Accommodations in London near Kensington

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  1. The Resident Kensington

    9.2Excellent (5,882 ratings)

    Historic 19th-century townhouse charm, Prime Earl's Court location

    1.5 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $134
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  2. Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

    7.4(32,082 ratings)

    Panoramic city views from higher floors, Diverse on-site dining experiences

    1.2 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $86
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  3. Ellen Kensington

    8.1Very good (2,865 ratings)

    Views over Barkston Gardens, Boutique hotel in Victorian townhouses

    1.6 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $86
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    The Rockwell

    8.5Excellent (6,415 ratings)

    Prime Kensington location, Modern British garden restaurant

    1.5 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $100
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  5. Grand Royale London Hyde Park

    7.7Good (20,311 ratings)

    Legendary Lillie Langtry suite, Ornate dining room with full English breakfast

    0.6 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $86
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  6. Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. By Ihg

    7.7Good (25,719 ratings)

    Diverse dining and lounge options, Extensive health club and spa

    1.2 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $107
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  7. Premier Inn London Kensington (Olympia) hotel

    8.2Very good (7,038 ratings)

    Converted period terrace building, Excellent tube station access

    1.6 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $79
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  8. Plaza Hotel

    6.0(1,410 ratings)

    Excellent transport links, Paid public parking available nearby

    2.3 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $64
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  9. Park Grand Paddington Court

    7.7Good (17,050 ratings)

    The Grand Restaurant dining experience, Elegant Victorian building

    0.3 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $83
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  10. Park Grand Hyde Park

    7.6Good (10,161 ratings)

    Boutique elegance near Hyde Park, Steps from Paddington Station

    0.4 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $90
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    London Visitors Hotel

    8.2Very good (3,595 ratings)

    Victorian charm with period features, Excellent transport links nearby

    1.8 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $128
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  12. Safestay London Kensington Holland Park

    7.2(11,462 ratings)

    Rooftop terrace with park views, Holland Park peacocks and wildlife

    1.4 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $77
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  13. Royal Park Hotel

    7.1(5,106 ratings)

    Steps from Bayswater Tube Station, Personalized full English breakfast

    0.6 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $81
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  14. Ebury House Hotel

    6.8(122 ratings)
    0.6 miles to Buckingham Palace
    from  $155
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  15. easyHotel South Kensington

    6.9(3,195 ratings)

    Tranquil garden retreat, Prime South Kensington location

    1.4 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $47
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  16. The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court

    9.0Excellent (433 ratings)
    0.5 miles to Kensington
    from  $75
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  17. Heeton Concept Hotel - Kensington London

    7.5Good (8,435 ratings)

    Victorian townhouse with modern interior, Walk to major museums

    1.5 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $73
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  18. Merit Kensington Hotel

    7.9Very good (7,371 ratings)

    Boutique hotel in a historic borough, Proximity to world-class museums

    1.7 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $99
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  19. The Paramount Hotel

    6.6(5,433 ratings)

    Victorian townhouse in Kensington, Private walled garden access

    1.8 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $71
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  20. Royal Garden Hotel

    8.9Excellent (13,621 ratings)

    Panoramic Kensington Gardens views, Award-winning Chinese dining

    0.9 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $178
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  21. London Choice Apartments - Gloucester Road - Kensington

    9.1Excellent (20 ratings)
    0.4 miles to Kensington
    from  $93
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  22. Cleveland Residences Kensington

    8.6Excellent (2,808 ratings)

    Recently Renovated Georgian Building, Proximity to Iconic London Attractions

    0.5 miles to Kensington
    from  $109
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  23. Notting Hill Gate Hotel

    6.3(4,721 ratings)

    Victorian-era townhouse architecture, Steps from Notting Hill Gate Tube

    0.9 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $84
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  24. Mowbray Court Hotel

    7.5Good (7,139 ratings)

    Modern lobby with unique design, Proximity to museums and shopping

    1.7 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $97
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  25. The Rembrandt

    8.6Excellent (11,101 ratings)

    Palette Restaurant's British Cuisine, Concierge and Ticket Services

    1.1 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $199
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  26. Park Avenue Bayswater Inn Hyde Park

    7.1(5,521 ratings)

    Overlooks picturesque Princes Gardens, Historic Victorian building

    0.9 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $77
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  27. Millennium Gloucester Hotel London Kensington

