Overview

Pros

Historic boutique hotel on a quiet side street in Kensington
19th century townhouse with period details such as sculpted ceilings
Traditional decor with modern touches including flat-screen TVs
All rooms have free Wi-Fi, plush reading chairs, and electric kettles
Surprise nightly turndown gift including candles, bath salts, and loofahs
Free champagne every evening in the spacious drawing room and bar
Cozy breakfast room (or opt to have breakfast in bed)
Located near transport

Cons

Some rooms on the small side

Bottom Line

The Ashburn Hotel is a cozy, modest boutique option on a quiet side street in Kensington. The 38 rooms represent the historic character of this 19th century townhouse with period details such as sculpted ceilings. Decor is on the traditional side, but rooms have modern features with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Details bring extra comfort to the somewhat small rooms, such as plush reading chairs and electric kettles. Personal touches are a highlight here, including a surprise nightly turndown gift, free evening champagne, and option for having breakfast in bed. Other draws are the spacious drawing room and bar and a location near transport.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Babysitting Services
Basic Television
Business Center
Cable
Concierge
Cribs
Dry Cleaning
Free Breakfast
Full Kitchen
Internet
Kids Allowed
Laundry
Meeting / Conference Rooms
Mini Bar (with liquor)
Rental Car Service Desk Onsite
Room Service
Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
Smoking Rooms Available
Airport Transportation

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Full Review

Scene

Historic townhouse with cozy common space

The Ashburn Hotel is a former townhouse, offering guests a glimpse of 19th century life in Kensington. This small boutique is simple and elegant with antique chandeliers in the lobby and cozy chairs in the drawing room. The small size and personal service gives this hotel a relaxed scene. Quaint antiques and surprise turndown treats are hotel highlights.

Location

On a quiet side street in renowned Kensington

The Ashburn Hotel is located down the street from Gloucester Road tube station in Kensington. This neighborhood is known for a mixed population of native English, immigrants, tourists, and more. While Gloucester Road itself doesn't have much happening, it is bordered on all sides by West London's most popular shopping and dining districts as well as London's more charming museums. The location is tucked away from the crowds, but provides easy access to London attractions.- 8-minute walk to the Natural History Museum

11-minute walk to Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens
15-minute walk to the Royal Albert Hall and Science Museum
7-minute tube ride to Knightsbridge station and shopping district including Harrods
7-minute tube ride to Sloane Square station, Chelsea shopping district, and Saatchi Gallery
8-minute tube ride to Notting Hill Gate station and Portobello Market
12-minute tube ride to Westminster station including Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, London Eye, and scenic walks along the Thames
14-minute tube ride to Piccadilly Circus station and the theater district
14-minute tube ride to Embankment station including Trafalgar Square, National Portrait Gallery, London ICA, Tate Modern, and the Southbank
16-minute tube ride to Covent Garden
17-minute tube ride to Leicester Square station and Chinatown

Rooms

Cozy and pleasant, with a traditional feel

While some rooms at the Ashburn Hotel are on the small side, all are cozy and comfortable with quaint antiques and plush reading chairs. This hotel offers great free amenities including champagne every evening, surprise turndown treats, and Wi-Fi.- Gilchrist & Soames toiletries

Bathrobes and slippers
Mini-fridges and an electric kettle for tea or coffee
Queen Double Rooms are the most basic category and come with a shower only
Higher category rooms have more space and shower/bath combos

Features

A modestly luxurious drawing room and surprise turndown gifts

The Ashburn Hotel is a 19th century townhouse that has a variety of period details. Nightly cocktails are served in the drawing room amongst silver damask wallpaper, purple velvet drapery, and quaint antique furniture. Surprise turndown gifts and a glass of champagne are provided nightly.- View full list of amenities

All-Inclusive / Food

No full restaurant, but buffet breakfast and room service are available

Buffet breakfast, and the option to have breakfast in bed
Room service meals available

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Room Types

Deluxe King Room
King Double Room
Queen Double Room
Superior Double Room

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