Classic and elegant in every possible detail, The Milestone Hotel & Residence has long been one of London’s preferred addresses. Set streetside in Kensington across from Kensington Gardens, this historic, Grade II-listed building’s Stables Bar has recently undergone a lovely renovation.

© The Milestone Hotel & Residences

The restful, refined ambience has been enhanced with original artwork from noted Belgian sporting artist Elie Lambert, tartan-clad furnishings, and an updated dining and drinks menu sparked by the imagination of Resident Bar Manager Angelo Lo Greco and Executive Chef Daniel Putz. Guests can also choose to hold private gatherings in The Hideaway, next to the bar.

Enjoy the newly refurbished setting while sipping a vintage wine, chilled glass of Champagne; international beer; specialty coffee drink; freshly brewed tea; herbal infusion; or fragrant, aged whiskey. The menu of classic and creative cocktails includes drinks with names that play on the property’s horsey vibe, such as Rocking Horse, made with Broken Clock Vodka, passionfruit, lemon and ginger beer; Gallop to Greatness with Remy Martin VSOP, blackberry, Lanson Champagne and orange blossom mist; and Wild & Free, made with Eight Lands Gin, fermented nectarine and chili, Fig Leaf Liqueur, lemon, and egg white.

© The Milestone Hotel & Residences

Traveling to London over the holidays? Book a festive dinner, cocktail reception or private party this season, and you’ll have the option of adding a truly memorable amenity to your festivities: The property’s very own artist-in-residence can be reserved to create bespoke portraits of you and your traveling companions. Plan a holiday-themed Festive Afternoon Tea (with or without Champagne), and enjoy a menu of sweets and savories from a selection that includes truffled egg mayonnaise with Hampshire watercress, honey-roasted ham and cranberry, Mrs. T’s baked vanilla cheesecake, caramel apple bavarois, and chocolate and clementine layer cake.