Bob W London Kensington

Hotels
7.7 (2001 reviews)
44 Harrington Gardens , London , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Lift / Elevator
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Room cleanliness issues
Limited food options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.08
Some reviews indicated the room could have been cleaner.
Service
8.07
Various comments about staff being helpful, but some instances of rudeness noted.
Location
9.07
Consistently praised as amazing and a great part of London.
Room Quality
7.58
Some guests found rooms to be small or not as described.
Amenities
8.07
Generally well-received, though some missed having a fuller breakfast selection.
Value for Money
8.07
Value for money was appreciated, especially for London.
Food and Beverage
6.08
Breakfast options were often criticized and not up to expectations.
Overall Experience
7.58
Overall experience was generally positive despite some concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:34

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in the heart of Kensington and Chelsea, Sonder The Gilbert is just minutes away from top attractions like Harrods and Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC.

Comfortable Rooms
Enjoy a cozy stay in our 3-star rooms equipped with modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and coffee machines.

Nearby Attractions
Explore London's iconic landmarks including the Natural History Museum and Royal Albert Hall, all within reach from our hotel.

Experience the best of London at Sonder The Gilbert. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Bob W provides a complimentary weekly cleaning for stays of 7 nights or more, and for shorter stays a cleaning can be added for an extra fee.

Breakfast is served at a nearby local café, handpicked by Bob W.
Breakfast opening hours:
Monday to Sunday: 08:00 - 11:00Please 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 2001 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.08
Service: 8.07
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 7.58
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.07
Food and Beverage: 6.08
Overall Experience: 7.58
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Marta couple es
8
Hotel cómodo con muy buena ubicación
Pros:

Habitaciones amplias, cama grande y cómoda y ubicación excelente

Cons:

Nada

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Agata extended_group pl
9
Pros:

Łatwość dostępu i możliwość przechowywania bagażu przed i po zakwaterowaniu. Dostępność kawy i herbaty w holu bez ograniczeń.

Cons:

Nic

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Per extended_group se
9
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Schröder couple de
8
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Catherine couple gb
7
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Sara solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Sharon Hill couple gb
8
Good location
Pros:

The location was great for us as we went to the
Royal Albert Hall. It was also close to the NHM and V&A. I would stay again but I would book a bigger room as the compact room has a very small bathroom.

Cons:

No hairdryer in the room upon arrival. The hotel is unmanned and whilst the WhatsApp messaging and the staff interaction via this was great, it took an hour to get one.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Giulia couple ro
10
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Ellie couple au
6
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Elisabeth couple au
1
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Ahad couple gb
1
We came to enjoy London; unfortunately, this hotel became one of the worst memories of the trip.
Pros:

The only positive aspect of this stay was finally checking out. The location was acceptable, but almost every other part of the experience was disappointing and far below expectations.

Cons:

We arrived to a cold room and had to wait hours for management to bring a portable heater. The room was poorly equipped, with a fridge, kettle and coffee machine sharing only two power sockets, meaning we had to unplug one appliance to use another.
Basic amenities were missing, including toothbrushes, toothpaste, hand soap and slippers. Guests were expected to use shampoo as hand wash. Cleanliness was disappointing, with an opened coffee pod and a used lotion bottle left in the room. Dirty laundry bags were also left in the corridor creating unpleasant smells.
Breakfast was misleading. Although sold as included, it was served in a separate café five minutes away. The £34 allowance for two people barely covered a modest breakfast and drinks, and we still had to pay extra. The café was overcrowded and we had to wait outside for a table.
Management's response was the most disappointing part. After raising multiple complaints and requesting compensation, we were offered only a 5% discount on a future stay. Overall, this property was overpriced, poorly managed and failed to meet even basic expectations.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Yakeen couple sg
8
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Semenova couple se
10
Happy, will use again
Pros:

Smooth check in, no contact. Located nicely.

Cons:

No comlaints tbh.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Mevra couple tr
8
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Erika solo_traveller mx
5
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Manal solo_traveller gb
9
Good location. Organised booking system
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
Özgür couple tr
9
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Eero solo_traveller fi
9
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Ross couple gb
7
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Ahmet couple tr
7
2026-05-31 via Nuitee