    7.7Good (32,212 ratings)

    Variety of on-site dining options, Well-equipped fitness center

    1.4 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $120
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  28. The Westbourne Hyde Park

    8.8Excellent (8,364 ratings)

    Victorian building, modern luxury, Excellent transport accessibility

    1.1 miles to Kensington
    from  $133
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  29. Hilton London Olympia

    7.2(12,719 ratings)

    Quintessentially British dining, Convenient on-site parking

    1.8 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $93
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  30. Montana Hotel London

    8.1Very good (9,638 ratings)

    Upscale Indian dining on-site, Rooms with individual character

    1.2 miles to Hyde Park
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  31. Central Park Hotel

    6.2(25,464 ratings)

    Future rooftop bar and restaurant, Newly refurbished, design-led rooms

    0.6 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $64
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  32. The Exhibitionist Hotel

    8.7Excellent (6,308 ratings)

    Indulgent plunge pools and balconies, Personalized stay customization

    1.2 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $144
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  33. The Devonshire

    7.5Good (205 ratings)

    Prime Location Near Paddington, Well-Equipped Bathroom Essentials

    1.0 miles to Kensington
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  34. Hilton London Kensington

    7.4(17,201 ratings)

    On-site secure parking, Well-equipped fitness center

    1.8 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $114
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  35. The Villa Kensington

    7.7Good (4,024 ratings)

    Proximity to cultural landmarks, Quiet residential street setting

    1.4 miles to Hyde Park
    from  $123
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Kensington (London, United Kingdom)

Welcome to Kensington: London in Microcosm

Even if you’re unfamiliar with London, you’d probably guess that Kensington is a neighbourhood in Britain’s buzzing capital - it just sounds so London-ey! As opulent as it is stylish and as pretty as it is quirky, Kensington is what most people who’ve never visited London expect the entire city to be: swanky, chic and packed with historic and cultural delights. Indeed, when you consider that this leafy and somewhat exclusive area of West London is home to world class museums, a brace of Royal Parks, handsome Georgian squares, fashionable boutique stores and quaint antique shops, it seems almost impossible to think of Kensington as being anything other than ‘classic London’ in microcosm.

Not bad really for an unremarkable patch of ground that started life as a small rural village back in the halcyon days of the early 19th century…

Upscale Fun: Things to see and do in Kensington

The Royal Kensington Palace and Gardens on the western edge of glorious Hyde Park is surely the best place to begin any tour as it is by far the grandest building (and that’s quite a statement) in the borough. As the former home of Queen Victoria and the site of the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial playground, it’s a definite must-see. The landmark Royal Albert Hall, one of London’s most prestigious concert venues, is fairly close by too, just a stroll away on the southern fringes of the park.

Of course, no visit to Kensington is complete without a trip along Exhibition Road where you can get up-close-and-personal with dinosaurs at the Natural History Museum, and blow your mind with the hands-on exhibits at the Science Museum, all for free. If shopping’s on your radar then the trendy boutiques on Kensington High Street and cute antiques stores dotted along Kensington Church Street are where you need to be.

Unsurprisingly, dining and drinking options abound, with restaurants and bars of all kinds lining the borough’s neatly manicured streets. Visit the Churchill Arms pub on Kensington Church Street to enjoy a traditional ale and some hearty British food in warm - and somewhat quirky - surroundings.

Stay in Style: Accommodation Options in Kensington, London

By its very nature, Kensington is home to some of the swankiest London hotels around, not to mention an ever increasing array of luxe boutique hotels. Budget options are available too, though you won’t be surprised to hear they’re pretty thin on the ground.

With its rarified ambience and sublime location overlooking Kensington Gardens, The Milestone Hotel & Residences has long been one of the borough’s choice top-end offerings. The property’s antique decor, hugely evocative of its gilded 17th century origins, certainly makes it a very memorable place to lay your head.

Our pick of Kensington’s many boutique hotels would have to be The Ampersand Hotel on Harrington Road. The perfect blend of contemporary chic and old world style, this classy joint will win you over with its quirky guest rooms (inspired by local landmarks) and trendy Mediterranean restaurant.

Those looking for more economic digs can still enjoy lodgings with a genteel touch at the Nadler Kensington Hotel, where smart guest rooms sit peacefully within the modern confines of a stately 19th-century townhouse. The classic white stucco exterior is picture perfect too.

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