Princes Gardens

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with a restaurant, steps from Science Museum

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Restaurant
Exterior
Property grounds
Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Pool

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Watts Way, London, England, SW7 1BA
  • Place, Victoria and Albert Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, Princes Gardens is adjacent to Science Museum and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Kensington Gardens. This 722-room, 4-star bed & breakfast has a restaurant and 2 coffee shops/cafes, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Science Museum - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hyde Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kensington Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • West Brompton Station - 5 min drive
  • South Kensington Underground Station - 8 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Verdi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Billionaire Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Natural History Museum Member's Room - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Speckled Hen Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪L'ETO Caffè - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Princes Gardens

Bed & breakfast with a restaurant, steps from Science Museum
Princes Gardens features free WiFi in public areas, refrigerator in a common area, and a computer station. Self parking is offered for GBP 25 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Electric kettles, fans, and desks are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (GBP 25 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property's pool (surcharge) is open from 7 AM-8 PM on weekdays and from 8 AM-4 PM on weekends.
Children under 16 years old are allowed in the pool from 9-11 AM on Saturday and Sunday and must be accompanied by an adult.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 25 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation Hostel London
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation Hostel
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation London
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation
Prince's Garns Campus Accommo
Princes Gardens London
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation
Prince's Gardens (Campus Accommodation)
Princes Gardens Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Princes Gardens Hostel/Backpacker accommodation London

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Princes Gardens?

Princes Gardens provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Princes Gardens?

This bed & breakfast is situated in London City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, and Royal Albert Hall. You'll also find Natural History Museum and Harrods less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Princes Gardens?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 25 per day.

Does Princes Gardens have a casino at the property?

No, Princes Gardens doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Princes Gardens?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Princes Gardens?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this bed u0026 breakfast.

Does Princes Gardens have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Princes Gardens feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Princes Gardens has 2 cafes, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Princes Gardens allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Princes Gardens.

Are there connecting rooms at Princes Gardens?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

Where is the closest airport to Princes Gardens?

The closest major airport to Princes Gardens is London City Airport (LCY), which is 12.3 mi away (64 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 14.8 mi away (41-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Princes Gardens?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Princes Gardens.

Princes Gardens Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 492 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 492 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 492 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 492 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 492 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is not a regular hotel. It is excess university dorm rooms that are rented out for accommodation. Adjust your expectations accordingly. They are not well set up for travelers, meaning that there is no great place to put a suitcase, no shelves in the bathroom for toiletries. The bed is functional but not necessarily comfortable. Mine was hard. But it was clean, quiet, and very convenient to one of the South Kensington stations. Something to know, however, is that even though this entrance is an easy 2-minute walk from the rooms, it is not close to the actual train lines. After entering the underground there is a 5-10 minute walk to the train platforms. If you would like to be on the trains more quickly, I suggest looking for alternative accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmet Seçkin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brandon

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beware, this is not a hotel at all. This is literally a college campus that they are renting out for the summer. The rooms are very tiny and Jail like dormitories. It is essentially the bare minimum, no mini fridge, no phone in room, no anything. The worst part was there is a daily fire alarm that happens just from the steam of the shower. I would not stay in this place if it was the last place on earth.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They didn’t mention anywhere on the hotel app that it was imperial university campus hostel that was made to look like a hotel… the pool was not and the facility and wasn’t available for use …
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristian Maximiliano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was excellent. The room was clean and nice, and the bathroom was also clean and spacious. The breakfast included in my package was excellent. It’s a beautiful safe area to stay in, and everything was convenient. My only complaint was that the Wi-Fi didn’t work at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

Princess Gardens Hotel Imperial College.

It was an easy check in, very helpful staff in the reception area. The location was great for the museums and tube. The room was very basic which was what we expected for the money paid. However the cleanliness of the bathroom was poor lots of mould etc. Carpets also could do with cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luca

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This is not a hotel

This is NOT a hotel, it is student accomodation rented out. This is not made clear at all. The rooms are tiny, beds are uncomfortable and being woken up at 05:00 for a fire alram was just the final straw in a terrible experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic but comfortable accommodation in easy reach of the Royal Albert Hall.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Please be aware this is student accommodation, not a hotel. It was hard to find where to go, accommodation ok, but not hotel standard
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luis

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Una vergüenza por parte del “hotel” y por parte de Expedia. Sois unos auténticos LADRONES.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My experience was not bad. I was missing a fan and my bed was too small therefore, I didn’t sleep comfortably. The staff made my experience good. They will quickly assistance with any issue. The area is safe and walkable to visit some of London attractions. The dorms do feel hot. I would recommend solo travelers to check this place out.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MALAY

Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Meldy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

donna

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Alberto Tapia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy, convenient, and cheap!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Students dorms with no A/C so it can be a bit crazy during the summer, just a small fan. The room is small but comfortable and the location is very good. When checking in, two employees were insulting each other and it was a bit uncomfortable. Check out was fast and easy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Israel, Montreal

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis Ernesto

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

Excellent Value

Perfect for a trip to the Proms. We weren’t in the room much as we were off exploring and as such, it had everything we really needed. It was very clean and the staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid - rip off

Huge queue at 2pm as no one was allowed to check in before. Then lots of people started cutting in line and no staff stopped them. Room was boiling - small fan, small window and unable to cool room. No air con. Mattress lumpy and cheap - with springs digging into back. Cleaners noisy outside room. For £96 I would never book again - it's sub-standard student digs. Will get comfy premier inn or similar WITH air con short tube ride away. Woke up following day knackered from poor sleep and massive headache from heat.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cevdet, Fairfax

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location great price. Lack of a/c is a negative though
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025