NUMBER SIXTEEN, FIRMDALE HOTELS, London

Number Sixteen has 41 individually styled rooms designed by Creative Director Kit Kemp. Each room is air-conditioned and includes a flat-screen satellite TV, with some offering French windows leading to a small balcony. The rooms use luxurious fabrics and furnishings with hints of bold colour, reflecting the hotel's contemporary design.

The hotel's private tree-filled garden and sunny Orangery provide a setting for dining and afternoon tea. Afternoon tea is served all day and can be taken in the garden, conservatory, drawing room, or library. Breakfast offers diverse options with local ingredients, and the honesty bar is available for drinks and snacks.

Number Sixteen is located in South Kensington, a 3-minute walk from South Kensington Underground Station on the Piccadilly, Circle, and District lines. The hotel is within walking distance of the Natural History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, and Science Museum. The surrounding area has numerous bars, shops, and restaurants.

The hotel offers 24-hour room service, concierge service, and a 24-hour front desk with currency exchange and luggage storage. Additional services include dry cleaning, laundry, babysitting, and packed lunches for guests on the go. The property has a lift, family rooms, and non-smoking rooms throughout.

Number Sixteen provides bespoke services for special events and gatherings, with individually styled rooms and communal spaces like the Drawing Room and Library. The hotel's intimate size and home-like feel make it suitable for celebrations. The Orangery garden can host afternoon tea or private dining events.

Rooms: 41 individually styled rooms by Kit Kemp

Dining: Private garden and Orangery for afternoon tea

Location: 3-minute walk to South Kensington tube station

Services: 24-hour room service and concierge

Nearby: Walking distance to three major museums