The Kensington
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About The Kensington
This hotel is centrally located, close to Kensington Gardens, in the elegant borough of Kensington. By making use of the underground or simply by walking, guests may explore numerous shops and other entertainment options as well as tourist attractions, all of which are within easy reach of the hotel.
The hotel was built in 1910. The hotel has 22 suites, 13 single rooms and 128 double rooms, which are located on 5 storeys and are reachable by lift. English- and French-speaking staff at the reception are happy to assist guests at the reception desk round the clock. Check-in and check-out are available 24 hours a day. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park (for a fee). Further services include a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is among the standard features of some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Guests can take advantage of the nightly turndown service. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.
Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym, aerobics, a spa, a sauna and massage treatments.
Various dining options are available, including a café, a bar and a pub. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. A continental breakfast, lunch and dinner tempt guests with a wide variety of dishes (dinner as a set menu). Special meals, including vegetarian dishes, are also available.
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.
Amenities at The Kensington
Facilities
24-hour check-in
24-hour reception
Air conditioning
Bar(s)
Café
Car Park
Cloakroom
Conference Room
Currency Exchange
Disability-friendly
Hotel Safe
Laundry Facilities
Laundry Service
Lifts
Medical Assistance
Pets
Pub(s)
Restaurant(s)
Restaurant(s) with high-chairs
Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area
Room Service
Shops
Wifi
Hygiene
Contactless check-in/-out
Contactless payment
Enhanced cleaning programme
Hand sanitiser
Health checks on staff
No high-touch furnishings
No high-touch furnishings in public areas
Protective equipment for employees
Protective equipment for guests
Protective masks for guests
Social distancing regulations
Use of commercially available disinfectants
Meals
Continental Breakfast
Set menu dinner
Sport/Entertainment
Aerobics
Gym
Massage
Location
Around this property:
Bus Station
5 m
Restaurants
100 m
Shopping opportunities
100 m
Public Transport
100 m
Bars / Pubs
100 m
Underground/Over ground Station
200 m
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Recent Reviews: 4647
User:Stephanie C
Trip type: Solo travel
London, Kensington
17 Dec 2025
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Poor service, poorly maintained hardware, rude staff
16 Dec 2025
User:Benjamin F
Trip type: Couples
Lovely South Kensington retreat
14 Dec 2025
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Trip type:
Nice Location, clean, comfortable
12 Dec 2025
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