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Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Kensington Gardens

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Daily English breakfast (GBP 16.50 per person)
Interior entrance
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Bar

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104 Bayswater Road, London, England, W2 3HL
  • Place, Kensington Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Albert Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room Sleeps 3

  • Sleeps 3

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Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(73 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room Sleeps 3 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room Sleeps 3

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Family Room Sleeps 4 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family Room Sleeps 4

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family Room Sleeps 4

  • Sleeps 4

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe King Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Double Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens is adjacent to Kensington Gardens and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Hyde Park. This 175-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kensington Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hyde Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kensington Palace - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Imperial College London - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Queensway Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London Paddington Station - 11 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Halepi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪New Fortune Cookie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Park - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪MEATliquor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Kensington Gardens
Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and express check-in. Self parking is available for GBP 35.00 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
43-inch Smart TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include laptop-compatible safes, phones, and ironing boards. Change of towels is available on request.

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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
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 35 per day)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 16.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Bar
  • The Brasserie

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 16.50 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 35.00 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

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Kensington Thistle Gardens
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Thistle Kensington Gardens Hotel London
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens on Nov 2, 2025 start from $158.92, 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 do around Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. You'll also find Kensington High Street and Kensington Palace less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

Yes, covered parking is offered for GBP 35.00 per day.

Does Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens include a casino?

No, Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a smart TV as well as a bar and a garden-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

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

Does Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Brasserie.

Does Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens.

Are there connecting rooms at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

The closest major airport to Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens is London City Airport (LCY), which is 11.9 mi away (50 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 15.3 mi away (37-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens.

Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was good hotel for the price and location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth, Morristown

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I do not recommend this hotel, nor would I ever consider staying in any Thistle hotel again. They pulled a bait & switch on our room. If we had been staying longer than one night we would have walked out and found another hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and comfortable. Amenities were excellent.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We appreciated that we could check in early. The gentleman at the front desk was very helpful with recommendations for dinner. The room was spacious and clean and the air conditioning was a great addition. Super convenient to Hyde Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

JT

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pictures seemingly leave out the hotel is above a Shell station and the garden view includes a lovely view of the gas station. Room wasn’t clean, shower faucet dripped, carpet was stained, drapes were covered in dust and stains. This was a poor choice of a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location close to Heathrow express and tube stations. Rooms are a good size and amenities were great. Service was friendly and efficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Misleading external photo of property, actually situated above a vehicle fueling station. Small lift service and lobby area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff. Loved being close to Ryde Park and Kensington Palace
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Gillaine

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

Was given a room that was unrentable

We were offered an upgrade then told it had a faulty a/c. I rejected it and said I preferred a standard room with working a/c as It was 30• outside. I was then assured it had been sorted. It hadn’t been sorted and had a sleepless a night due to the heat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice area by Kensington Gardens, near Queensway tube. Lots of restaurants and shops nearby. Good breakfast, nice bathroom. Asked for a garden view but 3rd floor room was too low.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Nice hotel and location. Room AC could be better

We've stayed at the Thistle a few times before and we like it's convenience and general comfort. Would have rated it higher but the air conditioning was not really that cool and we slept on top of our duvets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

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

Highly recommend!

Some impressions, in somewhat random order....We greatly appreciated the a/c during a heat wave in London! Comfy, spacious room in a fabulous and convenient location. We sometimes had to wait for staff at front desk (short-staffed), but they were always friendly and helpful. We were able to stow luggage ahead of check-in for no additional fee. I was pleasantly surprised to not have to ever wait too long for the (tiny) elevators. Love the Nespresso machine and bottled water in the room, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Huntington Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillaine

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gillaine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location perfect - tube stations, restaurants, yet quiet neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Trevor

Liked: Staff & service

Very Disa

We only booked this hotel due to proximity of the ELO gig at Hyde Park. After the cancellation was announced we tried to cancel the booking but they refused to cancel or move the booking to another date. I know we could have had a refundable rate but firstly the price of the hotel was inflated solely due to The Hyde Park events and surely some common sense should be used. Premier inn have a cancellation policy for their hotels next to arenas and if the hotel inflates prices due to their positional advantage then surely they should do the honourable thing and allow us to move the dates in the event of cancellation. Consequently we have had 2 nights in an expensive hotel making last minute plans to fill in the time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, lovely staff, but not clean

Check in was wonderful, friendly, engaging staff. Very easy. The location for us was great bordering Hyde Park. When we got up to the room, someone had cut their toe nails and left the remains all over the floor, so clearly the clean routine was not great. It was sorted while we were out. Disappointingly I had emailed the hotel before regarding our stay and they chose to ignore the email.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

6/10 Okay

Brittany

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A bit outdated. TV not working and did not get new remote as was told I would. Not the end of the world as not here to watch tv but like having it on while I go to sleep. Front desk was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

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

Excellent staff but terrible hotel experience

False fire alarm at 7.30am. No hot water in the morning. No aircon in room (it was 30 degrees in London!!). However staff were exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms need to be updated including the carpet. Great location with 2 Tube stations nearby and the hotel is right across the road from Hyde Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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