Ellen Kensington

4 stars
18-26 Barkston Gardens, London, SW5 0EN, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
8.0
Very good
based on 798 reviews
798 reviews
Thu 11/13
-
Fri 11/14
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$119
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
$119
Standard room
$160
Double room
$163
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Overview

Hotel with a restaurant, near Kensington High Street This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite. Ellen Kensington offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in June 2024.
8.0
Very good rating
Based on 798 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Ellen Kensington

Thu 11/13
Fri 11/14
Double room
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$163
nightly with fees
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$171
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1 twin bed
$174
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Deluxe room
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$183
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$264
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$267
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Superior room
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$175
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$208
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$212
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Classic room
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$184
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$189
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$208
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Standard room
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$160
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Queen room
1 queen bed
$181
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1 queen bed
$231
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King room
1 king bed
$119
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1 king bed
$260
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Ellen Kensington

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Delivered food is securely covered

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Elevator
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Coffee machine

General

  • Garden view
  • Slippers
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming service
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Ellen Kensington

8.0
Very good
798 verified ratings
Wonderful
333
Very good
193
Good
130
Okay
56
Fair
36
Mediocre
18
Poor
32

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location, friendly staff, and delicious breakfast options. However, many reviews highlighted issues with room size, cleanliness, and noise levels, particularly in certain rooms. Overall, while some guests enjoyed their stay, others felt it did not meet the expectations of a 5-star hotel.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
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Location

18-26 Barkston Gardens, London, SW5 0EN

What's nearby

  • Harrods1.3 mi
  • Hyde Park1.3 mi
  • Oxford Street2.1 mi
  • Buckingham Palace2.2 mi
  • Piccadilly Circus2.7 mi
  • Palace of Westminster2.9 mi
  • Leicester Square2.9 mi
  • Charing Cross2.9 mi
  • Trafalgar Square2.9 mi
  • Big Ben2.9 mi
  • Central London2.9 mi
  • Strand3.2 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Essential information about Ellen Kensington

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February
September
$260
$235
Cheapest month to stay with an average 35% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 44% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Ellen Kensington

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Ellen Kensington

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Ellen Kensington, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Ellen Kensington, plan to stay on a Sunday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Ellen Kensington was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $228, while the most expensive was $228.
  • How long should you stay at Ellen Kensington? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at Ellen Kensington

  • Where is Ellen Kensington located?

    Ellen Kensington is located at 18-26 Barkston Gardens in Kensington and Chelsea, 2.9 miles from the center of London. Harrods is the closest landmark to Ellen Kensington.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Ellen Kensington?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Ellen Kensington.

  • Does Ellen Kensington offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Ellen Kensington offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Ellen Kensington from the airport?

    Ellen Kensington is 10.4 miles from London City.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Ellen Kensington hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Ellen Kensington in London and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Ellen Kensington and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Ellen Kensington.

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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.9
2.9 mi
London City
10.4 mi

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