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.

04/06/2026

Last night, The Orangery at Number Sixteen Hotel was filled with conversation, creativity, and a shared appreciation for the beauty of flowers as we welcomed author and garden designer Sean Anthony Pritchard to celebrate the launch of his latest book, Atmosfloric. Joined by fellow garden designer Butter Wakefield, Sean explored the poetry of colour in both the garden and the home, reflecting on the tints, tones, and textures that shape our experience of outdoor spaces and the emotions they evoke.

There’s something particularly special about Knightsbridge in the summer months. Unhurried afternoons spent exploring wo...
04/06/2026

There’s something particularly special about Knightsbridge in the summer months. Unhurried afternoons spent exploring world-class museums, leisurely strolls through charming cobbled mews and Harrods just around the corner. Wander through Hyde Park and along The Serpentine before settling down for a picnic in the sunshine. Take in a show at the one and only Royal Albert Hall. Ours is a neighbourhood that feels quintessentially London, starting on our doorstep at .

02/06/2026

We’re delighted to share that five of our hotels have been named in ’s newly launched Triple Crown Collection.

, , , and have each earned the rare distinction of appearing on CNT’s Hot List, Gold List, and Readers’ Choice Awards.

With warmest thanks to the teams at Condé Nast Traveler and to our treasured guests for their continued support and recognition. Most of all, we’re thrilled to celebrate this incredible achievement with our wonderful teams, whose passion and dedication make moments like this possible.

01/06/2026

We are delighted to have four hotels listed in 's newly launched Triple Crown Collection. and have each appeared on CNT's Hot List, the Gold List and the Readers' Choice Awards. With warmest thanks to the teams at Condé Nast and our treasured guests for this recognition of endurance & excellence in the hospitality industry, we could not be more thrilled to give our teams a reason to celebrate.

Suite scenes from a day at Warren Street Hotel, from the first morning coffee to the final nightcap on the terrace.
29/05/2026

Suite scenes from a day at Warren Street Hotel, from the first morning coffee to the final nightcap on the terrace.

Perfectly positioned in Marylebone, places some of London’s loveliest corners on your doorstep. Take an early morning w...
28/05/2026

Perfectly positioned in Marylebone, places some of London’s loveliest corners on your doorstep. Take an early morning walk through Regent's Park where highlights include Queen Mary's Rose Garden in full bloom and - particularly at this time of year - it’s many miniature residents, including this adorable brood of goslings. Spend afternoons browsing the shops and restaurants of Marylebone High Street and explore the treasures of The Wallace Collection.

27/05/2026

Make a weekend day of it with brunch and our latest Film Club screening.

From recent releases to award-winning favourites, there’s something for every kind of film lover. Choose a dish from our brunch menu - such as our crumpet with native lobster, poached hen’s egg and potted hollandaise sauce or Tiramisu French toast – and enjoy a hot drink and your choice of cocktail or smoothie before settling down with popcorn for the film.

Perfectly positioned in Marylebone, places some of London’s loveliest corners on your doorstep. Take an early morning w...
27/05/2026

Perfectly positioned in Marylebone, places some of London’s loveliest corners on your doorstep. Take an early morning walk through Regent’s Park where highlights include Queen Mary’s Rose Garden in full bloom and - particularly at this time of year - it’s many miniature residents, including this adorable brood of goslings. Spend afternoons browsing the shops and restaurants of Marylebone High Street and explore the treasures of The Wallace Collection.

Al fresco season starts with cocktails on 's terrace, sipping on one of South Kensington’s most beautiful streets.
26/05/2026

Al fresco season starts with cocktails on 's terrace, sipping on one of South Kensington’s most beautiful streets.

Pictured: the Bank Holiday art of not leaving your suite before noon at .
25/05/2026

Pictured: the Bank Holiday art of not leaving your suite before noon at .

What a gloriously flower-filled week it’s been as London fully embraced bloom season. From a special preview of ’s limit...
24/05/2026

What a gloriously flower-filled week it’s been as London fully embraced bloom season. From a special preview of ’s limited-edition floral afternoon tea in our leafy private garden, to another spectacular year at Chelsea Flower Show and the wonderfully “out of this world” neighbourhood displays by Chelsea in Bloom - the celebrations have been in full flourish.

And the good news? We’re not done just yet. Our Chelsea Flower Show afternoon tea will be served through May 28th, while garden designer .anthony.pritchard’s charming English garden planters outside the hotel are here to stay. We've released an additional few seats for our popular evening event with Sean in conversation with Butter Wakefield on Wednesday, 3rd June. For more details, please visit the link in bio.

📸 of Chelsea Flower Show by

Long weekends are for indulging at , with spring specials of pistachio tiramisu and early strawberries and a zingy lemon...
23/05/2026

Long weekends are for indulging at , with spring specials of pistachio tiramisu and early strawberries and a zingy lemon tart with crème fraîche.

Equally suited to breakfast orders and cocktail hours, the outdoor terrace of our Garden Suite makes a compelling case ...
22/05/2026

Equally suited to breakfast orders and cocktail hours, the outdoor terrace of our Garden Suite makes a compelling case for staying put as summer approaches.

Haymarket Hotel is opening its doors for a one-night-only Midsummer Art Walk led by the brilliant - ' Art Ambassador an...
22/05/2026

Haymarket Hotel is opening its doors for a one-night-only Midsummer Art Walk led by the brilliant - ' Art Ambassador and Design Director - to mark our ongoing partnership with .

