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The Kensington Studios

Property class: 3

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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83 Holland Road, Kensington, London, W148HL
  • Place, Holland Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Olympia Events
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room, Kitchenette

  • City view
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Kitchenette

  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Kitchenette

  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room, Kitchenette

  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Kitchenette

  • City view
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

London

The Kensington Studios places you in Kensington, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Kensington High Street and Westfield London Shopping Centre. This 18-room, 3-star apartment building has in-room conveniences like kitchenettes, refrigerators, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • Holland Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kensington High Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Olympia Events - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Westfield London Shopping Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cromwell Road - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kensington (Olympia) Station - 5 min walk
  • Shepherd's Bush Underground Station - 12 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eat Street - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hare & Tortoise Kensington - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chef Javad Persian Cuisine And Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Holland Park Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hagen - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Studios

The Kensington Studios features free WiFi in public areas and express check-out. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Each apartment is heated and features a kitchenette. Guests can enjoy an LCD TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a rainfall showerhead and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and a laptop-compatible safe.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Rollaway/extra bed: GBP 25 per night

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator

Services and conveniences

  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 18 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Victorian architecture

Policies

Check-out

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [88 Studios, 88 Holland Rd]
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
Check-in for this property is based at 88 Studios, located across the street.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is 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.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Apartment Kensington Studios
Kensington Studios
The Kensington Studios London, England
The Kensington Studios London England
The Kensington Studios London
The Kensington Studios Apartment
The Kensington Studios Apartment London

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Kensington Studios?

This apartment is situated in Kensington within a short 8-minute walk of Kensington High Street and also 13 minutes on foot from Westfield London Shopping Centre. You'll also find Hyde Park and Marble Arch within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Kensington Studios?

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

Does The Kensington Studios feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Kensington Studios doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Kensington Studios?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Kensington Studios?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this apartment, including a rainfall showerhead and a kitchenette in each apartment and a private hot tub in some.

Are there hot tubs at The Kensington Studios?

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

Does The Kensington Studios have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

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

Are there connecting rooms at The Kensington Studios?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.

Where is the closest airport to The Kensington Studios?

The closest major airport to The Kensington Studios is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is 14.3 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is London City Airport (LCY), which is located 12.8 mi away (64-minute drive).

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

No, there aren't any apartments at The Kensington Studios that offer a balcony.

The Kensington Studios Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 246 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buena ubicacion

minimalista habitaciones comodas facil acceso a la linea central centro comercial cerca supermercado cerca
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen

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

Fantastic stay

First time we have been to Olympia Horse show so unsure about what where to stay we did not need to worry. Your apartment was fantastic, location perfect and good access to other facilities ie shops train station and of course Olympia itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely, small hotel suite which was close to a small grocery store (down the block). I do wish it were closer to an Underground Station, but the walk was less than a mile.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shinlian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10mins walk to shepherds bush tube station, convenient and clean !!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice staff - okay location

Its a little bit awkward to get to. Nice and clean. The other guests were quite loud at 2 am. We didnt have hot water for a shower - the hotel staff helped us to find a different room to use and I m sure sorted this out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed a week. Very easy to get to bus, and underground from here. Our room was clean, and had all the things we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lam

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

地埋位置很好，服務很差。

地點位置相當不錯，很接近地鐵站、火車站及巴士站，環境也不錯。員工方便很參差，有一天沒有執房，一天沒有比毛巾，房內物品經常欠補充，房內的毛巾暖架(towel rail)壞了5天，到走那天還沒修理好。但有一位櫃面接待員很友善，並樂於協助我們解決問題。
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Economical, convenient location

