West Kensington Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Hyde Park
Hyde Park is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the notable monuments and shops in this culturally rich area.
Tower Bridge
After visiting Tower Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
London Bridge
London Bridge is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
O2 Arena
O2 Arena is a popular theatre with a storied past in London. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
London Eye
Enjoy a trip to London Eye, a well-known attraction in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in West Kensington
Hilton London Olympia
Good location. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
ibis London Shepherds Bush – Hammersmith
Nice hotel, conveniently located near tube and overground stations, in central Shepherd’s Bush. Convenient parking and direct entrance to hotel 1st floor via W12 car park around the other side of the block. Would gladly stay again.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Four Points Flex by Sheraton London Kensington
My daughter and I booked a room for Friday night as we had attended the Great Christmas Feast at 13:00 held at the nearby Lost Estate. We did not check in until 16:30 from the outside the hotel is freshly painted and is on a very quite road. On checking in we were met with a welcominhg smile and ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Kensington Prime Hotel
Staff friendly great room spotlessly clean, good choice for breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Bob W London Olympia
Really enjoyed my stay at Bob W London Olympia! Clean and compact room that’s just enough for two people. Despite being central, I found that it was quiet and relaxing at night, offering a real home-away-from-home feel. Walking distance to a bus stop and tube station which is a plus! Only note for ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Kensington Olympia
The flat was spotless clean, well presented, unfortunately the settee has seen better days and could do with a deep clean, bathroom a bit tired and could do with some attention, the shower is leaking
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Kensington
Kensington
Kensington High Street and Kensington Church Street are a few top attractions in Kensington. Hop around the city on the metro at High Street Kensington Station or Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, beautiful gardens and charming cafes.
South Kensington
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.
Chelsea
Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.
Paddington
Paddington Central and The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London are top sights in Paddington, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Paddington Underground Station or Edgware Road (Bakerloo) Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
Mayfair
Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street.
City of Westminster
Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
