The Adria London is a Victorian terraced house on Queen’s Gate converted into a 5-star hotel, with a butler service. It is a few minutes from the Natural History Museum. It is a good fit if you want personal attention and service that looks after the details.
Location and getting around
The address is 88-89 Queen’s Gate, SW7, in Kensington. The Natural History Museum is about a 5-minute walk away. According to the hotel, Hyde Park, Harrods and the museums on Exhibition Road are a short distance away.
Victoria and Paddington stations are about 40 minutes on foot; Marble Arch (2.6 km) and Buckingham Palace (2.7 km) are a little further. For the West End, take the Tube or a taxi.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms have:
- a marble bathroom with underfloor heating and a waterfall shower;
- an espresso machine;
- an iPod connection and a media hub.
A team of butlers looks after guests. There are five lounges; one of them, the garden lounge, has a retractable roof and serves afternoon tea, coffee or an after-dinner drink.
Breakfast includes pastries, eggs cooked to order, yoghurts and fresh fruit, as well as à la carte dishes.
Who it suits
- Ideal if you are spending your trip on the South Kensington museums.
- A good fit for couples who value personal attention.
- Handy if you like a relaxed breakfast and ordering something off the menu.
Good to know
There is no record of a gym or spa. Check-in starts at 15:00, with ID and a credit card, and check-out is at 12:00. As it is a Victorian house, ask about access if you have large suitcases. More places to stay in the 5-star category.