Blakes is an original boutique hotel located in south Kensington and Chelsea close to shopping streets like Fulham Road and King's Road. Behind its victorian façade you will discover unique interior design with many influences. They have succeed creating a very special atmosphere opposite to minimalism. Common spaces are lovely and richly decorated but rooms are the focus in this... More

We went to Blake's to celebrate our engagement. Right at the reception we felt the intimate and romantic atmosphere. When we entered the room we were amazed! Everything was stunning, and nothing like we had ever seen before. They thought of everything down to the smallest detail. The staff were very welcoming and took care of our every request. I'm... More

It's many years (10?) since we'd stayed at Blakes, so we approached again with some intrepidation - would it live up to our wonderful memories?? Zak in the reservations team did everything possible to make our booking experience truly easy and personal. He spent time and effort making sure we had the right room for our picky tastes (and to... More

I was compelled to review Blakes only because we have never encountered such a high standard in any hotel before and we have travelled extensively. I was fortunate that a friend recommended Blakes to me as it is located in a wonderful, tranquil area of South Kensington and yet minutes to the Museums, Harrods Knightsbridge, Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park.... More

Blakes Hotel in the Knightsbridge/Chelsea area has a lot of fun-quirky positives. The location is great to many walking points of interest and the area is full of decent dining possibilities. I can't say enough about the staff-they were all delightful and very interested in helping with making the visit perfect. The restaurant and bar were also friendly and served... More

I work in the travel industry and was totally taken by surprise with this wonderful hotel which I had never heard of previously. The only negative point I can make is that we never stumbled on it earlier....otherwise this would of been our first port of call. The staff are so pleasant and are willing to go the extra mile.... More

To be clear, I am reviewing this hotel in the category of 'boutique' which is how it describes itself. I have stayed in 11 or 12 Mr and Mrs Smith hotels and this was the one was unfortunately a significant disappointment in it's class The good: Staff were pleasant although by no means anything above averagely good at their jobs... More

Beautiful boutique hotel with elegant yet cosy athmosohere. Personal, clean and Amazingly planned rooms. Really friendly and well informed staff and amazing food. Great for both business or a romantic weekend! I just wish we could have stayed for longer!

Many steps beyond . . .a recommendation from a long term Blakes Hotel international customer & avid business and leisure traveller. Location BEYOND location. Service BEYOND expectation. Accommodation BEYOND unforgettable. Food BEYOND imaginable. Staff BEYOND charming. FIVE STARS LOCATION: Nestled on a corner tucked tightly in an upscale Chelsea neighbourhood, Blakes Hotel is every bit of a surprise as one... More