What's it like in Kensington?

Kensington is an historic neighbourhood known for its charming cafes and top museums. Are you looking for Kensington travel tips? Make sure that you visit Kensington Roof Gardens and Kensington High Street while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Kensington area?

If you're searching for places to stay in London, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 1764 Kensington hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Kensington.

What is there to do in this London neighbourhood?

While you're in Kensington, a shopping trip to Kensington High Street, Kensington Church Street or Cromwell Road might be the perfect way to find that souvenir you've been looking for. You could also plan a visit to Kensington Roof Gardens or Design Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. Don't miss favourite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square and Big Ben. While you're out sightseeing, Marble Arch and Oxford Street are a couple of additional sights to visit in London.

How can I get around Kensington and the greater London area?

If you want to see more of the city, High Street Kensington Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and Gloucester Road Underground Station. To venture out of town, take a train from West Brompton Station.

The Best Hotels in Kensington, London - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

1. Royal Garden Hotel

Kensington

Marta

9.216.553 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

2. The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington

Kensington

Deborah

6.551.160 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

3. Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG

Kensington

jameskutty

3.631.526 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

4. Fraser Suites Queens Gate

Kensington

David

7.109.760 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

5. The Kensington Hotel

Kensington

David

10.638.962 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

6. Brit Hotels Earls Court

Kensington

Lindsay

2.985.348 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

7. The Rembrandt

Kensington

Hongbo

7.476.561 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

8. Miiro Templeton Garden

Kensington

Ryan

8.377.191 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

9. Residence Inn by Marriott London Kensington

Kensington

Katelyn

6.293.471 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

10. The Exhibitionist Hotel

Kensington

Maria

5.362.670 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

11. The Park City Grand Plaza Kensington

Kensington

Linda

5.830.715 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

12. Millennium Hotel and Conference Centre Gloucester London

Kensington

Yamini

3.427.032 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

13. The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Kensington

Laura

9.709.926 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

14. Henley House Hotel

Kensington

Eric

3.985.865 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

15. The Queen's Gate Hotel

Kensington

Paula

7.192.537 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

16. The Cura Hotel Kensington, London, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Kensington

Lilia

5.817.846 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

17. The Kensington Hideaway

Kensington

Pia Gabriele

5.878.312 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

18. The Milestone Hotel

Kensington

James

16.024.551 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

19. Blackbird

Kensington

Lauren

7.076.188 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

20. The Rockwell

Kensington

Alice

3.173.178 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cheval Gloucester Park at Kensington	5.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 84 reviews	View
The Milestone Hotel	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 523 reviews	View
Blackbird	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 408 reviews	View
Miiro Templeton Garden	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 766 reviews	View
The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View

Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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London City Centre

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

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Canary Wharf

Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Crossrail Place Roof Garden and Billingsgate Market. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.

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Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

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City of Westminster

Big Ben and Trafalgar Square 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.

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Soho

Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.

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Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

10/10 Excellent

"We had a club room which was good, decent size and clean. View from room was very good also. Breakfast was in club lounge and was ok, had better but was included so can’t complain. Location was great and will stay here again"

The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean room and bathroom. The room is on the smaller size, but we never had an issue with it because we only brought backpacks. Every thing in the room seemed very up to date. The air conditioner works very well. The bed was comfortable. There is a coffee maker with complimentary coffee, cream, and sugar. There is no mini fridge so don’t bring food that can spoil. We also got a complimentary “The Drey” tote bag. The hotel is in a nice area and a short walk to the nearest station. Also, the staff were very helpful and friendly. The hotel seems very secure. In order to gain entry into the hotel and your room, you need to use your phone to unlock the doors. You cannot enter the hotel without being a guest or a staff member opening the doors for you. We would stay here again."

Miiro Templeton Garden

8/10 Good

"Freundliches Personal. Komfortables Zimmer. Gutes Fitnessstudio. Schöne Auswahl beim Frühstück. Günstige Lage in der Nähe der öffentlichen Verkehrsmittel. In puncto Ästhetik und Service sind noch einige Verbesserungen nötig. Insgesamt ein guter Aufenthalt. Den vollen Preis würde ich allerdings nicht bezahlen – dank des Online-Rabattes hat es sich gelohnt."

Kensington House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were clean, the breakfast was very good (it's not included in the room rate) and the staff was kind enough to store our luggage when we arrived earlier than the check-in time, and once again in our check-out because we left the city later than the check-out time. The rooms are small but the bed was comfortable, the elevator is also small enough to fit one person and one or max 2 pieces of luggage. The rooms have AC so no issues with the heat. The hotel is close to many restaurants, groceries stores, and the neighborhood is super nice and quiet. It's close to bus stops and 5-10 mins away from subway stations. We enjoyed our stay and would definetely come back."

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

1. Royal Garden Hotel

2. The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington

3. Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG

4. Fraser Suites Queens Gate

5. The Kensington Hotel

6. Brit Hotels Earls Court

7. The Rembrandt

8. Miiro Templeton Garden

9. Residence Inn by Marriott London Kensington

10. The Exhibitionist Hotel

11. The Park City Grand Plaza Kensington

12. Millennium Hotel and Conference Centre Gloucester London

13. The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

14. Henley House Hotel

15. The Queen's Gate Hotel

16. The Cura Hotel Kensington, London, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

17. The Kensington Hideaway

18. The Milestone Hotel

19. Blackbird

20. The Rockwell

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Where to stay in Kensington

London City Centre

Canary Wharf

Covent Garden

City of Westminster

Soho

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

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