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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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Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Lobby
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

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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)
    ‪31 min drive‬
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Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room

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

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Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

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

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room

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

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Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Single Room

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

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Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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
  • ‪The Stanhope Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop Gloucester Road - ‬1 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 dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. 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
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 Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington on Dec 19, 2025 start from $195.64, 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.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington have connecting rooms?

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.

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 433 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1010 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula

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

Great Location for easy access to Tube and London

Great location with easy access to multiple Tube line option and direct quick journey time to Heathrow Airport. Good breakfast options, quality linen and comfortable beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sara

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nyawei

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Friendly but overpriced for tiny room

Friendly reception & elegant premises. Extremely expensive for a tiny single room, with some features literally falling off. Exasperating muddle at breakfast second morning about whether it had been pre-paid. Other Radisson Blu hotels do better and offer better value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect base for a weekend in London - close to the major museums like the Science, Natural History and V&A museums! I got a free upgrade on arrival. Room was spacious, clean, good background and nespresso machine in room. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checked into room, very smelly of dirty water, portable air conditioning unit had leaked water into carpet. The receptionist was unhelpful, didn’t apologise and had to be pushed for us to move room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

jane

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
We had an early morning flight out of LHR and wanted a car and driver, we were told to take a taxis and that they would book it for us. No driver, no cab, no responsibly by front desk, had to call for our own cab. Very poor.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was ok after not accepting a ground floor room where there is no natural light and windows won’t open.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, tube near by, walking distance to Royal Albert Hall. Good restaurants surrounding. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Good staff but tired hotel

Hotel has fabulous location for the museums and south Kensington. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Hotel is dated, room was so small and so hit. Air con didn't work and one fan that sort of blew air round didn't help. Pillows were flat and minimal tea and coffee facilities. Hotel is like a maze and only 2 small lifts. It all just feels like it needs a face lift but it won't get it as the location will keep it busy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Candy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were small, but served our purpose. Not a fancy hotel by all means. The staff were very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Clare

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

Great hotel

Room hot, weather very warm Beautiful high ceilings Spacious room Comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Aside from the lobby, property is poorly maintained and dirty. The staff do their best to make things right, but there's a limit to what service can compensate for when the infrastructure just isn't up to standard. Oh and the pictures in Expedia don't match the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

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

Short trip

Nice hotel in superb location very safe area. Numerous museums nearby. Lovely building lovely bed and linen slept well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

george, nazareth

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
We stayed for a week. Check in was at 3pm but our room was ready when we got there at 11am which was good. The room was on the second floor and you needed a map to get to the room. If you had too much at the pub you may never find your room. Our room at a small flight of stairs in the room to get to the bathroom in the room. The rooms are very dated, the coffee table in the room the leg was ready to fall off, the carpet has seen better days. The bathroom was big and it was clean. Would I stay there again, prob not. Sorry, but it just didn’t do it for me.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Late check-in which impacted my day
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brandon

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

8/10 Good

Chi Ping, Taichung City

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

8/10 Good

Jiazhen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a great area of Kensington, lots to explore nearby. Literally one block away from the Natural History Museum and lots of great shops and restaurants. Also close to the Gloucester tube station, so easy to get to major sites in London. Noise level was manageable despite the fact that it faced a busy street. It was great to have a lift which made it easy to get upstairs with luggage. The room looked a bit old and seemed could use an update.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tema

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room very shabby
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Vivek

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness

Good location and service. Poor rooms

AC not working despite complaints and trying to fix. Drilling outside room Kept me awake when trying g for Siesta
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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