The Milestone Hotel and Residences

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The Milestone Hotel & Residences

Positioned directly opposite Hyde Park and Kensington Palace, The Milestone Hotel & Residences offers exceptional views across the gardens to these most famous of homes.

This wonderfully opulent and intensely charming hotel is a treasure trove of stylish, individually designed rooms, suites and residences laden with rich furnishings and original artworks. Also contained with the hotel’s historic buildings are Cheneston’s restaurant, where guests dine on fine English cuisine, Stable’s Bar, which serves delectable hand-crafted cocktails, and the elegant Park Lounge, where quintessential British Afternoon Tea is enjoyed daily.

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Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel & Residences

Enjoy a delightful spread featuring finger sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream and homemade preserves, a tempting array of pastries, and an extensive selection of loose-leaf teas. Elevate the experience with a glass of Champagne Lanson, a Royal Warrant holder since 1900.

Honoured with an Award of Excellence at the 2023 and 2024 Afternoon Tea Awards, our Afternoon Tea promises an extraordinary and memorable experience.

Special Offers:

VIP upgrade - a complimentary glass of Champagne 
Available until the 17th November 2024

Enjoy a complimentary glass of Afternoon Tea when dining between Monday to Thursday. Bookings are subject to availability and this offer excludes the Milestone Experience with Shelley Levy. One glass per guest. Must be over 18 years of age. No cash alternative.

Festive Afternoon Tea:

Available from the 18th of November through to the 3rd of January 2025

Bookings are now open. 

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Afternoon Tea Experiences at The Milestone Hotel & Residences:

Bespoke Portraits with Resident Artist Shelley Levy

• By appointment only – bespoke portraits available: 2 people £350 / 3 people £450 / 4 people £550. Larger sittings can be discussed. This excludes the cost of Afternoon Tea which would be charged in addition. 

• Express interest during booking and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss arrangements with you

The Milestone Hotel and Residences are thrilled to welcome Shelley Levy (ShelleyTheArtist) as the new Resident Artist for The Milestone Hotel & Residences. With her passion for capturing stories through art and her unique style of drawing from life, Shelley will add a new dimension to the experience for guests. Her discipline and commitment to daily drawing practice align with The Milestone Hotel and Residence's dedication to offering our guests the highest level of service and attention to detail.

 

London Tea Tour with PMD Tea 

The Milestone Hotel and Residences are thrilled to announce a collaboration with PMD Tea, offering a unique walking tour experience for guests to explore London’s lost tea history. Travel through significant locations linked to the city's pivotal role in the global tea trade, uncovering how an island nation emerged as a prominent figure in the tea industry. This immersive journey unveils London's vibrant tea heritage and provides participants with an engaging and educational experience.

The tour concludes with an iconic black cab transfer to The Milestone Hotel & Residences, followed by a guided Afternoon Tea featuring tea recommendations, pairings, and stories tied to the featured teas and their origins.

The tour price is determined by the group size and includes the tea walk, black cab transfer, and a traditional Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel & Residences, priced at £235 per person, with a minimum group size of two.

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Dining at The Milestone Hotel & Residences

Chenestons Restaurant 

Deriving its name from an early spelling of Kensington, Cheneston's is our intimate and elegant fine dining restaurant, offering delicious British cuisine. Our passion for comforting and creative cuisine comes to spectacular life in Cheneston’s. Executive Chef Daniel Putz creates warming signature dishes inspired by our founder, Beatrice Tollman, which are served alongside a range of delicious British options, such as Scottish salmon cured by H.Forman & Son, London’s oldest smokery and carved right at your table, and delicious daily roasts presented on a silver trolley.

Set Menu Lunch 

Executive Chef, Daniel Putz, and his team are committed to using sustainable supplies wherever possible and the very best seasonal ingredients, sourced from around the British Isles for guests to enjoy. Available Monday to Friday enjoy this exciting new menu - Two-courses £45 or Three-courses £55 per person. 

Open 12.30 pm - 2 pm. 

 

Sunday Roast Lunches at Chenestons

Executive Chef Dan Putz is excited to offer this experience,  available every Sunday. Two courses for £70 and Three Courses for £85 per person

**Special Offer**: Guests can enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne or glass of wine when dining from the Sunday Roast Lunch menu. One glass per guest. Must be over 18 yrs of age. No cash alternative. Available for bookings through to the 17th of November 2024

Private dining is available for large Sunday Roast parties.

