The Berkeley

TD0628

Location. The Berkeley is located in the Knightsbridge area of London, England, 300 metres from the famous Hyde Park, and half a mile from Buckingham Palace and the London Eye. Hotel Features. Built in 1972, The Berkeley replaced the original hotel of the same name, formerly situated on Berkeley Street in London. The hotel's rooftop pool has a retractable roof, and overlooks Hyde Park and the Knightsbridge district. There is a health club and spa with massage, LaStone body therapy, and microdermabrasion treatments available. Fitness instructors are available at the hotel's gym. The Berkeley has a 24 hour front desk with currency exchange and concierge services, and wireless Internet is available in public areas. The hotel's Caramel Room is open during the day serving light meals, beverages, and afternoon tea. Petrus is The Berkeley's Michelin starred restaurant, and Boxwood Cafe has a seasonal menu using typical English ingredients. Designed by David Collins, the Blue Bar features a black crocodile print leather floor and decor in Lutyens Blue, with more than 50 whiskies available to order. Guestrooms. The Berkeley's 214 air conditioned guestrooms are individually styled and feature a modern classic style. Amenities available in each guestroom include access to wireless Internet, direct dial phones, satellite television with pay movies, and minibars. Bathrooms have complimentary designer toiletries, bathrobes, and hair dryers.