Blakes is an impressive boutique hotel designed by Anoushka Hempel, set in two Victorian mansions in Kensington, located half a mile from the King's Road. The 48 lavish guestrooms are individually decorated in daring, dramatic colour schemes with sumptuous fabrics and unique furnishings. Modern amenities include Internet connections, televisions, CD players, telephones, hair dryers, minibars and safes.
After breakfast, guests can browse the complimentary newspapers in the lobby and relax in the ethnic and eclectic design of the hotel's communal areas, designed by Anouska Hempel and influenced by her travels in Italy, China, India and Egypt. Those on business can make use of the Chinese Room, which seats up to 36 people and offers business and catering services; any visitors arriving by car will also find pay parking on site. The hotel restaurant, Blake's Restaurant, serves a range of international dishes fusing Eastern and Western traditions, and guests can also enjoy drinks and specialty cocktails in the bar. Practical amenities include 24-hour room service, Internet access facilities, and tour assistance from the multilingual concierge at the 24-hour front desk. Those wishing to explore the area will find the Victoria & Albert Museum, Harrods, Royal Albert Hall and the Natural History Museum within half a mile of the hotel. Oxford Street and Piccadilly Circus are two miles away. London Heathrow Airport is 15 miles away and takes approximately 40 minutes to reach by car.