Begin with a cocktail and guided wander through ’s contemporary art collection, discovering works from Sir Tony Cragg RA, Sandra Blow RA, John Virtue and many more. Then it’s off to Treasure House Fair at the historic , a gathering of more than 70 of the world’s leading galleries and dealers. As the sun sets on one of the longest evenings of the year, enjoy a three-course dinner at Brumus Brasserie, popping up at the fair for the occasion.

Keen for even more? Turn your evening into an “Adventures in Art” escape with an overnight stay at Haymarket Hotel with breakfast and an intimate guided tour of the before the doors open to the public the following morning. All details to book available here:
https://www.firmdalehotels.com/whats-on/summer-art-walk-in-london-with-willow-kemp

Haymarket Hotel is opening its doors for a one-night-only Midsummer Art Walk led by the brilliant - ' Art Ambassador an...
21/05/2026

Haymarket Hotel is opening its doors for a one-night-only Midsummer Art Walk led by the brilliant - ' Art Ambassador and Design Director - to mark our ongoing partnership with .

Begin with a cocktail and guided wander through ’s contemporary art collection, discovering works from Sir Tony Cragg RA, Sandra Blow RA, John Virtue and many more. Then it’s off to Treasure House Fair at the historic , a gathering of more than 70 of the world’s leading galleries and dealers. As the sun sets on one of the longest evenings of the year, enjoy a three-course dinner at Brumus Brasserie, popping up at the fair for the occasion.

Keen for even more? Turn your evening into an “Adventures in Art” escape with an overnight stay at Haymarket Hotel with breakfast and an intimate guided tour of the before the doors open to the public the following morning.

All details to book: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/whats-on/summer-art-walk-in-london-with-willow-kemp

Quite possibly the best kept secret in Soho, is home to an original 1950s bowling alley imported from Texas. The Croc i...
19/05/2026

Quite possibly the best kept secret in Soho, is home to an original 1950s bowling alley imported from Texas. The Croc is one of our favourite events spaces, complete with vintage shoes and back lit bowling balls, a lounge, dance floor and bar. If the mood "strikes" you for a game, book our lanes for an hour for £35 a person, with two sliders, fries & a drink included. Available each day from 10am-4pm.

This May, step into the spring season with us - from Chelsea Flower Show celebrations at to alfresco dining at and , p...
08/05/2026

This May, step into the spring season with us - from Chelsea Flower Show celebrations at to alfresco dining at and , plus a series of exciting events, including book salons with and .

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06/05/2026

Afternoon Cheese at has officially arrived and we could not be more excited about this savoury spin on a storied tradition.

In a delicious collaboration with our neighbours at - purveyors of Britain’s most coveted cheeses - our chefs have created éclairs with pickled walnuts and chives, Ragstone and caramelised onion macarons, ’s Baron Bigod on malt and prune loaf, Lincolnshire tarts and Cheddar Welsh rarebit doughnuts.

You’ll also find scones with goat’s curd, caramelised onion jam and chive oil as well as Ricotta cheesecake with poached rhubarb. It’s a celebration of Covent Garden camaraderie, paired perfectly with a glass (or two) of Kent’s finest wines from .

Available to book now through the link in profile.

In the vibrant heart of Fitzrovia, our light-filled Dora Carrington at doubles as a private dining room for Oscar Resta...
27/04/2026

In the vibrant heart of Fitzrovia, our light-filled Dora Carrington at doubles as a private dining room for Oscar Restaurant. Doors open directly onto Charlotte Street and a hand-painted mural by brings colour and charm to business dinners and family celebrations.

Stroll through the cobbled streets of Tribeca, where old and new architecture meet playfully and the Hudson River beckon...
26/04/2026

Stroll through the cobbled streets of Tribeca, where old and new architecture meet playfully and the Hudson River beckons. 's powder-blue facade welcomes you back home.

Scenes from our favourite perch on Monmouth Street: warm weather dishes in time for spring at Brasserie Max.
25/04/2026

Scenes from our favourite perch on Monmouth Street: warm weather dishes in time for spring at Brasserie Max.

24/04/2026

Extended sunshine is on the horizon and we've embraced it with the return of our beloved courtyard. During a tube strike week that requires a little flexibility, we’re inviting you to linger over our new spring menus instead. Lunches become longer, evenings begin earlier, cocktails feel like a necessity, and nightcaps are irresistible. We can't wait to welcome you for another al fresco season tucked between Soho and Mayfair.

Al fresco dining is in full swing as warmer, longer afternoons return. Enjoy the lively spirit of London’s West End when...
23/04/2026

Al fresco dining is in full swing as warmer, longer afternoons return. Enjoy the lively spirit of London’s West End when dining at Brumus Restaurant at , with views of the iconic His Majesty's Theatre. Our seasonal spring menu highlights the best of seafood, including our signature baked scallops with bacon and herb butter.

A study of a colourful spring staycation: offers a destination of its own in charming Fitzrovia.
22/04/2026

A study of a colourful spring staycation: offers a destination of its own in charming Fitzrovia.

Step inside the newly designed Summer Room at . Verdant green walls, appliqué blooms and elegant Regency windows frame v...
20/04/2026

Step inside the newly designed Summer Room at . Verdant green walls, appliqué blooms and elegant Regency windows frame views of Dorset Square gardens. It is a space that feels fresh and infused with the warmth of summer, perfect for a stay in the heart of Marylebone.

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