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The Kensington Hotel

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The Kensington Hotel
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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.5

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at The Kensington Hotel

The luxurious Kensington Hotel is situated in the heart of South Kensington and within a 20-minute stroll of Harrods, Harvey Nichols and The Royal Albert Hall. The Natural History Museum and The V&A are just 5 minutes on foot. A state-of-the-art fitness room is provided for exclusive use of the hotel’s guests. Free WiFi, luxury bed linen and a large flat-screen TV are included in each room at The Kensington Hotel, as well as an en suite bathroom. The Town House Bar & Restaurant has a magnificent lounge area with period drawing rooms. Its setting offers a blend of traditional and contemporary features, and is an ideal location for for afternoon tea, lunch or evening dinners. South Kensington tube station is only 450 metres away and offers direct access to the heart of the West End & Heathrow Airport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the real heart of London, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Small Double Room
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Breakfast US$54
  • 1 double bed
US$1,299 for 3 nights
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Studio Suite
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Breakfast US$54
  • 1 large double bed
US$2,237 for 3 nights
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Luxury Suite
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Breakfast US$54
  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$2,451 for 3 nights
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Small Double Room
  • 1 double bed
Cot available on request

Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. This double room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Room
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
  • Hearing accessible
Max adults: 2
US$433 per night
Price US$1,299
Excluded: 20 % VAT
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Studio Suite
  • 1 large double bed
Cot available on request

These suites have full-length French windows, a duck-down duvet and 310-count bed linen. There is a flat-screen TV, Nespresso coffee maker, tea-making facilities and free Wi-Fi. The bathroom includes heated floors, bathrobes, slippers and luxury toiletries.

Private suite
323 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$746 per night
Price US$2,237
Excluded: 20 % VAT
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Luxury Suite
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Cot available on request

This luxury suite offers guests a flat-screen TV, Nespresso coffee maker, tea-making facilities and free Wi-Fi. Each suite has an en suite bathroom complete with bathrobes and slippers.

Private suite
366 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$817 per night
Price US$2,451
Excluded: 20 % VAT
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Sustainability

This property has 2 third-party sustainability certifications.
  • ECOsmart
    ECOsmart
  • Green Tourism
    Green Tourism

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Exceptional staff. Beautiful hotel. Really enjoyed our stay!”
  • Cassandre
    France France
    “We had a perfect stay! Everything was amazing—the staff was incredibly kind and attentive, always making sure we felt welcome. The hotel is both modern and cozy, with a charming, traditional English touch. The intimate atmosphere made it even more...”
  • Paula
    Ireland Ireland
    “Staff are exceptional especially the concierge. They always go above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable.”
  • Annabel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Our room was absolutely perfect and location is fabulous.”
  • Annabel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The staff were incredible and very accommodating. Room was excellent and location was fab!”
  • Katrina
    Australia Australia
    “Have stayed at the Kensington on previous occasions - always great location, fantastic staff. We will return.”
  • Tracey
    Australia Australia
    “Ambience, cleanliness, hospitality, uniqueness and location”
  • Danio
    Italy Italy
    “Very welcoming and polite team and really nicely located. I particularly appreciated the breakfast and the fact that they have a decent gym.”
  • Orla
    Ireland Ireland
    “The staff , were so friendly and helpful, made us feel so welcome !”
  • Tara
    Ireland Ireland
    “Location, friendliness and helpfulness of staff excellent”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Town House
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

The Kensington Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£70 per child, per night
Cot upon request
£35 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£70 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that Classic Rooms cannot accommodate extra beds or cots.

WiFi signal can be found in all bedrooms and some of the public areas.

When booking for 9 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of GBP 35 per pet, per stay applies. Dogs are not accepted in Classic rooms.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.