Pros
- In Victorian townhouse on quiet leafy street
- A five-minute walk from two Tube stations
- All rooms have flat-screen TVs; some have elegant cast-iron fireplaces
- Updated, contemporary bathrooms with heated towel racks
- Breakfast available for a fee
- Free Wi-Fi throughout
Bottom Line
Kensington Gardens Hotel is a no-frills budget hotel set in a typical Victorian townhouse in the leafy central-west neighborhood of Bayswater. While there's little that distinguishes this property from many in the area, a 2015 renovation means rooms -- and especially bathrooms -- are clean and well-presented. There's not much in terms of facilities beyond the rooms, however, and the lack of an elevator can mean lots of stair-climbing. Overall, though, the location allows for easy access to central London and the competitive rates make this a good pick for the budget-conscious.
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Amenities
- Cribs
- Internet
Oyster Awards
Scene
Updated budget hotel in typical Victorian terrace townhouse
With its Grecian-style columns, spearhead railings, and facade adorned with neoclassical touches, Kensington Gardens Hotel is indistinguishable from many of the other Victorian townhouses in the area. The entrance is unassuming and the interiors, underwhelming, but there are a few original period features such as ornate coving and a stone fireplace. Heavy fabrics and gilt-framed mirrors contribute to an old-fashioned ambience, and despite renovations in 2015, wood paneling and patterned carpets look dated. Clientele tend towards the budget traveler end of the market, while lack of elevator and plenty of stairs might put off guests with mobility concerns.
Location
Set in West London's leafy Bayswater, a short walk from Hyde Park
The hotel is located on a relatively quiet and leafy street, just a block from the tourist hub of Queensway in west-central London. The Bayswater and Queensway Tube stations are within a five-minute walk of the hotel, and it's then just a few stops from either to the city center. The green expanse of Hyde Park and the Diana Memorial Playground is a 10-minute walk, while trendy Notting Hill takes about 15 minutes to reach on foot. The transport hub of Paddington Railway Station is a five-minute cab trip; from here, guests can reach Heathrow Airport in 15 minutes on the Heathrow Express.
Rooms
Simply, traditionally styled rooms with contemporary bathrooms
The hotel has 17 rooms, all of which are decorated in simple, traditional decor with antique-style furnishings and art prints. Amenities include flat-screen TVs and kettles, while some rooms have original 19th-century features such as cast-iron fireplaces. Updated bathrooms are particularly well-presented, with heated towel racks and walk-in showers or shower/tub combos. Some rooms are prone to a little street noise and the hotel's Single Rooms are tiny.
Features
Breakfast service, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and little else
There's very little else to the hotel beyond the rooms, though there is a basic breakfast service available (not included in the rate). Luggage storage is also available and Wi-Fi is free of charge throughout the property.
Related Hotels
Scene
Updated budget hotel in typical Victorian terrace townhouse
With its Grecian-style columns, spearhead railings, and facade adorned with neoclassical touches, Kensington Gardens Hotel is indistinguishable from many of the other Victorian townhouses in the area. The entrance is unassuming and the interiors, underwhelming, but there are a few original period features such as ornate coving and a stone fireplace. Heavy fabrics and gilt-framed mirrors contribute to an old-fashioned ambience, and despite renovations in 2015, wood paneling and patterned carpets look dated. Clientele tend towards the budget traveler end of the market, while lack of elevator and plenty of stairs might put off guests with mobility concerns.
Location
Set in West London's leafy Bayswater, a short walk from Hyde Park
The hotel is located on a relatively quiet and leafy street, just a block from the tourist hub of Queensway in west-central London. The Bayswater and Queensway Tube stations are within a five-minute walk of the hotel, and it's then just a few stops from either to the city center. The green expanse of Hyde Park and the Diana Memorial Playground is a 10-minute walk, while trendy Notting Hill takes about 15 minutes to reach on foot. The transport hub of Paddington Railway Station is a five-minute cab trip; from here, guests can reach Heathrow Airport in 15 minutes on the Heathrow Express.
Rooms
Simply, traditionally styled rooms with contemporary bathrooms
The hotel has 17 rooms, all of which are decorated in simple, traditional decor with antique-style furnishings and art prints. Amenities include flat-screen TVs and kettles, while some rooms have original 19th-century features such as cast-iron fireplaces. Updated bathrooms are particularly well-presented, with heated towel racks and walk-in showers or shower/tub combos. Some rooms are prone to a little street noise and the hotel's Single Rooms are tiny.
Features
Breakfast service, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and little else
There's very little else to the hotel beyond the rooms, though there is a basic breakfast service available (not included in the rate). Luggage storage is also available and Wi-Fi is free of charge throughout the property.
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Best Rates
Amenities
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Balcony / Terrace / Patio
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Business Center
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Cabanas
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Cable
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Cribs
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Dry Cleaning
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Internet
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Kids Allowed
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Swim-Up Bar
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