The Kensington Hotel
About The Kensington Hotel
The Kensington on Queen’s Gate is a refined South Kensington townhouse hotel that marries Victorian stucco grandeur with contemporary design. Savour the acclaimed Town House restaurant and intimate drawing rooms; bespoke suites and discreet, attentive service for discerning travellers.
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Breakfast
Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go
Hotel Information
Full Address
109-113 Queen's Gate, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 5LR, United Kingdom
Neighborhood
South Kensington
Guest Rating
8.6/10
Hotel Amenities & Features
Wellness
Fitness centre
Premium guest fitness centre / fitness suite with a range of equipment (hotel notes a dedicated fitness centre; third‑party reporting indicates a small basement gym open 24 hours for guests).
Wellness treatments (massage, facial, hydrotherapy, etc.)
Spa treatment services including in-room massages and specialist treatments (deep tissue, aromatherapy, pregnancy massage and reflexology are offered as treatments rather than a dedicated spa facility).
Dining
Fine dining restaurant(s)
Town House – hotel restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, pre‑theatre menus and Sunday roasts in interconnected, light‑filled drawing rooms with a focus on classic British and globally inspired dishes.
Bar / lounge
The K Bar – intimate cocktail bar with classic cocktails, oak panelling and polished brass décor; operated by the hotel's bar team (described on the hotel site as an art‑deco/period cocktail lounge).
Afternoon tea service
The Art of Afternoon Tea served in the hotel's Drawing Room / Town House — an art‑inspired seasonal afternoon tea created by the pastry team.
Private dining room
Private dining and event spaces within Town House (three interconnected drawing rooms with private‑dining/event capability) and additional private rooms available for events and small functions.
Unique Features
Historical building / heritage architecture
The Kensington occupies a row of Regency/Victorian townhouses on Queen's Gate with heritage décor, high ceilings and period features reflecting the building's historic character.
Prime location (landmark adjacent, riverfront, iconic neighbourhood)
Located in South Kensington moments from the Royal Albert Hall, V&A, Natural History Museum, Kensington Gardens and other cultural landmarks — a central cultural neighbourhood location.
Art or curated design collection
Interiors feature curated artworks and design‑led drawing rooms; the hotel markets art‑inspired menus (e.g., art‑inspired afternoon tea) and reviewers describe a gallery‑like feel to the interiors.
Services
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