Number Sixteen, Firmdale Hotels

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9 (387 reviews)
16 Sumner Place , London , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Fantastic breakfast
Clean and well-designed
Good location
Cons:
Compact room size

Categories

Cleanliness
9.14
Well designed and clean. The hotel is always immaculate.
Service
9.11
Best service encountered in a hotel. Staff are professional and kind.
Location
9.15
Good location close to museums and shopping.
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms are comfortable; some may find them compact.
Amenities
9.13
Excellent breakfast and artistic interior.
Value for Money
8.59
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.14
Breakfast is fabulous and food quality is excellent.
Overall Experience
9.11
A magical place with special ambiance.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 19:46

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Private Garden
Number Sixteen in South Kensington offers glamorous rooms with 24-hour room service, minibars, and iPod docking stations. Each room showcases contemporary design with luxurious fabrics and bold colors, along with air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms even have French windows leading to a balcony.

Afternoon Tea and Multiple Relaxation Areas
Indulge in all-day afternoon tea served in the garden, conservatory, drawing room, or library. Unwind in the various public rooms available for guests to relax in after exploring London.

Convenient Location with Easy Underground Access
With South Kensington Underground Station just a 3-minute walk away, enjoy quick access to bars, shops, and restaurants. The hotel's location on multiple Underground lines makes exploring the city a breeze.

Ready to experience luxury and convenience at Number Sixteen? Book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note that extra beds and cots can only be accommodated in the Deluxe Double Room and the Deluxe King Room.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for £60 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 387 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.14
Service: 9.11
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 9.13
Value for Money: 8.59
Food and Beverage: 9.14
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Dominique • couple • fr
8
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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esther • couple • ch
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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holly • couple • ie
1
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Isabella • couple • it
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
10
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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vp65 • Couples • Zug
10
A perfect London long weekend
Pros:

We spent a wonderful long weekend in London at Number Sixteen, and it exceeded our expectations. The hotel enjoys an excellent location, just steps from the South Kensington Tube station and in a lovely area that's a pleasure to explore on foot.
When we arrived, our room wasn't quite what we'd expected (it was actually much bigger than anticipated, though a little too dark for our taste). The hotel manager was very flexible and happy to accommodate our preference, despite the hotel running at high occupancy. That kind of genuine service made all the difference.
The real gem is the Orangery, a small courtyard where we enjoyed breakfast each morning: a peaceful and beautiful spot to start the day.
As a Victorian townhouse, this is a small hotel with stairs and the intimate scale that comes with it, but if you're looking for a charming, beautifully decorated boutique hotel, this is the place to stay.
One small suggestion for the future: a coffee machine in the room would be a lovely touch. But that's a minor note on what was otherwise a delightful stay... we will definitely return.

2026-06-15 • via Tripadvisor
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Claudia • extended_group • at
10
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Debra • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
8
V welcoming staff; v comfortable room, great ambiance
Pros:

Loved the decor in the bedroom. Bath ridiculously big and tall. Bathrobes. V quiet room

Cons:

? being downstairs

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Francesco • couple • it
9
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Maud • couple • se
10
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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mleleanor • Family
10
No Detail is Overlooked.
Pros:

They take care of everything! The staff are unbelievably friendly and helpful-from late night tea to hailing cabs to fresh flowers in your room. This is truly the best hotel I have ever stayed in because of the staff. However, the rooms are also immaculate-from the distinctive decor to the comfortable bedding to the warmed towels. If I could only stay in this hotel wherever I traveled I would be so happy!!

2026-05-21 • via Tripadvisor
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Maureen • solo_traveller • ca
9
Very attractive hotel in a great location.
Pros:

The furnishings and bed linens were both top quality. Very comfortable bed! Lots of closet space. There was no coffee/tea service in the room but the staff delivered tea supplies and kettle to my room.

Cons:

I had a single occupancy room on the top floor. There is no direct elevator service and the stairs would be difficult for someone with mobility issues. Very small bathroom.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Luterek • extended_group • pl
10
Bardzo lubię zapach panujący w hotelu oraz ciszę oraz ogródek obok przy hotelu.
Pros:

Miejsce na śniadanie jest dość ciasne, ale za to jedzenie jest bardzo smaczne.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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ANTONIO JORGE • couple • pt
10
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • us
10
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Duarte Carmo • family_with_children • pt
9
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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andrew • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Decor and location

Cons:

Price and tea/coffee making facilities in the room

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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susanna • family_with_children • se
7
Pros:

Läget var bra och trädgården var mysigt. God frukost med mycket färsk frukt och bär.

Cons:

Högtalarna i matsalen var hemska. Skramlade och hög musik.
Otroligt litet rum.

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee