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Sloane Court East VI by Onefinestay
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Apartment in Chelsea, 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 10 minutes by foot from Thames River. This apartment is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Harrods and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Buckingham Palace.

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Beaufort Gardens Apartment
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Apartment in Knightsbridge, London · 0.53 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Harrods and 9 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This apartment is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Imperial College London.

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Draycott Place VII by Onefinestay
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.60 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Sloane Square and 10 minutes by foot from Harrods. This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Hyde Park.

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Cozy 1 Bedroom Apartment near Harrods, Knightsbridge
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.45 mi from centre

A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of London, within a 10-minute walk of Harrods and Victoria and Albert Museum. This apartment is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Hyde Park and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Imperial College London.

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Lovely 2 Bed near Covent Garden & Tube
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.51 mi from centre

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A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of London, within a 10-minute walk of Sloane Square and Harrods. This apartment is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Hyde Park and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum.

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Donne Place II by Onefinestay
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.33 mi from centre

Located in London (London City Centre), this apartment is within a 15-minute walk of Victoria and Albert Museum and Sloane Square. This apartment is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Natural History Museum and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Imperial College London.

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Niru Experience Jewel Of Ifield Road
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Apartment in Redcliffe, London · 0.83 mi from centre

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Right in the heart of London, situated within a short distance of Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and South Kensington Underground Station, Niru Experience Jewel Of Ifield Road offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a minibar and coffee machine. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service.

The spacious apartment has 8 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking.

Yoga classes and fitness classes are arranged at the fitness room in house. Guests at the apartment can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Popular points of interest near Niru Experience Jewel Of Ifield Road include Olympia Exhibition Centre, Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum. London City Airport is 21 km from the property.

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Princes Gate Mews III by Onefinestay
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.29 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be steps from Imperial College London and 7 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This apartment is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Kensington High Street and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum.

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Niru Experience Huge Private Terrace
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Apartment in Redcliffe, London · 0.86 mi from centre

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In the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, close to Olympia Exhibition Centre, Niru Experience Huge Private Terrace features a garden and a washing machine. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.7 km from South Kensington Underground Station, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.4 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC.

The spacious apartment with a balcony and garden views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne. The property has an outdoor dining area.

In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio.

Natural History Museum is 1.7 km from the apartment, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 1.9 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Oakley Street VII by Onefinestay
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.73 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Thames River and within a 5-minute drive of Hyde Park. This apartment is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Kensington High Street and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Buckingham Palace.

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Beautiful 2 Bed 2 Bath Flat in South Kensington
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.11 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in London, just a 3-minute walk from Natural History Museum and 12 minutes by foot from Kensington High Street. This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Hyde Park and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum.

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Elvaston Place III by Onefinestay
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Apartment in Queen's Gate, London · 0.35 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be steps from Imperial College London and 6 minutes by foot from Kensington High Street. This apartment is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Hyde Park and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kensington Gardens.

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Chelsea Modern Apartments
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Apartment in Redcliffe, London · 0.84 mi from centre

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Offering free WiFi and garden views, Chelsea Modern Apartments is an accommodation set in a central area of London, just 1.7 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 1.8 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. Featuring a garden, the apartment is close to several noted attractions, around 1.3 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC, 1.7 km from Natural History Museum and 2 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. Featuring a private entrance, the apartment allows guests to maintain their privacy.

All units include a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, and a private bathroom, while some feature a terrace or a balcony. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, each unit comes with bed linen and towels.

Harrods is 2.6 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 2.6 km away. London Heathrow Airport is 18 km from the property.

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Modern Top Floor 2BD Flat - Kensington
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Apartment in Queen's Gate, London · 0.82 mi from centre

A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of London, steps from Kensington High Street and Kensington Gardens. This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Hyde Park and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Kensington Palace.

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Elm Park Gardens XVI by Onefinestay
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Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.47 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kensington High Street and Hyde Park. This apartment is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Thames River and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Buckingham Palace.

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Chic Chelsea Home near South Kensington by UnderTheDoormat
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.37 mi from centre

Located in London (London City Centre), this apartment is within a 15-minute walk of Natural History Museum and Imperial College London. This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Kensington High Street.

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JOIVY Lovely 2 Bedroom Flat in Chelsea
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.38 mi from centre

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Located in London (London City Centre), this apartment is within a 15-minute walk of Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum. This apartment is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Imperial College London and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Kensington High Street.

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1 Bedroom Flat in South Kensington
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.42 mi from centre

A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Natural History Museum and Imperial College London. This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Kensington High Street.

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Drayton Gardens VI by Onefinestay
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.48 mi from centre

With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kensington High Street and Hyde Park. This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Natural History Museum and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Buckingham Palace.

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Courtfield Mews by Onefinestay
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Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.51 mi from centre

Located in London (London City Centre), this apartment is within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum. This apartment is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Imperial College London and 0.8 mi (1.2 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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