3 bedroom penthouse with balcony

Hotel Description

So here’s the thing about this penthouse on Sloane Avenue – I wasn’t expecting much from the address alone, but honestly? This place completely caught me off guard. You walk into what’s basically a proper London apartment that just happens to be ridiculously well-located, and suddenly you’re questioning why anyone bothers with cramped hotel rooms anymore. The balcony isn’t huge, but it’s got this perfect view over the Chelsea rooftops, and if you time it right in the evening, the light hits everything just so. I mean, you’re literally a two-minute walk from Sloane Square tube station, which sounds convenient until you realize you probably won’t want to leave much anyway.

The three bedrooms are actually three proper bedrooms – not some weird configuration where someone’s sleeping in a glorified closet. Each one feels lived-in but polished, you know? Like someone’s cool aunt decorated the place and actually has taste. The kitchen is where this place really shines though, because you can actually cook here without feeling like you’re performing surgery in a shoebox. There’s this massive island that doubles as a dining table, and honestly, after a few days of London restaurant prices, you’ll appreciate being able to grab groceries from the Waitrose down on King’s Road (about a five-minute stroll, if you’re curious). The whole setup just works – it’s one of those rare places where the photos don’t lie, but they also don’t capture how the morning light fills up the living room or how quiet it gets at night despite being right in the heart of everything.

What really sold me on this place is how it sits in the neighborhood. You’re on this tree-lined stretch that feels almost residential, but step outside and you’ve got Harrods basically around the corner, Hyde Park when you need some green space, and all of South Kensington’s museums within easy walking distance. The building itself is classic London – red brick, well-maintained, the kind of place where the lift actually works and doesn’t sound like it’s going to give up halfway between floors. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward too, none of that awkward hotel lobby hovering while they find your reservation. The only minor thing I’d mention is that the street can get a bit busy during rush hour – nothing crazy, but you’ll hear the occasional bus if you’re a light sleeper. But honestly, for an 8.8 rating, this place delivers exactly what you’d hope for. It’s the kind of spot where you end up planning your next London trip before you’ve even checked out.

Rooms

• Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed and 1 double bed for 6 adults

Facilities