The Kensington Hotel
61 Gloucester Rd, Kensington, Greater London SW7 4, UK
The Kensington Hotel Reviews
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Overall:
"I would recommend this hotel as it is in a great location." — source Venere
"Really enjoyed my stay and would definately stay again." — source Travelocity
"Overall service and price are right." — source Venere
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Clean:
"It was clean but needs refreshing." — source Expedia
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Service:
"The services was good." — source Venere
"While the service and people were fabulous the room was not so much." — source Expedia
"The service starting from the Front Dest is outstanding." — source Expedia
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Location:
"That means no deskspace for a laptop let alone a location other than the floor for the suitcase." — source Orbitz
"Great area, near underground, nice hotel and good offer." — source Venere
"The hotel is good is not a 5 stars, but by price and location is really good." — source Expedia
"The location was great - that was about it." — source Expedia
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Value:
"Lively, comfortable and good value for money." — source Venere
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Room:
"It is a very nice hotel, but the room I had was tiny and was above one of the bars, so I was kept awake by the noise." — source Venere
"If I was to use euphemisms, I would say the room was 'cosy' and the bathroom was 'compact'." — source Travelocity
"What a surprise to find that the rooms did not reflex the lobby which was painted in gold and white. The rooms however were a whole other story." — source Expedia
"I stayed in a single room which was tiny." — source Venere
"The ONLY thing that concerns me is that my room was slanted." — source Expedia
More information on The Kensington Hotel
Superbly located in the beautiful South Kensington area, Rydges Kensington Plaza offers comfortable accommodation with friendly and personal service. Lovingly restored to its former glory, this boutique hotel offers guests the benefits of modern in-room facilities combined with old world character and charm.
Check-in Time:
1400Check-out Time:
1100Total Rooms:
Single Room:Small room ideal for the overnight budget traveler, featuring a single bed, reverse cycle air-conditioning, ensuite bathroom, wireless internet, safe and tea & coffee making facilities.Double Room:Traditional room with a double bed, reverse cycle air-conditioning, working desk, ensuite bathroom, wireless internet, safe, minibar and tea & coffee making facilities.Twin Room:Spacious room with two single beds, reverse cycle air-conditioning, working desk, ensuite bathroom, wireless internet, safe, minibar and tea & coffee making facilities.Executive Queen Room:Comfortable room with a Queen size bed, reverse cycle air-conditioning, luxury amenities, flat screen TV, working desk, ensuite bathroom, wireless internet, safe, minibar and tea & coffee making facilities.Total Floors:
5 floors.Rooms:
Single Room:Small room ideal for the overnight budget traveler, featuring a single bed, reverse cycle air-conditioning, ensuite bathroom, wireless internet, safe and tea & coffee making facilities.Double Room:Traditional room with a double bed, reverse cycle air-conditioning, working desk, ensuite bathroom, wireless internet, safe, minibar and tea & coffee making facilities.Twin Room:Spacious room with two single beds, reverse cycle air-conditioning, working desk, ensuite bathroom, wireless internet, safe, minibar and tea & coffee making facilities.Executive Queen Room:Comfortable room with a Queen size bed, reverse cycle air-conditioning, luxury amenities, flat screen TV, working desk, ensuite bathroom, wireless internet, safe, minibar and tea & coffee making facilities.Reservations
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Cancellation Policy
-24, The guest must cancel their booking before 2pm the day prior to their arrival. In failing to do so, the guest will incur a charge of the first nights room rate.
Directions
An elegant period mansion located in leafy South Kensington, this excellent hotel is comfortably situated in one of London's most pleasant districts and is perfectly positioned for Harrods, Kensington High Street, Hyde Park, Royal Albert Hall, Earls Court & Olympia Exhibition Centres and many of Britain's most famous museums. Rydges Kensington Plaza is only 75 metres from Gloucester Road tube station.
Area
London, England
Attractions
Kensington High Street Walking Distance Earls Court Walking Distance Sports Centre 5 Minutes Hyde Park Kensington Palace Royal Albe rt Hall Natural History Museum Science Museum Victoria & Albert Museum Kensington Gardens Kensington Palace
Dining
Ten Tables RestaurantTen Tables Restaurant offers a modern European menu. Featuring quality seafood dishes, a famous lamb shank and succulent rib eye steak. Based in the bustling area of South Kensington, only metres from the Gloucester Rd tube station, the candle lit tables and easy listening music set the mood, creating an atmosphere set for a relaxing dining experience.
Information by OrbitzThe Kensington Hotel Rates
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Nestled in the Rydges Kensington Plaza Hotel in London's lively Kensington area, the Ten Tables has a charming Spanish flavor. Nice warm...
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