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My husband and I brought our boys to London for a weeklong trip. We wanted a hotel that was affordable and well located. The Citadines in South Kensington was perfect. We had a one bedroom, with the bedroom up a loft, so the boys stayed downstairs on the pullout couch. The location was amazing, being just a short walk to the subway. The neighborhood had some great dining options; we loved Little India and Comptoir Libanais. The property is clean and well staffed. We loved the coffee and hot chocolate in the lobby. I appreciated being able to do laundry. And having a kitchen meant we could have breakfast or a snack in the room. We stayed at a Citadines in Paris that was equally great. Will stay here again! High recommend this place.

Great apartment for two adults and one teenager. The two level layout worked well. The apartment had everything you needed in a hotel room.

Great location, just blocks from Gloucester Road tube station. Short walk from the V&A, Albert Hall, and the Natural History Museum. Good local restaurants.

Best location for this London extended stay! Easy access to tube station within a 5 minute walk. Quite neighborhood.

Nicely laid out room. Very quiet and confortable. Convent to both the Piccalilli & Circle line Tubes; so you can get in easily from Heathrow and get anywhere else easily. Walking distance to Kensington Palace, V&A, Natural History Museum, and Royal Albert Hall.

Fantastic hotel! Great location within walking distance to buses, the tube and the park (when the kids just needed a few hours on the playground). Cabs and restaurants right outside the door. Very safe neighborhood (mom and 2 young daughters felt totally secure) and hotel. Staff was so nice & extremely helpful. Rooms were small but normal for a city.

Location of this hotel is great. 5 minutes walk from underground, 10 minutes walk from Kensington gardens, 5 minutes from the info center. The fact that this place has a small kitchen is a big plus. It has all the needed dishes, pots and pans. The hotel lobby has a coffee machine. You can have any type of coffee for free. Good stuff. The front desk staff is very pleasant, helpful and always available. I will definitely come back.

My husband and I stayed for 4 nights in a studio and it was exactly what we we were hoping for. It had a perfectly sized kitchen, bed and bathroom and a table to eat dinner. With two people and luggage we filled the room to capacity, but as we were out in the city all day, we didn't spend much time just relaxing in the room. The location was fantastic. The Gloucester station is directly down the street. I would highly recommend this hotel for people visiting London for the first time as it was incredibly easy to find from the station. It is also very close to many restaurants and shops, the park, Royal Albert Hall and the museums. Our only complaint is that our door didn't close completely on its own but needed to be pulled tight to lock. When we returned to the hotel one day we found our door wide open because the cleaning people didn't pull it tight. We also heard other guests complaining about various items, but as I said, our stay was great. We will definitely stay there next time we return to London.

The rooms at this hotel were clean and updated. The best quality was its location. a two minute walk to the Gloucester Rd tube station which connects Circle, District & Piccadilly lines and all of London, also a five minute walk to Kensington Gardens/Hyde park. as well as a short walk to Knightsbridge. the rooms are actually apartments so a small kitchen and frig are in room, friendly staff. I would recommend.

This hotel was an incredible value! The pros: newly renovated, stylish, very comfortable bed, nicely equipped kitchen, and the location was great - a short walk to the Gloucester Road tube stop, which connects to 3 lines. The cons: the young staff were not fluent in English, the phone in our room didn't work and it took a couple of days for them to fix it, our third-floor room was so warm that we had to keep the window open, even though it was in the 60's most of the time, and the hair dryer could only be plugged into the outlet in the kitchen, which did not have a mirror.

Upon check in, the lady staff was very accommodating. When we entered our room we were disappointed that we were not told a sleeper sofa was a part of the beds in the room. We were under the understanding we were going to get a double bed along with 2 single beds, in a loft style room,instead we were given a upstairs / downstairs room. When to the front desk, to see if we could do something , instead got a smirk kind of an attitude from the male staff. Did not look like they really cared about helping resolve the situation. I felt like we were not important. Nonetheless , rooms were clean and well maintained daily.

