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Merit Kensington Hotel

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel in London with a 24-hour front desk

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Premium suite double/twin with a garden view
Reception
Premium suite double/twin with a garden view | Terrace/patio
Restaurant

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Explore the area

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12, 16-18 & 24 Penywern Road, Earls Court, London, England, SW5 9SU
  • Place, Stamford Bridge Stadium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Buckingham Palace
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Quadruple Room

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Budget Single Room

Budget Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium suite double/twin with a garden view

Premium suite double/twin with a garden view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Budget Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

London

Merit Kensington Hotel places you in the centre of London, within a 30-minute stroll of Stamford Bridge Stadium and Hyde Park. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find multilingual staff, a front desk safe and a lift. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 4-property class London City Centre hotel, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Buckingham Palace and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Piccadilly Circus.

What's nearby

  • Stamford Bridge Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Buckingham Palace - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Big Ben - 9 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 10 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Earl's Court Station - 4 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 7 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Courtfield - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Blackbird, Earl's Court - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Merit Kensington Hotel

Victorian hotel in London with a 24-hour front desk
Merit Kensington Hotel offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a front desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Victorian London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Merit Kensington Hotel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [16-18 Penywern Road, London SW5 9SU]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 100 per stay

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 17 per person

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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel
Merit Kensington Hotel London
Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Merit Kensington Hotel?

Merit Kensington Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Merit Kensington Hotel?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merit Kensington Hotel on 19 Oct 2025 start from AU$230.79, 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.

Does Merit Kensington Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Merit Kensington Hotel?

No, Merit Kensington Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Merit Kensington Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Merit Kensington Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Merit Kensington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 276 out of 566 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 566 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 566 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 566 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 566 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Raj

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Synneve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The AC was blasting in our room and made for an excellent night of rest.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay! Small but very clean room - would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Brandon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Even though the property was lovely and the staff were friendly the overall stay wasnt the greatest. Small room and bed was just a pull out sofa bed. Another couple that were staying in the room next to ours managed to gain access to our room which we werent overally pleased about.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sorinna

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, small, but nice and clean, close to the underground, Earl station, very convenient to all lines.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jane

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good- not a bad position Bad- we got there after a long day of walking in 30 degree heat, the reception was in 1 building, so the gentleman gave us key for another building so took the heavy case didn't ask if i wanted any help. Went to try and get in the building but it didnt fit but the gentleman wanted us to go to him!!!! Eventually he came but he didnt offer to carry the case as the room was actually in a 3rd building! The room was really small and if you wanted to go to the toilet you had to leave the door open as it was too small 😒. Our next issue was the drug taking openly 5 doors down. I would definitely not stay here again. Also if your a fan of tea/coffee beware of asking for more as they ask for your room number.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

The

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bed was abaolitely horribe, objectively. At first I thought it felt like a waterbed but it simultaneously had many shary and uncomfortable bits pokimg out of it. The area and everything else was what I needed, but I don't think there's an excuse for having the matress in that condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nib
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diedra

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is a hotel that houses travelers on tours primarily. The rooms are compact, but modern, clean, and quiet. Make sure that you get a room where the air conditioning works. They booked me in a room on a five nights stay where the air air-conditioning did not work. I had to vehemently complain, but finally they changed my room after two nights. Not the most attentive front desk/reception.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Shala

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

A

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Satu

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms, good location for the tube with restaurants and pubs nearby too
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Poh Imm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located close to the high street and Earl’s Court train station. Lots of options for restaurants and fast food. Room was clean however very narrow and small. Bathroom door does not close fully. If staying here, ask for a room not on the lower ground level as you can hear the footsteps/any noise from floor above and loud noises from housekeeping starting their day in the morning (it’s impossible to sleep in, be prepared to be woken up early).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were a good size, comfortable and modern. Great location and close to the shops, restaurants and tube
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025