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Royal Garden Hotel
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Hotel in Kensington, London · 1.34 km from centre

9.0

 

1,509 reviews

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With a stay at Royal Garden Hotel, you'll be centrally located in London – a 7-minute walk from Kensington Palace and 13 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This family-friendly hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Buckingham Palace and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Piccadilly Circus.

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Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
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Hotel in Kensington, London · 1.30 km from centre

7.4

 

2,962 reviews

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A stay at Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington places you in the heart of London – a 4-minute drive from Hyde Park and 8 minutes from Buckingham Palace. This eco-friendly hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Piccadilly Circus and 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Trafalgar Square.

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Millennium Hotel London Knightsbridge
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Hotel in Knightsbridge, London · 1.22 km from centre

6.8

 

955 reviews

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With a stay at Millennium Hotel London Knightsbridge, you'll be centrally located in London, steps from Sloane Street and within a 5-minute walk of Harrods. This eco-friendly hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Hyde Park Corner.

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Millennium Hotel and Conference Centre Gloucester London
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Hotel in South Kensington, London · 0.58 km from centre

8.0

 

1,812 reviews

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Located in London (London City Centre), Millennium Hotel and Conference Centre Gloucester London is within a 10-minute walk of Natural History Museum and Imperial College London. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Kensington High Street and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum.

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The Exhibitionist Hotel
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Hotel in South Kensington, London · 0.21 km from centre

8.8

 

958 reviews

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With a stay at The Exhibitionist Hotel, you'll be centrally located in London, steps from Natural History Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Imperial College London. This boutique hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Royal Albert Hall and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Harrods.

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The Hari
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Hotel in Belgravia, London · 1.34 km from centre

9.2

 

675 reviews

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Located in London (London City Centre), The Hari is within a 10-minute walk of Harrods and Hyde Park. This boutique hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Science Museum.

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Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG
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Hotel in Kensington, London · 1.30 km from centre

7.8

 

1,406 reviews

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A stay at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG places you in the heart of London, within a 5-minute drive of Kensington Palace and Royal Albert Hall. This spa hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Buckingham Palace.

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Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt)
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Hotel in Queen's Gate, London · 0.50 km from centre

8.2

 

871 reviews

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Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt) is centrally located in London – a 5-minute walk from Natural History Museum and 6 minutes by foot from Imperial College London. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Science Museum.

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The Montana Hotel
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Hotel in Queen's Gate, London · 0.58 km from centre

7.9

 

6,128 reviews

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The modern and clean 3-star Montana is very close to museums, the Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park. It has a restaurant, bar and air-conditioned rooms. Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby.

Gloucester Road London Underground Station is a 3-minute walk away and has a link to Heathrow Airport.

Each room has a fridge and an interactive flat-screen TV.

The hotel offers a discount at its Light of India restaurant where it offers continental breakfast each morning and an à la carte menu for lunch and dinner. Guests can also relax and enjoy a signature cocktail or choose from a collection of wine and beers at the Lion's Bar.

Montana Hotel is a 10-minute walk from the shops of Kensington, Knightsbridge, including Harrods department store. Earls Court and Olympia are easy to access.

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Cromwell Hotel
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Hotel in South Kensington, London · 0.90 km from centre

7.6

 

351 reviews

The Cromwell International Hotel is in close to the vibrant 'Theatreland', in London, with a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff. Free WiFi is available in public areas.

Professionally managed, the Cromwell International Hotel is located a short walk from famous shopping in Knightsbridge, close to all the major attractions in London.

It is within 20 minutes’ walk of the Science Museum, Natural History Museum, Royal Albert Hall, Hyde Park, and the Olympia and Earl's Court exhibition halls.

Visitors from all over the world are made to feel at home. There is a lift available (though not to the 5th floor) and a meeting room.

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Gainsborough Hotel
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Hotel in South Kensington, London · 0.19 km from centre

8.4

 

906 reviews

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With a stay at Gainsborough Hotel in London (London City Centre), you'll be steps from Natural History Museum and 11 minutes by foot from Kensington High Street. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Hyde Park and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum.

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Chelsea Cloisters Serviced Apartments
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Aparthotel in Chelsea, London · 0.55 km from centre

6.8

 

2,240 reviews

A stay at The Chelsea Cloisters Serviced Apartments places you in the heart of London, within a 10-minute walk of Victoria and Albert Museum and Sloane Square. This aparthotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Natural History Museum and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Imperial College London.

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The Resident Kensington
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Hotel in Earl's Court, London · 1.06 km from centre

9.2

 

902 reviews

A stay at The Resident Kensington places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Imperial College London. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Natural History Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Hyde Park.