Booking is recommended. Available from 12.30 pm - 3 pm (last sitting)

 

Pre-Theatre Dining

Guests can enjoy a pre-theatre express menu including signature dishes
2 Courses £65 per person 3 courses £75 per person
Available 5.30 pm - 6.30 pm daily
Please advise the team of any dietary requirements at least 24 hours before dining

 

Cheneston's Tasting Menu 

Executive Chef, Daniel Putz, and his team are committed to using sustainable supplies wherever possible and the very best seasonal ingredients, sourced from around the British Isles for our menu. Included within the menu are favourite dishes from Beatrice Tollman, Founder & President of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection.
These recipes have either been passed down in the family or discovered whilst travelling, and all have been perfected from her personal experience and expertise in the kitchen.

• Tasting Menus are available during Dinner service each day and advanced booking is encouraged.
• These menus are created as a journey so it is with regret dishes cannot be substituted.
• At this present time Cheneston’s can offer a Vegetarian alternative to the main menu with Vegan and Gluten-free alternatives in development. Please speak to a member of the team if there are specific dietary requirements within your party – please email meetMS@rchmail.com
• When dining from the Tasting Menu all members of your dining party must also select from the Tasting Menu.
• A deposit is required to secure your booking. T&C’s are explained during the reservation booking.

Tasting Menu: £110 per person / Vegetarian Tasting Menu: £95 per person

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Drinks at The Milestone Hotel and Residences

The Stables Bar 

Nominated as Best Boutique Hotel Bar at the Boutique Hotelier Awards 2024

Step inside The Milestone’s newly renovated Stables Bar, named as an homage to the original use of the building in which it resides. Panelled with dark wood, sporting sophisticated leather and tartan-clad soft furnishings and paintings from Belgian sporting artist Elie Lambert, the Stables Bar provides a refined and comfortable setting. Green leather banquettes and moodily lit corners contrast beautifully with the natural light that streams into the high-ceilinged conservatory space.

Resident Bar Manager Angelo's creative mixology skills are sure to make your time at the Stables Bar a true event, while an elevated bar menu from Executive Chef Daniel Putz provides mouthwatering moments.

Adjacent to the bar, The Hideaway offers a candlelit setting for intimate gatherings, laid-back dinners, or elegant private events. Toast to your good fortunes in true Milestone style as you share a selection of the best cocktails and bar food in London.

Open daily 10am to 11pm

 Hosting an event at The Milestone Hotel & Residences:

Glittering parties and gatherings of families and friends deserve a luxurious venue that reflects the magnificence of the celebration. The Milestone Hotel & Residences is a venue that turns a great event into a magical one. Whatever the occasion, whether it's a wedding, anniversary, birthday party, baby shower, meeting, or conference, any event held at The Milestone will be cherished for years to come. Your dedicated Events Manager will oversee your function from start to finish - facilitating personalised menus, special themes, and thoughtful touches to make your event unique.

Weddings
Trust us to provide the perfect setting for the best day of your life.

Celebrations
An array of venues to host elegant parties for any occasion.

Corporate events
Meetings, conferences and team away days set for success.

For full details please visit The Milestone Hotel & Residences

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Christmas at The Milestone Hotel & Residences 

Enquiries and bookings are now available for:

Festive Afternoon Tea

Enjoy a festive twist The Milestone Hotels award-winning Afternoon Tea, served in the elegant Park Lounge or Cheneston's Restaurant.

Available from the 18th of November to the 3rd of January 2025

Private rooms are available for Festive Afternoon Tea parties - a member of the events team would be happy to talk through options 

 

Thanksgiving Dinner - available on 28th and 29th November 2024

Celebrate this year's Thanksgiving in the heart of Kensington with The Milestone Hotel with our dedicated Thanksgiving menu, accompanied by all the trimmings.

From Homemade Cornbread Muffin to traditional Turkey, pumpkins to pecan pie, you can say a genuine 'Happy Thanksgiving' with your loved ones, right in the heart of London.

Time: 17h30 - 22h30

Price: £145 per person / £72.50 for under 12 years

 

Christmas Eve Dining

Join Cheneston's on Christmas Eve for a six-course dinner accompanied by carol singers and a pianist to set the perfect festive ambience. Savour a delectable feast crafted with love and sprinkled with Christmas cheer, making this evening truly special.

Price: £245 per person, £112.50 per child

 

Christmas Day Dining

The star of the show, the ultimate five-course feast to be enjoyed for either lunch or dinner, which will delight the taste buds. Christmas day at the Milestone promises to be one to remember. 

Time: From 12.30pm

Price: £325 per adult, £162.50 per child 

 

New Year's Eve Dinner  

Join The Milestone Hotel for a spectacular affair of live music, champagne and a delectable six-course tasting menu to bring in 2025 in style.

Prices: £295 per person 

 

Hosting a Christmas Party at The Milestone Hotel and Residences

Celebrate the year's achievements with your team at The Milestone, the perfect location for your corporate party. Located close to High Street Kensington, this charming location means that you can pick up that last-minute present before settling down for a delectable Christmas feast.

Festive Cocktail Receptions

Available from the 24th November 2024 through to the 3rd of January 2025

The Milestone is the perfect location for your festive corporate party. With an extensive canapé menu offering both cold and hot selections and your choice of private dining venue, this is the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit in the heart of London. 

Festive Private Dining

Available from 30th November to the 3rd January 2025

Host a festive feast for either lunch or dinner at the Milestone this festive season, with this private festive dining experience. Choose from a selection of different venue options within the Milestone and curate a menu that suits you. 

Price: From £80 per person

 

Please enquire online and a member of the events team will be in touch

 

What's on

Cheneston's Tasting Menu
Cheneston's Tasting Menu Executive Chef, Daniel Putz, and his team are committed to using sustainable supplies wherever possible and the very…

Wed, 7th Aug 2024 - Thu, 31st Jul 2025

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Pre-Theatre Dining at Chenestons
Pre-Theatre Dining Guests can enjoy a pre-theatre express menu including signature dishes PRE-THEATRE MENU CHENESTON’S RESTAURANT We would…

Wed, 7th Aug 2024 - Thu, 31st Jul 2025

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Festive Afternoon Tea
The Milestone Hotel and Residences Festive Afternoon Tea Bookings are now open for Winter 2024 Available between 18th of November and 3rd ofJanuary…

Mon, 18th Nov 2024 - Fri, 3rd Jan 2025

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Festive Cocktail Receptions
Festive Cocktail Receptions at The Milestone Hotel & Residences Celebrate the year's achievements with your team at The Milestone, the perfect…

Mon, 25th Nov 2024 - Fri, 3rd Jan 2025

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Thanksgiving Dinner at Chenestons
Thanksgiving is a time to connect with friends and family to express gratitude for all that they do. Celebrate this year's Thanksgiving in…

Thursday 28th and Friday 29th November 2024

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Sunday Roast Lunch
Sunday Roast Lunches at Chenestons  Sustainably sourced meats and perfectly roasted, seasonal veg make Cheneston's the perfect setting…

Sunday 8th December 2024 and 18 other Sundays

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Christmas Eve Dinner
Christmas Eve Dinner at The Milestone Hotel and Residences Join us on Christmas Eve for a six-course dinner accompanied by carol singers anda…

Tue, 24th Dec 2024 @ 17:30 - 21:00

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New Year's Eve Dinner
New Year's Eve Gala Dinner hosted at Cheneston's Restaurant  The Milestone Hotel and Residences  31st December 2024 Join us for a spectacular…

Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ 18:00 - 22:00

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Offers

Offer Availability
Set Lunch Menu
Enjoy Two-course £45 | Three-course £55 per person from our new Set Lunch Menu.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

Vouchers

The Art of Sabrage
Experience
Monetary Voucher
£10 - £1000

Info

  • Splash the Cash £££
  • Taking Bookings
  • Smart, No sportswear

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 7:00 23:00
Tuesday 7:00 23:00
Wednesday 7:00 23:00
Thursday 7:00 23:00
Friday 7:00 23:00
Saturday 7:00 23:00
Sunday 7:00 23:00

Location

Address

The Milestone Hotel and Residences, 1 Kensington Court, W8 5DL

Area

Kensington

Nearest Station

High Street Kensington (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves British and Fine Dining food.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
Cheneston's Restaurant Private Room 22 30 - - -

Exclusive private hire of the restaurant is available subject to availability, prices are available on request.

Oratory Private Room 8 8 - - -

 

For those special occasions, elegant private dinners, business lunches, working breakfasts or leisurely afternoon teas, the circular Oratory, with its ornate vaulted ceiling and wood paneling is ideal. Located next to the main restaurant, (and once the private chapel of the original house in the 1600s), the Oratory provides an enchanting space for up to eight guests.

Intimate Occasion Dining at The Milestone Hotel and Residences 

Our Intimate Occasion Dining package includes exclusive use of The Oratory, fresh cut flower displays and decorations, and live music from a highly skilled harpist – providing a special occasion soundscape unlike any other. Your celebratory lunch or dinner can include a bespoke menu, available from £85 per person.

