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Ellen Kensington

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Restaurant
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Suite (Coronation)
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$293
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June

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18-26 Barkston Gardens, London, England, SW5 0EN
  • Place, Cromwell Road
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Imperial College London
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Compact Double

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Compact Single

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Continental Suite

Continental Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Crown Suite

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (Coronation)

Suite (Coronation)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, Terrace

Classic Room, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Deluxe

Classic Deluxe

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Compact Single

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Compact Double

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

London

At Ellen Kensington you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Cromwell Road and within 15 minutes of Kensington High Street. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. .Within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class London City Centre hotel, attractions include Imperial College London and Natural History Museum.

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kensington High Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Imperial College London - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Natural History Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hyde Park - 7 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Earl's Court Station - 5 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 10 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paul - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cast Iron Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Courtfield - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ellen Kensington

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Ellen Kensington.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ellen Kensington offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and hairdryers.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in June 2024.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 25 for adults and GBP 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Lift (71 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Renovated guestrooms - June 2024
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 150

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

  • Pets: GBP 50 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of GBP 50
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 26 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 70 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 25 for adults and from GBP 25 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 50 per pet, per night plus a one-off GBP 50 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 150 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 70 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Ellen Kensington Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Ellen Kensington family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ellen Kensington is a hit with families.

How much does it cost to stay at Ellen Kensington?

As of 31 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ellen Kensington on 7 Jun 2026 start from NZ$293, 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.

Does Ellen Kensington serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ellen Kensington?

No, Ellen Kensington does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ellen Kensington?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ellen Kensington?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Ellen Kensington Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 224 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RESTITUTO, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect close to Earl’s Court Station. The staff’s very kind, helpful and knowledgeable. I would recommend and will come back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

May

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely room, all staff very friendly and helpful! Fabulous location and great amenities. Only issues were the in room heating/AC (hard to use, heating was on blast even when cooling setting was on and temp set to low so room was always really warm), the door lock was very slow to unlock, and the person who checked me in (whilst very lovely and professional) announced my room number - as a solo female traveller it didn’t feel very safe to do so. Overall a fantastic stay and I’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room is perfect and spotless! The staff are great and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Andreya

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzana

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent for our visit to London, the hotel was clean and beautifully decorated. Our room was spacious for London, clean, comfortable and had good amenities including a coffee machine, toiletries, gowns and slippers. The bed was comfortable, for us a little too soft, however we slept well with quality bedding and the surrounding area was quiet. Breakfast was excellent with good choice and tasteful food. Staff were professional and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room and location. Clean room and excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a quiet area. Close to tube and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sinisa

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all so friendly and professional. Room was fantastic for a compact double room excellent facilities an cleanliness. Bathroom was very small however it was functional and done to a very impressive standard with fixtures and fittings.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mayari

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Phil

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very small compared to previous stays. TV didn’t work as reliant on WiFi and network wouldn’t connect. Didn’t receive the VIP Benefits (Again). Disappointing overall.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, great room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
fantastic location, spotless hotel and great service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I understood that the room was described as 'compact' when I booked. However, I was shocked how tiny it was! It was a tight squeeze to walk around the bed!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rosanna

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was quiet but needs to be updated . The bedsheets were clean, the TV worked, the bathrooms were terribly small. The barn door to the bathroom did not work properly and it was right across from our bed. The front desk staff was helpful. The housekeeping service was okay. It took 30-45 mins for an iron and a bottle of water. The lobby was beautiful. If they renovated the rooms like the lobby, I would come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and hotel. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren, Miami

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

cristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Port Hope

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel was a lovely surprise. Centrally located and close to tube stations, we found it a perfect base for our London adventure. The room, though small, was well appointed and very well maintained. The breakfast was great with lots of options. The dinners were also good quality and well priced. The staff were always helpful and attentive.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

C

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very small, TV didn't work initially but this was quickly sorted. Wet room concept is quite good but everything in the bathroom gets soaked so it is difficult to use the toilet. 'Influencers' are annoying at breakfast and the service charge when ordering at the bar is an annoyance as you don't know the price you are actually paying. Staff are really friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025