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The Ampersand Hotel

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10 Harrington Road
Rated 8.9 in 2486 reviews

The Ampersand Hotel is a distinctively elegant and contemporary hotel situated in the heart of South Kensington, London. Its strategic location places it just a stone’s throw away from some of London's most significant cultural attractions, including the Natural History Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Royal Albert Hall. The hotel seamlessly blends its historical Victorian architecture with modern design elements, offering guests a unique and stylish retreat.

The interior of The Ampersand Hotel is inspired by the local neighborhood, with thematic touches drawn from astronomy, music, ornithology, botany, and geometry. These themes are subtly woven into the decor, creating a whimsical yet sophisticated atmosphere that captures the curiosity and intellectual spirit associated with this part of London. The rooms and suites are thoughtfully designed with contemporary furnishings, vibrant colors, and luxurious amenities that ensure a comfortable stay.

Dining at The Ampersand Hotel is a delightful experience with its in-house restaurant offering a menu featuring modern European dishes. There is also an elegantly designed drawing room where guests can enjoy a quintessentially British afternoon tea. For those looking to maintain their fitness regimen while traveling, the hotel offers a well-equipped gym.

Staff at The Ampersand Hotel are known for their professionalism and attention to detail, always striving to provide excellent service to ensure that guests' needs are met. Its central location in one of London's most refined areas, combined with its stylish and comfortable accommodations, makes The Ampersand Hotel a perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Climate and Weather

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Michelin Restaurants in London and near The Ampersand Hotel

