The Pelham London - Starhotels Collezione

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Starhotels
9 (1423 reviews)
15 Cromwell Place , London , GB

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cozy and friendly atmosphere
Excellent location and service
Cons:
Uncomfortable bed for some guests
Small room size reported

Categories

Cleanliness
8.71
The bathroom was spotlessly clean and all amenities functioned perfectly.
Service
9.68
The staff were very friendly and helpful, making us feel welcome.
Location
9.22
The location is very convenient, with many interesting places within walking distance.
Room Quality
8.17
Some complaints about room size and bed comfort, with reports of small rooms.
Amenities
9.2
All amenities functioned perfectly during the stay.
Value for Money
8.66
Seems reasonable for the quality presented, although there may be concerns about additional charges.
Food and Beverage
9.21
Breakfasts were delicious and served with a smile.
Overall Experience
9.18
A superb place to stay with high-quality service and comfort.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 04:39

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
The Pelham, nestled in South Kensington, offers boutique stylish rooms with a blend of antique and modern furnishings, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Each room is uniquely decorated, ensuring a one-of-a-kind stay for every guest.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in exquisite dining at La Trattoria by Alfredo Russo, a Michelin-starred chef's restaurant within the hotel. Enjoy freshly sourced Italian cuisine paired with organic wines and champagnes. The hotel's wood-panelled drawing room and library are perfect for relaxing with afternoon tea.

Prime Location
Conveniently located near South Kensington Tube Station, The Pelham is a short walk from iconic attractions like the Royal Albert Hall and the Natural History Museum. Explore Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, and Notting Hill, all within easy reach. Experience luxury and convenience at The Pelham - book now for an unforgettable stay.

Important information:

Only Junior Suites and Executive Rooms can accommodate an extra guest by adding a roll-away bed or a sofa bed. This request is subject to availability and and costs GBP 45 per night. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Please note that guests are required to show the credit card used to book the nonrefundable reservation upon check-in. If the credit card owner is not one of the guests, the hotel will require a copy of the credit card owner’s ID and credit card. Different cancellation policy will apply for bookings of 7 nights or more. When booking 8 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

The Hotel reserves the right to verify the validity of credit card requesting a credit card hold (pre-authorisation) to the issues. Failure to provide a valid credit card may result in cancellation of the booking. Hotel may apply a new rate in case of re-bookingGuests 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
Airport code: LHR

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1423 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.71
Service: 9.68
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.17
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 9.21
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Alotaibi • solo_traveller • kw
7
Nice I would return but maybe best they remove the deposit thing
Pros:

I really liked the style of the room, which had a lovely traditional English feel. The bed was very comfortable, and the room itself felt cosy and pleasant.

The location was excellent and very convenient, with everything close by, including coffee shops, the High Street, and restaurants. Housekeeping was also good, and I felt safe and secure throughout my stay.

Overall, the location was definitely one of the best things about the hotel.

Cons:

My room was located between the ground floor and the first floor, so there was no lift access and I had to use the stairs. I had quite a few bags, so I asked the staff for help, and they were very kind and helpful.

The main issue I had was with the deposit. It was taken approximately three weeks ago and has still not been released, although this may be related to the bank. I also noticed that a service charge had been deducted from the deposit.

The receptionist showed me the receipt, but at first I was not sure what the service charge was for. When I asked, she explained that it was similar to a tip for the staff. I am always happy to leave a tip when I choose to, but I did not like that the charge had already been added before I was asked. I would have preferred to be asked first whether I wanted to leave a tip before the receipt was printed and the service charge was included.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Ricardo • couple • pt
3
A hotel pretending to be a 5 star but really a 3 star hotel cutting costs everywhere.
Pros:

Didn’t like much about the hotel, and can’t mention the location because a city hotel is always chosen based on the location you want to be, and a good location for me can be a bad location for a person wanting to be at the opposite end of the city.

Cons:

Bad smell in the hotel, no facilities expected in a 5 * hotel such as gym or others; the breakfast was quite poor, served in a tiny room and a very steep staircase, and with very little food options. The fruit was served as a mixed salad in a small jar. If you have allergies to any fruit they tell you to peel your own fruit from a basket with a small choice. Breakfast was paid in advance and included, but if you want to have some porridge it comes as extra cost, as for eggs and other choices.
When we arrived in the room, we had some cookies and some fruit offered by the hotel, which was nice. As we didn’t eat them all in the first night, they were immediately taken away the next day. We had to ask for it to be put back, which the staff did.
In general the staff of the hotel and the breakfast staff were nice, and tried to comply with our requests once they were asked. But we needed to ask, because by default, the hotel tries to pretend they are 5 stars but in fact I would not even give them 4 stars.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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SHOKO • solo_traveller • jp
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Ji Hyoun • couple • kr
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Petra • solo_traveller • ch
7
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Surbhi • solo_traveller • ae
10
Pros:

The location was perfect. The staff was friendly.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Rémy • couple • fr
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Surbhi • solo_traveller • ae
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Beverly • couple • gb
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Yara • solo_traveller • pt
2
Horrível
Pros:

Nada
Cheirava a tinta
Foi horrível fiz o check in entrei no quarto pedi comida . Sai do quarto e fui para outro hotel .
O cheiro era insuportável.

Cons:

Cheirava a tinta, q redito que estavam a pintar
Não consegui ficar no hotel
Paguei e nem consegui passar a noite .
Tive que sair de seguida para outro hotel

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
C
caroline • couple • gb
7
ok
Pros:

communal rooms for relaxing

Cons:

The room was not as we hoped as we were on the top floor with smaller windows with sloping ceilings and always needed the lift

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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rachel • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Amer • solo_traveller • ca
9
Forgot an item quickly sent me an email , so managed to retrieve it after being safely kept .
Pros:

Location and very friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing to be mentioned

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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SHOKO • solo_traveller • jp
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Avigail • solo_traveller • il
8
Pros:

מיקום טוב ומלון ממש קרוב לתחבורה ציבורית ומסעדות ובתי קפה ומוזיאונים.

Cons:

החדר לא הכי נוח, מרגיש צפוף , מסורבל

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
E
Enrica • family_with_children • it
9
Grazie di tutto siamo stati benissimk
Pros:

Fantastico

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Mikael Ekdahl • solo_traveller • se
10
Pros:

Suveränt som alltid. Litet, charmigt hotell

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Tomomi • family_with_children • jp
10
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Dustin • family_with_children • us
10
Incredible location in the heart of London with an amazing staff.
Pros:

Wonderful staff

Cons:

Bed needs to be replaced

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
J
Jayden • couple • gb
9
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee