The Milestone Hotel and Residences
London, Westminster, United Kingdom · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits
To enjoy the best of London, you should be staying at its best hotel – The Milestone Hotel and Residences. This is London's quintessential luxury boutique hotel, a magnificent 19th-century architectural treasure centrally located in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Explore the best of London, all you have to do is step outside the door. There's Kensington to your left, Knightsbridge to your right, and Kensington Gardens directly ahead. The area around The Milestone Hotel and Residences is a playground for tourists, shoppers, and art lovers. There's history, music, science, London's most exclusive shopping, and plenty of open green space. Each guest room at The Milestone Hotel…
Discover old-world charm, beautiful furnishings, exquisite art, outstanding cuisine (including Afternoon Tea), and an experienced and passionate team at this elegant, historic hotel. In a wonderful location, The Milestone Hotel & Residences faces Kensington Palace and Gardens, close to Royal Albert Hall. The 43 rooms, 13 beautiful luxury suites, and six luxury two- and three-bedroom Residences each feature original artworks and antiques. Fine British dining and international dishes can be enjoyed in Cheneston's Restaurant or in the original chapel, The Oratory, while Stables Bar serves the famous Milestone Smoking Old Fashioned.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant and via in-room dining
- $100 USD equivalent Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Bookings in our Junior Suites or higher categories will also receive an additional $100 USD Food & Beverage credit (for a total of $200 USD during stay)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
Current offers
- Third Night Free — through 2026-12-31 · Stay longer and experience more with a complimentary night on suite stays of three nights or more. Valid for new bookings for stays from 1 August to 31 December 2026. Offer applies to suite categories only, is not combinable with other promotions, and is subject to availability. Blackout dates may apply. Virtuoso amenities included.
In the know
You must not miss the duo of Irish and Scottish salmon at Cheneston's Restaurant, carved right at the table. –Trish Mercer Columbus, Georgia
The property, in facts
| Where | 1 Kensington Court, London, Westminster, United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Category | City Hotel |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Hotel group | Red Carnation Hotel Collection |
| Rooms | 61 |
| Room types | 7 |
| Nearest airport | London Heathrow (LHR) · 14 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Sophisticated |
| Known for | City Life, Local Immersion, Wellness |
| Sustainability | EarthCheck |
Rooms and suites
- Master Suite — Each Master Suite is a spectacular one-off, an ornate adventure in five-star luxury. Two have overhead galleries; one features a walk-in wardrobe; another, a…
- Family Suite — The Family Suite: A luxurious family retreat in Kensington, thoughtfully designed for magical stays in the heart of London. Featuring a king bedroom with an…
- Junior Suite — The Park…Harlequin…Princess…Buckingham...Mistinguett – there's a Junior Suite to suit every occasion. Here, you can be decadently modern, unashamedly homely,…
- Superior Queen Room — A Superior Queen Room recalls the time when luxury and courtesy were a way of life for wealthy Londoners. This is a queen-bedded room filled with fine fabrics…
- Deluxe Twin or King Room — For more room and even more of the Milestone's opulent fabrics and furnishings, choose a Deluxe Twin or King Room. We've created space for a desk and a small…
- Deluxe Studio Room — A series of stunning decorative schemes such as Kensington Palace, Sir Henry Wood, Matisse and Margaret Rose bring each Deluxe Studio to life. Each has a…
In the room
Air Conditioning · Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Bathrobe · Butler Service · Coffee/Tea Maker · Complimentary Newspaper · Connecting Rooms · Fireplace · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Iron/Ironing Board · Mini Bar · Non-Smoking · Refrigerator · Safe · Sitting Area · Slippers · Turn Down Service · Voicemail · Wheelchair Accessible
What advisors say
100% of the 12 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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