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The Kensington Hotel: Traveler Reviews

5.0 of 5
109-113 Queen's Gate | South Kensington, London SW7 5LR, England
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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London, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Cosy and elegant”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 24, 2012

I'm a regular visitor of Kensington Hotel lounge.
I love that chic and elegant interior. Best seats are near the fire place. Once You got it- order white hot chocolate with mashmallows- that's the best thing You can think of on winter evening. It's mouth melting pleasure...quite pricey -5 pounds, but it's worth it !! It includes charming service that always makes You feel welcomed, even if You come for a cup of hot choclate..
Can't wait to visit them again...

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great Location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 24, 2012

Stayed here for eight nights where the service was great, fantastic location close to a huge aray of resturants as well as two tube stations. The decor is fitting with the era and complimented with 2 open fire places which set the scene.

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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Beautiful hotel in great area of London”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 23, 2012

High end interior and exterior. Doorman very helpful without getting in the way. Reception staff were very friendly and knowledgeable; check in was fast and easy. Room was small but very nicely appointed with a very comfortable bed. Climate control was very good in the room and the hotel was very quiet at night. Common areas were high end and new in appearance. Extremely nice hotel.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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“Perfect stay at Kensington Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 22, 2012

Value for money stay in a very nice hotel in London. From the reception to the breakfast, the staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. Small (standard) but confortable and well decorated room.
Free wifi in all the hotel.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Canterbury, United Kingdom
1 review
“A beautiful hotel in lovely surroundings”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 21, 2012

We stayed here for one night combining a theatre break and general London sight seeing trip. The hotel is beautiful and the rooms are amazing. A little small but to be expected in this tyle of hotel. The staff were very attentive, we arrived early and our room was not ready so were offered complimentary drinks in the lounge whilst we waited. We would definately return, although would not like to be on the side of the hotel where all the air conditioning units were. They were very noisy and did keep us awake.We should have called down to change rooms but it was late and we were tired from the day out. Overall though a very lovely place to stay.

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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Kensington Hotel London
The Kensington Hotel London, England
Address: 109-113 Queen's Gate | South Kensington, London SW7 5LR, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > London
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Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites
Hotel Style:
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Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Midway between Exhibition Road and Fulham Road is The Kensington Hotel, reborn following a £20million refurbishment to bring The Doyle Collection’s sense of contemporary, memorable luxury and a private club ambiance to historic surroundings. With 149 stylish bedrooms and suites, a vibrant cocktail bar, modern restaurant and full-service gym, it is a South Kensington treasure you cannot afford to miss. ... more   less 
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