109-113 Queens Gate, South Kensington, London, England, SW7 5LR
What's nearby
Natural History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Victoria and Albert Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Royal Albert Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Hyde Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Buckingham Palace - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 36 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN) - 45 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 46 min drive
London City Airport (LCY) - 60 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 81 min drive
Kensington (Olympia) Station - 4 min drive
London Imperial Wharf Station - 4 min drive
West Brompton Station - 17 min walk
South Kensington Underground Station - 5 min walk
Gloucester Road Underground Station - 7 min walk
West Brompton Underground Station - 17 min walk
Restaurants
Urban Baristas - 2 min walk
Gourmet Burger Kitchen - 4 min walk
Zetland Arms - 3 min walk
K Bar - 1 min walk
The Hereford Arms, South Kensington - 4 min walk
About this property
The Kensington Hotel
When you stay at The Kensington Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Natural History Museum and Imperial College London. Guests can indulge in massages, and Town House at Kensington serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a fitness center and a bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: South Kensington Underground Station is 5 minutes and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 7 minutes.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Dining
Town House at Kensington - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
The K Bar - Onsite wine bar. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 40.00 for adults and GBP 40.00 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hotel Kensington
Kensington Hotel
Kensington Hotel London
The Kensington London, England
The Kensington Hotel Hotel
The Kensington Hotel London
The Kensington Hotel Hotel London
Frequently asked questions
Does The Kensington Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Kensington Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Kensington Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Kensington Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Kensington Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Kensington Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Kensington Hotel and nearby?
The Kensington Hotel has a fitness center and spa services.
Are there restaurants at or near The Kensington Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Town House at Kensington.
What's the area around The Kensington Hotel like?
The Kensington Hotel is in London City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from South Kensington Underground Station and 6 minutes' walk from Natural History Museum.
The Kensington Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
December 9, 2024
I would not stay here again!!
The hotel and room were nice but my view was the back of another building. That i could live with but i was so cold, because the heating would either not come on and/or stay on. I had to keep phoning reception for them to turn my heating up/on. After the third time i was just annoyed given this is a 5 star hotel and i paid the advertised rate to be there for a number of days.
Apart from the heating issue things were fine. The staff were friendly and professional but i will be staying at the Hyatt Regency Churchill hotel when i return to London in 6 weeks time.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
December 5, 2024
Gilda
Gilda, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
October 23, 2024
Overrated
SW7 (South West London) is one of the best Post Codes in the entire city and country, lovely buildings / restaurants and plenty of historic sites to see so you expect the hotel to be on a par with it’s surroundings and for some parts it was: restaurant/ bar/ lobby area - all really nice.
We’d stayed in the area on many occasions before but thought this time we would try The Kensington. Booked the std room - (which to be fair hadn’t done in any of the other previous hotel stays) but never checked the room square footage (or meterage as it was). The bathroom ( no joking) was less than 4sq metres - maybe closer to 3- probably the smallest bathroom I have ever had anywhere in the world. From the centre- I could literally touch any of the 4 walls without moving from my spot. I could touch the left side/ right / front and back all from the centre. The bedroom ( having moved from the first given room) was 13-15sqm, like a box and not value for money at £450/ night (in my mind). I didn’t particularly enjoy the stay but don’t get me wrong it is still a nice hotel. Special shout out to Lucian - very helpful. Checkin person in question- a little less so! Oh yes, don’t try and ask for a drink after 10:30pm (weekdays). Bar closes at this time.
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
October 14, 2024
Loved it. Great service. Would return
Todd
Todd, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
October 8, 2024
A lovely stay with no drama
Very friendly and polite staff. Room was well-appointed and in excellent condition.
Steven
Steven, 3-night business trip
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2/10 Poor
September 23, 2024
Martin
Martin, 9-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
September 17, 2024
Astrid K C
Astrid K C, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 14, 2024
sidalha
sidalha, 7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 11, 2024
You have to consider this property as one of the best 5 star values. Absolutely the best
John
John, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
September 9, 2024
The place is not clean and not comfortable.
Mei
Mei, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
September 7, 2024
Wonderful small hotel in a great area but honestly the rooms are so small that there’s barely room to turn around. Not worth it.
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 7, 2024
Amazing facilities and staff. Would definitely stay here again!
Brandon
Brandon, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
September 5, 2024
Sylvester
Sylvester, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 3, 2024
Susan
Susan, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 30, 2024
Consistently my favorite hotel in London. Beautiful. Clean rooms. Great amenities and a wonderful staff. Walking distance to all the museums and great shopping. We love it here! We will return soon!
Sydney
Sydney, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
August 25, 2024
The Kensington is always welcoming.
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
August 19, 2024
The Kensington is my new favorite hotel! It couldn’t have been more perfect from the gorgeous exterior to the lovely interior space, exceptional staff - especially George the Concierge- and the roomy and nicely decorated rooms. Can’t wait to go back!!
Amanda
Amanda, 8-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
August 7, 2024
Best stay in London
Although my room did not have a great view, my stay at the Kingston was fantastic. The staff is incredible…and I mean everyone from house keeping to concierge. Super attentive and helpful.
Astrid K C
Astrid K C, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
August 6, 2024
rehan
rehan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 28, 2024
Love this hotel and location!
Nausheen
Nausheen, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 22, 2024
The property is well located and the staff is what made it great. Diana at the bar was amazing and walked our cocktails to our room when checking in. She mentioned our room didn't look up to par and so they comped a round of drinks and helped us get upgraded the next day. Gabby at the front desk was amazing and she was so helpful when we ran into a mechanical issue and had the staff move our rooms