Firmdale Hotels

Firmdale Hotels Discover our collection of 11 hotels in London & New York founded by British Interior Designer, Kit Kemp.

Firmdale Hotels was founded in London, in 1985 by husband and wife team, Tim and Kit Kemp, opening their first hotel, Dorset Square Hotel in Marylebone. Today, Firmdale has expanded to include 10 hotels and 2 private residences across London, New York and Barbados as well as restaurants, bars, spas, an online store and interior design firm. Each hotel has been meticulously designed by Kit, infusin

g playful, bright interiors and bespoke detailing, creating a fresh modern approach on traditional English style. Dorset Square Hotel in Marylebone opened in 1985, followed by Covent Garden Hotel in 1996, Charlotte Street Hotel and Number Sixteen in 2000 and Knightsbridge Hotel in 2002. The Soho Hotel was next in the collection to open in 2004, followed by Haymarket Hotel in 2007 and Ham Yard Hotel in 2014. Crosby Street Hotel was the first New York opening in 2009 followed by The Whitby Hotel in 2017.

Discover bedrooms where nature comes to life through joyful patterns, intricate embroidery and appliqué. Among these sch...
18/08/2026

Discover bedrooms where nature comes to life through joyful patterns, intricate embroidery and appliqué. Among these schemes, you’ll find one-of-a-kind creations by and some of her favourite textile artists and makers - each a creative reimagining of an English garden.

High above the streets of London and New York, our rooftop gardens are brimming with fruits, vegetables and fragrant her...
16/08/2026

High above the streets of London and New York, our rooftop gardens are brimming with fruits, vegetables and fragrant herbs. What we grow here finds its way into our kitchens, where each harvest helps shape what’s on the menu. Our favourite homegrown ingredients right now? Tomatoes, chillies and aubergines.

15/08/2026

When you think of Bloomsbury, you think of the Bloomsbury Group, and throughout the hotel, we pay homage to this bohemian circle of artists and writers. Step into the sumptuous Drawing Room and Library, where works of Duncan Grant and Vanessa Bell line the wall or sip on Oscar’s cocktail menu, where bright aperitifs and thoughtful nightcaps are inspired by the shared tables and late-night gatherings that defined the group in the early twentieth century.

14/08/2026

Our spectacular Richmond Suites at can be booked with up to three connecting bedrooms. Uniquely designed, each space comes together around a generous drawing room, layered with playful textiles by and curated artwork at every corner. A vintage collection of vinyl and record player sets the scene for shared moments in the heart of Soho.

Our Drawing Rooms invite a different experience with every visit. Settle into a cosy nook with a book and coffee, or gat...
12/08/2026

Our Drawing Rooms invite a different experience with every visit. Settle into a cosy nook with a book and coffee, or gather with friends and pour a drink from the honesty bar as the evening unfolds. Across our uniquely designed spaces, artwork, sculpture and considered details reveal something new at every turn, with inspiring details to discover wherever you choose to settle.

09/08/2026

A corner of London, entirely your own. Stay in one of our Residences and enjoy the privacy of an apartment with the energy of the city on your doorstep. This summer, make the most of your private terrace with our seasonal menu, from long lunches in the sunshine to laid-back evenings overlooking Soho.

08/08/2026

Afternoons are best spent with a traditional cream tea, complete with warm, freshly baked scones, homemade fruit preserves, and clotted cream. Enjoy this quintessential British ritual in our Drawing Room or Library, or enjoy it in the comfort of your suite. Pair with our bespoke Tall Trees tea, a blend of rooibos, black tea, coriander cloves and bergamot, or a glass of Champagne to complete your afternoon.

We’re celebrating the best of London summer with a season of exciting experiences across our hotels. From art-inspired c...
07/08/2026

We’re celebrating the best of London summer with a season of exciting experiences across our hotels. From art-inspired cocktails at Oscar Bar at to the return of Rosé on the Roof at , plus a creative book salon, art walk and wine dinner to look forward to next month, there’s something for everyone.

Swipe to discover what’s on this summer, and visit the link in our bio for more details.

A summer harvest worth celebrating. From the crunch of our tempura ricotta-stuffed courgette flower with bright datterin...
31/07/2026

A summer harvest worth celebrating. From the crunch of our tempura ricotta-stuffed courgette flower with bright datterini tomatoes to our roast rump of Cornish lamb, served with summer beans and minted hollandaise, our new menu showcases the season at its peak.

Join us at Brumus at for fresh, seasonal dining, and book your table via the link in our bio.

There is colour, and then there is colour as only Kit Kemp can imagine it. In Suite 804 at Warren Street Hotel, coral, t...
28/07/2026

There is colour, and then there is colour as only Kit Kemp can imagine it. In Suite 804 at Warren Street Hotel, coral, teal, chartreuse and sky blue unfold from room to room, layered with bespoke textiles, hand-selected artwork and playful details that reward a closer look. Step outside onto your private terrace and you'll find yet another side of the suite—a lush garden retreat with sweeping views across Tribeca and Lower Manhattan.

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