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Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with full-service spa, near Kensington Palace

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Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel

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Indoor pool
Exterior
Suite, 1 Bedroom
Coffee shop
Exterior

Overview of Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel

Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

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  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

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Wrights Lane, Kensington, London, England, W8 5SP
  • Popular LocationKensington Palace14 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Albert Hall19 min walk
  • Popular LocationBuckingham Palace8 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)28 min drive

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite, 2 Single Beds

Suite, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Room amenity

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

London

Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel puts you in the heart of London, within a 20-minute stroll of Kensington Palace and Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Imagine can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body wraps along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Boulevard Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym and sauna as well as access to aerobics classes. Plus you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this London City Centre hotel, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Royal Albert Hall and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Buckingham Palace.

What's nearby

  • Kensington Palace - 14 min walk
  • Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre - 18 min walk
  • Royal Albert Hall - 19 min walk
  • Buckingham Palace - 8 min drive
  • Big Ben - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • High Street Kensington Station - 4 min walk
  • West Brompton Underground Station - 20 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dishoom - 5 min walk
  • McDonald's - 4 min walk
  • Japan House - 4 min walk
  • Akira - 5 min walk
  • The Ivy Kensington Brasserie - 4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel

Hotel with full-service spa, near Kensington Palace
Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A sauna, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This London hotel is smoke free.

  • 706 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1960
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel offers 706 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Imagine has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

Czech, English, French, Hungarian, Italian, Lithuanian, Polish, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (GBP 45 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 7 AM–10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 17.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Boulevard Restaurant
  • Lounge Bar
  • Starbucks

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 8 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1960
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.95 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 45 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night
  • Facilities fee: GBP 5.00 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; swimming pool; fitness facilities

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 10 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Close Hotel
Kensington Close
Kensington Close Hotel
Holiday Inn London Kensington Hotel
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Holiday Inn High St. Hotel
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London Holiday Inn
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel?

As of 23 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel on 28 Apr 2024 start from AU$197.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel has a self car park for GBP 45 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a spa on site at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Imagine is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as prenatal massages.

Does Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, our guests enjoy the full breakfast here! Offered weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10 AM and weekends between 7 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel?

No, Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 1492 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 463 out of 1492 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 245 out of 1492 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 151 out of 1492 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 137 out of 1492 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Davide

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed several times but won’t be going back
Disappointing stay this time and won’t be booking again. Room allocated was a shoe-box and the bathroom tiny. With luggage it was impossible to move. After requesting an alternative we were able to upgrade but had to pay another 25% of each nightly cost to do so (we had hoped having been a regular visitor to the hotel, it might be complimentary but sadly not). On the 2nd night there seemed to be some sort of construction happening above our room, which went on literally all night so very little sleep. Had a couple of drinks in the bar and service was good. Clean room, decent location and good for Royal Albert Hall. The hotel is tired and there are better places to stay for similar money nearby so this will be our last visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Oksana

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Carl

Business traveller
Disliked: Room comfort
It was ok - dont pay too much
Having the pool makes it. However the room had a broken window catch and the air conditioning would not blow hot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Adequate
Common areas look high end but standard rooms are definitely no-frills. There are also none of the usual things in the bathroom so don't forget your toothpaste. Take your own robes/slippers for the pool as they're not provided unless you book a spa treatment. The day we went the hotel didn't receive their laundry of towels so there weren't even any towels available for the pool. We rang ahead about the parking and, whilst it advertises parking, its expensive and on a first come first serve basis. There are much cheaper ones in the area so shop around. Breakfast was good though and the beds comfortable. All in all it's adequate if you're not expecting more from the website photos of the reception and common areas (which are nice). Just about manages to be value for money for the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
There was no water bottle in the room. No proper shampoo and soap in washroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristin

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Weekend Trip
Rooms not particularly clean - hair on toilet, stains on towels. Rooms freezing and thermostat didn’t seem to work. Requested a wake up call - never received.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was nice but a little small. Staff on room service was rude and not helpful at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024