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Holiday Inn London Kensington Forum

4.0 of 5
97 Cromwell Road, London SW7 4DN, England
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Holiday Inn London Kensington Forum
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3.5 of 5 stars 1368 Reviews
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  • Gloucester Road tube(41)
  • Very good(31)
  • Great location(26)
  • Natural history museum(16)
  • Grocery store(15)
  • Rooms are clean(9)
  • Priority Club(9)
  • Friendly and helpful(8)
  • Piccadilly line(6)
  • Would definitely stay(6)
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Senior Contributor
25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2012 NEW via mobile

I stayed there for two nights. First day the power goes out for about 4 hours. I leave the hotel during that time and when I return the fire alarm goes off and they evacuate the entire building, the fire department responds and they take care of a parking lot fire. Beyond that excitement, the rooms are what you'd expect... More

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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2012 NEW via mobile

I stayed with a tour group recently. As our bus packed with tourists arrived I saw at least two other buses presumidly with the same intentions. This hotel has a great location but seems to cater to that demographic. I tried to use my rewards card and got not extra service. There were no room upgrades, no free Internet, no... More

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North Hampton, NH
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2012 NEW

I stay in this hotel on business at least 30 nights each year. While I'm not endeared to this property I am rarely disappointed in the consistent quality of the experience. The location is outstanding - it's quiet, 1 block from Gloucester Road tube, close to Hyde Park & Kensington Gardens. There are plenty of pubs and great restaurants within... More

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Los Angeles
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

We've stayed here a few times and always found it a good spot in London. It's not like a lot of "Holiday Inns" which don't have air conditioning or enough room to turn around in. More like a Holiday Inn in the U.S.

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B Foster, Guest Relations Team at Holiday Inn London Kensington Forum, responded to this review
May 30, 2012

Dear Gary S Thank you for your comments. I am so pleased that we were able to surprise you during your stay. I hope we can continue to exceed your expectations in the future. Kind Regards, B Foster More

Canberra
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

This hotel struggles to be a 4* hotel. Room was very average with no safe, no clock-radio, a just-functioning fridge, old cotton-balls and tissues in the hand towels and a ridiculous price for wifi. The sliding bathroom door was all but immoveable. Lift service very slow. Location is very good. Reception staff were very helpful and the breakfasts were excellent.

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B Foster, Guest Relations Team at Holiday Inn London Kensington Forum, responded to this review
May 30, 2012

Dear KandTCanberra Thank you for your time. It sounds as if you booked a standard room which, yes do not come with a safe. We instead have safety deposit boxes down at reception that are available free of charge. There is no separate radio in the rooms, however there is a clock at the bottom of the TV, please accept... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW via mobile

The location of this hotel was great...a short walk to the Gloucester Road tube station. There are plenty of shops and resturants around the area. The rooms were clean and had U.S. plugs. The only negative is the WiFi fee was Outragous! I refused to pay for something that should be offered for free to their guests. Really?!? Holiday Inn... More

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B Foster, Guest Relations Team at Holiday Inn London Kensington Forum, responded to this review
May 30, 2012

Dear Edwardxxx Thank you for your time. I am so glad that you found our location to be so accommodating during your time with us. I am disappointed that you were so unsatisfied with our internet options; however I am pleased that you were able to find an alternative close by. Your comments have been passed onto our management team... More

Winnipeg, Canada
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Definitely a 'proper' hotel up to American/Canadian standards. Good location, easy transit point to most of London with subway. Nice room and bathroom. Good service. Negative: expensive, even on priceline it was $202 and that's already discounted. Wi-fi internet was very expensive, I think nearly $20 a day which is unheard of. If I could get a room a bit... More

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B Foster, Guest Relations Team at Holiday Inn London Kensington Forum, responded to this review
May 30, 2012

Dear mountain820 Thank you for your recent review. I am pleased that your time with us was so comfortable. I hope that you will be able to find some rates that fall within your budget so that you can return to us soon. Kind Regards, B Foster More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 via mobile
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person found this review helpful

I love this hotel cause of the location.......I've stayed here many times. But it is the first time reviewing this location. The English breakfast was fine and linens were cleaned everyday. A bit overpriced but I'm sure it's cause of the location smack dab in Kensington right off the Picadilly line. I came right from the airport straight on the... More

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B Foster, Guest Relations Team at Holiday Inn London Kensington Forum, responded to this review
May 30, 2012

Dear Diorr Thank you for taking the time to review us. It is always great to hear from our regular guests. I am so pleased that you continuously find reasons to come back to us. I am sorry that we will not see you in October; however I am sure we will have another opportunity to see you again. Kind... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Huge hotel, friendly staff, rooms ok a bit small, views really are very good the higher you go, but had everything in it you could need. Didnt realise there was a "pub" style bar in the hotel until leaving which we would have used if known. Grounds of hotel very well kept and a nice place to relax in with... More

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B Foster, Guest Relations Team at Holiday Inn London Kensington Forum, responded to this review
May 30, 2012

Dear UkJam It is always a pleasure to read that our guest have everything that they need for their time in London. So I am glad that this was the case for your stay with us. Next time you are in London I hope that you will chose to stay wit us again. Kind Regards, B Foster. More

Sarasota, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Very handy place to stay with close access to the Tube at Glouster Road and a nice walk to the Park and Kensington Palace. They also had a wonderful full breakfast. The room was very clean and everyone was helpful. No, the room and bathroom are not big but fine, remember your in England.

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B Foster, Guest Relations Team at Holiday Inn London Kensington Forum, responded to this review
May 30, 2012

Dear flsuep Thank you for this lovely review. I am pleased to read that your time with us was comfortable and enjoyable. I look forward to welcoming you back in the not too distant future. Kind Regards, B. Foster. More

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