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Jumeirah Lowndes London
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Hotel in Belgravia, London · 1.29 km from centre

8.8

 

595 reviews

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With a stay at Jumeirah Lowndes London, you'll be centrally located in London, just a 5-minute walk from Hyde Park and 6 minutes by foot from Harrods. This family-friendly hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Hyde Park Corner and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Sloane Square.

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Park Grand London Kensington
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Hotel in Earl's Court, London · 1.19 km from centre

8.2

 

971 reviews

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A stay at Park Grand London Kensington places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Kensington Gardens and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Imperial College London.

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DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington
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Hotel in Queen's Gate, London · 0.63 km from centre

7.8

 

941 reviews

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With a stay at DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington, you'll be centrally located in London – a 6-minute walk from Natural History Museum and 15 minutes by foot from Royal Albert Hall. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Harrods and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Hyde Park.

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My Place Hotel
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Hotel in Earl's Court, London · 1.37 km from centre

6.6

 

974 reviews

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A stay at My Place Hotel places you in the heart of London, within a 5-minute drive of Natural History Museum and Royal Albert Hall. This hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Kensington Palace and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Buckingham Palace.

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The Kensington Hotel
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Hotel in South Kensington, London · 0.31 km from centre

9.2

 

955 reviews

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With a stay at The Kensington Hotel, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 10-minute walk of Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum. This boutique hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Science Museum and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Royal Albert Hall.

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Lamont Hotel
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Hotel in Queen's Gate, London · 0.93 km from centre

3.4

 

360 reviews

Situated in London, within less than 1 km of Natural History Museum and a 16-minute walk of South Kensington Underground Station, Lamont Hotel features free WiFi throughout the property. The property is set 2.2 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre, 2.7 km from Portobello Road Market and 1.9 km from Paddington Station. The property is 3.3 km from the city centre and 400 metres from Royal Albert Hall.

Popular points of interest near the hotel include The Serpentine, Harrods and Victoria and Albert Museum. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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K Hotel Kensington
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Hotel in South Kensington, London · 0.89 km from centre

7.8

 

591 reviews

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Located in London (London City Centre), K Hotel Kensington is within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Imperial College London and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Kensington Gardens.

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Find out more about South Kensington

South Kensington is effortlessly elegant without feeling overly formal, thanks to its ability to blend leafy squares with stylish cafés and world-renowned museums. Set just west of central London, the SW7 postcode gently hums with culture, coffee stops and hidden gardens to create a welcoming atmosphere away from the city's busier areas.

The neighbourhood's charm comes from its laid-back pace and refined details, whether you’re browsing independent bookshops, relaxing in boutique cafés or exploring quiet, tree-lined streets. Staying in South Kensington places you comfortably close to the heart of London, but at your own relaxed rhythm.

Where to stay in South Kensington

You have plenty of options when it comes to hotels in South Kensington. They range from smart, budget-friendly options to beautifully polished boutique stays. Many cheap hotels still offer plenty of charm and are just a stroll away from iconic attractions, perfect for exploring at your own pace

If comfort and character are your priorities, the neighbourhood’s selection of boutique hotels hits the spot. Think tasteful rooms with personalised service and inviting lounge spaces ideal for unwinding after busy days. South Kensington’s hotels offer a dash of luxury, often housed in handsome Victorian buildings overlooking quiet squares or tucked along elegant side streets.

Top things to do in South Kensington

  • Wander through Exhibition Road’s museums. From dinosaurs at the Natural History Museum to cutting-edge design at the V&A, it’s a cultural hotspot all within a short walk.
  • Visit Hyde Park. It’s one of the world’s most famous green spaces and is ideal for quiet walks, picnics by the Serpentine or simply people-watching.
  • Stroll the immaculate Kensington Palace Gardens. They offer quiet charm alongside glimpses of royal life.
  • Spend an evening at the Royal Albert Hall. Whether it's for a classical concert or contemporary gig, evenings here feel special. And the stunning architecture is chef’s kiss.
  • Explore Brompton Food Market for gourmet delights. Pick up artisan cheeses, fresh pastries or enjoy lunch in their cosy garden, a favourite local spot perfect for food lovers.

Insider tips for hotels in South Kensington

  • Stay slightly off the main roads around Gloucester Road or Cromwell Road. You’ll get a quiet night's sleep yet still be within easy walking distance to tube stations and attractions.
  • Many hotels offer discounted tickets or early entrance to local museums and galleries. Make sure to ask reception for insider perks.
  • Look for local markets like the South Kensington Farmers’ Market, on Bute Street, for tasty street snacks and gourmet treats.
  • Evening strolls around Thurloe Square or Onslow Gardens reveal the quieter, elegant side of South Kensington, often overlooked by visitors.
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