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Rydges Kensington London

4.0 of 5
61 Gloucester Road, London SW7 4PE, England
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Rydges Kensington London
Ranked #169 of 1,070 hotels in London
4.0 of 5 stars 95 Reviews
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Huntsville, Alabama
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2012 NEW

We ended our U.K. vacation in London at the Rydges and have never been so happy to walk into a beautiful suite with a king size bed and air-conditioning!! The location was fantastic - after a train ride from the airport and braving the tube during rush hour, we were so happy to walk out of the tube station to... More

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Sancreed
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 via mobile

Great price in this recently refurbished hotel. My single room was literally in what was formerly a corridor so it was about 30x5 feet but none the worse for that. Bit noisy, though, and I was at the back.

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France
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012
1
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I stayed at Rydges for three nights with my two children ( 8 and 7) to go and see the Museums . The location is really good, there are always cabs and the tube is literally across the street. We were in an executive studio suite and had a King size bed and a pull out sofa bed for one... More

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Merrin Joseph, General Manager at Rydges Kensington London, responded to this review
May 23, 2012

Dear tilmeg Thank you for taking the time to post a review about your experience at Rydges Kensington London. Unfortunately due to the hotel previously being Victorian Townhouses, the rooms do all vary in size. We do however have suites which can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children so I hope this hasn’t put you off hopefully coming to stay... More

Nova Scotia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

I stayed at the Rydges for two nights after a two week European vacation and I was never so excited for such a comfortable bed! After sleeping in twin beds for most of the trip this king sized bed was absolute heaven. A friend and I had the Kensington Suite (no more expensive than a superior room when booked through... More

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Merrin Joseph, General Manager at Rydges Kensington London, responded to this review
May 23, 2012

Dear travelbug1995 It is wonderful to read such a lovely review of the hotel. I’m so pleased we could make your stay in London special after such a period of travelling around. I’m also glad you enjoyed the “different” toiletries we have in the hotel. Unfortunately these are not available to the retail market but if you would like to... More

Leicester, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

Beautiful hotel, well appointed, but slightly small bedroom and excellent facilities. Ideal for a one night, or even more, stay. Very close to underground. Only concern was the early closure of the kitchens at 10.30pm. Even though the bar was advertising food until 11.00pm we were advised the kitchen closed at 10.30pm. However there are plenty of restaurants close by.

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Merrin Joseph, General Manager at Rydges Kensington London, responded to this review
May 23, 2012

Dear Glenys H Thank you for taking the time to post feedback about your stay. I was sorry to hear that you were advised the kitchen closed at 10.30pm as this is incorrect. I am addressing this with the food and beverage team as you should not have been declined food service. I hope this negative experience hasn’t put you... More

Birmingham
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Rooms are nicely appointed, all very modern, quite small but good use of space. Tiny bathroom, but brand new, clean and nice toiletries. Stayed on room only so can't comment on the breakfast, coffee shops within spitting distance, waitrose too- handy for a cheeky bottle of champagne etc. round the corner from Natural History and Science museum, Albert Hall is... More

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Merrin Joseph, General Manager at Rydges Kensington London, responded to this review
May 23, 2012

Dear Nickie_lou On behalf of all the staff at Rydges Kensington London I would like to thank you for taking the time to post a review about the hotel. It was great to read you had an enjoyable stay and that you found the location to be perfect for your needs. I appreciate your feedback in relation to the hotel’s... More

Seignosse, France
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

After an initial resistance by a junior member of desk staff to rectify a problem encountered after booking through the Priority Guest Rewards scheme, a level of management was reached and the problem fixed adequately. I was set on fixing the problem rather than cancelling the booking as I had a hunch from the research I had done online, that... More

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Merrin Joseph, General Manager at Rydges Kensington London, responded to this review
May 23, 2012

Dear bern p Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review. We do always try our best to rectify problems as soon as a guest (current or potential) brings them to our attention so I am pleased that we were able to in your situation. I am even more pleased that you had a wonderful stay... More

St. Albans, United Kingdom
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
70 helpful votes 70 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed for just one night on a really good deal over the Bank holiday weekend. We stayed in room 116, which is The Kensington Suite. It had it’s own lounge area with huge TV, then a good size bedroom with another TV, and a large comfy bed. The bathroom was large also, with a lovely walk in shower All... More

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Merrin Joseph, General Manager at Rydges Kensington London, responded to this review
May 23, 2012

Dear chrisgarcia Thank you for your wonderful review of Rydges Kensington London. It’s a shame you didn’t get an opportunity to use your bar or restaurant vouchers, but hopefully we will see you back to stay again soon! Best regards Merrin More

lancashire
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

I won't stay here again. Hotel OK but was made to feel extremely unwelcome by desk manager who made a further 2 visits to my room, put inside lock and chain on in the end. Receptionist lovely, desk manager would be happier working in a secure unit or prison. Stay down the road at the Millennium Baileys, much nicer and... More

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Merrin Joseph, General Manager at Rydges Kensington London, responded to this review
May 11, 2012

Dear liz055 Thank you for taking the time to submit feedback about your stay with us. I am obviously very disappointed to hear that you had such an unpleasant experience. I can assure you that we most definitely do not want our guests to feel unwelcome. I have taken the claims you have made very seriously and I would like... More

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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I called in at the Jam Cupboard Restaurant whilst staying at another hotel whilst on business. It was five to ten (they finish serving at ten) and the waiter was only too happy to accommodate me. I asked if I could use their WiFi and was charged a nominal fee as a non-resident. The food was great (charcoal grilled prawns)... More

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Merrin Joseph, General Manager at Rydges Kensington London, responded to this review
May 23, 2012

Dear BadFiggle It’s so nice to hear that a positive experience in our restaurant led you to book to stay in the hotel. I will be sure to pass your wonderful comments on to the team in The Jam Cupboard and at reception. We look forward to having you as a regular guest at Rydges Kensington London Kind regards Merrin More

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