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Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Room, 1 Single Bed
Lounge
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1 bedroom, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$302
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

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15 Prince of Wales Terrace, London, England, W85PQ
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Albert Hall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 Single Bed

Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

London

At Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy you'll be within steps of popular attractions like Kensington High Street and Kensington Gardens. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include a complimentary breakfast. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find express check-out and a lift. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class London City Centre hotel include Kensington Palace and Imperial College London.

What's nearby

  • Kensington High Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kensington Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hyde Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Natural History Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station - 4 min drive
  • High Street Kensington Station - 8 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Min Jiang - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Goat Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zaika - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Como Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

Victorian hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy also features concierge services, express check-out, and a lift. A complete renovation of Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy was completed in January 2020.

This Victorian London hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy offers 40 accommodations with designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Access code, 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.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Sonder | Kensington Gardens
Sonder at Kensington Gardens
Sonder Kensington Gardens Hotel
Sonder Kensington Gardens London
Sonder at Kensington Prince of Wales
Sonder Kensington Gardens Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy?

Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$302.34, 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 Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors adore the free self-service brekkie here! Offered weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy?

No, Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Kensington Gardens Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 236 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Paul

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Not really a hotel just a basement room, adequate breakfast but needed eggs and ham.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

leonard

Travelled with partner
Good breakfast close to train and buses and food friendly staff clean and tidy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a beautiful area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Small but cute & tidy room. Mini fridge would be handy. Limited breakfast choice, need a protein option such as boiled eggs or cottage cheese. Towel situation not explained properly.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service

I was turned away; had paid four nights in advance

Having paid for four nights up front it was very distressing to be turned away from the hotel, as it was getting dark, for not possessing a bank card (in the event of damage - despite offering a deposit ). I had to pay for another hotel - another four nights in advance. Three weeks later I am still awaiting a refund from Hotels.com Their chat people appeared to be very helpful but after three chats I am still awaiting my refund.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jean

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was located basement. If I knew subject room is in basement, I would never book it. Deceptive description! Room was so small and dark. It feels like a cheap motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fergus

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in central London

I have stayed at this property three times. It is very convenient to the Albert Hall and Kensington Gardens. It’s very quiet and reasonably priced breakfast is included. Continental type I would recommend it. There is also a lift
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Kensington Hotel! Would stay again!

Beautiful hotel wonderfully located! Easy walk to museums, night life, restaurants. Longer walk to the tube, but manageable. AMAZING breakfast buffet! Staff is very helpful when they are onsite. Night number for assistance went unanswered. They are kind in letting people store their luggage, we used that and the staff was amazing! They let me check in a few hours early. Very kind.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ilse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Affordable stay and great breakfast

Simple, good quality hotel. Easy check in, comfy beds, very happy with the spacious basement room whivh was just like the pictures. We enjoyed the continental breakfast whivh was all good quality produce
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surprisingly good property for the price, especially for the areas it’s in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

james r

Liked: Amenities
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location if you're attending an event at The Royal Albert Hall.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area and a really lovely room/interior
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mike and Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
A small cheap hotel located close to what we needed but you get what you pay for. A tiny room, a lift that does not inspire confidence and little support from the few staff that are around.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I am from the US so I based my decision to stay here on the pictures and description of the hotel and room, which are described exactly as is in person. My room was so cute and cozy! It was warm with a nice heater and an option to crack open my window, put the ceiling fan on and enjoy the nice chill of London weather! The staff were super friendly and offered help learning the Underground travel system. I strongly recommend a stay at Sonder!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again

Very pleasant stay, a great location, handy for tube stations and many great places to eat and drink. Walkable if you enjoy romping about London! Right on the door step and the park which is also pretty! Rom had adequate space and facilities for a short stay,
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Kensington comfort

unable to check in via the app. Received instant reply to email from customer services. Was able to checkin on site easily. Large lockers are available so bags can be dropped before checkin. The room was warm, cosy and plenty of room (we were in a basement with good natural light).most of all we felt safe. Good choice of bars and restaurants within a 2 minute walk. Perfect location for Albert hall and Kensington gardens. Tucked away off the main road in a desirable residential area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a quiet area about 15 min walk from the tube. The room was clean and comfortable. I stayed in a single room and it was perfect for my needs. Staff were helpful when I needed their help. Breakfast had a nice choice of friut, breads & pastries, meat & cheese. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Sonder kensington - the most comfortable stay

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Maria Paula, Bogota

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024