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Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel

4.5 star property
Victorian hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre

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Room (Cosy)
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
The current price is AU$410
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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61 Gloucester Road, Kensington, London, England, SW7 4PE
  • Place, Natural History Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Albert Hall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Honeysuckle Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Frette Italian bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Single Room | View from room

Classic Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Frette Italian bed sheets
Bathrobes
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room (Cosy)

Room (Cosy)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Frette Italian bed sheets
Bathrobes
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium King Room

Premium King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Frette Italian bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room (2AD+1CH)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite (2AD+1CH)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Frette Italian bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Honeysuckle Suite (2+1)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Honeysuckle Suite (2+1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Frette Italian bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Strawberry Thief Master Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Strawberry Thief Master Suite (2+1)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Strawberry Thief Master Suite (2+1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Frette Italian bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Premium King Size Bed

  • Sleeps 3

Honeysuckle Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Strawberry Thief Master Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Strawberry Thief Master Suite (2+1)

  • Sleeps 2

Honeysuckle Suite (2+1)

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room (2Ad+1Ch)

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite (2Ad+1Ch)

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

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A luxury stay in London awaits you at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour business centre. .The brasserie, Hispania Kensington, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. 76 square feet (7 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4.5-property class London City Centre hotel include Science Museum and Royal Albert Hall.

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Natural History Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hyde Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 1 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 19 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Stanhope Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop Gloucester Road - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Humphrey's Bar & Brasserie - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel

Victorian hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre and 3 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 76 square feet (7 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel.

This 4.5-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 81 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 76 sq ft of conference space
  • 7 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1789
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel offers 81 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with digital channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hispania Kensington

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 76 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1789
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Any other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 22 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Service fee: 5 per cent

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Stay Safe with Meliá (Meliá)
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 cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. No on-site parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Stay Safe with Meliá (Meliá) guidelines.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Rydges Kensington London Hotel
Rydges Hotel London Kensington
Hotel London Kensington managed Meliá
Rydges London Kensington
Hotel London Rydges
Rydges
Rydges Kensington London England
Rydges Kensington London Hotel London
Rydges Kensington Plaza London
Rydges London
London Kensington managed Meliá
Hotel Rydges Kensington Plaza
Melia London Kensington
Hotel London Kensington managed by Melia
Hotel London Kensington managed by Meliá
Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel Hotel
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Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

As of 4 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel on 4 Jan 2026 start from AU$410.28, 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.

What makes Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus Frette Italian sheets in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel.

Does Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is on offer weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

No, Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.