erings and elicits a straight A* in luxury and service. Built by
Lord Chelsea in the late 19th century as part of the prestigious Cadogan
Estate, it’s dramatic opulence is instantly palpable, a direct legacy of it’s
beginnings as a private club for the upper classes. We went back to one
of our favourite haunts in SW3 to re-experience the ecstasy.
Having thoroughly loved Room 007 the last couple of times - the
Bondesque signature suite with it’s own private entrance - it was time to
dial a di昀昀erent gem from the 56 rooms and suites on o昀昀er. The privilege
was all ours to experience the regal space that is Suite 005. Complete
with red velvet touches adorning its lush ambience, the suite is a
testament to the hotel’s 昀椀rm commitment to pomp and luxury. From
the grandiose four-posted bed to the plush sofa and vintage cupboards,
the suite has a unique and distinct personality, something that is the
hallmark of suites at this property. The luxury and exoticism is further
enhanced by a marble bathroom that sports some gorgeous Noble Isle
toiletries and is conveniently recessed from the main space courtesy of a
cute mini-closet for towels and little indulgences.
Just a note to say that several of the 25 suites have private entrances
and there are one-bedroom Cadogan Suites in the lovely mews building
which overlooks Pavilion Road that are perfect for longer stays. The
gorgeous Sloane Suite that overlooks Cadogan Gardens and the lavish
Velasquez Suite 昀椀rmly represent the elegant style and decadent class of
11 Cadogan Gardens
Outside of the luscious living spaces, the hotel is alive and ready for
all manner of indulgences. Top of the o昀昀erings is culinary genius at
is Hans’ Bar & Grill restaurant - formerly an Italian restaurant – that
delivers on its promise of using the best British produce for breakfast,
brunch, lunch, and dinner. Named after Sir Hans Sloane, the Chelsea
physician who famously supplied the original recipe to Messrs Cadbury
no less, the menu, unsurprisingly, features chocolatey treats.
For amazing cocktails, head to The Chelsea Bar and savour its signature
specials like the “Cadogan Negroni” with Campari, Cognac XO, Apricot
Liqueur and Peychaud’s Bitters to the “Pickled Negroni” with Lustau
Sherry, Campari, and Pickled Grapefruit. The Terrace is a summer
haven to soak up the glorious sunshine whilst The Drawing Room o昀昀ers
an ultra-cosy setting to indulge in some afternoon tea. The Mirror Room
is a psychedelic con昀氀uence for in昀氀uencers which also doubles as a secret
entrance to two Cadogan suites whilst The Library is a zen-space with an
extensive collection of historic and antique books, some dating back to
the 19th century.
11 Cadogan Gardens is the perfect boutique hotel for the discerning KCR
reader. Each year in May, for Chelsea in Bloom, the property adorns its
red brick exterior in themed 昀氀oral displays and has previously won Gold
for their “Under The Sea” extravaganza, a design resplendent with corals
and ocean 昀氀oor treasures, unusual plant varieties and fresh cut 昀氀owers.
It’s a Gold as usual from Kensington and Chelsea Review for one of our
favourite hotels.
11cadogangardens.com Rooms from £350
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