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Charming Chelsea Studio, Harrods, Central London
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.34 mi from centre

8.2

 

51 reviews

Charming Chelsea Studio, Harrods, Central London is situated in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, 600 metres from Victoria and Albert Museum, 1.1 km from Harrods and 1.4 km from Royal Albert Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is 600 metres from South Kensington Underground Station, and within 2.8 km of the city centre.

The apartment features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Natural History Museum is less than 1 km from Charming Chelsea Studio, Harrods, Central London, while The Serpentine is 1.8 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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Earls Court West Serviced Apartments by Concept Apartments
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Apartment in Earl's Court, London · 0.88 mi from centre

8.6

 

9 reviews

With a stay at Earls Court West Serviced Apartments by Concept Apartments in London (London City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kensington High Street and Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre. This apartment is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Hyde Park and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Marble Arch.

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OBRA Studio Flats
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Apartment in Redcliffe, London · 0.78 mi from centre

8.2

 

22 reviews

OBRA Studio Flats provides accommodation within 4.4 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. The property features city views and is 1.5 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 1.6 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC. Harrods is 2.3 km away and Royal Albert Hall is 2.4 km from the apartment.

At the apartment complex, all units are fitted with a desk. The apartment complex offers certain units with garden views, and the units have a kettle. The units include a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include Natural History Museum, Olympia Exhibition Centre and Victoria and Albert Museum. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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Stylish & Comfy Stay at Chelsea Cloisters London - Walk to Tube & Bus
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.34 mi from centre

8.0

 

3 reviews

In the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, close to Victoria and Albert Museum, Stylish & Comfy Stay at Chelsea Cloisters London - Walk to Tube & Bus has a bar and a washing machine. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is 2.8 km from the city centre and 600 metres from South Kensington Underground Station.

The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include Harrods, Royal Albert Hall and Natural History Museum. London City Airport is 17 km from the property.

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Kensington 2 Bedroom Luxe
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Apartment in Kensington, London · 0.79 mi from centre

8.0

 

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Attractively located in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, Kensington 2 Bedroom Luxe is situated 1.6 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre, 1.9 km from Victoria and Albert Museum and 1.7 km from South Kensington Underground Station. The property is around 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall, 2.3 km from Harrods and 2.5 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC. The property is 1.4 km from Natural History Museum, and within 4.2 km of the city centre.

With a private bathroom, units at the apartment complex also boast free WiFi, while some rooms include a terrace.

Eventim Apollo is 2.6 km from the apartment, while Portobello Road Market is 2.8 km from the property. London Heathrow Airport is 18 km away.

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Modern studio, Prime location, Stunning city view
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.34 mi from centre

8.2

 

22 reviews

In the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, close to Victoria and Albert Museum, Modern studio, Prime location, Stunning city view features a bar and a washing machine. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is 2.8 km from the city centre and 600 metres from South Kensington Underground Station.

The apartment comes with 1 separate bedroom and includes a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, toaster and dining area. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include Harrods, Royal Albert Hall and Natural History Museum. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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Cheval Thorney Court at Hyde Park
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Aparthotel in Queen's Gate, London · 0.63 mi from centre

9.6

 

32 reviews

A stay at Cheval Thorney Court at Hyde Park places you in the heart of London, steps from Kensington High Street and Kensington Gardens. This luxury aparthotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Hyde Park and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Imperial College London.

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No. 30 Knightsbridge
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Hotel in Knightsbridge, London · 0.71 mi from centre

9.0

 

30 reviews

With a stay at No. 30 Knightsbridge in London (London City Centre), you'll be steps from Harrods and 6 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Buckingham Palace and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Piccadilly Circus.

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Knightsbridge Two Bed Apartment
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Apartment in Knightsbridge, London · 0.53 mi from centre

7.5

 

80 reviews

Knightsbridge Two Bed Apartment is set in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, 700 metres from Victoria and Albert Museum, 1.1 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 1.3 km from Royal Albert Hall. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 300 metres from Harrods, and within 2.3 km of the city centre.

The 2-bedroom apartment is fitted with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Natural History Museum is 1 km from the apartment, while The Serpentine is 1.2 km away. London City Airport is 17 km from the property.

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South Kensington Studios by D'Montrio
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Aparthotel in South Kensington, London · 0.25 mi from centre

8.4

 

315 reviews

South Kensington Studios by D'Montrio features rooms with free WiFi in the centre of London. This recently renovated aparthotel is located 600 metres from South Kensington Underground Station and less than 1 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property offers soundproof units and is situated 800 metres from Natural History Museum.

The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the aparthotel, every unit is equipped with bed linen and towels.

Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Harrods, Royal Albert Hall and Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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Blue Star Apartments
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.69 mi from centre

7.4

 

165 reviews

Blue Star Apartments is situated in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, 1.4 km from South Kensington Underground Station, 1.7 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre and 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is around 1.4 km from Victoria and Albert Museum, 2.1 km from Harrods and 2.2 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC. The property is 4.1 km from the city centre and 1 km from Natural History Museum.

