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The Levin: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
28 Basil Street | Knightsbridge, London SW3 1AS, England (Knightsbridge / South Kensington)
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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York, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Highly recommended small hotel near Harrods”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2013

We stayed in this hotel for 3 nights because it's near the V&A, where we were visiting specifically.
Our room was delightful and we felt very comfortable there. Also the marble bathroom was excellent with everything working properly and an excellent shower. Staff were very friendly and helpful, something you expect with a smaller hotel. We would definitely stay again if we're in the Knightsbridge area.

Room Tip: We only saw one room of course, on the front of the hotel but it's in a quiet street behind Harr...
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Harald D, Manager at The Levin, responded to this review
February 10, 2013
Dear Guest

Thank you for your feedback you left on TA from you recent stay at the Levin Hotel.
I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and all went well
I would be very happy to welcome you back to the Levin in the near future.
Please let me know and I am very happy to help you with a future reservations
Wishing you all the best

Harald Duttine
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Perth, Australia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“A very small Hotel, but....”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2013

A very small hotel in a great location. If your looking for that big hotel experience do not go the Levin, but if you are after very personalized service at the highest level then stay at the Levin. The concierge was professional and extremely knowledgable. Every suggestion was spot on from dinning to shopping to transport, etc. The location is great for shopping and eating with great shops and restaurants all within walking distance (10 minutes). Breakfast is standard and surrounding noises heard while in the room can be annoying but overall a great place to stay with a high level of service.. Would go back again..

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Harald D, Manager at The Levin, responded to this review
February 23, 2013
Dear Guest,
It was our pleasure to look after you whilst you stayed with us.
Our Staff takes genuine interest in ensuring our guest have a pleasurable stay and I`m glad that was provided for you.
We look forward welcoming you back on your next visit to London.

Have a great day
Harald Duttine
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Seattle
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Fabulous Find”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 7, 2013

We stayed in the Levin and could not have been more pleased.
Staff super nice and very helpful . They went out of their way to help with a problem we had with our train reservation . Room clean nice bed & linens. Great breakfast and location is steps from Harrod's. I was sckocked at the earlier review compalining about staff, food & taxi. We are very experianced travels and found this hotel to be one of the BEST !!!!
Price is great when compared with any other 5 star hotel in London and the lovely breakfast is an added perk .
Can't wait to go back and stay here again soon .

Room Tip: We stayed in both the back side & front side of hotel and liked both . Front is maybe nice for...
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Harald D, Manager at The Levin, responded to this review
January 19, 2013
Dear Guest,
I and the whole team are so pleased that you had a good experience at the Levin Hotel. We were so happy that you enjoyed our services and facilities and that we met your expectations. I was also glad that you where pleased with our restaurant. We would like you to welcome you back in the near future.
My kindest regards,
Harald Duttine
Hotel Manager
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London, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Little gem in Knightsbridge...”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2012

Stayed at The Levin hotel in Basil Street,Knightsbridge for 2 nights Dec 14/15. We wanted to combine our wedding anniversary and some Christmas shopping. We were really pleased with the hotel,situated in an excellent location, a 2 minute walk from Harrods and all the other Knightsbridge stores,meant we could drop off our shopping and not have to carry everything around with us . Our room was smallish but very nicely decorated. The breakfast of yoghurt, fruit,cereal,croissants was more than adequate. We felt this hotel really was a little gem and would definitely go back. Very pleasant front of house staff, lovely young man who was very helpful .

Room Tip: Rom 32 was good
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Harald D, Manager at The Levin, responded to this review
January 4, 2013
Dear Guest

Thank you for your feedback you left on TA from you recent stay at the Levin Hotel.
I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and all went well
I would be very happy to welcome you back to the Levin in the near future.
Please let me know and I am very happy to help you with a future reservations
Wishing you all the best

Harald Duttine
Hotel Manager
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Sydney
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Sadly disappointing”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 14, 2012

Overall we found the hotel somewhat over-rated and had expected more from a hotel with such a high ranking on TA. We have stayed in several other 4 and 5 star London hotels and were looking forward to trying The Levin based purely on the reviews it has on TA. Sadly, our room was very disappointing which is a shame as the staff were very good.

We booked a Classic Double room and were given a room at the back of the hotel. The outlook was very disappointing. The window looked straight onto the back of another building with adjacent office windows that had a direct view into the room. As a result we kept the curtains closed almost all the time which made the room feel even more cramped and dark.

The decor and finishings were immaculate, fresh and clean and tastefully done but this could not overcome the small size and darkness of the room. It was not a comfortable stay.

Location was good although with no taxis available at the hotel itself, you have to walk a short distance to the Harrods taxi line which is sometimes very long, so not ideal if you are used to the taxi service at 5 star hotels and are using them all the time to get around the city. Service was good, food at the restaurant was good. Room service breakfast was poor however.

Bed and linen were very good. Bathroom was very clean, well designed and finished so its compact size and absence of a walk in shower was not a problem and it was comfortable to use.

Overall there are aspects of The Levin that are very good but sadly, these were overshadowed for us by a disappointingly small and dark room and the inability to upgrade due to the hotels 12 rooms being fully booked. I am sure that had we had a larger or brighter room, we would have had a better overall experience as the staff seem focussed on ensuring that guests enjoy their stay thus maintaining favourable feedback on TA.

Room Tip: Avoid classic deluxe rooms - they are too small. Ask for a room at the front of the hotel.
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
The Levin Hotel London
The Levin Hotel
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Levin London
The Levin London, England
Address: 28 Basil Street | Knightsbridge, London SW3 1AS, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > London > Knightsbridge / South Kensington
Amenities:
Business Center Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#14 Luxury Hotels in London
#20 Business Hotels in London
#42 Romantic Hotels in London
#101 Family Hotels in London
Price Range: $$$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
This sophisticated boutique hotel offers all the comforts of home to London's most discerning travelers who crave a hotel with personality and charm. The 12 bedrooms will be designed to please customers with an eye for detail and a love of beautiful things. Comfort and style delivered by a team of hotel professionals will ensure a relaxing and rewarding experience. ... more   less 
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