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Blakes was created in 1978 as one of the world's first luxury boutique hotels. Based in South Kensington, it is famous for its design, service and privacy. Recognized for the dark colour of the facade, it occupies a group of Victorian ...read moreHouses, the main ones being the Blakes and Benzies.Blakes is a seductive design journey through India, China, Indonesia, Thailand, Cambodia and on to the Pyramids, back through Italy ending up in the heart of London. An elegant, eclectic, ethnic picture reflected in the abundance and luxury of accessories, furniture and artefacts found all over the world by Anouska Hempel herself over the many years of her far flung travels. It evokes past and current intrigues and dark mysteries.The ‘Opium Den’ that is The Chinese Room, sits next to the critically acclaimed restaurant adorned in luxurious soft furnishings and a myriad of slipper orchids where candles and books are in profusion, stacked high on the squat tables waiting for guests to leaf through their exotic pages. Chinese ancestors smile knowingly down from the walls, black lacquer trays and colourful canapés gives the perfect background for the gentle and elegant service that glides unobtrusively from room to room giving the most discreet attention one could ever wish for. Yet at the same time the place is busy, bustling, bohemian and beautiful. The room itself is the epitome of decadence and comfort dedicated to the likes of Chanel and Dietrich, and is the place to be before or after enjoying the delights of an evening in London. Marlene herself is rumoured to appear under certain lights and influences leaning seductively on the piano.The bar is also hugely popular with London’s fashionable ‘it’ crowd who regularly pop in for a sharpener! The restaurant walls are exotically layered with fans, made from the feathers of rare birds from exotic climes such as Brazil and the Ecuadorian rainforests. Tables are adorned with the finest appointments however nothing can overshadow the cuisine which like the décor draws its inspiration from all corners of the globe. As you gallop up the stairs three at a time you may find yourself in the La Carmona suite, with Japanese Shuijo Horses corralled over your head and at the foot of your bed. Ginger Louis Vuitton trunks sit around retired for the moment from globetrotting.Blakes rooms are dramatic interpretations of deep, rich tones and subtle contrasts and the compositions are startling, luxurious and operatic. What might have easily slipped into being ‘over the top’ is somehow neither too saccharine nor too precious. Rather, these interiors are fascinating exercises in design imagination, choreographed by the masterly eye of Anouska Hempel herself.With a top class concierge and room service running day and night, your every last wish is their command. With nonsense and happiness around the clock Blakes is a romantic whirlwind from the minute you step through the door. So full of fantasy and so full of fun you are guaranteed to have a great time!Around each corner there is a surprise and the chance to discover more of the mystery and magic that has been created here. If the term ‘Design Hotel’ means attention to detail and the entire aesthetic experience then Blakes London veritably deserves that title. Hempel’s motto: Design, Refine, Repeat, on an individual level.
Extérieur
Le « Royal Borough » de Kensington et Chelsea est un des quartiers résidentiels les plus recherchés de la capitale. C’est ici que se situe Kensington Palace, l’ancienne demeure de la regrettée Diana, Princesse de Galles.Cette partie de Londres abrite de nombreux quartiers commerçants prisés : découvrez l’animation de King’s Road, High Street Kensington et l’élégance de Knightsbridge, où se trouve le fameux grand magasin Harrods.Vous pouvez également visiter plusieurs musées réputés dans le monde entier, comme le muséum d’Histoire naturelle, le Victoria & Albert Museum et le musée des Sciences.Le quartier de Notting Hill, où prend place l’action du film « Coup de foudre à Notting Hill », est accessible à quelques pas. Il accueille l’un des plus grands festivals de rue d’Europe, le carnaval de Notting Hill.
Chambres
Belle conception, élégant et romantique, Anouska Hempel créés individuellement chaque pièce séparément en centrant son attention au détail plus de chambres immaculées reconstruction détaillée de fournir la combinaison idéale de la couleur, la texture et l'atmosphère.Les couleurs sont audacieuse, belle et spectaculaire, tous conçus avec une vivacité d'esprit, passion pour le Voyage et la vie, comme il se doit romantique et excitante. Black et la moutarde, riche rouges cardinal, lavande, vanille, rose thé et une salle qui est en blanc sur blanc sur blanc, offrant style et élégance pour le voyageur éclairé. Pour les clients qui attendent de leurs rêves en réalité, ne peut accepter l'ordinaire, Anouska Hempel a créé un monde d'excellence dans chaque chambre.
Restaurant
Blakes Restaurant, situé dans la splendeur de métro grouillant de vie du petit déjeuner au dîner, sert une cuisine inspirée de tous les coins du globe, un savant mélange entre Orient et Occident, toutes élégamment présentés avec goût. Le design du restaurant est intemporel, élégant et exotique, qui sert une cuisine exquise dans un cadre agréable, où les murs sont disposés en couches avec des objets exotiques de lieux exotiques et des tableaux qui sont ornés avec les meilleures précautions.
