K Hotel Kensington

Hotels
7.8 (9530 reviews)
Courtfield Gardens, 131 - 137 Cromwell Rd , London , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location near Gloucester Road / transport
Staff consistently described as helpful and friendly
Many mentions of cleanliness and recently renovated bathrooms
Good base for exploring London; affordable for location
Cons:
Rooms are often small, basic and sometimes lack natural light
No in-room fridge; no laundry facilities/service
Occasional poor cleaning reports (carpet/hair issues) and maintenance (elevator)
Some policy/service annoyances (toiletries request, luggage policy) and occasional noisy traffic

Categories

Cleanliness
7.6
Generally praised as very clean in many reviews ("Extremely clean", "muy limpio"), but some reports of poor cleaning and carpet/hair issues reduce the score.
Service
8.8
Staff repeatedly described as helpful, friendly and welcoming across multiple reviews (positive mentions in English, French, Arabic, Dutch), though a few service policy issues were noted (luggage policy, daily toiletries on request).
Location
9.2
Consistently highlighted as excellent — close to Gloucester Road tube, parks and transport links; many reviewers cite the location as a main positive.
Room Quality
6.6
Frequent complaints about small/basic rooms, limited natural light or windows facing a wall, small/uncomfortable beds and occasional AC problems; some rooms described as recently renovated and bathroom clean.
Amenities
7
Mixed: breakfast available and some positive notes, but lacking in-room fridge, no laundry facilities/service, small elevators and occasional maintenance issues; toiletries sometimes not provided unless requested.
Value for Money
7.6
Several guests call it good or very affordable value for a central location, though at least one guest felt it was low value for the price.
Food and Beverage
7
Breakfast is described positively by some, but overall food is basic for others and occasional supply issues (e.g., milk availability) were reported.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall positive experience for a no-frills, centrally located hotel with helpful staff and clean rooms; downsides (small rooms, some service/amenity limits) temper the score.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 19:19

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
The K Hotel Kensington, located in the upscale Kensington district, offers stylish and colorful rooms furnished with elegant Italian furniture. Each room features luxurious quilted beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, private bathrooms with power showers, and designer decor. Some rooms even showcase modern art and designer furniture, ensuring a unique and comfortable stay for guests.

Convenient Location
Situated just a short walk from The Natural History Museum and Hyde Park, the hotel's prime location provides easy access to London's popular attractions. With Gloucester Road Underground Station nearby, guests can explore the city with convenience. The Science Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, as well as Harrods and Knightsbridge shops, are all within walking distance from the hotel.

Exceptional Services
At K Hotel Kensington, guests can enjoy housekeeping services included in the room rates, ensuring a hassle-free and relaxing stay. The hotel's attention to detail and commitment to providing a comfortable experience make it an ideal choice for travelers seeking a blend of luxury and convenience.

Experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience at K Hotel Kensington. Book your stay now for an unforgettable London getaway.

Important information:

-The hotel cannot guarantee that rooms will be available before 14:00 for check-in. Late check-out will be subject to additional charges.
-Please note that when booking 5 rooms or more , a prepayment is required to guarantee the group .
-The credit card holder should be present at the time of check-in. If a third person is paying then they will need to fill a Third Party Credit Card form prior to their arrival. Check-in may not be possible if this is not done and no refunds will be issued.
-All guests must be over the age of 18 to check-in. For all under 18, they should be accompanied either by a guardian or parent.
-The hotel can not reserve specific room numbers in advance or guarantee that rooms will be allocated on a specific floor.
-A security deposit of at least GBP 50 is required upon arrival for incidentals. This deposit is fully refundable upon check-out and subject to a damage inspection of the accommodations. This cannot be paid with cash.
-The property keep lost property for 2 weeks. After this time the items are disposed of.
-Guests found to have smoked in the property will face a penalty of up to GBP 500Please 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 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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
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
Airport code: LHR

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 9530 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.6
Service: 8.8
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 6.6
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 7.6
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 8.6
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christophe • solo_traveller • be
9
Pros:

L'emplacement

Cons:

Le fait de ne pas avoir de vue et d'être au sous-sol

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Vijay • couple • gb
10
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Mohamed • couple • eg
3
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Marie • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Excellent location and comfortable beds

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Gianmarco C. • solo_traveller • it
7
Pros:

Hotel in posizione strategica data la vicinanza della metro stazione Gloucester Road dove passano tre linee. Silenzio di notte e staff cordiale.

Cons:

Assenza di scopettino del wc

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • ch
5
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Aziz • extended_group • sa
3
Pros:

It is below standard hotel, nothing I liked it.

Cons:

No refrigerator in the room.
Cleaning the room and bath was very bad
Room sizes are small
Elevator was under maintenance for 5 days of my stay so all people were using one elevator or go through the stairs
You have to request body& shampoo every day otherwise they will not put
Low value compared to the money paid

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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ELISIO • solo_traveller • pt
7
Pros:

Boa localização e limpeza

Cons:

Elevador pequeno

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Marisol • family_with_children • es
8
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Leonie • solo_traveller • au
4
Cons:

Unbelievably loud traffic noise

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Angela • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • family_with_children • ao
7
Boa localização.
Pros:

Localização e tamanho do quarto.

Cons:

Limpeza não era das melhores. Os meus filhos andaram de meias no chão e as meias ficaram cheias de cabelos.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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AHMED • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

La disponibilité du personnel et son accueil

Cons:

Rien de particulier

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Shorouq • couple • jo
7
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paola • couple • it
8
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Vlatka Bilić • solo_traveller • hr
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Lotte • couple • be
10
Het was een heel aangename verblijfplaats met een uitstekende locatie en zeer vriendelijk personeel. Wij zouden zeker te
Pros:

Een zeer goede locatie met zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel!

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Willem • family_with_children • nl
8
Mooie familiekamer
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Brendha Gabrielle • couple • gb
10
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