I stayed at another hotel in south kensington in 2009 and it was dumpy but in a great location. I wanted to stay somewhere else this time and found reviews for Citadines Prestige in South Kensington. The reviews seemed mixed just like every other moderately priced hotel in the area but I read they've rennovated so I took a shot on them. It paid off big time. The lobby is nice and the people who work there were pleasant enough. I didn't have any trouble with them accepting my [...]booking which was a huge relief. They ask to see the credit card you used for the booking to make a copy of it which scared me a little but he smiled and explained they only need it incase I wreck the place or something and explained that they'd talk to me in person before they ever charged me for anything. It's understandable once you get into the room and see all the money to put into the place. I checked the balance on my card a few times during the trip and there were no problems at all. The hotel room was great and we had a wonderful view from our window of a relatively romantic looking backstreet where people park their fancy minicoopers and vespa motorcycles. There's an eloquent arched exit point at the end of this street and a tower that rises above everything else in the background. Everything in the hotel room (it was a studio/single type of room with two beds) looked brand new. The shower had a fancy glass door and the sink and toilet and floor were new. In the kitchen the microwave, refrigerator, sink, stovetop and floor all looked brand new. There was a tea/coffee maker, dishes, silverware and cookware. Nice flat screen tv in the bedroom area. Attractive looking paint style throughout the room. A work desk with chair and a small portable computer desk with a hip looking ikea style lounge seat. Nice beds with puffy white blankets and pillows. Brand new wood floor. Phone worked fine. Wifi worked fine. The room had a basic but trendy style, similar to ikea and everything I needed was present. There was a long rectangular picture of London on the wall, lots of lamps, some sweet ceiling/mood lights in the hall and kitchen and a brand new heater - a very nice looking one - with adjustable settings. Window was very nice looking, a little heavy but had handles, opened easily and had locks on it. Housekeeping seemed to come once every day or two for blankets, pillows, toilet paper etc and maybe every three days for a more detailed cleaning. It was hard to tell because I was very clean during my stay but they did come. You get one room key per person and after coming inside the room you pop a key into a slot on the wall which activates the electric which is sort of ideal because it saves electricy upon leaving and ensures that you don't burn the place down by leaving on the heater and it's easy enough to use anyway. All in all it was very decent for the money. Getting to the hotel: From Heathrow airport, get to the tube station underneathe it and take the picadilly line to gloucester rd. If you want the fanciness of London to hit you harder get off at the south kensington stop instead, which is right after the gloucester tube station, and take the short walk to cromwell rd. You'll see the huge natural History Museum on Cromwell rd. If you're directly facing the front of the natural history museum, turn your head left and walk in that direction down Cromwell rd., make a right onto gloucester and head up the road for a minute or two and you'll see the hotel on your right. From gloucester tube station, exit the building and head left, crossing over cromwell rd and proceed down gloucester rd until you see the hotel. South Kensington and Gloucester rd. tube stations are very close by. There's a wonderful Tesco store right across from the gloucester rd. tube station which sells all the food you'll need; sandwiches, snacks, juice, pastries, beer, toothpaste, fruit, premade pasta, etc. You can pick up an international phone card at the tesco for ten...

Great location in Kensington - very convenient to both the tube and the buses. The hotel is currently under renovation, but we were able to get a renovated rooms. They are still experiencing some glitches - for example, the phone in our room stopped working. But the staff did try to accommodate by letting us use a phone from a different room for outbound calls, and then switched us to a different room the next day. The staff is polite, and the new one bedrooms are spotless and well laid out - it's great to have a kitchenette in the room. Overall, we'd highly recommend it.

The Citadines is located in a prime area. There are a myriad of pubs, restaurants, money exchange places and other amenities nearby. The Tube Station is close by as well. The staff is pretty friendly and helpful. We were in a studio, which was pretty cramped (compared to other studio hotel/apartments I've stayed at). The place was pretty clean, but not immaculate. However, staff does not clean apartment everyday unless you pay extra. I don't know if this is the norm because cleaning crew came everyday at another hotel/apartment I stayed at. Overall, not a bad place, but I thought place was a little pricey. Paying mainly for location. Then again, it is London where lodging is very expensive.

The Citadine hotel/apartment is in a great location. The rooms could definitely use some updating and could have been maintained better. The entire room was worn and tired. The kitchen was key for our family trip and thankfully adequate. The staff was friendly but not overly helpful.

35A Gloucester Road London England

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Guest reviews for Citadines South Kensington London

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5
Family Friends

My husband and I brought our boys to London for a weeklong trip. We wanted a hotel that was affordable and well located. The Citadines in South Kensington was perfect. We had a one bedroom, with the bedroom up a loft, so the boys stayed downstairs on the pullout couch. The location was amazing, being just a short walk to the subway. The neighborhood had some great dining options; we loved Little India and Comptoir Libanais. The property is clean and well staffed. We loved the coffee and hot chocolate in the lobby. I appreciated being able to do laundry. And having a kitchen meant we could have breakfast or a snack in the room. We stayed at a Citadines in Paris that was equally great. Will stay here again! High recommend this place.

By on Nov 26, 2023

Review comment responded on Nov 29, 2023

Dear Joanna,Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at Citadines South Kensington! Your kind words truly brightened our day.We're delighted to hear that you and your family had a fantastic week in London and found our hotel to be just what you were looking for—a comfortable, well-located space that suited your needs perfectly. It's fantastic to know that our one-bedroom layout with the loft worked well for your family, giving everyone their own cozy space.We're thrilled that you enjoyed the convenience of our location, the nearby dining options, and the accessibility to public transportation. Little India and Comptoir Libanais are indeed fantastic culinary spots nearby!Our team takes great pride in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment, and it's fantastic to know that you appreciated the efforts. We're delighted you found our lobby beverages and the laundry facilities to your liking, and that having a kitchenette added to the convenience of your stay.We're absolutely thrilled to hear that your positive experience in our South Kensington property matches your equally great experience at our Citadines in Paris! Knowing that you would choose to stay with us again is the best compliment we could receive.Thank you once again for your high recommendation. We can't wait to welcome you and your family back for another fantastic stay in the future!Warm regards,Celia BauResidence Manager

4
Everyone

By on Aug 4, 2023

Review comment responded on Aug 21, 2023

Dear Chinh,Thank you for choosing to stay at Citadines South Kensington and taking the time to leave us rating. We hope we can welcome you again!Kind regards,Celia BauOperations Manager

4
Family

Great apartment for two adults and one teenager. The two level layout worked well. The apartment had everything you needed in a hotel room.

