Knightsbridge

The Franklin London

Name: The Franklin London
Address: London, Knightsbridge, United Kingdom
Rating: 4.1

★★★★★ 4.1 guest rating 24 Egerton Gardens, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW3 2DB, United Kingdom

Set within private Egerton Gardens, The Franklin is a 35-room boutique house marrying Anouska Hempel’s moody, refined interiors with Italian hospitality. Standout features include a Michelin‑led restaurant by Alfredo Russo and a spa with hammam—tailored, discreet luxury.

Historical building / heritage architecture Housed in a restored row of 19th‑century Victorian townhouses in Knightsbridge with period façades and preserved architectural character.
Art or curated design collection Interiors by Anouska Hempel featuring curated Art Deco and Venetian design elements, bespoke furnishings and curated decorative pieces throughout public spaces and rooms.
Prime location (landmark adjacent, riverfront, iconic neighbourhood) Situated in Knightsbridge adjacent to Egerton Gardens and within walking distance of the V&A, Natural History Museum, Harrods and central Knightsbridge attractions.
Panoramic or landmark views Many rooms and the restaurant overlook the private Egerton Gardens; select rooms offer garden or city views over Knightsbridge.
Exclusive access (e.g. members-only club) The Franklin's Club membership provides members‑only benefits (discounts, priority bookings, event offers) and the property operates a residents‑only hammam as part of exclusive guest access.

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Rooms and suites

Deluxe Room

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed

Room · 258 feet² · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Soundproofing · Coffee machine
Executive Suite

Sleeps 2 1 extra-large double bed

Private suite · 355 feet² · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Soundproofing · Coffee machine

Amenities

Wellness

Steam Room Hempel‑designed residents‑only hammam on the lower ground floor (handmade crystal doors, bespoke illumination); bookable for hotel guests.
Fitness centre On‑site fitness studio/gym with natural light and Technogym equipment; guest access and dedicated workout space in the lower levels.
Personal trainer service Private personal‑trainer sessions available on request (private bookings/personal training offered to guests).
Wellness treatments (massage, facial, hydrotherapy, etc.) On‑site treatment room(s) offering massages, facials, beauty treatments and in‑room treatments via partner therapists (spa/beauty bookings available).
other: Yoga classes Yoga classes available on request/bookable through the hotel's wellness partners/mobile salon (offered as part of the hotel’s wellness services).

Dining

Fine dining restaurant(s) The Franklin Restaurant by Michelin‑starred Chef Alfredo Russo — intimate, 30‑seat modern Piedmont cuisine; breakfast, all‑day dining and dinner service.
Bar / lounge The Franklin Bar — Gatsby‑era cocktail and Champagne bar offering a curated cocktail list, seven Champagnes by the glass and an extensive gin selection (around 22 gins).
Afternoon tea service Daily Afternoon Tea service (including themed experiences such as the 'Haute Couture' or 'Wicked Wizard' Afternoon Tea) served in The Franklin Restaurant (typical hours 14:00–17:00; bookings required; Champagne upgrades available).
Private dining room The Library/private dining space available for receptions and private dining (private dining capacity and event hire; dedicated event manager and AV support for meetings/events).

Services

24-hour room service 24‑hour in‑room dining/room service available to guests.
Meeting / event facilities Meeting and event facilities including The Library, dedicated event manager, AV equipment, natural light and private hire options for receptions and meetings.
Business centre Business centre and meeting room support with Wi‑Fi and event services available for guests and organisers.
Dry cleaning / laundry service On‑site laundry and dry‑cleaning services (same‑day dry cleaning available subject to hotel policy).
Pet services / pet-friendly amenities Pet‑friendly policy with pet amenities available for guests travelling with pets.
Turndown service Evening housekeeping/turndown service provided (evening housekeeping noted on room service listings).
Childcare / babysitting service Babysitting/child‑care services available on request.