Natural History Museum
Natural History Museum
Museum in London, England, UK
200m / 220yd
Victoria and Albert Museum
Victoria and Albert Museum
Museum in London, England, United Kingdom
240m / 270yd
Royal Albert Hall
Royal Albert Hall
Concert hall in South Kensington, London, England, United Kingdom
0.7km / 0.45mi
Hyde Park
Hyde Park
Royal Park in London, England, UK
0.9km / 0.53mi
Harrods
Harrods
British department store
1km / 0.59mi
Kensington Gardens
Kensington Gardens
Park in London, England, UK
0.8km / 0.52mi
Science Museum
Science Museum
Science museum in London, United Kingdom
320m / 350yd
Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace
Royal residence set in Kensington Gardens, London, England, UK
1.4km / 0.9mi
Earl's Court tube station
Earl's Court tube station
London Underground station
1.2km / 0.77mi
Holland Park
Holland Park
District of London
1.7km / 1.1mi
Brompton Cemetery
Brompton Cemetery
Cemetery near Earl's Court in South West London, England, UK
1.4km / 0.84mi
Battersea Park
Battersea Park
Park in the Borough of Wandsworth, London, England, UK
1.6km / 0.97mi
Design Museum
Design Museum
Art museum in London, England, United Kingdom
1.8km / 1.1mi
Albert Memorial
Albert Memorial
Memorial to Prince Albert in Kensington Gardens, London
0.9km / 0.55mi
Apsley House
Apsley House
London townhouse of the Dukes of Wellington
1.9km / 1.2mi
Wellington Arch
Wellington Arch
Triumphal arch in London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Royal Hospital Chelsea
Royal Hospital Chelsea
Retirement home and nursing home for British soldiers, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London, England, UK
1.3km / 0.84mi
Royal Artillery Memorial
Royal Artillery Memorial
War memorial on Hyde Park Corner, London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Wellington Monument
Wellington Monument
Sculpture in London by Richard Westmacott
1.9km / 1.2mi
Statue of Simón Bolívar
Statue of Simón Bolívar
Sculpture in Belgravia, London, by Hugo Daini
1.7km / 1.1mi
Rush of Green
Rush of Green
Sculpture by Jacob Epstein
1.3km / 0.8mi
Hyde Park Holocaust memorial
Hyde Park Holocaust memorial
Holocaust memorial in Hyde Park, London, UK
1.6km / 1mi
Statue of Thomas Carlyle
Statue of Thomas Carlyle
Statue in London
1.3km / 0.8mi
Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain
Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain
Fountain in Hyde Park, London
1.2km / 0.72mi
Statue of Queen Victoria
Statue of Queen Victoria
Statue outside Kensington Palace, London
1.4km / 0.9mi
The Arch
The Arch
Sculpture by Henry Moore (LH 503c, Kensington Gardens, London)
1.5km / 0.94mi
Physical Energy
Physical Energy
Sculpture by George Frederic Watts
1.4km / 0.88mi
Polish Institute and Sikorski Museum
Polish Institute and Sikorski Museum
Learned society in London UK
0.8km / 0.5mi
Memorial to the Great Exhibition
Memorial to the Great Exhibition
Monument in London commemorating the Great Exhibition of 1851
0.7km / 0.44mi
National Army Museum
National Army Museum
Museum in London, England, United Kingdom
1.3km / 0.83mi
Belgrave Square
Belgrave Square
Square in London, England, UK
1.5km / 0.96mi
Machine Gun Corps Memorial
Machine Gun Corps Memorial
Memorial in Hyde Park Corner, London
2km / 1.2mi
Cavalry of the Empire Memorial
Cavalry of the Empire Memorial
War memorial in Hyde Park, London
1.8km / 1.1mi
Chelsea Physic Garden
Chelsea Physic Garden
Botanical garden in London
1.3km / 0.84mi
Dormition Cathedral
Dormition Cathedral
Russian Orthodox cathedral in London
0.8km / 0.51mi
Brompton Oratory
Brompton Oratory
Church in London, England, UK
0.5km / 0.31mi
Eaton Square
Eaton Square
Residential garden square in London's Belgravia district
1.5km / 0.9mi
Leighton House Museum
Leighton House Museum
Museum in London, United Kingdom
2km / 1.2mi
Statue of Edward Jenner
Statue of Edward Jenner
Statue in Kensington Gardens, London
1.8km / 1.1mi
Statue of José de San Martín
Statue of José de San Martín
Statue in Belgrave Square, London
1.7km / 1mi
Statue of William III
Statue of William III
Statue in Kensington Gardens, London, England, UK
1.4km / 0.89mi
Elfin Oak
Elfin Oak
Public artwork; carved treestump
1.8km / 1.1mi
Our Lady of Victories
Our Lady of Victories
Roman Catholic church in Kensington, London
1.6km / 0.98mi
St Mary Abbots, Kensington
St Mary Abbots, Kensington
Church in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, UK
1.4km / 0.87mi
Church of Our Lady of Dolours
Church in Chelsea, London, UK
1.2km / 0.75mi