By , from New York on Jan 3, 2020

Review comment responded on Jan 6, 2020

Dear JMT, The team and i are overjoyed to know you had a good experience. Thank you very much for the positive review score. We look forward in welcoming you back in the near future. Kind regards, Anthony Bull Residence Manager

5
Everyone

By on Jul 25, 2019

Review comment responded on Jul 26, 2019

Dear Reviewer, Thank you kindly for bestowing upon us a perfect feddback score. We are truly happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We truly look forward in welcoming you back in the near future. Kind regards, Anthony Bull Residence Manager

4
Everyone

Great location, just blocks from Gloucester Road tube station. Short walk from the V&A, Albert Hall, and the Natural History Museum. Good local restaurants.

By , from Aberdeen, NJ on Mar 12, 2019

Review comment responded on Mar 13, 2019

Dear Dan, The team and I are overjoyed to know that you enjoyed your stay with us in particular the location. Thank you very much for your valued custom and positive feedback score and comments. We truly look forward in welcoming you back in the near future. Kind regards, Anthony Bull Residence Manager

5
Partner Couples

Best location for this London extended stay! Easy access to tube station within a 5 minute walk. Quite neighborhood.

By on Dec 3, 2018

Review comment responded on Dec 4, 2018

Dear Jo, Thank you kindly for bestowing upon us and perfect score and for recognising our fantastic location perfect for families, sightseeing and shopping. We truly look forward in welcoming you back in the near future. Kind regards, Anthony Bull Residence Manager

5

nice room convent to the tube

Everyone

Nicely laid out room. Very quiet and confortable. Convent to both the Piccalilli & Circle line Tubes; so you can get in easily from Heathrow and get anywhere else easily. Walking distance to Kensington Palace, V&A, Natural History Museum, and Royal Albert Hall.

By , from Milwaukee, WI on Jul 2, 2018

Review comment responded on Jul 3, 2018

Dear Al, The team and I would like to thank you for submitting your perfect feedback score and comments. I am happy to read you enjoyed our fantastic location. I have also taken note of you negative comments. We truly look forward in welcoming you back in the near future. Kind regards, Anthony Bull Residence Manager

4

perfect for our family!

Everyone

Fantastic hotel! Great location within walking distance to buses, the tube and the park (when the kids just needed a few hours on the playground). Cabs and restaurants right outside the door. Very safe neighborhood (mom and 2 young daughters felt totally secure) and hotel. Staff was so nice & extremely helpful. Rooms were small but normal for a city.

By , from Providence, RI on Apr 26, 2017

Review comment responded on May 8, 2017

Dear Sarah, Thank you for staying at Citadines South Kensington Apartments and for taking the time to write about your stay with us. We are truly delighted to read that you enjoyed your experience with us and it pleases us to read such lovely feedback about our apartments, staff and the facilities that we offer. I will share your positive feedback with the entire team and sincerely hope that we will have the pleasure of hosting you once again. Best wishes, Daniela Codreanu

4

good place, great location!

Family

Location of this hotel is great. 5 minutes walk from underground, 10 minutes walk from Kensington gardens, 5 minutes from the info center. The fact that this place has a small kitchen is a big plus. It has all the needed dishes, pots and pans. The hotel lobby has a coffee machine. You can have any type of coffee for free. Good stuff. The front desk staff is very pleasant, helpful and always available. I will definitely come back.

By on Aug 14, 2014

4

exactly what we needed

Couples

My husband and I stayed for 4 nights in a studio and it was exactly what we we were hoping for. It had a perfectly sized kitchen, bed and bathroom and a table to eat dinner. With two people and luggage we filled the room to capacity, but as we were out in the city all day, we didn't spend much time just relaxing in the room. The location was fantastic. The Gloucester station is directly down the street. I would highly recommend this hotel for people visiting London for the first time as it was incredibly easy to find from the station. It is also very close to many restaurants and shops, the park, Royal Albert Hall and the museums. Our only complaint is that our door didn't close completely on its own but needed to be pulled tight to lock. When we returned to the hotel one day we found our door wide open because the cleaning people didn't pull it tight. We also heard other guests complaining about various items, but as I said, our stay was great. We will definitely stay there next time we return to London.

By on Aug 2, 2014

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