Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center
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Lobby
Meeting facility
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Exterior
Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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68-86 Cromwell Road, London, England, SW7 5BT
  • Place, Imperial College London
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Natural History Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪32 min drive‬
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Room options

Superior Single Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington is within a 5-minute walk of Natural History Museum and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Imperial College London. This 215-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Imperial College London - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Natural History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hyde Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 1 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 19 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Club Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Stanhope Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington

Victorian hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center
Guests of Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. Transportation is made easy with limo/town car service. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, a computer station, and express check-in.
Guests can expect TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets. Other standard amenities include espresso makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 41 per day)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Scoff and Banter

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 12 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1877
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in for prepaid reservations.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 25.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 41.00 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 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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

As of Dec 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington on Jan 11, 2026 start from $135.67, excluding 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.

What's there to see close to Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a short 16-minute walk of Hyde Park and also 5 minutes on foot from Natural History Museum. You'll also find Kensington High Street and Kensington Gardens less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington include a casino?

No, Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include around-the-clock room service, Egyptian cotton sheets, and free Internet access.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Scoff and Banter.

Will Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

The closest major airport to Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington is London City Airport (LCY), which is 11.4 mi away (54 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 14.6 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington.

Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 423 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was really small. Air conditioning was not working. Complained and received a small fan. and someone came to work on it the next day. Worked for that night and then did not work again. Complained again, no one came. I had to tell them to fix it or move us to another room. We moved that day. The new room was much better. Larger and AC! Still nowhere to hang your towel, and no electrical plugs by bed. NO LAUNDRY FACILITIES! People were nice and polite but I would not stay for more than a night.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient, and it provided a place to crash. But the AC didn’t fully work, the bathroom is really small and the sink didn’t drain well. It also took a long time for the bath water to get hot before a shower. But the restaurant downstairs was convenient and delicious, it’s close to a tube station, and there are plenty of walkable restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Poor customer service

Customer service was poor leading up to the stay, communication was non existent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariette, Franklin Park

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a great location, close to the underground, cafes, restaurants and museums. Rooms and elevators are small and carpet needs an upgrade. I would stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Venkat

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were too small. Very old infrastructure
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Convenient location. The bar was good. The hotel room was a bit dated and the carpet was outdated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Radisson Blue Kensington is a good value hotel. The small room, bath, etc., was expected and worked well for me. However, if you are a big person, you may want to consider getting a larger room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfectly pleasant stay. Room starting to show it’s age, and not the biggest, but fine for a short stay for a few days. Nice quality bedding and towels.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artavazd, West Hollywood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff, nice charming hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really has gone downhill from when I stayed here in years past.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolyne

Liked: Staff & service

Tired rooms need update

The hotel is well situated and the public spaces are fine. The room though was noisy (overlooking a main road). Surfaces were sticky (a desk with deteriorating varnish), there was dirty water in bath which didn’t drain well, no toilet brush and no sockets near the bed. Against this, the breakfast was good and the bed very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Branka

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Total fiasco at breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mae

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area and rooms small but clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

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

Straight Review of Single Room

Check-in & out were easy and the hotel staff were friendly and helpful. When I had a problem with the room, they sorted quickly for me. The room & bathroom were clean, the bed was comfortable, and bedding was crisp and clean too. Despite my room was to the rear of the building, there was bit of road noise coming from Cromwell Road to the front of the hotel so you may want to make sure the secondary glazing is fully close, but it didn't adversely affect my stay, but it is something to be aware of. As I was on the top floor, there was some other noise which I suspect was some kind of ventilation equipment on the roof, which I noticed more in the morning, but wasn't a major issue. The single room doesn't have tea of coffee making facilities but does have a fridge and you receive a complimentary water. The hotel is a very short walk from Gloucester Road tube, so only a couple of stops from central London. The lift (elevator) is quite small , 3 or 4 max people at a time , 2 max with luggage, this is probably due the lift being a retro fit to what is an old building. Overall, I would be happy to stay at the hotel again, it was reasonable value for money too. The points I mentioned above aren't big issues, just my experience with my room and non of the things mentioned wouldn't put me off staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Claire T

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not accommodating at all. Put two adults in a shoebox room with a tiny bed. The over nite staff were excellent. I don’t understand why a hotel won’t let customers flying over night from the States have to wait to check in. Bits of the wall were crumbled along the floor we stayed on. Guest shouting and banging doors at 5am. Room service knocking at 8am. I could go on. Never again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025