The Villa Kensington

Property class: 3.5

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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10 -11 Ashburn Gardens, London, England, SW7 4DG
  • Place, Cromwell Road
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Imperial College London
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Natural History Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 117 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

  • 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, The Villa Kensington is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Natural History Museum and Kensington Gardens. This 38-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and express check-out.

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Imperial College London - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Natural History Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kensington High Street - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kensington Gardens - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 15 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cast Iron Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Stanhope Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Humphrey's Bar & Brasserie - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Villa Kensington

The Villa Kensington features free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and laundry facilities. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a porter/bellhop and a vending machine.
TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 per person

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 6 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No alcohol is served at The Villa Kensington.

Property is also known as

Kensington Villa

Villa Hotel Kensington

Villa Kensington

Villa Kensington Hotel

The Villa Kensington London, England

The Villa Kensington Hotel

The Villa Kensington London

The Villa Kensington Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to The Villa Kensington?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a short 9-minute walk of Natural History Museum and also 13 minutes on foot from Kensington Gardens. You'll also find Kensington High Street and Victoria and Albert Museum less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Villa Kensington?

As of Sep 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Villa Kensington on Sep 28, 2026 start from $224, 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 there parking available at The Villa Kensington?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Villa Kensington feature a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Villa Kensington?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Villa Kensington?

Couples staying at this hotel will value amenities like a rainfall showerhead, free WiFi in some guestrooms, as well as concierge services.

Does The Villa Kensington have a hot tub?

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

Does The Villa Kensington feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Villa Kensington offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Villa Kensington allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Villa Kensington though service animals are welcome.

Does The Villa Kensington have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Villa Kensington?

The closest major airport to The Villa Kensington is London City Airport (LCY), which is 11.7 mi away (57 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 14 mi away (31-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Villa Kensington?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Villa Kensington.

The Villa Kensington Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 968 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 482 out of 968 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 968 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 968 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 968 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value good location would come again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Atsuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and there is a lift!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location close to the tube station. Comfortable bed, very decent breakfast. A hair dryer would have been nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Clean but incredibly small room! I was expecting a small room, this was even smaller. Breakfast was so gross, skipped the 2nd day. The only reason to stay here is the location. 2 blocks from eats and transit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

richard

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms far too small. Wouldn’t stay here again .
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Bed was very hard, stains on the carpet & no hair dryer in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff. Great breakfast, very clean everywhere in hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room, although a tad small, was very clean and had everything I needed including working air conditioning. Towels and toiletries were provided. Shower was hot but the water pressure could have been a bit higher. Overall, a very pleasant stay and was great value for money considering its' location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was small and basic but clean. Bathroom was clean with good shower. Conveniently placed for underground station.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room cleanliness, and the pleasant staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Loris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location at a very reasonable price and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast was very basic, even for a continental. Bed was rock hard. Pillow was rock hard. Room was air conditioned which is nice. Bathroom was disheveled, with mould behind the shower and toilet, but otherwise clean. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff was very accommodatng
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kiri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff; enjoyed my stay here, thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay here. We enjoyed the quietness. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Limited choices for breakfast compared to the cost, we were offered fresh cooked eggs when noticed we were unhappy with the selection, which was very much appreciated. The front desk friendly and room and surrounding areas very clean. The location was EXCELLENT for activities and transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic host and location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent staff, room a little tired around the edges but clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast, clean rooms, spacious bathroom, quick walk to subway/underground station. Very safe and quiet neighborhood. Excellent service and staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Staff were great from beginning to end. The room and bathroom were very clean, but a bit worn. The stay was really pleasant!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on a quiet street within a close walk to the train station and to great museums, shops, and restaurants!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very nice room and service was good. Nice area and felt safe
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are small but clean and adequate and within walking distance of Gloucester Road tube station. Very convenient also for local amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025