The accommodations feature a TV, a private bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also available, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, every unit comes with bed linen and towels.

Eventim Apollo is 2.7 km from the apartment, while The Serpentine is 2.9 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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3 Sloane Gardens
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Aparthotel in Belgravia, London · 0.81 mi from centre

8.5

 

335 reviews

3 Sloane Gardens provides accommodation within 2.3 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, a toaster and a fridge. It is located 1.6 km from South Kensington Underground Station and features a lift. The aparthotel features family rooms.

The aparthotel will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a coffee machine, an oven, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. At the aparthotel, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels.

Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Victoria Train Station, Buckingham Palace and Victoria and Albert Museum. London City Airport is 18 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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2Bed Knightsbridge Apartment with Private Balcony and Harrods View
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Apartment in Knightsbridge, London · 0.68 mi from centre

7.9

 

17 reviews

Right in the centre of London, situated within a short distance of Harrods and Victoria and Albert Museum, 2Bed Knightsbridge Apartment with Private Balcony and Harrods View offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and kettle. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.3 km from South Kensington Underground Station.

The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include Royal Albert Hall, Buckingham Palace and Victoria Train Station. London City Airport is 17 km from the property.

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Lovely Chelsea Entire Apartment london city
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.88 mi from centre

7.9

 

38 reviews

Lovely Chelsea Entire Apartment london city is located in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, 1.9 km from South Kensington Underground Station, 2.3 km from Victoria and Albert Museum and 2.5 km from Natural History Museum. The property is set 2.7 km from Harrods, 2.8 km from Royal Albert Hall and 2.9 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. The property is 1.1 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC, and within 4.3 km of the city centre.

With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Clapham Junction is 3.5 km from the apartment, while The Serpentine is 3.7 km away. London City Airport is 20 km from the property.

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South Kensington Apartments
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.15 mi from centre

7.8

 

18 reviews

With a stay at South Kensington Apartments in London (London City Centre), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Natural History Museum and 11 minutes by foot from Kensington High Street. This apartment is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Hyde Park and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Imperial College London.

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SG, Prime South Kensington Luxury Suite
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.09 mi from centre

7.8

 

48 reviews

Set in London, 300 metres from Natural History Museum and 500 metres from Victoria and Albert Museum, SG, Prime South Kensington Luxury Suite provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a TV. The property is situated 2.4 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC, 2.7 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre and 3.4 km from Victoria Train Station. The property is 200 metres from South Kensington Underground Station, and within 3.2 km of the city centre.

The apartment features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Popular points of interest near SG, Prime South Kensington Luxury Suite include Royal Albert Hall, Harrods and The Serpentine. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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Two bed Two bath Kensington Apartment
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Apartment in Queen's Gate, London · 0.71 mi from centre

8.5

 

30 reviews

Two bed Two bath Kensington Apartment is situated in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, 1.3 km from Natural History Museum, 1.6 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 2 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is 1.1 km from Royal Albert Hall, and within 3.9 km of the city centre.

The spacious apartment is composed of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms. A flat-screen TV is provided. The accommodation is non-smoking.

The Serpentine is 2.2 km from the apartment, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 1.6 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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One bedroom Hyde Park Apartment
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Apartment in Queen's Gate, London · 0.55 mi from centre

7.8

 

35 reviews

In the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, close to Natural History Museum, One bedroom Hyde Park Apartment features free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is located 1.3 km from Victoria and Albert Museum, 2.3 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre and 1.9 km from Paddington Station. The property is 3.3 km from the city centre and 400 metres from Royal Albert Hall.

The spacious apartment is equipped with 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include South Kensington Underground Station, The Serpentine and Harrods. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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Ashburn Court Apartments
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Aparthotel in South Kensington, London · 0.48 mi from centre

8.6

 

297 reviews

Just 14 minutes' walk from the Victoria and Albert and the Natural History museums, Ashburn Court Apartments feature self-catering accommodation in London, 3 minutes' walk from Gloucester Road. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout.

The apartments come with a lounge with flat-screen TV and DVD player, a fully equipped kitchen with oven, microwave and dishwasher and a bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer and bathtub or shower. Extras include a washing machine and air conditioning.

The shops on Gloucester Road, as well as Knightsbridge, Sloane Street and The King's Road are within walking distance.

The property is within 1 mile of the world-famous Harrods, Hyde Park and the Royal Albert Hall. Marble Arch can be reached in less than 30 minutes by bus and King's Cross St Pancras is 24 minutes' away by Tube.

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Beautiful Belgravia by Underthedoormat
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Apartment in Belgravia, London · 0.83 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Sloane Square and 12 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This apartment is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Harrods and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Victoria Station Travel Information Centre.

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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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