Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Cycling
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room quality problems
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.9
Several reviews noted cleanliness issues such as dirty linens and small bathrooms.
Service
8.9
Staff consistently described as friendly and helpful, with several positive mentions of service.
Location
9.4
Multiple reviews praised the excellent location near metro and attractions.
Room Quality
6.4
Issues reported with room size and amenities such as thin walls and lack of hot water.
Amenities
7.4
Some amenities seemed to meet expectations, but others lacked quality and variety.
Value for Money
7.4
Value perceived as low due to several complaints about room conditions and service aspects.
Food and Beverage
7.9
Breakfast generally rated positively, though some found it insufficient in variety.
Overall Experience
8.9
Despite some drawbacks, many guests enjoyed their stay and mentioned a cozy atmosphere.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 10:19

Property Description

Charming Budget Stay in South Kensington

Convenient Location: St Simeon is ideally situated within walking distance of central London's museums and close to Earl's Court and Gloucester Road Tube Stations.

Cozy Accommodations: Each budget room at St Simeon features period-style decor, a flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy the convenience of en-suite bath or shower rooms.

Communal Spaces: The hotel offers a communal kitchen, dining area, and TV room for guests to relax and socialize. With various dining options nearby, guests can explore the vibrant culinary scene of South Kensington.

Ready to experience the charm of St Simeon in South Kensington? Book your stay now and immerse yourself in the cultural heart of London.

Important information:

If booking 4 rooms or more, different cancellation policies and payment conditions will apply.

Please note that Family Rooms with mezzanine floors are subject to availability.

Late check-in is possible by prior arrangement and must be confirmed with the property.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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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

7.9
Based on 2496 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.9
Service: 8.9
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 6.4
Amenities: 7.4
Value for Money: 7.4
Food and Beverage: 7.9
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Melanie Bardewyck • solo_traveller • de
9
Lage und Personal ist alles!!!
Pros:

Sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal!!! Zimmerupgrade wurde problemlos ermöglicht!!!!

Cons:

Wasserdruck im 3. Stock fast nicht vorhanden!

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • za
9
Pros:

Staff were helpful and knowledgeable. Assisted us so generously.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • extended_group • za
9
Pros:

Excellent staff. Central location.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Beretta • family_with_children • it
7
Posizione OK, Hotel direi buono, non di più
Pros:

Posizione ottima - pulizia ok (anche se c'erano delle macchie su una coperta) ma avrebbe bisogno di un refresh, soprattutto il bagno

Cons:

Il bagno ha bisogno di un refresh, magari mettendo un box doccia e non la tenda, un lavandino un po' più grande, un bicchiere per gli spazzolini e degli appendini per i teli doccia...ci stanno eccome

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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jocelyne • solo_traveller • mq
8
Pros:

L'emplacement
Le personnel

Cons:

Le lit beaucoup trop mou
L'eau non potable dans les chambres

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Janis • couple • gb
8
Our stay was most comfortable at St Simeon.
Pros:

We were upgraded to a larger room which was nice. Breakfast had lots of choice though there wasn’t any yoghurt, staff serving the breakfast nothing wasn’t a problem.

Cons:

Always looking for a bargain, staying in London is so expensive and I would probably stay more if prices were cheaper, I understand everything in London is more expensive though.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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margherita • family_with_children • it
9
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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phillippa farrant • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Friendly staff, comfortable bed.

Cons:

No tea and coffee facilities in room. No radio channels

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Stanza carina e giusta per chi sta fuori tutto il giorno. Silenziosa e letto comodo. Staff gentilissimo e sempre disponibile. Ci hanno risolto un problema con il wifi. Colazione super! E il fatto di poter scegliere la colazione inglese una marcia in più. Apprezzatissima la disponibilità a tenere i bagagli in arrivo e in partenza!

Cons:

La stanza tanto calda. Nonostante il piccolo ventilatore.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Anastasios • family_with_children • gr
10
It will be the first place I will look for if it’s available for my next trip to London.
Pros:

Nice clean comfortable hotel for family. Very polite and well selected staff. It has its family tradition. Very convenient place to visit London sightseeings.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Mareike • couple • dk
6
Godt beliggenhed og et sted med meget karakter. Rigtig sød og hjælpsom personale. Men huset er lidt gammelt, man kunne f
Pros:

Beliggenheden, at det var et meget personligt sted, fint gammelt hus, virkelig sød personale, størrelsen af værelset, meget nyt renoveret badeværelse med fantastisk brusebad

Cons:

Man kunne ikke drikke vandet på værelserne (kun fra køkkenet), der manglede en skraldespand på værelset, sengetøjet lugtede lidt hengemt, der var ikke sengetøj på dynerne (det var nogle vattæpper uden sengetøj, hvor der kun lå et tynd lagen nedenunder)

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Hrolfsdottir • solo_traveller • is
8
Pros:

Everything but the breakfast

Cons:

Breakfast. Only english breakfast and not bread,Cheese or other

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Jose Daniel • family_with_children • es
7
Persoal, ubicación e silencio.
Pros:

Localización, silencio nocturno e persoal moi amable.

Cons:

Habitacións e baño pequenos sen aire acondiconado.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Virginie • family_with_children • fr
10
Bon hôtel, bien situé et personnel très gentil
Pros:

Merci ! le personnel est très gentil, la chambre était spacieuse avec salle de bain privative et le petit déjeuner très bon !

Cons:

Rien

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Carolina Andrea • couple • cl
9
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Emily • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
10
An excellent base to explore London!
Pros:

An excellent base to explore London on foot or by tube. It is in a quiet location very close to Gloucester Road tube station and easy walking distance to Hyde Park, museums and the Albert Hall.
The staff were very welcoming, friendly and helpful.
There are shops, pubs and restaurants 5 minutes walk away.
We stayed 4 nights in a very comfortable, recently renovated room on the 4th floor. It had a lovely shower. It was rear facing and quiet. It even had a small fridge. The lift was useful.
The included English breakfast, coffee, cakes, fruit juice and fresh fruit were a great way to set up for the day.
We hope to return.

Cons:

All good!

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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pablo • family_with_children • es
10
Estancia perfecta
Pros:

Ubicación e instalaciones

Cons:

Nada

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Chalmers • couple • es
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee