Kimpton Hotels & Resorts has opened its first United Kingdom property, the Kimpton Fitzroy London, situated in Bloomsbury. Housed in a landmark building dating back to 1898, the hotel features more than 300 guestrooms and suites, a grand ballroom, several dining venues and a 24-hour fitness center. The design pays tribute to the building’s heritage while introducing a contemporary, playful edge.
Guests can enjoy a range of thoughtful amenities designed to enhance comfort and convenience. Rooms are equipped with in-room yoga mats, and the hotel offers complimentary bicycles for exploring the neighborhood. Daily touches include a Champagne hour and complimentary tea and coffee, all intended to encourage relaxed, sociable stays.
Paul Walters, general manager of Kimpton Fitzroy London, explained the brand’s vision: “This hotel will bring a new luxury approach to the United Kingdom — a more inclusive style of luxury as opposed to museum-like spaces so guests don’t need to keep their voices down in the lobby, or wear a suit jacket to dinner. A defining trait for the Kimpton brand is the focus on heartfelt human connections. We want guests to enjoy the glamour of a historic iconic building but still feel free to be themselves. It’s an approach we’re excited to bring to London, as we know it’s what guests in this city are craving.”
On-site dining complements the hotel’s personality. Neptune offers all-day dining with a focus on seafood, while Fitz’s evokes a 1920s cocktail bar atmosphere. For casual coffee and light bites, Burr & Co. serves as the hotel’s coffeehouse.
The Kimpton Fitzroy London marks the beginning of Kimpton’s expansion into the United Kingdom, with additional openings planned for Edinburgh, Glasgow and Manchester. This growth aims to bring the brand’s signature warmth and approachable luxury to multiple UK cities, blending historic settings with modern hospitality standards to appeal to both leisure and business travelers.