The Kensington Hotel

5-star Hotel with Fitness center

5 stars
8.6
Very good
based on 933 reviews
933 verified ratings
109-113 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London, SW7 5LP
109-113 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London
+44 207 589 6300
Fri 10/30
-
Sat 10/31
2 guests, 1 room
Deals from
$266
/Cheapest rate per night
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Nightly total
Double room
$266
Standard room
$315
Executive room
$365
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About The Kensington Hotel, London

Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.5
Services
8.8
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.1
The Kensington Hotel provides 5-star accommodation in South Kensington. It also offers an express check-in and check-out feature, 24-hour room service and a coffee bar. A variety of premium services are available for guests of The Kensington Hotel, like babysitting/child services, valet parking and a concierge. Staff are available 24/7 and can help with booking tours and tickets. The rooms at Kensington Hotel have a flat-screen TV, a mini bar and slippers. Bathrooms are filled with necessities such as bathrobes and a hair dryer. Kensington Hotel London's premium facilities include a modern bar and an in-house restaurant. The Kensington Hotel is close to London's famous attractions, with Natural History Museum London and Victoria and Albert Museum just a 10-minute stroll away. Science Museum, Imperial College London and Royal Albert Hall are also found within walking distance.

The Kensington Hotel room price & deals

Fri 10/30
-
Sat 10/31
Luxury room
bed type unknown
$773
nightly with fees
Executive room
1 queen bed
$365
nightly with fees
Queen room
bed type unknown
$530
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
$266
nightly with fees
Classic room
bed type unknown
$394
nightly with fees
Standard room
bed type unknown
$315
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
1 king bed
$415
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business center
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Newspapers
  • Storage available
  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Wedding services
  • Safety deposit box
  • Flexible event space
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Multi-lingual staff
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Allergy-free room
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Continental breakfast
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Smart TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Fold-up bed
  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttle

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Babysitting/child services (surcharge)

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Gym

Spa

  • Spa
  • Massage

Things to do

  • Gift shop

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

8.6
Very good933 verified ratings
Pros +
  • "Great location, very nice staff, lovely lobby" (in 112 reviews)
  • Lovely kind helpful reception staff. (in 120 reviews)
  • We didn't get our room cool enough for the heat spell. (in 1 review)
Cons -
  • Locality to tube station. (in 1 review)
  • Carpet looking a bit tired. (in 6 reviews)
  • Some of the rooms are old. (in 26 reviews)

The Kensington Hotel room booking info

Value for money

8.1

Location rating

9.5

Distance to city center

2.3 mi

Nearest Airport

London City

Distance to airport

9.8 mi

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Frequently asked questions

  • How does The Kensington Hotel compare to other 5 star hotels in London?

    5 star hotels in London typically cost $759/night, but The Kensington Hotel is typically available for $343/night, and is rated equally to its competitors.

  • How far is The Kensington Hotel from London City?

    There are 9.8 mi between London City and The Kensington Hotel. The drive to and from the airport should be about 29 mins, depending on traffic. Take into account high traffic times, especially near more metropolitan areas.

  • What is the best way to get to The Kensington Hotel from London City?

    If you intend on renting a car to travel from London City to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that The Kensington Hotel offers parking on site. Car rentals in the area typically go for $13/day for a base model rental. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to The Kensington Hotel. The nearest airport to the hotel is London City.

  • Is The Kensington Hotel pet-friendly?

    The Kensington Hotel welcomes pets at their venue.

  • Are there food options at The Kensington Hotel?

    The Kensington Hotel does have a restaurant on site that guests and non-guests can use. Ask the front desk for kitchen hours or call The Kensington Hotel at +44 207 589 6300. One of the easiest dining options for London guests staying in The Kensington Hotel is to get room service, which is available to all hotel guests.

  • Does The Kensington Hotel have a pool?

    Unfortunately, our data does not specify if there is a pool at The Kensington Hotel. We would recommend calling the hotel’s front desk to confirm. The phone number for The Kensington Hotel is +44 207 589 6300.

  • How close is The Kensington Hotel to London city center?

    The city center nearest to The Kensington Hotel is London, which is 2.3 mi away from the hotel’s front door. There, you can find Big Ben, which is a popular sight in the area.

  • What is the phone number for The Kensington Hotel?

    For questions regarding the hotel or your stay at The Kensington Hotel, call +44 207 589 6300.

  • Does The Kensington Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, The Kensington Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness center available to guests at The Kensington Hotel?

    The Kensington Hotel has a fitness center available for guests who would like to use it throughout their stay.

  • What time is check-out for The Kensington Hotel?

    The Kensington Hotel check-out time is 12:00 PM. Late check-out may be available upon request at the reception desk.

  • How much is a room at The Kensington Hotel?

    The average price for a night at The Kensington Hotel found recently is $494 and can go as low as $12/night. Please note that rates may be impacted by travel dates, room type, and availability. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above.

  • Is there laundry service in The Kensington Hotel?

    Yes, you can do your laundry at The Kensington Hotel. Need to straighten out your clothes? The accommodation features an ironing board and an iron.

  • What is the distance from The Kensington Hotel, London to Hyde Park?

    Hyde Park is a great place to see when visiting London. It is only 1.0 mi away from The Kensington Hotel.

  • Is Buckingham Palace, London close to The Kensington Hotel?

    Buckingham Palace is another popular destination for travelers going to London. The estimated distance is about 1.7 mi from The Kensington Hotel, in case you want to visit.

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The Kensington Hotel location: 109-113 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London, SW7 5LP

Top landmarks

Harrods0.8 mi
Hyde Park1.0 mi
Buckingham Palace1.7 mi
Piccadilly Circus2.2 mi
Palace of Westminster2.3 mi
Big Ben2.4 mi
Charing Cross2.4 mi
Trafalgar Square2.4 mi

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