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Stunning 2 bed/2bath flat in heart of Kensington
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Apartment in Kensington, London · 0.68 mi from centre

9.4

 

21 reviews

Situated in the centre of London, just 1.2 km from Natural History Museum and 1.5 km from South Kensington Underground Station, Stunning 2 bed/2bath flat in heart of Kensington features accommodation with garden views and free WiFi. The property is located 1.7 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre, 1.5 km from Victoria and Albert Museum and 2.2 km from Harrods. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.4 km from Royal Albert Hall.

The spacious apartment is located on the ground floor and features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC is 2.8 km from the apartment, while The Serpentine is 3 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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Chic 1 Bedroom Apartment Central London by Wild
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.61 mi from centre

7.2

 

46 reviews

Right in the centre of London, situated within a short distance of Natural History Museum and South Kensington Underground Station, Chic 1 Bedroom Apartment Central London by Wild offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a fridge and coffee machine. It is set 1.8 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre and features a lift. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.5 km from Royal Albert Hall.

The apartment with a terrace and city views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing.

A minimarket is available at the apartment.

Victoria and Albert Museum is 1.2 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 1.9 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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The Lovely Apartments Around Kensington and Chelsea Locations W8 SW5 SW3 SW10 by Ricky & Giustina
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Apartment in Redcliffe, London · 0.55 mi from centre

8.4

 

113 reviews

Situated in the centre of London, just 1.1 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 1.1 km from Natural History Museum, The Lovely Apartments Around Kensington and Chelsea Locations W8 SW5 SW3 SW10 by Ricky & Giustina features accommodation with garden views and free WiFi. It is set 1.9 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and offers a lift. The apartment has family rooms.

All units at the apartment complex come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with slippers, a shower and a hair dryer. A dishwasher, an oven and microwave are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, units have bed linen and towels.

Royal Albert Hall is 1.8 km from the apartment, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 1.3 km from the property. London Heathrow Airport is 19 km away.

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No1 The Mansions By Mansley
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Aparthotel in Redcliffe, London · 0.74 mi from centre

9.0

 

418 reviews

No1 The Mansions is a self-catering accommodation situated within a 10-minute walk of Earls Court Exhibition Centre and Tube station.. Free WiFi access is available throughout.

The apartments are tastefully decorated and all feature a comfortable king size bed, a living space in which to entertain or unwind and watch TV, and a modern kitchen with cooking utensils and high spec utilities. The luxury self-catering apartments are fully loaded with all the essentials and mod cons you would expect to make this your perfect home away from home, whether you are traveling for business or leisure.

High Street Kensington is just over a 10-minute walk away and features a wide variety of shops, places to eat and nightlife. London Heathrow Airport can be reached in less than 40 minutes via Tube from Earls Court station.

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Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom in Chelsea - central London - share apartment
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Homestay in Redcliffe, London · 0.80 mi from centre

9.6

 

23 reviews

Right in the heart of London, situated within a short distance of Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and South Kensington Underground Station, Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom in Chelsea - central London - share apartment offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as an oven and kettle. The property has city views and is 1.6 km from Natural History Museum and 1.8 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.8 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre.

The kitchen features a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. Additional in-room amenities include fruits.

Harrods is 2.6 km from the homestay, while Royal Albert Hall is 2.6 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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The Chelsea Kensington 159 Apartment
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Apartment in Redcliffe, London · 0.84 mi from centre

7.8

 

46 reviews

Set in the centre of London, just 1.7 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 1.8 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre, The Chelsea Kensington 159 Apartment offers accommodation with inner courtyard views and free WiFi. It is situated 1.7 km from Natural History Museum and provides full-day security. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.3 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC.

The apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with garden views.

Victoria and Albert Museum is 2 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 2.6 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Sir Hans Residence opposite Harrods with AC
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Apartment in Knightsbridge, London · 0.57 mi from centre

7.4

 

7 reviews

In a central area of London, located within a short distance of Harrods and Victoria and Albert Museum, Sir Hans Residence opposite Harrods with AC offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and coffee machine. Featuring a terrace, the apartment is close to several noted attractions, around 1.3 km from Royal Albert Hall, 2 km from Buckingham Palace and 1.1 km from Natural History Museum. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.1 km from South Kensington Underground Station.

The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include Victoria Train Station, Victoria Underground Station and The Serpentine. London City Airport is 17 km away.

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Westwood House
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.76 mi from centre

8.6

 

162 reviews

Westwood House offers accommodation within 3.9 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment features family rooms.

At the apartment complex, the units are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. The units at the apartment complex come with a seating area.

An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC, South Kensington Underground Station and Victoria and Albert Museum. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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Stylish Apartment in Chelsea
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.33 mi from centre

8.0

 

13 reviews

Stylish Apartment in Chelsea is set 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 featured 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.

This apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Natural History Museum is less than 1 km from the apartment, while The Serpentine is 1.8 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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2 Bedroom Apartment in Central London South Kensington by Wild London
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Apartment in Redcliffe, London · 0.45 mi from centre

8.4

 

75 reviews

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In the centre of London, located within a short distance of South Kensington Underground Station and Natural History Museum, 2 Bedroom Apartment in Central London South Kensington by Wild London offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and coffee machine. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a patio. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall.

The spacious apartment with a terrace and garden views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Guests at the apartment can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Popular points of interest near 2 Bedroom Apartment in Central London South Kensington by Wild London include Victoria and Albert Museum, Harrods and Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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Bright & Spacious Top Floor Apartment in Chelsea
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.54 mi from centre

7.3

 

23 reviews

Bright & Spacious Top Floor Apartment in Chelsea has a patio and is set in London, within just 1.4 km of Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and 1.4 km of Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is around 1.4 km from Natural History Museum, 2 km from Harrods and 2.1 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 3.8 km from the city centre and 1.3 km from South Kensington Underground Station.

With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment offers a TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

The Serpentine is 3 km from the apartment, while Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.1 km from the property. London City Airport is 20 km away.

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Spacious 2 bedroom / Earls Court / Kensington
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Apartment in Earl's Court, London · 0.84 mi from centre

7.3

 

62 reviews

In the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, close to Olympia Exhibition Centre, Spacious 2 bedroom / Earls Court / Kensington has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is set 1.7 km from South Kensington Underground Station, 2.1 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and 2.3 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 4.4 km from the city centre and 1.4 km from Natural History Museum.

The spacious apartment has 2 separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Victoria and Albert Museum is 1.8 km from the apartment, while Eventim Apollo is 2.5 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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Knightsbridge Stylish Two Bedroom Apartment
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Apartment in Knightsbridge, London · 0.54 mi from centre

7.5

 

95 reviews

In the centre of London, located within a short distance of Harrods and Victoria and Albert Museum, Knightsbridge Stylish Two Bedroom Apartment offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a fridge and kettle. It is set 1.3 km from Royal Albert Hall and provides a lift. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.1 km from South Kensington Underground Station.

The spacious apartment is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

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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Kensington Arte Casa
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.16 mi from centre

8.6

 

126 reviews

In the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, close to Natural History Museum, Kensington Arte Casa has free WiFi and a washing machine. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony. The property is 3.3 km from the city centre and 400 metres from South Kensington Underground Station.

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

Popular points of interest near the apartment include Royal Albert Hall, Victoria and Albert Museum and Harrods. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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Tranquil Trio Bedrooms
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.16 mi from centre

8.7

 

75 reviews

Boasting inner courtyard views, Tranquil Trio Bedrooms features accommodation with a balcony, around 300 metres from Natural History Museum. It is set 1.1 km from Royal Albert Hall and provides luggage storage space. The property is 400 metres from South Kensington Underground Station, and within 3.3 km of the city centre.

With free WiFi, this 3-bedroom apartment offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Victoria and Albert Museum is 700 metres from the apartment, while Harrods is 1.3 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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Bright Belgravia Home by Underthedoormat
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Apartment in Belgravia, London · 0.77 mi from centre

Located in London (London City Centre), this apartment is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Harrods. This apartment is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Sloane Square and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Hyde Park Corner.

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Chester Row IV by Onefinestay
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Apartment in Belgravia, London · 0.90 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Sloane Square and 13 minutes by foot from Victoria Station Travel Information Centre. This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Thames River and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Harrods.

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Hans Road II by Onefinestay
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Apartment in Knightsbridge, London · 0.58 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be steps from Harrods and 8 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This apartment is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Imperial College London and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum.

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Pont Street Mews Townhouse
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Apartment in Knightsbridge, London · 0.57 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Harrods and 11 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This apartment is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Sloane Square and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum.

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Apartment in Knightsbridge, London · 0.57 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be steps from Harrods and 8 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This apartment is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Imperial College London and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum.

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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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