South Kensington gathers three of London’s great museums within a few streets. Along Exhibition Road, the Natural History Museum, Science Museum and V&A put dinosaurs, spaceflight and design within an easy wander.
Culture4.6/5
Natural History Museum
Step into a world of wonder at the Natural History Museum in London! Prepare to be amazed by towering dinosaur skeletons, rare gems that sparkle like stars, and prehistoric fossils that unlock the secrets of the past. From the captivating exhibits to the interactive displays, this museum will transport you to new realms of knowledge and adventure. Get ready to unleash your inner explorer!
Culture4.6/5
Science Museum
Spacecraft, planes, medical instruments and inventions fill this South Kensington museum, where science and technology unfold across several floors. In the aviation gallery, a walkway lets you look down on the planes from above.
Culture4.8/5
Victoria and Albert Museum
London’s art and design museum spreads its collections across galleries arranged by period and country. You can move from Chinese objects to fashion and sculpture, then find the café in grand historic rooms.
Culture4.8/5
Royal Albert Hall
Get ready to have your mind blown at the Royal Albert Hall! This stunning concert hall in South Kensington, London is a traveler's dream come true. With its iconic dome shape and elegant columns, it's like stepping into a fairytale. Whether you're into classical music, rock concerts, or even circus performances, this place has got it all. Grab your tickets and prepare for a night of unforgettable entertainment!
Transport3.7/5
South Kensington Station
Underground station in South Kensington, London.
Landmark4.5/5
Imperial College London
Landmark4.6/5
The Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
Culture4.7/5
London Oratory
A prominent dome rises over this London Catholic church, with towering Devon marble columns inside. Marble statues of the Twelve Apostles, imported from Italy, stand throughout its richly decorated interior.
Culture4.8/5
Polish Institute and Sikorski Museum
Shop4.6/5
Conceptually Yours
Contemporary art gallery in London.
Transport4.3/5
South Kensington
Subway station with a pedestrian tunnel to the museums.
Culture4.3/5
Dana Research Centre and Library
Landmark2.7/5
Exhibition Road Courtyard
Landmark4.5/5
Chesterton Square
Eat$$$4.5/5
Daquise
Eat$$$4.7/5
Ognisko Restaurant
Polish restaurant in London, serving traditional dishes in an elegant pavilion beside a park. Two long communal tables run the length of the dining room.
Eat$$$$4.4/5
Bombay Brasserie
Eat$$$4.6/5
Lina Stores South Kensington - Italian Restaurant
Eat$$$4.7/5
Brother Marcus South Kensington
Eat$$$4.4/5
Wright brothers SOUTH KENSINGTON
South Kensington seafood restaurant with oysters, fish and chips, and cocktails. Oysters are shucked to order, with a selection from the UK and France.
Stay$$$4.45/5
Wilde Aparthotels, London, Paddington
Wilde Aparthotels London Paddington is situated in London city centre, less than 1 km from Paddington Station and an 18-minute walk to Madame Tussauds. Nearby attractions include the Royal Albert Hall (3.3 km) and Buckingham Palace (4.7 km). The aparthotel offers family rooms with kitchenettes, private bathrooms, and city views. Each unit features air-conditioning, a coffee machine, and a dining area. Additional amenities include bathrobes, a sofa bed, and streaming services. Guests can enjoy a bar and free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-in and check-out services. The property provides paid on-site private parking, meals for kids, and luggage storage. Boating is available in the surrounding area, and London City Airport is 19 km away.
Stay$$$$4.55/5
The Ampersand Hotel
With its own Mediterranean restaurant and just a minute’s walk from South Kensington Underground Station, The Ampersand is a cosmopolitan hotel set in a large Victorian building. The hotel also has a gym and games room. The pillared foyer has a grand staircase lit by an elegant cascading chandelier. The downstairs bar area gives a sophisticated urban feel with its exposed brick arches, and a Science Afternoon Tea menu is available in the hotel’s drawing rooms. Bedrooms at The Ampersand are individually decorated with bold contemporary wallpaper designs and original Victorian features. Each room has a minibar, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and an en suite bathroom. As well as the hotel’s well-equipped gym, guests will have access to information regarding horse riding, private trainers and running routes. Within 2 minutes’ walk of the Natural History Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum, Harrods and Hyde Park are just 15 minutes away by foot.
