Why Knightsbridge is a Great Place to Work and Play

Knightsbridge has long been considered a key retail district for London’s wealthiest residents, as well as a destination for shoppers from all over the world — a fact recognised by the London Plan, which designated the area as one of London’s two international retail centres (the other being within the West End).

At its epicentre lies Europe’s biggest department store, Harrods, which is so large it has its own postcode: SW1X 7XL. To the east is the older Harvey Nichols, which opened its flagship store’s doors in 1831. But it’s not just retail behemoths that call this prestigious area home. Plenty of other businesses inhabit the varied office space in Knightsbridge, with many of the large, residential properties converted to commercial use and some of the leading serviced office operators now in the area. That makes the range of office space in Knightsbridge as good as anywhere else in the capital.

Knightsbridge is also well-connected and brings all the benefits of an SW1 postcode. That includes unrivalled shopping, plenty of good bars and restaurants, gyms, green spaces and a world-class arts scene, with the Royal Albert Hall, Royal College of Art, the Science Museum and V&A all nearby. That’s more than enough to make your Knightsbridge office well worth the commute.

Commuting to Knightsbridge

Knightsbridge stations

Knightsbridge Underground Station, Zone 1, Brompton Road, SW1X 7XL
Piccadilly Line

Hyde Park Corner Underground Station, Zone 1, Knightsbridge, SW1X 7LY
Piccadilly Line

Sloane Square Underground Station, Zone 1, Sloane Square, SW1W 8BB
Circle Line
District Line

South Kensington Underground Station, Zone 1, Pelham St, W7 2NB
Circle Line
District Line
Piccadilly Line

Knightsbridge buses

9, N9, 14, 19, N19, 22, N22, 23, 52, 70, 74, N74, N97, 137, N137, 360, 414 & 452

Things To Do In Knightsbridge

The idea of an area being walkable is something that many modern employees crave. It allows them to get out of the office and access the amenities they don’t have at home, without needing to use any annual leave or weekends. Just south of Hyde Park, Knightsbridge skirts London’s largest green space — perfect for lunchtime running, a walking meeting or simply a stroll. The area also has a generous offering of pubs, restaurants and shops, particularly on both sides of Brompton Road, which is the main thoroughfare in the district.

Harrods

Harrods is the beating heart of Knightsbridge to many, with over 1.1 million square feet of upmarket retail space. Its 300-plus departments are packed full of everything you could need and more. There are also several good eateries inside where you can sup tea or grab a bite to eat and refuel, with some exceptionally good food that’s gourmet, yet fast.

Harvey Nichols

There’s a lot more to Knightsbridge than fantastic shopping, but its two historic department stores are certainly worth a mention. Harvey Nichols is the place to go in London for cutting-edge fashion, with designer brands including Valentino, Versace and Alexander McQueen. It also has an in-house spa and salon for express beauty treatments as well as a top-floor food court and terrace with views over Knightsbridge.

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Hyde Park Corner

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Best for team building

When you’re done for the day, you and the team can enjoy Knightsbridge’s thriving after-hours scene. There are some excellent venues where you can welcome new hires, celebrate new deals and congratulate the team on a job well done.

Zuma

Knightbridge’s Zuma restaurant offers a sophisticated twist on the Japanese izakaya style of informal dining. This is as close as Japanese cuisine gets to pub grub, with small plates designed for sharing in a laid-back but still sophisticated atmosphere.

Feya Knightsbridge

Feya Cafe is an elegant, Instagram-famous spot that’s known for its delicious brunch menu, afternoon tea and forest-inspired, powder pink decor. Whether it’s team lunches or impromptu brainstorming sessions with cake, this cute cafe will get you thinking and the conversations flowing.

Best for out-of-office meetings

Whether it’s drinks or dining, step out of your Knightsbridge office and straight into high-class bars and restaurants that will impress your clients.

The Alfred Tennyson

The Alfred Tennyson is a bustling British gastropub that offers a relaxed atmosphere for a drink as well as a more formal upstairs dining room serving modern European cuisine. There’s also an intimate, wood-panelled dining room, called The Boardroom, available for hire for private meetings and events.

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park

Few places do five-star luxury quite like the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park. For important meetings, the famed Afternoon Tea room, Japanese izakaya and magnificent bar will not disappoint. It’s also home to the two-Michelin-starred Dinner by Heston Blumenthal. It’s one of the most sought-after restaurants in the city, so be sure to book well in advance.

Best for wellbeing

Whether you want to work out or wind down, office space in Knightsbridge is within easy reach of some of the city’s finest green spaces and some excellent gyms.

Knightsbridge parks and gardens

When you want time out of the office, Hyde Park, which is London’s largest green space, is the perfect spot for a walk, a run or even a swim in the picturesque Serpentine Lido. It also has a year-round programme of cultural activities and events.

Knightsbridge gyms

Knightsbridge offices are within easy reach of everything you and your staff need to stay in good shape. Workout in style at the Peak Fitness Club & Spa, which has an indoor swimming pool that’s bathed in natural light and a fitness centre with panoramic views across London. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental offers an enormous range of treatments as well as a hydrotherapy pool, ice room, fitness classes and a beautiful 17-metre, twin-lane swimming pool.