The Rockwell

Hotels
Design Hotels
8.4 (5067 reviews)
181 Cromwell Road , London , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
Board games/puzzles
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated room fittings

Categories

Cleanliness
7.74
Some reviews mentioned issues such as worn towels and mold in the shower, leading to a lower score.
Service
9.21
Numerous comments highlighted the staff's helpfulness and friendliness, suggesting high quality in service.
Location
9.25
Multiple reviews praised the hotel's location as excellent and convenient for accessing local attractions.
Room Quality
7.7
Some reviews indicated issues with room sizes and amenities, such as outdated fittings and a hard bed.
Amenities
8.23
Amenities received mixed feedback, but overall were deemed satisfactory with some areas for improvement.
Value for Money
8.69
Many reviews emphasized the good value for price, despite some minor complaints.
Food and Beverage
7.74
Reviews reflected a range of opinions on breakfast quality with some stating it was inadequate.
Overall Experience
8.61
Overall satisfaction was generally positive, despite some issues affecting rating.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 13:00

Property Description

Cutting-Edge Design and Modern Amenities

Located in London's South Kensington, The Rockwell boasts cutting-edge design and offers free WiFi, flat-screen TVs with BT sports channels, bespoke oak furniture, and luxurious en-suite bathrooms with White Company toiletries.

Stylish Dining Experience

Guests can indulge in modern English cuisine at the stylish garden restaurant, overlooking the landscaped garden. The Rockwell Dining Room offers a contemporary twist on traditional British dishes, complemented by an extensive wine list.

Convenient Location for Exploring

Situated just a 5-minute walk from Earl's Court Tube Station, The Rockwell is the perfect base for exploring London. With popular museums and Harrods department store within walking distance, guests can easily immerse themselves in the city's vibrant culture.

Book your stay at The Rockwell now for a sophisticated boutique hotel experience in the heart of London's South Kensington district.

Important information:

Different policies apply for group bookings. A nonrefundable deposit of 50% of the total amount is required for group bookings.

Please note, full payment for the free cancelation rates will be due upon check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 5067 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.74
Service: 9.21
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 7.7
Amenities: 8.23
Value for Money: 8.69
Food and Beverage: 7.74
Overall Experience: 8.61
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Van Bockstal couple be
10
Value for money, great place to stay for a trip to London
Pros:

A personal approach, very helpfull staff, nice, quiet and big room compared to other London hotels.
Conveniently located nearby two underground stations and execellent breakfast.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Margaret extended_group gb
8
Lovely hotel, excellent staff. Pretty courtyard garden.
Pros:

All the staff were excellent and as we arrived late the chef made a special effort to make us a hasty sandwich and fries.

Cons:

There was no hot water via the shower and no plug in the sink. There were also no coffee/tea facilities.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Namrata couple ae
8
Perfect for a city stay for 4-5 days
Pros:

The room was small, but just about right for 2 people for a couple of days in London. Also the location made up for it. Earl's Court station is just 3-5 mins walk and the road to the station has everything from a pub to restaurants, spas, a grocery place etc. One can also take a nice longish walk all the way to Notting Hill.

Cons:

Nothing, it met my expectations.

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Steve couple gb
8
An enjoyable stay in a good location
Pros:

Well-situated location, friendly staff, ample room size, good choice of breakfast options, rooms at the rear of the hotel are quiet.

Cons:

There was nothing in particular to dislike but suggested areas for improvement are that the furnishings were slightly tired in the room we booked, the pillows were unsupportive and the bedside lamps would benefit from dimmers. A positional shower head would also improve the facilities.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Selin couple it
6
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Omar solo_traveller eg
7
Overall ok
Pros:

Fair value for money, good location with about 7-10 minute walks to public transportation

Cons:

Room much smaller than expected or shown in photo, especially the shower. Air conditioner was a small and noisy portable one they didn’t really serve its purpose on the warm days. Also the safe box didn’t work, but staff gave me a key to lock it instead.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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odile solo_traveller us
10
Always feels cozy and safe!
Pros:

Feeling cosy and safe

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Robyn solo_traveller au
9
Lovely breakfast, comfortable attractive room and sitting areas, pleasant outdoor courtyard
Pros:

Attractively refurbished property with clean modern inviting style. Attractive and comfortable use of space.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Vera solo_traveller nl
7
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Donna solo_traveller gb
7
Decent but after reception interrogation won’t be returning .
Pros:

Location easy to get to from Earls Court tube.

Cons:

My partner was made to feel v uncomfortable when he arrived after me . He showed reception his driving licence ,my full name and the room I was in number . However they said they had no knowledge of him -40 minutes before I had filled on arrival a form with his name on ! I had to come to reception to verify his identity .

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Volha solo_traveller nl
10
Just an amazing stay!
Pros:

I had absolutely fantastic experience in the last days here. Exceptionally clean and quiet cozy hotel. Very kind and helpful the lady at the reception, always eager to help, I would say it’s one of the best experiences I had in London this year. The price/location/accommodation/attitude - just amazing!
Would definitely recommend to my colleagues!
Wanna thank again the reception lady for her kind support during my stay :)

Cons:

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2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Erin solo_traveller us
7
Tiny but cozy room!
Pros:

Loved how quiet it was! Also, pretty close distance to the tube (which wasn't running due to the strike), and bus station, which we used daily.

Cons:

The shower didn't drain well. We were there four nights and even after informing reception, it wasn't fixed. There were no curtains, so the light from the city did keep the room quite bright during the night.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Ruth couple au
9
Great location and friendly staff
Pros:

Great location

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Peter couple ch
8
Cosy hotel at a very convenient location
Pros:

Cosy hotel at a very convenient location. Excellent breakfast.

Cons:

Street noise.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Mangan solo_traveller gb
10
Comfortable pleasant stay
Pros:

Excellent staff, comfortable room

Cons:

Disabled bell didn’t work, wasn’t a major problem for me as staff were very helpful however this should be attended to even if not used very often.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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AKSEL couple tr
10
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

A good place to stay in London. A good location with access to public transport plus local restaurants & pubs. The hotel is comfortable & staff always welcoming & friendly.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Isene couple no
5
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Karen couple gb
8
2026-06-05 via Nuitee