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Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Bar (on property)
Interior entrance
Lobby
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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104 Bayswater Road, London, England, W2 3HL
  • Place, Kensington Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington Palace
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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

Family Room Sleeps 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Twin Room

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

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

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(101 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Family Room Sleeps 3

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View | Garden view

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Family Room Sleeps 4

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Family Room Sleeps 4

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe King Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens is within a 5-minute walk of Kensington Gardens and within 15 minutes 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 - 0.1 miles
  • Queensway - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hyde Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kensington Palace - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Queensway Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London Paddington Station - 11 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Thistle London Hyde Park 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 tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. 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 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Bar
  • The Brasserie

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

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% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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
  • Mini-fridge

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

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 22 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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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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 Jul 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens on Aug 23, 2026 start from $160, 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.

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 Royal Albert Hall and Kensington Palace less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

Yes, covered parking is offered for GBP 35 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

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

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, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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 13 mi away (67 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 15.3 mi away (44-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens that offer a balcony.

Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 556 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1120 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Trine Bohn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, clean and friendly staff, great location !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here, everything was splendid!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff at check-in. Great location and clean well appointed room with a great view of the park
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Ajmal

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Average hotel with a great location .rooms are very small and when orbitz gave me a vip upgrade I had to pay £20 per night for the slightly larger room
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, close to underground but quiet overlooking Hyde park.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in an ideal location. The staff were very friendly and provided good service. Not the most modern rooms but reasonable value and the breakfast has a decent choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room great location shops nearby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the shower was great, the bed was firm but super comfortable, and the staff were very friendly. It is a good hotel in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room. Friendly staff. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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4/10 Poor

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room tiny and not much going on but in a great central area
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, staff very helpful and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff and a good base to visit London
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nadeen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location , spacious rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

PETER DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good food, nice room.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly and helpful during every interaction. The location of the hotel is convenient for getting on the tube and site seeing London. The room was clean and bright. We greatly enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were friendly, efficient, and surprisingly accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is so friendly, perfect location. Rooms are a little small and I thought we were getting a room with a bath from the pictures so make sure to ask before you get your room. Very good staff, very kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location to Hyde Park, the tube, HOHO buses and ground transit. Short taxi from Paddington Station.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was good, £35 for 24 hours Hotel was ok ,two single beds pushed together and on rollers so moved around a bit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Suze

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025