What to do in London and near The Ampersand Hotel

Natural History Museum
Natural History Museum
Museum in London, England, UK
200m / 220yd
Victoria and Albert Museum
Victoria and Albert Museum
Museum in London, England, United Kingdom
240m / 270yd
Royal Albert Hall
Royal Albert Hall
Concert hall in South Kensington, London, England, United Kingdom
0.7km / 0.45mi
Hyde Park
Hyde Park
Royal Park in London, England, UK
0.9km / 0.53mi
Harrods
Harrods
British department store
1km / 0.59mi
Kensington Gardens
Kensington Gardens
Park in London, England, UK
0.8km / 0.52mi
Science Museum
Science Museum
Science museum in London, United Kingdom
320m / 350yd
Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace
Royal residence set in Kensington Gardens, London, England, UK
1.4km / 0.9mi
Earl's Court tube station
Earl's Court tube station
London Underground station
1.2km / 0.77mi
Holland Park
Holland Park
District of London
1.7km / 1.1mi
Brompton Cemetery
Brompton Cemetery
Cemetery near Earl's Court in South West London, England, UK
1.4km / 0.84mi
Battersea Park
Battersea Park
Park in the Borough of Wandsworth, London, England, UK
1.6km / 0.97mi
Design Museum
Design Museum
Art museum in London, England, United Kingdom
1.8km / 1.1mi
Albert Memorial
Albert Memorial
Memorial to Prince Albert in Kensington Gardens, London
0.9km / 0.55mi
Apsley House
Apsley House
London townhouse of the Dukes of Wellington
1.9km / 1.2mi
Wellington Arch
Wellington Arch
Triumphal arch in London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Royal Hospital Chelsea
Royal Hospital Chelsea
Retirement home and nursing home for British soldiers, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London, England, UK
1.3km / 0.84mi
Royal Artillery Memorial
Royal Artillery Memorial
War memorial on Hyde Park Corner, London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Wellington Monument
Wellington Monument
Sculpture in London by Richard Westmacott
1.9km / 1.2mi
Statue of Simón Bolívar
Statue of Simón Bolívar
Sculpture in Belgravia, London, by Hugo Daini
1.7km / 1.1mi
Rush of Green
Rush of Green
Sculpture by Jacob Epstein
1.3km / 0.8mi
Hyde Park Holocaust memorial
Hyde Park Holocaust memorial
Holocaust memorial in Hyde Park, London, UK
1.6km / 1mi
Statue of Thomas Carlyle
Statue of Thomas Carlyle
Statue in London
1.3km / 0.8mi
Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain
Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain
Fountain in Hyde Park, London
1.2km / 0.72mi
Statue of Queen Victoria
Statue of Queen Victoria
Statue outside Kensington Palace, London
1.4km / 0.9mi
The Arch
The Arch
Sculpture by Henry Moore (LH 503c, Kensington Gardens, London)
1.5km / 0.94mi
Physical Energy
Physical Energy
Sculpture by George Frederic Watts
1.4km / 0.88mi
Polish Institute and Sikorski Museum
Polish Institute and Sikorski Museum
Learned society in London UK
0.8km / 0.5mi
Memorial to the Great Exhibition
Memorial to the Great Exhibition
Monument in London commemorating the Great Exhibition of 1851
0.7km / 0.44mi
National Army Museum
National Army Museum
Museum in London, England, United Kingdom
1.3km / 0.83mi

About London

London offers a rich tapestry of experiences that cater to a variety of interests. For those interested in history, a visit to the British Museum is essential. This institution houses a vast collection of art and antiquities from around the world, allowing visitors to explore human history through its artifacts.

Another significant historical site is the Tower of London, where you can learn about its storied past, view the Crown Jewels, and understand its role in British history. Nearby, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben provide an iconic glimpse into the country’s political life, and guided tours are available to deepen your understanding.

For art enthusiasts, the National Gallery and the Tate Modern offer impressive collections of classic and contemporary works, respectively. The Victoria and Albert Museum is also worth a visit, showcasing a diverse range of decorative arts and design.

If you prefer outdoor spaces, Hyde Park is one of London’s largest green spaces, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a picnic. The Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew provide a more specialized botanical experience with its stunning plant collections and beautiful landscapes.

Shopping can be experienced in various forms, from the luxury boutiques of Bond Street to the vibrant markets of Camden and Portobello Road, each offering unique finds and local culture.

The culinary scene in London is diverse, with options ranging from traditional British fare to international cuisine. Exploring the Borough Market provides an opportunity to taste local produce and artisanal foods, while numerous restaurants across the city cater to every palate.

The vibrant neighborhoods of Soho, Covent Garden, and Shoreditch offer a mix of shops, entertainment, and nightlife, making them popular spots for both locals and visitors. The West End is renowned for its theatre productions, where one can enjoy a variety of performances, from classic plays to modern musicals.

Lastly, taking a stroll along the Thames River provides not only picturesque views but also a chance to discover landmarks such as the London Eye and Shakespeare’s Globe, enhancing the experience of this historic city. Each of these activities contributes to a well-rounded visit, reflecting the diverse culture and history of London.




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