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Kensington Stay

3.0 star property

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk
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Standard Studio Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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1 Philbeach Gdns, London, England, SW5 9DY
  • Place, Cromwell Road
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Stamford Bridge Stadium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk

Standard Studio Suite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre within a short walk of Kensington High Street, Kensington Stay is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Kensington Gardens. Each of the 18 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes a kitchenette, a microwave, and an electric kettle.

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bupa Cromwell Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kensington High Street - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stamford Bridge Stadium - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Olympia Events - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Earl's Court Station - 3 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 7 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blackbird, Earl's Court - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Paul - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kensington Stay

At Kensington Stay, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing. This hotel also has laundry facilities.
32-inch Smart TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Memory foam beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Kitchenettes, microwaves, and stovetops are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
Checking in and out are easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Kensington Stay?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a short 14-minute walk of Kensington High Street. You'll also find Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Kensington Stay?

As of Apr 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kensington Stay on Apr 6, 2026 start from $127, 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 parking available on site at Kensington Stay?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Kensington Stay have a casino on the premises?

No, Kensington Stay doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kensington Stay?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Kensington Stay?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a memory foam mattress, a kitchenette, and a rainfall showerhead.

Does Kensington Stay have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Kensington Stay have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Kensington Stay doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Kensington Stay allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kensington Stay.

Does Kensington Stay have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Kensington Stay?

The closest major airport to Kensington Stay is London City Airport (LCY), which is 12.5 mi away (61 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 13.4 mi away (29-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kensington Stay?

No, at Kensington Stay, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Kensington Stay Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 99 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robin, birmingham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room was great for the price! So much in the room (kettle, sink, tv etc) and the bed was so comfy. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Perry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location only 2mins from back of Earl’s Court tube. 6 mins to huge Tesco. Microwave and hob plus fridge and utensils. Clean and tidy and perfect for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

Great value for money!

The hotel is located in an ideal location with many great restaurants, including a Micheline star restaurant, within a 15min walk. Safe part of London in the heart of residential Kensington. The Earl's Court subway station is right across the street with direct lines to downtown London on the District line or to Heathrow airport on the Picadilly line. Room and bathroom is fairly modern. FYI though that the room is very small. For North Americans be prepared for it to be 1/3 the size of a Best Western. There is 1 person width from the bed to the walls on all 3 sides. The bathroom is 3' x 9'. Welcome to London. But for the price point it is still good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The room itself was great for what we needed. Close to the tube station and a large tesco was only a 10 min walk away. Area felt safe to walk around. Kitchen was basic and lacked basic cooking utensils so we had to live of microwave meals. Bathroom was modern but had a terrible smell of drains with no ventilation. Bed was ok apart from the pillows were extremely hard and uncomfortable. If your looking for a basic studio, close to transport links and reasonably priced then this will do the job.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Yana

Traveled with partner
The stay was okay, we felt it looked bigger in photos, but it’s quite compact and only single glazed windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurence

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Kensington stay

Stay was fine. Room was clean, bathroom exceptional. Ideal for a one night stop over. Two minutes walk from tube station.Easy to speak to someone on the phone when needed. A little noise but still slept.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, close to pubs, reataurants, shops, and tube.. excellent communication to the Center.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ngoc, Burnaby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen was poorly equipped. Only provided with 1 saucepan to cook with. No cutting knives or any other kitchen utensils provided, besides dining cutlery. We were staying for quite some time and had plans to cook some food, but the limited supplies made it hard to. Also there’s some mold around the side of the kitchen sink too.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

Handy place to base yourself in London

Extremely handy to transport options in Earls Court, the rooms are well appointed with lots of storage options. There is a virtual front desk, but any requests are responded to in a timely manner.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed at the Kensington Stay for 3 nights and overall it was a lovely stay. Amenities were good, the accommodation itself is a couple of minuite walk from the tube stop which is really handy and it felt very safe! Only thing to note is that we had a ground floor room and the traffic outside was pretty loud so I'd recommend bringing earplugs with you if you're a light sleeper!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little efficiency very close to Earl’s Court tube station. My room was much smaller than the photos. Although it had a small stove, desk, refrigerator and closet, if there were more than one person in this room it would be too small no space to get in on one side of the bed. Perfect for one.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It had everything me and my teenage daughter needed. It was nice to ne able to store drinks and food and have the chance to make food also. Staff was super nice 👌
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic price on Expedia. Great concept, lovely studio, air con a huge bonus as it was very humid outside. Very close to Earls Court station with some convenience stores close by. Would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen and Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed a week in a double room. I had a great stay here, my room was very quiet (room 15) as it was at the back of the property. Having cooking facilities was a bonus. The room was clean and well maintained. It was small but eas cleverly designed with lots of storage space and the shower was a good size unlike lots of small rooms in London I have stayed in before. The only things that I think could be improved would be a mattress topper for the bed as it was very hard uncomfortable and I could feel the springs, not good for my back. Also the blinds are not block out but I had already read about this and had my eye mask so this wasn't an issue for me. A tea towel would also be handy but again I had read about the lack of a tea towel and bought my own. Fairly easy things to fix to make this hotel a really comfortable stay. There was also a lift, which is now working and access to a laundry room another bonus. Very convenient to supermarkerts and across the road from Earls Court Station which is a direct line to and from Heathrow airport. Overall I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a couple of nights as quiet and fridge makes it easy to self cater. Website and owners need to update/ clearly mark address and provide directions from tube. We had 28-30 as door number but actual number was 1, so we walked right past as lots of people where in the way hiding tiny sign with building name. Also make it clear to use tube exit for Warwick Road/olympia buses NOT main exit. Room was great, plenty of space and water pressure in bathroom excellent. Appreciated UHT milk, tea and bottled water.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great budget base

Great little base for exploring London or going to shows as we were. Positives, the room was clean, plenty of storage and had everything you need for a couple of nights including AC. Negatives, they could invest in some better blinds as they block out no light, lift was broken and we were on the top floor, fridge door doesn't shut properly so took ages to get cold. And there was a terrible smell coming from somewhere in the bathroom plus the extractor didn't work so smelt pretty bad all weekend in there. Think we were in room 9
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Quinn

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Need to have a guide to some of the things about the room e.g. the air conditioner turns off if window open, light in bathroom turns off when the door closes. I arrived very early and had trouble finding somewhere to leave luggage. Having said that, the room was good and I would recommend it for the budget traveller. Very close to the Underground.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice rom as usual but the tv never worked which was very disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

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

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am definitely going to book this place again. We went to a concert in Hyde Park and this was perfect for a one night stay. Great location, great value. Right opposite the tube station and within reach of poplar takeaways. Clean, tidy and safe. Bit noisy at night with ambulances passing but the air-con was top draw! 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the train and bus stations and shops. However, the facilities are quite poor - the fridge door didn't close due to the freezer section full of ice. When contacting staff, he didn't care. Also the bedroom lamp was broken, the TV antenna cable was broken, and the sink moved out of its bench cutout. Wouldn't recommend this property.
Kitchen sink moved within the bench top cut-out, and was quite dirty around it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025