The Kensington Hotel

5.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Natural History Museum
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Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (1 Four Poster Bed) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Wine bar
Suite (The Brompton Suite) | Living area | Smart TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Explore the area

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109-113 Queens Gate, South Kensington, London, England, SW7 5LR
  • Place, Natural History Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Albert Hall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪52 min drive‬
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Room options

Suite (The Brompton Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Cosy)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (1 Four Poster Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (The Knightsbridge Suite)

  • 1098 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (1 Four Poster Bed)

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Cozy Room

  • Sleeps 2

Knightsbridge Suite Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Luxury Studio Suite Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Brompton Suite Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Twin Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Two Double Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, The Kensington Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum. This hotel has 150 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hyde Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • South Kensington Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 17 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ESQ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hjem - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zetland Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Urban Baristas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪K Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Natural History Museum
Guests of The Kensington Hotel enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this boutique hotel include express check-in, express check-out, and free newspapers.
Smart TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters ensure a restful night. Minibars, espresso makers, and free newspapers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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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

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 40 for adults and GBP 40 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Tea service

Restaurants on site

  • The K Bar
  • Town House at Kensington

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

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
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

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 (31 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1870
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 40.00 for adults and GBP 40.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
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 PM—-midnight
  • 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 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

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 rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Kensington
Kensington Hotel
Kensington Hotel London
The Kensington London, England
The Kensington Hotel Hotel
The Kensington Hotel London
The Kensington Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Kensington Hotel?

The Kensington Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Kensington Hotel?

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

Is parking available on site at The Kensington Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Is a spa located at The Kensington Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does The Kensington Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at The Kensington Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Kensington Hotel good for couples?

This boutique hotel offers many amenities for couples, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Kensington Hotel have a hot tub?

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

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

Yes, The Kensington Hotel serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Town House at Kensington.

Will The Kensington Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Kensington Hotel for a fee of GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Kensington Hotel?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Kensington Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Kensington Hotel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 12.5 mi away (60 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 14.4 mi away (36-minute drive).

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

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Kensington Hotel.

Does The Kensington Hotel have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at The Kensington Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 755 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1008 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

molly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible service and loved all the walkable restaurants. Bed was uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kensington is a quaint boutique hotel that I know I’ll want to return to! The restaurant, lounge, and tea areas are beautifully and tastefully decorated, offering a perfect balance of luxury and comfort while honoring the building’s historic charm in the most elegant way. It all feels lush and refined. The staff is outstanding—warm, courteous, and always ready to help. The doormen, in particular, add a special touch with their friendliness and thoughtful conversation while you wait for your ride. And the location? Possibly my favorite part. As a first-time visitor to London, I wanted to be close to the main attractions—but not too close. This hotel delivered exactly that. Tucked away in a quiet, upscale neighborhood, it felt like a peaceful retreat far from the hustle and bustle, yet I could easily walk to most major sights. A true hidden gem that feels like another world. All in all, it was a fabulous stay. I can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, superb service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

A memorable stay at the Kensington Hotel

We were extremely pleased with our stay at the Kensington. The room was great, the service was excellent. Can’t say enough good things about it. The location was also a positive. We wouldn’t consider staying anywhere else if we go back to London.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Short Stay

Fantastic staff got an early check in and very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for what we wanted
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion, Palm Beach

Traveled with partner
Location and amenities. Great food. Nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kadian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service from the moment we arrived. This hotel truly lived up to its 5 star rating. The location provided easy access to the metro, and was central and extremely safe. Plenty to do and if you do not feel like leaving the hotel, you could easily dine in as well. This hotel is worth every penny and will be the only place I stay in London when I return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Nice attention to details.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent and the hotel is beautiful however, we paid $916 for 2 nights and our room’s only small window overlooked the building mechanics and litter. We were overcharged for breakfast and it took two times to get the price right. What was supposed to be a splurge was disappointing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Exceeded my expectations

Everything was lovely and exceeded my expectations
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Traveled with family
Lovely hotel. Recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Service was impeccable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay there
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Cypress

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful hotel! Staff was amazing. Neighborhood was walkable and close to museums. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderfully decorated hotel and helpful staff. Small bathrooms yet the room had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myriam

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

Great break

It was great. Everyone was very kind and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Cypress

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel, excellent staff, and an incredible breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025