South Kensington Travel Guide
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Princes Gardens
"This was one of my most favourite hotels in London. The staff were so nice, polite and patient. I arrive very late, 2am and staff wrre available and checked me in quickly. I always travel solo so most of the single rooms I book tend to be very small and cramped. This eingle room however was very ..."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026
The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington
"Overall good but overpriced which is more a London problem than Baileys problem."
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026
The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court
"It was attractively modern and clean and in a great location. The front desk help was great. The air conditioning was very good too. However, the room should have had a least one chair and a small or a fold-down table, a phone to call the front desk, instructions for the safe, and an additional ..."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington
"I was put very nosy room outside noise was treble."
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026
100 Queen's Gate Hotel London Kensington, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Convenient to a tube station. Lots of nearby restaurants. Helpful staff. confusing hallways to rooms."
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026
The Rembrandt
"Room was clean, although will soon need a bit of renovation. Staff were friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in South Kensington
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.
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.
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.
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.
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Theatre.