Extend your evening with a night’s stay at The Milestone Hotel & Residences, where a complimentary romantic turndown will provide the final flourish.

Celebratory Lunch or Dinner

Bespoke menus available from £85 per person

Exclusive private use of The Oratory – from £500

Flower displays – on request

Decorations – on request

Harpist – from £250

Extend your stay with a night’s stay – preferential room rates are available

Complimentary Romantic Turndown

The Windsor Suite Private Room 24 40 - - -

The Windsor Suite is an aged pine paneled executive boardroom complete with a butler’s pantry, full air-conditioning, and an abundance of natural daylight. The Windsor is perfect for executive boardroom meetings and presentations as well as bespoke events such as wedding receptions and private dining.

Event facilities include:

  • Customised menus offered featuring international cuisine with an extensive selection of fine wines
  • Wireless High-Speed Broadband Internet Access
  • Fax, ISDN, modem points, and multiple direct dial phone lines
  • Full secretarial support and business services
  • Laptop and mobile phone hire
  • IT support
  • Natural daylight
  • State of the art audio visual technology is available
  • Specially themed meeting breaks
  • Video teleconferencing facilities
  • Wheelchair access to Map and Windsor Suite
  • Additional services such as flowers, menus, place setting cards, entertainment and ice carvings available on request

 

New for The Milestone Hotel: Instant Book
Host your business meeting at The Milestone Hotel and Residences with our new Instant Book packages, available for immediate booking. Check real-time availability, tailor your morning, afternoon, or day with our flexible options, cost savings and make a secure payment to confirm your reservation.
Located in our Windsor Suite - a ground-floor function room popular for small, medium, and board meetings - our specially curated corporate packages offer two options that you can tailor to best suit your event and its needs.
To book, simply select the package of choice, confirm the number of attendees, and make your payment to auto-confirm the booking online.
Capacity of 24 theatre style and 16 boardroom style

What's included
• Private hire of the Windsor Suite
• Available 8 am – 6 pm
• Minimum number of 10 guests
• Available for instant book at least 48 hours in advance, subject to availability

Choose your package:
The Windsor Package
• Exclusive private hire of the Windsor Suite: £1,000 per day; £500 for half a day (maximum 4 hours); £100 per hour. The team are happy to discuss timings if required
• Unlimited tea and coffee at £25.00 per person
• Tea and coffee at £6.50 per person, per serving
• Tea and coffee with chef's choice of snack at £9.50 per person, per serving
• Sandwich lunch with tea and coffee at £30.00 per person (options available for dietary requirements including Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free and Halal)
• Jugs of iced tap water (complimentary)
• 48-inch TV and screen ideal for presentations
• Wi-Fi
• (Prices include VAT)

The Milestone Package
• Exclusive Offer for Instant Bookings Only: A Day Delegate Rate of £80 per person (usual price £100 per person). Minimum of 10 people
• Three servings of tea and coffee
• A sandwich lunch (options available for dietary requirements including Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free and Halal)
• Jugs of iced tap water (complimentary)
• 48-inch TV and screen ideal for presentations
• Delegate pads and pens
• One flipchart with pens
• Wi-Fi
(Prices include VAT)

 

Expressions of Interest

The Milestone Hotel and Residences can also offer:
• Lunch or Dinner in Cheneston’s Restaurant pre or post-meeting
• A drinks reception following the meeting
• The Art of Sabrage
• Hotel Room
Please select the ‘Expression of Interest' whilst booking and a member of the team will be in touch.


Terms & conditions
• Packages are subject to availability. Our experienced Events Team is happy to discuss your bespoke requirements
• Bookings are strictly non-refundable. Cancellations outside of 24 hours can be exchanged for credit at the discretion of The Milestone Hotel’s Management Team
• Please ensure that you highlight any dietary requirements at the time of booking. For more information on specific allergens, please contact the hotel

Park Lounge Private Room 0 25 - - -

The Park Lounge is a warm and cosy retreat, just right for drinks & canapé receptions with an open fireplace and sumptuous armchairs and sofas. The views of Kensington Gardens allow an escape to the country and through its quintessential English ambience, making it hard to believe you are in the heart of the capital. The feeling is that of a private drawing room surrounded by antique books and copies of Tatler and Country Living magazines.

Event facilities include:

  • Complimentary wireless high-speed broadband internet access
  • Natural daylight

Prices are available on request.

