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Popular hotels in South Kensington, London

Discover well-known properties in South Kensington that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 1,120 hotels in South Kensington and price data was last updated on 15 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in South Kensington is $292/night.
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140 Gloucester Road, London, United Kingdom
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a short walk to Natural History Museum Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a fitness center and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business center, and self parking. Housekeeping is available on request. The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington offers 212 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
3872 reviews
Location
4.0 km from city centre
39B Queens Gate Gardens, London, United Kingdom
Eco-certified aparthotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center Along with a fitness center, this smoke-free aparthotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center. Each apartment features a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a microwave, plus free WiFi and an LCD TV with digital channels. Added amenities include an iPod dock, a sitting area, and a coffee/tea maker. Weekly housekeeping is available. Fraser Suites Queens Gate offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered weekly and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
1850 reviews
Location
3.9 km from city centre
147c Cromwell Road, Kensington, London, United Kingdom
Book your stay at the London Marriott Hotel Kensington, one of the top hotels in Kensington London, perfectly located near iconic landmarks like Kensington Palace, the Royal Albert Hall, Hyde Park, and the Victoria and Albert Museum. Relax in our spacious, modern refurbished rooms and suites, featuring pillowtop bedding, flat-screen TVs, ample desks, Wi-Fi, and plenty of natural light. As one of the finest 4-star hotels in Kensington London, we offer exceptional dining at the Cast Iron Bar and Grill, serving British and international cuisine in a stunning seven-story atrium. Enjoy curated craft beers, fine wines, or coffee at the bar. With nearly 5,000 square feet of versatile event space and expert planning services, our hotel in Kensington is ideal for meetings or social celebrations. Conveniently located just a 25-minute drive from Heathrow Airport and 15 minutes from London Victoria, Marriott Hotels Kensington ensures a seamless stay for both business and leisure travelers.
Free Wi-Fi
7.8
Good
943 reviews
Location
4.5 km from city centre
61 Gloucester Road, London, United Kingdom
Luxury hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center A restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business center, and conference space. Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel offers 81 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
1148 reviews
Location
4.0 km from city centre
35A Gloucester Road, London, United Kingdom
Eco-certified aparthotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk A fitness center, self parking, and a business center are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. Each apartment provides free WiFi and free wired Internet, an LCD TV with satellite channels, and a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a dining area and a sitting area, and other amenities include a rainfall shower and an electric kettle. Weekly housekeeping is available. Citadines South Kensington London offers 92 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads. This London aparthotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided weekly. Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
2536 reviews
Location
4.0 km from city centre
31-34 Queen's Gate, London, United Kingdom
Victorian hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a fitness center and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a business center, conference space, and concierge services are onsite. The Queen's Gate Hotel offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
3153 reviews
Location
3.8 km from city centre
68-86 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
Victorian hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, a conference center, and 24-hour room service. Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt) offers 215 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
7.2
Good
3854 reviews
Location
3.9 km from city centre
8-10 Queensberry Place, London, United Kingdom
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Natural History Museum A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and self parking are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, 24-hour room service, and a meeting room are onsite. The Exhibitionist Hotel offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
2808 reviews
Location
3.6 km from city centre
9 Kensington High Street, London, United Kingdom
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Kensington Gardens This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Hux Hotel offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks and kitchen islands. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1707 reviews
Location
4.4 km from city centre
109-113 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London, United Kingdom
Eco-certified London hotel in London City Centre with a fitness center This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, spa services, and 24-hour room service. The Kensington Hotel offers 150 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
943 reviews
Location
3.7 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in South Kensington

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in South Kensington including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in South Kensington?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in South Kensington is August ($158). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in South Kensington is March ($728).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in South Kensington?

The cheapest day to stay in South Kensington is Wednesday ($176). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $326.

How much is a hotel in South Kensington tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in South Kensington tonight starting as low as $88, rising to an average cost of $155, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $134 for a 4-star hotel in South Kensington for tonight.

How much is a South Kensington hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in South Kensington this weekend for as little as $126/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $126/night. For a 4-star hotel in South Kensington, the cheapest rate recently found was $195/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in South Kensington?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 5 days before your trip to South Kensington. The lowest price found when booking 5 days ahead was $91 per night.

