COMO THE HALKIN, London

Como The Halkin - A Georgian townhouse hotel with wellness services and Belgravia dining near Hyde Park

Occupying a picturesque Georgian building in Belgravia, this 41-room London hotel blends classic architecture with contemporary Italian and East Asian design elements. Como The Halkin's rooms and suites span 27-506 ft^2, featuring marble bathrooms, working desks, and some with private balconies. The Halkin Bar serves all-day dining including tapas-inspired afternoon tea, while COMO Shambhala Kitchen offers nutrition-optimized dishes. A basement gym with natural lighting provides fitness options, and guests can access six treatment rooms and steam facilities at the sister property five minutes away. The Como's location places guests within a 5-minute walk of Hyde Park and near Knightsbridge shopping. Natural light floods the interiors through large dormer windows, while recent enhancements incorporate aquamarine, sand, russet and blue tones reflecting natural elements.

Pros

Private dining area features a distinctive wave-like ceiling containing 7000 glass spice receptacles

Complimentary access to V&A museum exhibitions including Africa Fashion

Georgian brick exterior matched with warm contemporary Italian interiors by Laboratorio Associati

Exceptional concierge service for navigating Knightsbridge attractions

Cons

Environment may be too quiet for families with young children

Limited on-site wellness facilities, requiring short walk to sister property for full spa services