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The Kensington Hotel

5.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Natural History Museum

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Suite (The Brompton Suite) | Living area
Wine bar
Suite (The Brompton Suite)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$560
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

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109-113 Queens Gate, South Kensington, London, England, SW7 5LR
  • Place, Natural History Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Albert Hall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite (The Brompton Suite)

Suite (The Brompton Suite)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Cosy)

Room (Cosy)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite (The Knightsbridge Suite)

Suite (The Knightsbridge Suite)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (1 Four Poster Bed)

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (1 Four Poster Bed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (1 Four Poster Bed)

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (1 Four Poster Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Bathroom

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Luxury Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Cozy Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Luxury Studio Suite Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Brompton Suite Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Interior

Knightsbridge Suite Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Twin Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Two Double Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

London

The Kensington Hotel puts you in the heart of London, within just a 10-minute stroll of Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Town House at Kensington, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The K Bar is the hotel's own wine bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and spa services. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel include Science Museum and Royal Albert Hall.

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hyde Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Buckingham Palace - 6 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • South Kensington Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 17 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ESQ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hjem - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zetland Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Urban Baristas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪K Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Natural History Museum
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A fitness centre, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Kensington Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

This London hotel is smoke free.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1870
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Kensington Hotel offers 150 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 40 for adults and GBP 40 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Tea service

Restaurants on site

  • The K Bar
  • Town House at Kensington

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

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
  • Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1870
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 40.00 for adults and from GBP 40.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and debit 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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, Barclaycard and debit cards. 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

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Kensington
Kensington Hotel
Kensington Hotel London
The Kensington London, England
The Kensington Hotel Hotel
The Kensington Hotel London
The Kensington Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Kensington Hotel?

The 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 The Kensington Hotel?

As of 11 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on 2 Nov 2025 start from AU$560.29, 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 there a spa on site at The Kensington Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

What makes The Kensington Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Kensington Hotel.

Is The Kensington Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and babysitting services, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Kensington Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Kensington Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, English breakfast is available weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Kensington Hotel?

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

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

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

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 751 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Great location to explore Chelsea & area

Small rooms. Comfy. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s a lovely hotel in an elegant part of town. There were a few glitches on check in (room wasn’t ready at 3:00, check in time, and then a first floor was given after upper floor was requested), but thereafter everything was pleasantly smooth.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

molly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible service and loved all the walkable restaurants. Bed was uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kensington is a quaint boutique hotel that I know I’ll want to return to! The restaurant, lounge, and tea areas are beautifully and tastefully decorated, offering a perfect balance of luxury and comfort while honoring the building’s historic charm in the most elegant way. It all feels lush and refined. The staff is outstanding—warm, courteous, and always ready to help. The doormen, in particular, add a special touch with their friendliness and thoughtful conversation while you wait for your ride. And the location? Possibly my favorite part. As a first-time visitor to London, I wanted to be close to the main attractions—but not too close. This hotel delivered exactly that. Tucked away in a quiet, upscale neighborhood, it felt like a peaceful retreat far from the hustle and bustle, yet I could easily walk to most major sights. A true hidden gem that feels like another world. All in all, it was a fabulous stay. I can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, superb service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

A memorable stay at the Kensington Hotel

We were extremely pleased with our stay at the Kensington. The room was great, the service was excellent. Can’t say enough good things about it. The location was also a positive. We wouldn’t consider staying anywhere else if we go back to London.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Short Stay

Fantastic staff got an early check in and very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for what we wanted
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion, Palm Beach

Travelled with partner
Location and amenities. Great food. Nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kadian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service from the moment we arrived. This hotel truly lived up to its 5 star rating. The location provided easy access to the metro, and was central and extremely safe. Plenty to do and if you do not feel like leaving the hotel, you could easily dine in as well. This hotel is worth every penny and will be the only place I stay in London when I return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Nice attention to details.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent and the hotel is beautiful however, we paid $916 for 2 nights and our room’s only small window overlooked the building mechanics and litter. We were overcharged for breakfast and it took two times to get the price right. What was supposed to be a splurge was disappointing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Travelled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Exceeded my expectations

Everything was lovely and exceeded my expectations
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Travelled with family
Lovely hotel. Recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Service was impeccable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay there
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Cypress

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful hotel! Staff was amazing. Neighborhood was walkable and close to museums. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025