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The Kensington Hotel

5.0 star property

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Suite (The Brompton)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$525
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

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109-113 Queens Gate, South Kensington, London, England, SW7 5LR
  • Place, Natural History Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria and Albert Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Suite (The Brompton)

Suite (The Brompton)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Cosy)

Room (Cosy)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite (The Knightsbridge)

Suite (The Knightsbridge)

  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Studio Suite (1 Four Poster Bed)

Luxury Studio Suite (1 Four Poster Bed)

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite (1 Four Poster Bed)

Studio Suite (1 Four Poster Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Luxury Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
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  • Air-conditioning
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The price is NZ$450
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
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About the area

London

A luxury stay in the heart of London awaits you at The Kensington Hotel. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Town House at Kensington, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The K Bar is the hotel's own wine bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and spa services. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class London City Centre hotel include Science Museum and Royal Albert Hall.

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Science Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hyde Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪ESQ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zetland Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hjem - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Urban Baristas - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A fitness centre, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Kensington Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

This 5-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1870
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Kensington Hotel offers 150 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

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  • Free Wi-Fi
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  • Air-conditioning
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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

  • 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 cot
  • 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
  • Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1870
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 and check-out are 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
Express check-out available

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 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 40.00 for adults and from 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 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 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
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, Barclaycard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Kensington Hotel?

The Kensington Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kensington Hotel?

As of 2 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on 8 Mar 2026 start from 525.46, 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.

Is there a spa on site at The Kensington Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

What makes The Kensington Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Kensington Hotel.

Is The Kensington Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and babysitting services, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Kensington Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Kensington Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, English breakfast is available weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Kensington Hotel?

No, The Kensington Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Kensington Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Kensington Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 754 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1002 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff members were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Saadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient. Friendly staff and great amenities. I did see a mouse while I was eating later at night and the staff didn’t seem fazed by it so hence my 4 star rating
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kathleen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

10/10 Excellent

Bradley, chicago

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here 5 times for approximately a week. The location is phenomenal.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely hotel. Staff was courteous and gracious. The room was clean and comfortable. Overall a great hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
So but biscuits in room were half eaten,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with exceptional service. Jonny at the bar and Ronnie the bellman were especially memorable. 10/10 and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

seyhan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff is really helpfull and polite . Location is very good, very close to Victoria Albert and National History museum. But the walls are very thin you can hear every voice and feel every movement happens next room. the building is old you can feel it. we had a bad smell at the bath.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vassil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding Performance as always!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room, facilities and staff were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Hinesburg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We always stay at the Kensington. It is so beautiful, the staff is incredibly nice and they are very efficient. We feel at home and well taken care of here.
Floral display in the beautiful lobby.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Margaret

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

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a perfect location. Easy to walk and explore Kensington, Chelsea and Nottinghill. Close to shopping and attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vassil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and the staff were up to the highest standards as usual, thank you very much!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service overall, great restaurant and bar
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this hotel on two previous occasions and this time we were very disappointed overall. When we asked about an upgrade we were literally “fobbed off”, service in the bar and casual dining was disorganised to say the least. Our room when cleaned one day we weren’t provided with face washers and another day no body wash. Our last night it was windy and the noise from something loose on the roof was extremely loud and annoying. Our next time in London we would be looking at other hotels.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not worth the money - whilst the hotel itself was fabulous, and the guest service, restaurant and bar were excellent, the rooms were poorly decorated and too small and not worth the money spent. I would not stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, lovely area. First class service in bar and restaurant. Thomas is a class gentleman
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Titi

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025