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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 1,124 hotels in South Kensington and price data was last updated on 6 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in South Kensington is $379/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
3859 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
1848 reviews
Location
3.9 km from city centre
100 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
With the Gloucester Road subway station just across the road, our hotel is in a great location for exploring London. Located in the museum district, we are within a mile of Kensington Palace, Hyde Park, and the Natural History Museum. Knightsbridge luxury shops and eateries are just a mile away. Unwind in our private garden after a busy day.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
2115 reviews
Location
4.1 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
1701 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
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
1140 reviews
Location
4.0 km from city centre
10 Harrington Road, London, United Kingdom
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, a coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service. The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers 111 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
2464 reviews
Location
3.5 km from city centre
16 Sumner Place, London, United Kingdom
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and 24-hour room service are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. Number Sixteen Hotel, Firmdale Hotels offers 41 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
663 reviews
Location
3.6 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
3147 reviews
Location
3.8 km from city centre
10 Bina Gardens, London, United Kingdom
Located in Central London, this hotel is within walking distance of the Baden-Powell House. It offers 4-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms. This elegant hotel provides a 24-hour reception, an express check-in and check-out feature and massage services. Guests can work out in the fitness centre, or borrow a bicycle and explore the surroundings. Those staying at Cranley Hotel can relax in their luxurious rooms that offer an in-room safe, an alarm clock and bottled water. All provide a desk, an in-room closet and heating. A satisfying breakfast is available each morning, and there are also numerous cafés and eateries nearby. For guests with day trips planned, the hotel provides packed lunches if required. Located within walking distance of Gloucester Road Tube Station, The Cranley Hotel London has friendly staff to provide useful tips on where to go in London. Guests can also visit the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Natural History Museum London and Earls Court Exhibition Centre.
Free Wi-Fi
4.9
Okay
2555 reviews
Location
4.1 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 February ($368). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in South Kensington is October ($805).

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

The cheapest day to stay in South Kensington is Tuesday ($598). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $831.

How much is a hotel in South Kensington tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in South Kensington tonight starting as low as $108, rising to an average cost of $213, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $221 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 $149/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $149/night. For a 4-star hotel in South Kensington, the cheapest rate recently found was $241/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 $140 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 1,124 properties in South Kensington and data was last updated on 6 June 2025.
Some of the very best South Kensington hotels as rated by our users. Skim through hotel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.
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1 Kensington Court, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$892
Avg. per night
8-10 Queensberry Place, London, United Kingdom
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$326
Avg. per night
51 Kensington Court, London, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$503
Avg. per night
60 Hyde Park Gate, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
$2,262
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88 Queens Gate, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$621
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
$306
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
3.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$349
Avg. per night
15 Cromwell Place, South Kensington, London, United Kingdom
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$518
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$382
Avg. per night
15-16 Prince Of Wales Terrace, London, United Kingdom
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$278
Avg. per night
147c Cromwell Road, Kensington, London, United Kingdom
4.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$468
Avg. per night
27 - 33 Harrington Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$479
Avg. per night
100 Queen's Gate, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
$372
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$289
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 $71 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 6 June 2025
These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in South Kensington at the moment. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.
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38 Bolton Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$71
Avg. per night
31 Collingham Place, London, United Kingdom
4.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$112
Avg. per night
141 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$124
Avg. per night
30 Old Brompton Road, London, United Kingdom
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$159
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
$163
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$163
Avg. per night
131-137 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$186
Avg. per night
38 Harrington Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$205
Avg. per night
Scarsdale Place, London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$207
Avg. per night
7-11 Queensberry Place, London, United Kingdom
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$232
Avg. per night
67/69 Gloucester Road, London, United Kingdom
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$235
Avg. per night
117 - 129 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$239
Avg. per night
4-18 Harrington Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$263
Avg. per night
110 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$269
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111 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$271
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 6 June 2025.
Prices on hotels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hotel class. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in South Kensington.
4 stars +
109-113 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London, United Kingdom
10 Harrington Road, London, United Kingdom
16 Sumner Place, London, United Kingdom
27 - 33 Harrington Gardens, London, United Kingdom
8-10 Queensberry Place, London, United Kingdom
3 stars
131-137 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
67/69 Gloucester Road, London, United Kingdom
30 Old Brompton Road, London, United Kingdom
141 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom
2 stars and under
38 Harrington Gardens, London, United Kingdom
31 Collingham Place, London, United Kingdom
38 Bolton Gardens, London, United Kingdom

Other accommodations in South Kensington

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38 Bolton Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$71
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 6 June 2025.
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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 6 June 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in South Kensington?

    Hux Hotel, Kensington, rated with a score of 8.5 from 1,701 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in South Kensington. Other top stays include London Marriott Hotel Kensington, with an average rating of 7.8 from 942 reviewers, and Millennium Gloucester Hotel London Kensington, with a score of 7.6 from 6,774 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Paddington Station?

    Reviews of Hux Hotel, Kensington recommend it as a good place to stay near Paddington Station, scoring 8.5/10 from 1,701 ratings.

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

    The Rathbone Hotel, Fitzrovia is a hotel near Marble Arch that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 8.5 from 1,979 reviews.

  • Is there a good hotel near London Victoria Station?

    11,894 HotelsCombined reviews of Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London score it 8.4/10, making it a highly recommended hotel near London Victoria Station.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in South Kensington?

    HotelsCombined users have found cheap hotels in South Kensington starting from $103 per night in the last 3 days.

  • 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 London Victoria Station, 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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