Stay$$$$4.35/5
Miiro Templeton Garden
This Victorian building is a stylish 4-star hotel with free Wi-Fi and modern air-conditioned rooms. It is just 300 metres from Earls Court London Underground station and Exhibition Centre. The Royal Albert Hall, Science Museum and Victoria & Albert Museum can all be reached within a 25-minute walk. The Miiro Templeton Garden mixes historic original features with modern style and facilities. It has a quiet location and some rooms look out over a large private garden. Our rooms and suites each have tea/coffee facilities and a TV with international satellite channels. Elegant handmade-tiled bathrooms have Le Labo toiletries and rainfall shower. The hotel also has a wellness area with a gym. Guests can use our Refresh Room both before check-in and after check-out. Guests have a wide choice of options with the continental breakfast, including regional specialities. Dinner is served in the modern British restaurant. Kensington Gardens and Holland Park can both be reached within a 25-minute walk.
Stay$$$$4.6/5
Number Sixteen
Featuring ultra-chic interiors and a private garden, Number Sixteen offers glamorous accommodation in cosmopolitan South Kensington. The Victorian property provides 24-hour room service, minibars and iPod docking stations in the rooms. Each individually styled room reflects the contemporary design of the hotel, with luxurious fabrics and furnishings and hints of bold colour. All rooms at Number Sixteen are air-conditioned and feature flat-screen satellite TV. Some rooms have French windows leading to a small balcony. Afternoon tea is served all day at the hotel, and can be taken in the garden, conservatory, drawing room or library. Guests have a number of public rooms within the hotel in which to relax after a day outside in bustling London. South Kensington Underground Station is a 3-minute walk away, and is surrounded by bars, shops and restaurants. Located on the Picadilly, Circle and District lines, the hotel has easy Underground links to many parts of the city.
Stay$$$$4.25/5
The Pelham London - Starhotels Collezione
Set in the heart of South Kensington, just by South Kensington Tube Station, The Pelham is a luxury townhouse hotel offering boutique stylish accommodation with a restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre. There is free WiFi available throughout. Each room is individually decorated and comes with a mix of antique and modern furniture, air-conditioning and a flat-screen TV. They also have a bathroom with hairdryer, free toiletries, bathrobe, slippers and bathtub. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at La Trattoria by Alfredo Russo, Michelin starred chef. The Italian cuisine features freshly sourced produce and a selection of organic wines and champagnes. The hotel also boasts a wood panelled drawing room and library where guests can enjoy afternoon tea. Local attractions include the Royal Albert Hall, the Natural History Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum, within 10 minutes’ walking distance. Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens are less than one mile away and Notting Hill is 2.2 miles away.
Stay$$$$4.3/5
The Kensington Hotel
The luxurious Kensington Hotel is situated in the heart of South Kensington and within a 20-minute stroll of Harrods, Harvey Nichols and The Royal Albert Hall. The Natural History Museum and The V&A are just 5 minutes on foot. A state-of-the-art fitness room is provided for exclusive use of the hotel’s guests. Free WiFi, luxury bed linen and a large flat-screen TV are included in each room at The Kensington Hotel, as well as an en suite bathroom. The Town House Bar & Restaurant has a magnificent lounge area with period drawing rooms. Its setting offers a blend of traditional and contemporary features, and is an ideal location for for afternoon tea, lunch or evening dinners. South Kensington tube station is only 450 metres away and offers direct access to the heart of the West End & Heathrow Airport.
