Belmond Reopens Flagship Chelsea Hotel

Belmond Cadogan Hotel opens as the brand's flagship London property following a multi-million-dollar historic renovation. 75 Sloane Street has played host to socialites, artists, and aristocrats throughout history and the stage is now set for a new cast of guests to play their part.

With a storied past full of glamour, intrigue, and at times, scandal, Belmond Cadogan Hotel is the place where London's cultural and social calendars converge. From literary gatherings to curated art collections, the next act of this legendary hotel promises an enriching retreat in London's most stylish neighborhood.

"Belmond Cadogan Hotel is a London legend reborn. Throughout the decades the hotel has always provided international travelers and Londoners alike with an impeccable retreat with a tradition of serving piping hot tea and an escape from the busy city. Today we provide our guests with a luxurious space to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Chelsea," comments Klaus Kabelitz, General Manager, Belmond Cadogan Hotel.

With private access to the hotel through 21 Pont Street and a key to Cadogan Place Gardens, guests of the hotel can truly feel like a Chelsea resident. The enchanting gardens are tucked away from the busy city streets providing the perfect spot to unwind with a hotel picnic or a game of tennis. To truly discover the area, the hotel concierge has the best local knowledge with access to all the cultural hot spots including inside tips on the best local pubs and restaurants which are true Chelsea intuitions. For a quirky experience unique to Belmond Cadogan Hotel, guests can take a coffee with a London cabbie at one of the few remaining original Cabbie Shelters opposite the hotel.

Details such as the Prince of Wales' feathers in Lillie Langtree's original dining room, botanical mosaics on the floor tiles, and wood paneling preserve the historical fabric of the hotel while bold colors, lush fabrics, and bespoke furniture create a modern retreat. Playful elements such as 'Oscar,' the stunning peacock glittering with thousands of Swarovski crystals standing proudly in the entrance to the private dining room, is a cheeky nod to the eponymous poet and author. Meanwhile, personal pictures of Chef Patron Adam Handling are placed in the bar creating the feeling of being in a private home. In-room private libraries have been curated by family-owned Chelsea bookshop, John Sandoe, where guests can pre-order their favorite editions. A series of literary gatherings is also planned to take place throughout the year.