Ham Yard Hotel

Set in Ham Yard, a tiny little urban enclave on the borders of Soho and Mayfair, the Ham Yard Hotel is an oasis of style and cool. Centred around a leafy courtyard garden with bronze sculpture centrepiece by Tony Cragg, the vibe as you enter is buzzing and full of life. Once inside the modern building you’ll be greeted by the trademark stunning interiors that can only be created by Kit Kemp. You’ll be knocked out by the range of art works and different fabrics and textures that appear everywhere you look (don’t miss the extraordinary clock by the lifts). And the rooms and suites won’t disappoint either. All are individually decorated with stunning feature headboards, contrasting fabrics and art, and beautiful curtains adorning the huge floor-to-ceiling windows which either have views over the courtyard or the London skyline. Bathrooms are seriously indulgent too, even at entry level they’re adorned in granite and oak and offer huge walk-in rain showers. If you’ve opted for something higher up the scale you can expect double sinks and probably a huge bath tub too. All come with signature Kit Kemp smellies. Dining at the Ham Yard is another treat. The large restaurant is beautifully decked out in yet more award-winning style and the food’s pretty good too; its frequently changing a la carte menu relies on the best seasonal produce and staff will be happy to advise if you just can’t make your mind up. On warm days, try to bag a table outside and pretend you’re on the continent somewhere! As if that weren’t enough, there’s also a spoiling Soholistic Spa offering a comprehensive range of body and beauty treatments, and an onsite bowling alley, perfect if you’re at a loose end or a brilliant venue for a private event. To sum up, if you’re a Firmdale fan already and haven’t visited yet, then you really must! To anyone else looking for a hip, buzzing stay in the very centre of London, I’d say look no further.

 

Written by Sarah Empson

• Spa
• Soholistic Spa offers a range of massages and beauty treatments and therapies
• Rooms with balcony/terrace
• There are several rooms and suites which feature a private terrace
• Shops
• There is a Kit Kemp shop in Ham Yard just opposite the hotel
• Restaurant
• Ham Yard Restaurant serves delicious season fare
• Garden
• Leafy rooftop garden.
• Satellite / Cable TV
• Conference facilities
• Safe
• Bath robes
• Bar
• Roof terrace
• In room DVD

• Meeting Room
• Massage
• Library
• Free wifi
• Wifi
• Air conditioning
• In room music system
• Concierge
• Room service
• Sitting Room
• Child friendly
• Gym

• Sights nearby
• With its superb central location, all London's highlights are close by many within walking distance
• Other Activities
• On-site 1950's bowling alley from Texas.

• Close to nightlife
• Designer Shopping

Why do people love staying in your hotel?

Interiors are beautifully designed by Founder and Creative Director, Kit Kemp, in her award-winning luxurious, modern British style for which her innovative, exciting mix of colour, pattern, texture and art is world renowned. Each of the 91 rooms and suites have been individually designed with colourful and detailed storytelling which captures the imagination.

What is there to do in the area or on site?

In the midst of Soho and moments from Mayfair, the hotel is just a short walk away from London’s most iconic shops, theatres and restaurants, but the hotel itself is also home to a restaurant and bar with outdoor dining, a beautiful drawing room and charming library, rooftop terrace, Soholistic Spa, state of the art theatre, private event rooms and an original 1950s bowling alley.

What kind of breakfast do you offer?

Savour a selection of delicious pastries, seasonal fruit plates and granola with yoghurt and berries, alongside Ham Yard classics including French toast with bananas, maple syrup and yoghurt; Alfred Enderby smoked salmon and scrambled eggs with rye toast, and pancakes, maple syrup and butter. Not forgetting a range of juices and smoothies, or perhaps even a breakfast Martini.

Do you offer other meals?

Ham Yard Restaurant and Bar has a frequently changing menu revolving around the freshest, seasonal ingredients and the best of British produce. Enjoy a long lunch, delicious dinner or Ham Yard Hotel’s award winning afternoon tea, served in the hotel’s Orangery.

What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms ?

From children’s menus in the restaurant and additional beds, cots and interconnecting rooms to milk and cookies at bedtime and mini bathrobes there is something for all ages. Why not make it a night to remember and enjoy a family bowling night in The Croc Bowling Alley.