Red Carnation Hotels in Travel + Leisure’s Top 500

London (United Kingdom) – December 31, 2012 – The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa was honoured among the best in Africa and the Middle East, while The Milestone Hotel, ‘41’, and The Chesterfield Mayfair were named among the Best Hotels in the UK. Honoured earlier this year in Travel + Leisure’s 2012 “World’s Best Awards”, Cape Town’s The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa earned the T + L 2013 “500 World’s Best Hotels” number one spot in the category “Top Hotel Spa in Africa and the Middle East,” and the number three spot in “Top City Hotels in Africa and the Middle East”. With a score of 93.71, The Twelve Apostles placed in the top 50 of all hotels world-wide.

The Milestone Hotel has been named a top hotel in T + L’s “World’s Best Awards” since 2009. The Milestone Hotel received an overall score of 92.83, placing it in the number one spot for properties in the UK. This is the fourth time ‘41’ has been named in the T + L 500. It was also honoured earlier this year in T + L’s annual Reader’s Poll highlighting the “World’s Best” for 2012. The Chesterfield Mayfair is thrilled that it has been named as a T + L 500 “World’s Best Hotel” for the second year in a row. Last year was its first time on the T + L 500.

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection strives “to provide exceptional, memorable hospitality by meeting or exceeding guest expectations and creating an environment where guests, as well as employees, refer to the hotels as their “home away from home.” “No request is too large, no detail too small” is the ethos that inspires this luxury collection, as is clearly reflected in the stellar ratings their hotels continue to receive year after year.
About The Featured Red Carnation Properties:

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is poised above the Atlantic Ocean, flanked by the majestic Table Mountain and The Twelve Apostles mountain range. The hotel’s interior design is inspired by its namesake, creating a fresh, calming environment that artfully combines sophistication with simplicity, comfort and elegance. Guests are spoiled with spectacular views of the ocean and mountain views in each of the 70 bedrooms and suites, including the Presidential Suite, each superbly designed to provide the utmost comfort and style. The hotel boasts two pools perched above the ocean; its award-winning Spa; Azure restaurant, the Café Grill and the Leopard Room Bar & Lounge; meeting, events and wedding facilities for up to 90 guests; and a 16-seater private cinema.

Situated in the heart of Kensington, the quiet and understated elegance of The Milestone Hotel is celebrated for its style, comfort, and exalted levels of personal service. This five-star hotel opposite Kensington Palace and Gardens has 56 individually designed rooms and suites, and six two-bedroom apartments, lavishly decorated with the finest fabrics and furnishings. It boasts a 24-hour butler service and various restaurant offerings, ranging from traditional afternoon tea to full-course dinners. This exquisite hotel is a short stroll to the Royal Albert Hall, and in easy reach of Knightsbridge and the West End.

‘41’ Hotel is a discreet, haven of style and comfort, residence-only hotel overlooking The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace. A chic black and white design scheme is complemented by the plentiful rich mahogany throughout the hotel, and the Executive Lounge, where natural daylight floods in from the glass roof. This intimate club-like property offers the height of five-star luxury: 30 rooms and beautiful suites including two unique hospitality suites, butler service, 24-hour room service, the latest in-room technology, full concierge service, “plunder the pantry” whenever you wish, and an outstanding level of personal service.

Set in the vibrant centre of London, just a short stroll from the designer shopping on Bond Street, The Chesterfield Mayfair is the perfect London address for all who value style and quality that never goes out of fashion. Discreetly tucked away off Berkeley Square, quiet, calm and efficient service blended with supreme comfort, characterise this luxurious four-star hotel. The guest rooms and deluxe suites combine superb facilities with relaxing surroundings, while the Library, Butlers Restaurant, the light and airy Conservatory, and the intimate bar cater for every culinary whim or inclination.
About The Red Carnation Hotel Collection

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection is an award-winning collection of five- and four-star family-run boutique hotels in London, Dorset, Guernsey, Geneva, Florida and South Africa. Each property has its own individual character and unique location that reflects the local environment, culture and cuisine. They all share the qualities central to the Red Carnation’s ethos that win them so many prestigious awards – splendid luxury, generous hospitality, inventive and traditional cuisine, private art collections, passionate service and loyal staff committed to creating richly rewarding experiences for all their guests. For more information about these award-winning hotels and the rest of the Red Carnation Collection, please go to www.redcarnationhotels.com.