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The Kensington Hotel
5 stars

The Kensington Hotel

109-113 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London, SW7 5LP, United Kingdom
+44 207 589 6300
From
$284
Cheapest

rate per night

8.7
Great

based on 452 reviews

The Kensington Hotel
Sun 4/21
Thu 4/25
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room
$284
Double room
$288
Queen room
$365
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About The Kensington Hotel

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

The Kensington Hotel offers guests stylish and charming lodgings in the heart of one of London’s chicest neighborhoods. It’s ideal for business travelers, couples, families, and those who desire traditional English service in modern London.

Located in South Kensington, The Kensington Hotel is just steps away from thriving Cromwell Road and Gloucester Road tube station. Guests here will be delighted by the hotel’s proximity to many top attractions, including Royal Albert Hall, Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, Natural History Museum, and Saatchi Gallery.

Accommodations are comfy and well-appointed. Guests may choose Classic Rooms with choice of beds, Studio Suites with four-poster beds, The Knightsbridge Suite with balconies, two bathrooms, and sitting areas, or The Kensington Suites with three bedrooms, four bathrooms, and two balconies.

Town House, the onsite restaurant, serves guests breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner with cuisine focused on seasonal produce. For exceptional cocktail served in an inviting setting, K Bar is the place to go. The hotel is also steps away from some of London’s hottest dining and drinking establishments.

The 24-7 fitness center and the wellness spa are some of guests’ favorite amenities at The Kensington Hotel. There are also business services, as well as laundry and dry-cleaning facilities. Thanks to its charming banquet rooms, the hotel is an ideal spot for hosting business and social functions.

Whether in London for business or pleasure, a stay at The Kensington Hotel allows guests to experience traditional English hospitality while still enjoying all the necessary modern conveniences.

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Latest deals for The Kensington Hotel

Sun 4/21
Thu 4/25
Classic room
1 queen bed
$284
1 queen bed
$289
bed type unknown
$289
Deluxe room
1 king bed
$566
1 queen bed
$571
bed type unknown
$638
Luxury room
bed type unknown
$894
bed type unknown
$895
bed type unknown
$895
King room
bed type unknown
$382
bed type unknown
$386
bed type unknown
$558
Double room
bed type unknown
$288
bed type unknown
$288
bed type unknown
$296
Queen room
bed type unknown
$365
bed type unknown
$367
bed type unknown
$422

*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at The Kensington Hotel

  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business center
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow

Bathroom

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

General

  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Things to do

  • Gift shop

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Spa

  • Spa

Reviews of The Kensington Hotel

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8.7
Very goodBased on 452 verified guest reviews
8.8Families
8.7Couples
8.7Solo
8.4Friends
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Our second stay and still our favorite hotel in London. Absolutely superior service, stunning decor, fabulous food, and lovely location. We'll be back again and again!
Cons:Rooms are small but adequate. Semi-see-through bathroom door was odd and not ideal for more than 1 person staying in the room.
A
9.1 Wonderful
Pros:I loved the location of the hotel. Very close to South Kensington subway which runs directly to Heathrow. The hotel is also close to the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Natural History museum and not far from Hyde Park. I also loved the staff. Very friendly from Veronica at check-in to the help by the bell staff.
Cons:The room was a little smaller than anticipated and the view from the room was of a building next door...
N
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Beautiful hotel, excellent staff, great location.
Cons:The twin bed was a little small.
A
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Really good location walking distance to museums and shopping (Harrod's). Staff were great and accommodating. Love the décor in the lobby and public areas. As a female traveler - bath products are Aromatherapy and the hair dryer has good power. I would stay here next time I am in London.
Cons:My room was a little small but still very comfortable and clean.
A
6.2 Okay
Pros:Ultra quiet room. Good bar. Good location
Cons:Used Kayak to request an early check-in (1 hr) to make a confidential business call. Automessage from hotel "could not commit" to this. Arrived 90 mins early to plead my case, but didn't get access till 10 mins prior to 3pm check-in. In other words, they placed zero priority on this simple ask despite having 4 hrs between departure and check-in. Also requested a room with a desk and accessible outlets, but got a room with no desk at all - and only accessible outlets were under the television, across the room at the head of the bed. Lighting in room was terrible. Very slow service in the restaurant
I
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:This hotel is so beautiful, amalgam of charming English style with some bold fashion details Hotel rooms are gorgeous, all are renovated, free WiFi, complimentary coffee and tea in the room, good size closet and 24 h room service! Location is tremendous few minutes walk to a shopping area including Harrods mall, there are many restaurants and cafes near by as well, from fancy 5 star French to little local bars, all are great! If you are about explore the city, right on the corner from the hotel there are few museums, Hyde Park and Kensington palace! Safe, clean neighborhood, 3min walk to the South Ken Tube Station, just perfect! I am very happy with the hotel, staff is so friendly and very helpful
J
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Loved the location, the staff, the overall comfort of the hotel. It was perfect. Highly recommend the hotel to anyone wanting to be in the south kensington area.
W
9.3 Wonderful
Pros:Great location, staff was excellent.
Cons:A bit old, but so is most of London, - minor compared to the benefits, it was in good condition given how old building was.
N
8.6 Very good
Pros:- turndown service - chocolates on pillows - let me check-in early - helped me secure a taxi for wherever I was going - friendly attentive staff

Location

109-113 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London, SW7 5LP

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum0.3 mi
  • Victoria and Albert Museum0.4 mi
  • Science Museum0.4 mi
  • Hyde Park1 mi
  • Buckingham Palace1.7 mi
  • St James's Palace1.9 mi
  • Churchill War Rooms2.2 mi
  • Piccadilly Circus2.2 mi
  • Westminster Abbey2.2 mi
  • Palace of Westminster2.3 mi
  • Big Ben2.4 mi
  • National Gallery2.4 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Kensington Hotel

Low season

February

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

$430

Average price (weekend night)

$452
Cheapest month to stay with an average 17% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 39% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Kensington Hotel

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Top tips for your stay at The Kensington Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Kensington Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Kensington Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Kensington Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $358, while the most expensive was $459.
  • How long should you stay at The Kensington Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at The Kensington Hotel

  • Where is The Kensington Hotel located?

    The Kensington Hotel is located at 109-113 Queen's Gate, South Kensington in Kensington and Chelsea, 2.3 miles from the center of London. Natural History Museum is the closest landmark to The Kensington Hotel.

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

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at The Kensington Hotel.

  • Does The Kensington Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Kensington Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Kensington Hotel from the airport?

    The Kensington Hotel is 9.7 miles from London City.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Kensington Hotel hotel deals?

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to city center

2.3 mi

Nearest Airport

London City

Distance to airport

9.8 mi