My clean and fairly quiet room perfectly met my needs while using research libraries in London. The kitchenette allowed me to economize on meals and also get an early start or arrive back in the evening to work while I ate. Kensington Studios is right around the block from the Olympia overground train station (one quick stop away from the Central line) and, alternatively a 15-20 minute walk to underground stations in Kensington. There are many convenience and grocery stores in the area (including a Whole Foods), restaurants and take-out food, charming neighborhoods and Holland Park for strolls, and nearby small museums, as well as easy access to greater London. The hotel staff was friendly and immediately responded to questions and requests. My room was modern in design, more spacious than I expected, had ample storage, the best shower I've had in a London hotel, a laptop-sized work desk, and a comfortable bed. An enjoyable place to stay and work!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

lisa

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

Great place

We were there for five nights and it although it's always small it was perfect since we were rarely home
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

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

Good Value, nice area

Great place to stay. I really liked the staff, area, kitchenette and size of the room. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yiu Fai Brian

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

No disappointment in my second stay

A kitchen available is good in London as food is not cheap while no breakfast is provided from this hotel. Normally a kitchen may imply oily and smelly in room but fortunately the hotel room is kept clean. This hotel would probably be considered to choose if I visit London again, as definitely a studio style room with a kitchen is a smart choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yiu Fai Brian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good choice of stay allowing simple cooking

A different experience in studio room other than standard hotel room, we may have simple cooking for breakfast and dinner as restaurants in London are not cheap! The area is quiet but safe, quite convenient to overground, recommended to buy a day-pass so that overground and underground can be interchangeable for better travel arrangement. No regular reception beyond office hours but actually this is connected to the hotel just opposite, and we left the luggages in opposite hotel and got back few days afterwards, quite convenient. Staff is friendly, nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Aussie_Liz

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

attic room for 4 night stay in London

The hotel is in a good location with transport within easy walking distance. There is a local grocery shop and take away. Kensington High Street is a 10 minute walk away. The rooms are tired and not very clean. It could be much better with a little effort and investment.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

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

Good value, comfortable

Really pleasant. Spacious, clean and comfortable. Shower did play up a bit with the hot water not consistent. However, had a good sleep and would be happy to stay again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice hotel close to the metro station

Nice hotel close to the metro station. There are a mall and a lot of good facilities around the hotel.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mithan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lady at the reception was wonderful very friendly happy to stay there and I am definitely going to come back to the stay here
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anders

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

Rent och bra service

Bra boende även om gatan utanför var hårt trafikerad men fönstren var dubbla så det hördes knappt inget. Bra service
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Pésimo aire acondicionado
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Residence di media qualita',buon prezzo.

Residence di media qualita',buon prezzo.Posizione comoda per chi ha necessita' di gravitare in zona Kensington e aree limitrofe. Pulizia della camera scadente,condizioni della struttura abbastanza buone,camera in ogni caso gia' usurata nononstante la recente ristrutturazione.Buon rapporto qualita' prezzo.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

Great option

Good hotel - no amenities but excellent if you're happy with that.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Convenient and well priced

Very well situated and reasonably priced accommodation. Some minor issues, but overall very comfortable.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

hotel confortable dans un quartier agréable

L'hotel est situé dans un quartier résidentiel agréable. Le personnel est à l'écoute et accueillant. Les chambres confortables et bien équipées.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Alisha

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

Worst experience

On arrival I was told that I had to pay more money as a deposit when I had already paid the full amount via Expedia. The next day when I was due to collect that money back the worker Alex was very rude and unhelpful. Her customer service was not professional. The room was very small and not clean as there where stains on the cushions and small hairs on the bed. The room was also cold and noisy and when I complained , Alex did not want to listen. This is a shame as the hotel is close to the tube station which was ideal.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Convient hotel for Olympia

The room as ok but the doors on the kitchenette and wardrobe was very stiff and the toilet kept on running with water.
Verified review

8/10 Good

CCC

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

Friendly helpful staff

Friendly helpful staff, easy after hours check in, clean room serviced daily, quality refurbishment, small supermarket nearby, bus stop almost at door and quiet and well heated room. Only issue was lack of utensils to cook with, desk to sit at and not much space to unpack suitcase.