Party Package: Romance and Proposals Private Room 8 0 - - -

Romance and Proposals
The distinctive Victorian grandeur of The Milestone Hotel & Residences provides the perfect setting for grand romantic gestures. Host an unforgettable atmospheric dinner or take things to the next level with the marriage proposal of a lifetime.
Our Romance and Proposals package includes exclusive use of The Oratory – an intimate setting for private dining that was once housed the building’s original chapel – lovingly adorned for the occasion with romantic flower displays and decorations.
Pop a celebratory bottle of Champagne and toast to your future together, before enjoying a bespoke dinner menu (from £85 per person).
An ethereal musical soundtrack, provided by a highly skilled harpist, exquisitely sets the scene for romance.
Extend your evening with a night’s stay at The Milestone Hotel & Residences, where a complimentary romantic turndown will provide the final flourish.


Exclusive private use of The Oratory – from £500
Flower displays – from £200
Decorations - negotiable
Harpist – from £250
Bespoke Dinner Menus from £85 per person
Celebratory Champagne – from £115


Extend your stay with a night’s stay – preferential room rates available
Complimentary Romantic Turndown

Party Package: Drinks Celebrations Private Room 20 0 - - -

At The Milestone Hotel & Residences, we believe in the importance of occasion. The impressive red-brick façade of The Milestone will provide an atmospheric entrance for your guests, as we welcome them inside for an unforgettable evening.
Let us assist you in marking life’s milestones in style with our bespoke Drinks Celebrations package, featuring a private drinks reception in our elegant Windsor Suite.
Whether you’re hosting a baby shower, hen party, or birthday celebration, The Milestone will provide unparalleled service in a welcoming setting.
Our Drinks Celebrations package can accommodate up to 50 people for a standing drinks reception and includes private room hire and the option to take advantage of a private bar. Open your event with Champagne on arrival before enjoying a selection of cocktails, carefully crafted by your private bartender (on request).
This package also offers the opportunity to add your own personal stamp to our event space, with the license to decorate included as standard.

Packages available up to 20 people

Private room hire from £250
License to decorate - yes
Prosecco on arrival – from £60 per bottle
Cocktails on request
Private bartender on request

 

Party Package: Intimate Occasion Dining Private Room 8 0 - - -

At The Milestone Hotel & Residences, we believe in celebrating every anniversary, turning point, and significant achievement.
Our carefully curated event packages offer a way to mark those occasions in style, no matter how big or small. Celebrate your next milestone in our charming and intimate Oratory space, a room that was once the original chapel of the building.
Our Intimate Occasion Dining package includes exclusive use of The Oratory, fresh-cut flower displays and decorations, and live music from a highly skilled harpist – providing a special occasion soundscape unlike any other. Your celebratory lunch or dinner can include a bespoke menu, available from £85 per person.
Extend your evening with a night’s stay at The Milestone Hotel & Residences, where a complimentary romantic turndown will provide the final flourish.

 

Celebratory Lunch or Dinner
Bespoke menus available from £85 per person

Exclusive private use of The Oratory – from £500
Flower displays – on request
Decorations – on request
Harpist – from £250

Extend your stay with a night’s stay – preferential room rates available
Complimentary Romantic Turndown

Weddings at The Milestone Hotel Private Room 40 0 - - -

It is hard to imagine a more romantic setting in which to celebrate your most special day. Opposite Kensington Palace and Gardens, home to Prince William and The Duchess of Cambridge, The Milestone is steeped in romantic history, each room with its own story to tell.

Licensed for civil ceremonies, The Milestone provides the perfect venue for an intimate celebration with traditional British style and unrivaled service. Our expert team of chefs, sommeliers, waiting staff, and event organisers will put your mind at ease and prepare the setting for the happiest day of your life. Every aspect of your wedding will be attended to with meticulous skill, style, and subtle precision.

The elegant and romantic Victorian magnificence of the hotel lends itself superbly to such occasions - professional floral displays to complement the colours of the wedding party can be arranged, and our expert team can assist in guiding you along the way.

 

The Hideaway Private Room 8 12 - - -

The Hideaway is a versatile new dining space that offers an exclusive and intimate setting for drinks receptions and private dining. Adjacent to The Stables Bar, this dark wood-panelled, candlelit room exudes a warm and inviting ambience, perfect for creating memorable experiences.

The extensive drink list, curated by award-winning Bar Manager Angelo Lo Grecco, features expertly crafted cocktails known for their innovative combinations and elegant presentation. The Stables Bar also offers a curated selection of fine wines, beers and spirits.

Executive Chef Daniel Putz's menu reflects a contemporary take on classic bar food, elevated by premium ingredients and innovative techniques. Small plates designed for sharing encourage a relaxed dining atmosphere, making it ideal for social gatherings.

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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