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Reviewed May 23, 2012

Two things....the breakfast food was cold and the bed linen sheet did not reach the bottom of the bed which was very odd.

Date of stay: May 2012
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Thistlehotels, General Manager at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens, responded to this reviewResponded June 5, 2012

Dear Reviewer,

Thank you for taking the time to review Thistle Kensington Gardens. I am genuinely sorry to hear about the issues you encountered. As you will see from previous reviews, this is out of character for the hotel. I hope I get the opportunity to welcome you back to the hotel where I am sure your experience will be a positive one.


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Reviewed May 22, 2012

We stayed at the Thistle Kensington Gardens on our honeymoon April 2012. For first time travellers to London - with no experience travelling whatsover - the thistle is a great starting point. The hotel is in the best location - not only did the hop on hop off bus stop out the front of the hotel - we could walk through kensignton gardens to buckingham palace and to central London - basically we could walk everywhere. We also caught the tube numerous times - the Queensway station is 2 minutes down the road AND the street it's on has great tourist shops and a proper shopping centre if you need it. There is a pub and a few eateries nearby too. My husband got sick for a night so I ate the hotels room service which was nice too. Very handy having a service station underneath the hotel for little treats and bits and pieces too. Just a great stop in London. Staff were always friendly and the concierge officers gave us the best advice on what tours to do - how to get around etc. Can't fault it.

Room tip: If you are Australian - it is handy to tell the hotel that. The front desk staff upgraded us to a larger room based on the fact we were Australian and used to bigger hotel rooms.
Date of stay: April 2012
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Thistlehotels, General Manager at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens, responded to this reviewResponded June 5, 2012

Dear Reviewer,

Thank you for taking the time to review Thistle Kensington Gardens. Our location is great if you are new to London and want to get 'out and about' to see the sights. I am delighted our location suited you and we were able to support the enjoyment of your honeymoon. Many thanks again for your positive detailed post, and for your recommendation to your fellow Australians.


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Reviewed May 22, 2012

Nice hotel. Nice location.
Nice breakfast. Very pleasant staff.
However, what was classe a de-luxe twin was a very generous description.
Water in bath/shower only tepid until we complained and suddenly it worked. Room safe did not work.
Bathroom needs updating.

Date of stay: May 2012
  • Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Thistlehotels, General Manager at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens, responded to this reviewResponded June 5, 2012

Dear Reviewer,

Thank you for taking the time to review Thistle Kensington Gardens. All of our bathrooms have now been fully refurbished. I am sorry the room safe did not work and you experienced issues with the hot water, however I am glad this was quickly resolved. Thank you again for posting a review and I look forward to welcoming you back soon


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Reviewed May 22, 2012

We stayed at the hotel as part of a theatre trip for my mums birthday. We were very impressed with the hotel from the moment we stepped through the door. The staff could not do enough to help you and everywhere was spotless. Our room was very clean and had an amazing view over looking the park. Bathroom again was very clean and had a huge shower. Breakfast was very good considering they were very busy everything was kept topped up and hot, again all the staff at breakfast had a smile on their faces and nothing was too much trouble. Definately try the omlette for breakfast was absolutley delicious! Will definately be returning and would recommend to anyone.

Room tip: We had a room overlooking the park on the 8th floor - was a lovely view
Date of stay: May 2012
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Thistlehotels, General Manager at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens, responded to this reviewResponded June 5, 2012

Dear Reviewer,

Thank you for taking the time to review Thistle Kensington Gardens and for your recommendation. I am delighted you enjoyed your stay with us, and that you got to experience one of our park view rooms. I look forward to welcoming you and your family back soon.


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Reviewed May 21, 2012

Stayed at the hotel for a theatre weekend and found it first class. From the moment we checked in, the staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms have been refurbished since our first stay two years ago and they were well fitted and very clean. We had a family room overlooking the gardens, but did not find the traffic or the street noisy. Breakfast was very good and the service excellent. Well situated for the tube, at Queensway and Bayswater, there are loads of restaurants and pubs in easy walking distance and a small Waitrose shop in the garage below. I would highly recommend.

Date of stay: May 2012
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Thistlehotels, General Manager at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens, responded to this reviewResponded May 23, 2012

Dear Reviewer,

Thank you for taking the time to review Thistle Kensington Gardens. Your high recommendation is greatly appreciated, and I am delighted you enjoyed the transformation of the hotel since our recent major refurbishment. I look forward to welcoming you and your family back soon.


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