Top-rated South Kensington, London hotels

Browse through properties in South Kensington that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 1,120 properties in South Kensington and data was last updated on 15 June 2025.
Some of the best South Kensington hotel options as decided by our users. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hotels are among the highest rated.
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1 Kensington Court, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$581
Avg. per night
51 Kensington Court, London, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$328
Avg. per night
111 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$176
Avg. per night
60 Hyde Park Gate, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
$1,472
Avg. per night
88 Queens Gate, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$404
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
3.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$227
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10 Harrington Road, London, United Kingdom
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$272
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15 Cromwell Place, South Kensington, London, United Kingdom
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$337
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110 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$175
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$249
Avg. per night
15-16 Prince Of Wales Terrace, London, United Kingdom
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$181
Avg. per night
4-18 Harrington Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$171
Avg. per night
100 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$248
Avg. per night
27 - 33 Harrington Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$312
Avg. per night
41 Queens Gate Gardens, London, United Kingdom
3.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$194
Avg. per night
100 Queen's Gate, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
$242
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in South Kensington, London

Discover affordable stays in South Kensington that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in South Kensington can be found for as low as $46 per night. There is currently one property in South Kensington that can be booked for this price. YHA London Earl's Court is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in South Kensington. Price data was last updated on 15 June 2025
These South Kensington properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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38 Bolton Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$46
Avg. per night
31 Collingham Place, London, United Kingdom
4.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$73
Avg. per night
25 Collingham Place, London, United Kingdom
4.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$80
Avg. per night
141 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$81
Avg. per night
30 Old Brompton Road, London, United Kingdom
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$104
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$106
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
$106
Avg. per night
58 Kensington Court, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$111
Avg. per night
131-137 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$121
Avg. per night
96 Redcliffe Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$130
Avg. per night
38 Harrington Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$133
Avg. per night
Scarsdale Place, London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$135
Avg. per night
7-11 Queensberry Place, London, United Kingdom
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$151
Avg. per night
67/69 Gloucester Road, London, United Kingdom
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$153
Avg. per night
4 Barkston Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$158
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
3.9 km from city centre
$169
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in South Kensington

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in South Kensington to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in South Kensington at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 15 June 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in South Kensington. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hotel class.
4 stars +
109-113 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London, United Kingdom
10 Harrington Road, London, United Kingdom
16 Sumner Place, London, United Kingdom
60 Hyde Park Gate, London, United Kingdom
$1,472
8-10 Queensberry Place, London, United Kingdom
3 stars
30 Old Brompton Road, London, United Kingdom
4 Barkston Gardens, London, United Kingdom
131-137 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
141 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
2 stars and under
38 Bolton Gardens, London, United Kingdom

Other accommodations in South Kensington

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in South Kensington.
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38 Bolton Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$46
Avg. per night

Where to stay in South Kensington

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within South Kensington to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 15 June 2025.
Whether you're visiting South Kensington for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hotels close to your ideal location. You can find more information on a particular hotel within the map by clicking on its name.

Facts about staying in South Kensington, London

Find useful tips and insights about staying in South Kensington to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in South Kensington?

    South Kensington is home to many highly-rated hotels, one of which is Millennium Gloucester Hotel London Kensington, which has a current rating of 7.6. For other potential stays, consider The Other House South Kensington and The Adria, which can also be great places to stay in South Kensington.

  • What is a good hotel near Paddington Station?

    The Cumberland is a hotel near Paddington Station that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 8.1 across 4,397 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in South Kensington near Marble Arch?

    For a good hotel near to Marble Arch, consider The Cumberland - it is rated 8.1/10 from 4,397 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • Is there a good hotel near Central London?

    5,099 HotelsCombined reviews of St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London score it 8.6/10, making it a highly recommended hotel near Central London.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in South Kensington?

    $54/night is the cheapest price found for a hotel in South Kensington by HotelsCombined users over the last 72 hours.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in South Kensington?

    The most popular landmark in South Kensington is Paddington Station located in London, followed by Marble Arch and Central London, located in London and London, respectively. Depending on where and how long you plan on staying in South Kensington, you may be able to visit at least one of these cities.

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