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The Hempel

31-35 Craven Hill Gardens London W2 3EA England
Property Type: Hotel
  • Lodging offering guest rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a variety of services and amenities.
The Hempel is a 5 star luxury boutique hotel in West London. The Hempel is located North of Hyde Park and just 5 minute walk to Paddington Station... The Hempel is a 5 star luxury boutique hotel in West London. The Hempel is located North of Hyde Park and just 5 minute walk to Paddington Station. The Hempel Luxury Hotel rooms are all individually designed with luxury products including bathrobes, slippers, candles and Wi-Fi ability. Room types range from Superior and Deluxe through to Junior and Superior Suite that come with a seating area allowing more space to relax and enjoy the 5 star designer surroundings. more » « less
No Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet No Free Parking Pets Not Allowed Restaurant No Room Service No Swimming Pool
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TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 2.5 of 5 stars Based on 74 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 3 based on 53 reviews Rooms
    • 2.5 based on 51 reviews Service
    • 2 based on 54 reviews Value
    • 3 based on 53 reviews Cleanliness
    • 4 based on 1 review Pool

Reviews of The Hempel

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1 of 5 stars
Marrakech, Morocco
Oct 3, 2008

Sadly, The Hempel was one of the worst hotel experiences I have ever had. The room was pleasing to the eye but not functional. The bathroom mirror ( Room 401) was so high that I was only able to see my forehead. Not conducive to putting make up on! The mattresses were so soft, I think they must be the... more

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1 of 5 stars
coventry
Sep 29, 2008

We have just returned from an evenings stay at the Hempel Hotel, which is described on your web site as a 5 Star Luxury boutique hotel. Based on our stay I believe that this description is far from correct, based on the level of service and the standard of our room provided by the hotel. Service On arrival on Friday... more

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2 of 5 stars
edinburgh
Aug 27, 2008

We stayed here for the holiday weekend August 08. What should have been a relaxing weekend turned out to be a bit of a trauma. Firstly, the hotel cancelled our booking when we added an extra night. This was fixed and our first impressions of the hotel was very positive - lots of neat, quirky but minimalist features with a... more

Jun 14, 2008

i'm not sure if it was the high hopes i had given who recommended this hotel, but i never became a fan. it was ok. very minimalist -- if you're into that (for example, a bed is just a mattress on the floor). more

Management response from
Bernie045, Guest Relations Manager

The Hempel is wholly designed in a minimalist, oriental style. This theme is reflected throughout our Restaurant, Bar and function rooms including the menus. All guest rooms, suites and apartments are individually designed, furnished and decorated in this style. This individuality allows the guest choice according to their needs. Some of our rooms have four-poster beds whilst others have more...

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1 of 5 stars
san francisco, ca
May 21, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Do not stay at this hotel! I was charged for items listed on the hotel's website as included in the room, the internet wifi being a prime example. The room had exposed wires, molding paint throughout where the wall met the floor, and no power outlets save from moving the bedframe and mattress away from the wall and disconnecting the... more

Management response from
Bernie045, Guest Relations Manager

The Hempel is now under new management who have identified most of the issues raised. Some of the issues are a result of wear and tear and a programme of refurbishment, now in the design stage, is due to be undertaken to rectify these issues in order to bring functionality to room design. We hope that by the middle of...

May 20, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

My Partner & I have always wanted to stay at the Hempel and found a great deal on Laterooms for a recent stay in London. Arriving late - no door staff - so much for 5 Star. A small problem about check in - I prefer to pay by switch not credit card - this seemed to be an issue... more

Management response from
Bernie045, Guest Relations Manager

The Hempel is now under new management and is due to undergo a programme of refurbishment in order to address the concerns that are raised. We now accept all major debit and credit cards as methods of payment and the use of Electron, Solo or Switch is now welcome. At The Hempel, we always have door staff assisting our guests...

Apr 26, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

I feel a bit naïve for not having read the reviews here prior to booking, but I had the perception of the Hempel being the kind of class act you wouldn’t need to scrutinise before reserving a room. That was one mistake. My other mistake was to request a late check out. My partner and I were celebrating a special... more

Management response from
Bernie045, Guest Relations Manager

Senior management are concerned at the level of service described. Proactive and sustained training is now being undertaken in all areas to ensure that service standards are maintained at 5* level. As per our promotional and marketing material, check-in time is stated as being from anytime after 2pm on the date of arrival and check-out time is at 12 noon....

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2 of 5 stars
san francisco
Apr 21, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Crap. Five star, my [---]. From the moment we arrived everything was shoddy. We pre booked a car that never showed at the airport, even with two emails and a phone confirmation. The service was mediocre, nice enough but not at all professional. The only reason to stay here and pay the rates (it isn't even that convenient), is the... more

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2 of 5 stars
Berkshire, UK
Apr 13, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

I'd read the reviews but thought maybe some people were looking for a 'normal business hotel' which was why they were disapponted with The Hempel. Sadly not. My husband chose the hotel as it was one he'd always wanted to stay in. It was to be our first night away together for over 4 years since having children. He booked... more

Mar 16, 2008

We are just back from a night at "The Hempel". I was taken to London, by my partner, as a surprise, so that I could be taken to have dinner somewhere fabulous [which I was] and to see the "Russian Exhibition" at the RA. That was fabulous too. The partner, whilst unstinting in his generosity does not read "trip advisor",... more

Reviews of The Hempel

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31-35 Craven Hill Gardens, London W2 3EA, England