Stay$$$$4.2/5
The Exhibitionist Hotel
The luxury boutique Exhibitionist Hotel is set opposite the Natural History Museum, in the heart of South Kensington. Close by are the V&A Museum, the Science Museum, The Albert Hall, and the upmarket shopping of Knightsbridge, Sloane Street, Harvey Nichols and Harrods. The property is set in beautifully restored, 18th-century townhouses which combine original design and contemporary finishes including bespoke furnishings. The hotel features 8 galleries with frequently changing pieces of work displayed. All rooms have a walk-in shower as well as a bath tub and Anyah toiletries. The Spa Suite features its own private indoor hot tub, while the penthouse has a terrace with an outside TV. Staff are happy to help with your stay in London. A few minutes' walk will lead you to the area's famous museums, or South Kensington Underground Station. There are plenty of shops, restaurant and bars that you can reach on foot. Hyde Park is a 15-minute walk away. Our breakfast is Continental Breakfast. We serve both hot and cold continental items
Stay$$$$4.2/5
130 Queen's Gate Apartments
Offering a range of luxurious accommodation south of Hyde Park, the Queen’s Gate Apartments are a 10-minute walk from the Royal Albert Hall. South Kensington Underground Station is 5 minutes' walk away. The recently refurbished apartments all feature a fully equipped kitchen, and flat-screen TVs with Sky. Free Wi-Fi is also available for residents to enjoy. Continental breakfast packs are available to order, at an additional charge. The apartments at Queen’s Gate are elegant, with modern furnishings. There is a lift to every floor, a 24-hour front desk, and a concierge service. Situated in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, the apartments are ideal for visiting London’s main attractions. The Natural History, Science, and Victoria and Albert Museums can all be reached in 10 minutes’ walk. Harrods, on Brompton Road, is less than a mile from Queen’s Gate Apartments. Earl’s Court is a 15-minute walk away.
Stay$$3.65/5
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington is located within a 3-minute walk from Kensington High Street and within easy reach from the shops and restaurants of Knightsbridge and Notting Hill. Rooms here feature Hypnos beds, flat-screen TVs and in-room safes. All are en-suite and feature coffee and tea making facilities. Free WiFi is available in all areas. Guests can dine on site in the Artist Corner, offering modern British and European cuisine. The property also features a brasserie with Asian-style dishes and the Cafexpress cafe. Further facilities at Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington include a conference centre and a fitness room. Olympia exhibition centre is within walking distance and so are Hyde Park, the Royal Albert Hall and the world-famous museums on Cromwell Road.
Stay2.5/5
The Cranley Hotel
Conveniently situated in London, The Cranley Hotel offers 3-star accommodation close to South Kensington Underground Station and Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is located 1.9 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC, 2.5 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre and 2.6 km from The Serpentine. The hotel provides a terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Natural History Museum, Royal Albert Hall and Harrods. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from The Cranley Hotel.
Stay4.8/5
The Milestone Hotel and Residences
The Milestone Hotel and Residences, nestled in the heart of Kensington, is a traveler's paradise! With its luxurious rooms and quirky English charm, you'll feel like royalty during your stay. Explore nearby attractions like Kensington Palace and Hyde Park, then retreat to this five-star haven. Don't miss the delectable dining options, exceptional service, and breathtaking views. A whimsical adventure awaits at The Milestone Hotel!
Stay4.7/5
Cheval Gloucester Park
South Kensington apartment hotel with spacious rooms and daily housekeeping.
Stay4.7/5
Cheval Thorney Court
London serviced apartments with separate bedrooms, kitchens and laundry.
Stay4.6/5
Cheval Harrington Court
Nestled in the heart of South Kensington, Cheval Harrington Court offers luxurious serviced apartments and a charming blend of Victorian elegance and modern amenities, making it an ideal stay for discerning travelers exploring London.
Stay4.3/5
Fraser Suites Kensington
Stay4.1/5
The Bentley Hotel London
Stay2/5
Studio Apartment in South Kensington 2
This South Kensington apartment has beds and a sofa bed.
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