Number Sixteen, Firmdale Hotels

5 Star Hotel

8.7

South Kensington, London

About Number Sixteen, Firmdale Hotels

Number Sixteen is a discreet Firmdale townhouse in South Kensington where Kit Kemp’s modern‑English interiors meet high ceilings and abundant natural light. Standout features: a tree‑filled private garden and a sunlit orangery serving refined afternoon tea.

Check-in

From 15:00

Check-out

Until 12:00

Breakfast

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Hotel Information

Full Address

16 Sumner Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 3EG, United Kingdom

Neighborhood

South Kensington

Guest Rating

8.7/10

Hotel Amenities & Features

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Wellness

Wellness treatments (massage, facial, hydrotherapy, etc.)

In-room massage and body treatments by Soholistic available to book (signature, deep tissue, reflexology, pregnancy massage, facials) with published service descriptions and prices; treatments can be delivered in the comfort of guest rooms.

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Dining

Casual restaurant / café

The Orangery at Number Sixteen: light, conservatory-style restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner in Kit Kemp's design-led setting overlooking the hotel's private garden.

Afternoon tea service

Traditional afternoon tea served daily in the Orangery and/or in the private garden (sample menus, tea blends and published pricing available on the hotel's afternoon tea menu).

Bar / lounge

Guest Drawing Room and Library include a stocked honesty bar/lounge area for drinks; public rooms and library function as social bar/lounge spaces.

Private dining room

The Orangery and private garden can be hired for weddings, private dinners, cocktail receptions and other private dining events (hotel provides hire/reservation details and event capacities).

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Unique Features

Art or curated design collection

Public rooms and the Orangery display personally selected artworks and Kit Kemp's signature design-led interiors; the hotel emphasises curated art and playful décor throughout its spaces.

Historical building / heritage architecture

Housed within a row of mid‑Victorian white stucco townhouses (classic London townhouse / Victorian terrace architecture) with period features retained across the property.

Prime location (landmark adjacent, riverfront, iconic neighbourhood)

Located in South Kensington (Sumner Place) a short walk from South Kensington Underground station and within easy walking distance of the Victoria & Albert Museum, Natural History Museum, Science Museum and Hyde Park.

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