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Kensington Gardens Hotel

2.5 star property
Victorian hotel in London

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Exterior
Interior entrance
Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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9, Kensington Gardens Square, London, England, W2 4BH
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Buckingham Palace
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Piccadilly Circus
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre within a mile (2 km) of Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens Hotel is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Buckingham Palace. The 17 rooms at this hotel include coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and desk chairs.

What's nearby

  • Hyde Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 8 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Piccadilly Circus - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Trafalgar Square - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Big Ben - 11 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bayswater Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London Paddington Station - 15 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prince Alfred - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bayswater Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gold Mine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Four Seasons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Phoenix Pub - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kensington Gardens Hotel

Victorian hotel in London
Kensington Gardens Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a banquet hall. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, concierge services, and luggage storage.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, phones, and desks.

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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

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1854
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Phoenix Hotel, 1-8 Kensington Garden Square]
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Kensington Gardens Hotel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Kensington Gardens Hotel?

Kensington Gardens Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Kensington Gardens Hotel?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a short 17-minute walk of Hyde Park and also 18 minutes on foot from Kensington High Street. You'll also find Kensington Gardens and Kensington Palace less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Kensington Gardens Hotel?

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

Does Kensington Gardens Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Kensington Gardens Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kensington Gardens Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Kensington Gardens Hotel?

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

Does Kensington Gardens Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Kensington Gardens Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Kensington Gardens Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kensington Gardens Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Kensington Gardens Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Kensington Gardens Hotel?

The closest major airport to Kensington Gardens Hotel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 12.3 mi away (62 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 15.3 mi away (40-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kensington Gardens Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Kensington Gardens Hotel.

Reviews

Kensington Gardens Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 871 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 871 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 871 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 871 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 871 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Glenda

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

10/10 Excellent

Irfan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception staff is expected
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Madeline

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
No air conditioning and they put us on the top floor with 90 pounds of luggage. Horrible time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very hot
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, comfortable rooms (friend, me). But she was at the front of our building and had a group roomed around her: noisy (my room was off on its own, at the back: quiet). Also, she was located where the outside door BANGED shut every time someone entered/exited. Maybe they could adjust the setting so that it closes quietly?
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

1 night stay

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sergey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve got room on 5th floor and building is old and has no elevators. Other than that everything else was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elisabeth

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

8/10 Good

Julie-Anne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small room but great price and great location. Room 16 was extremely hot even with the window open. Needed Aircon
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, Roanoke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

KleAnn

Liked: Cleanliness
It was fine for the 1 night that i stayed. The staff was friendly and helpful. Lugging my suitcase up 4 flights of stairs was NOT fun. The room was so small, there was no place to even put my suitcase and open except on the bed. Overall, it was acceptable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small, but well appointed and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with easy access to public transport friendly vibrant area with very good customer service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness
We thought we had selected same hotel as last year. No elevater and old fashion building. Worrried about no fire escape on third floor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Valentyna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Due to lack of conditioning, I had hard time even when the max daily temperature was 80-82 degrees. I cannot imagine staying in a room with 90+. The room is small and awfully heated by the sun with no ventilation whatsoever.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly front desk that answered many questions. Very close to the Tube so easy to get anywhere. Enjoyed walking around Kensington and Hyde Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most wonderful stay at this hotel. The staff was absolutely amazing and kind and helpful. The room was comfortable in the location could not have been better. It was walkable to restaurants, and of course, Kensington Gardens. We even walked all the way to Kensington Palace. it was a wonderful day. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bbbb
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here before. This time I booked a twin/single room. Very tiny, but efficient and ok for two nights. Had a nice view over the square. Fairly quiet at night. However…the last time I stayed, I was annoyed by the doors which slam shut if you’re not careful. This time on Both nights I jumped several times with this happening due to inconsiderate or unaware neighbours. Last time, I had recommended putting up discrete signage to encourage guests to be considerate, but that did not happen. And, as with all these older historical properties footfall and other noises can easily be heard despite the carpeting. So, if you’re sensitive to noise, there are issues here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

The friendliest of people
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Erin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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