88-room Firmdale property on a Knightsbridge townhouse row — Kit Kemp's design signature near Harrods and Hyde Park.
BrandFirmdale Hotels
DestinationLondon
RegionEurope
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingLuxurious hotel in a row of townhouses on a tree-lined street
Best ForDesign-led travelers who collect Kit Kemp properties, repeat London visitors seeking Knightsbridge location without grand-hotel scale, couples on milestone trips.
PrivacyHigh
ServicePersonalized service with attention to detail
ButlerLimited Service First Class
Private PoolNo
Built2002
Renovated2015
Knightsbridge Hotel opened in 2002 as part of Tim and Kit Kemp's Firmdale collection, occupying a row of townhouses on a tree-lined Knightsbridge street. The 88 rooms follow Kit Kemp's design language: bold patterns, mixed prints, layered textiles, contemporary art alongside antique furniture. The p
Key Features
Chic and stylish interiors designed by Kit Kemp
Personalized service
Exclusive location near Harrods and Hyde Park
In-house dining options with locally sourced ingredients
Private event spaces and meeting facilities
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Fitness center
Spa and wellness services
Dining
The Drawing Room and The Library offer an intimate setting for breakfast and afternoon tea.
Signature Experience
Afternoon tea in The Drawing Room — the Firmdale ritual executed in a townhouse setting with Kit Kemp's layered-textile interiors.
Kit Kemp's opinionated design voice executed at townhouse scale, on a quiet Knightsbridge street rather than a main thoroughfare. Forbes Five-Star recognition at smaller scale than the neighborhood's grand-hotel alternatives.
Signature Suite: Knightsbridge Suite
Size: 37 sq m, Bed: King-size bed, Bathroom: Granite and oak ensuite with a bath tub and separate walk-in shower, Decor: Designed by Kit Kemp with Rik Rak bath amenities
