The Capital

César award in 2008

'One hundred and twenty-seven footsteps from Harrods', and just a few more to Hyde Park and nearby museums, David Levin's town house hotel has a 'convenient' location from which to explore the city. Mr Levin's daughter, Kate, is the manager. Calling itself a 'grand hotel in miniature', it has a traditional feel, and is filled with original artwork from the family's collection. Its restaurant, Outlaw’s at The Capital,  focuses on simply prepared and unique British seafood. Its menu has been created by Nathan Outlaw who holds two Michelin stars at his eponymous restaurant in the village of Rock. He features features favourites like Lemon Sole with Crispy Oyster, Sea Bass with Red Wine Tartare Dressing and Hake with Celery and Brown Crab Sauce. The bedrooms are individually styled. One recent visitor praised a 'luxurious' junior suite; another felt 'a few extra touches' were required. Minibars can be customised. Mr Levin also owns The Levin, next door (see entry). (RG, and others)

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  • We had dinner in Nathan Outlaw's restaurant in the Capital. Outstanding, with a bottle of Mr Levin's Sauvignon to wash it down. The staff were very good, even finding out where the butter was sourced! Mr Levin sets high standards.

    Robert and Shirley Lyne, 11/03/2013

  • Light wood-panelled dining room with eye-catching prints. Comprehensive wine list. Tables well spaced. Service almost too attentive. Meal good but not exceptional.

    RG, 20/11/2011

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Local attractions

Harrods
One of the most famous department stores in the world.
Victoria and Albert Museum
The world's largest museum of decorative arts and design.
Natural History Museum
Home to over 70 million different specimens, including dinosaur and blue whale skeletons.

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Contact Details

The Capital

22-24 Basil Street KNIGHTSBRIDGE London England SW3 1AT

Telephone

020 7589 5171

Website

www.capitalhotel.co.uk

Further Information

Bedrooms

49.

Open

all year.

Facilities

lift, sitting room, bar, restaurant, brasserie/bar next door, 2 private dining rooms, only restaurant suitable for disabled.

Background music

soft jazz in bar in evenings.

Children

all ages welcomed.

Dogs

small dogs, on request.

Credit cards

all major cards.

Prices

[2012] room (excluding VAT) £250-£500, breakfast £16-£19.50, full alc £65 (plus 121/2% discretionary service charge), various packages - see website.