The Ampersand
Boutique luxury in South Ken inspired by the major local attractions like the Science Museum and Natural History Museum
Boutique Hotel inspired by its Neighborhood
This stylish five star boutique hotel is themed around its most famous neighbours from the rooms (Science, Astronomy etc) to afternoon tea (Science or Jurassic themed) to the French style drawing room (this part of South Kensington is heavy on French influence and residents). If you’re looking for atmospheric private rooms for an event this is your best pick in South Kensington.
What Makes The Ampersand unique?
- Two unique afternoon tea experiences: Jurassic Afternoon Tea at Apero and Science Afternoon Tea at French-inspired The Drawing Rooms
- Apero is also a Mediterranean themed restaurant with decent reviews and it has a bar
- Rooms are themed around nearby tourist attractions: birds, botany, music etc
- Several charming rooms appropriate for private events. The Games Room and The Library are both available for private events. The Wine Room seats up to ten for private events.
- Building dates back to 1888
- Artwork on each floor from Claire Brewster
- Very stylish black and white bathrooms
- Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Key things to know
- 111 rooms, four room types, five suites with small balconies
- #70 of 1145 hotels in London on Tripadvisor
- Small gym (must be pre-booked), no spa options, ping pong table
- Listed on Mr and Mrs Smith
- Open plan business centre
- Nespresso machines in suites
- Maelin and Goetz toiletries
- Pet friendly