The Best Small Luxury
Hotels near South Kensington

Great value. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Set in the heart of South Kensington, just by South Kensington Tube Station, The Pelham is a luxury townhouse hotel offering boutique stylish accommodation with a restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre. There is free WiFi available throughout. Each room is individually decorated and comes with a mix of antique and modern furniture, air-conditioning and a flat-screen TV. They also have a bathroom with hairdryer, free toiletries, bathrobe, slippers and bathtub. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at La Trattoria by Alfredo Russo, Michelin starred chef. The Italian cuisine features freshly sourced produce and a selection of organic wines and champagnes. The hotel also boasts a wood panelled drawing room and library where guests can enjoy afternoon tea. Local attractions include the Royal Albert Hall, the Natural History Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum, within 10 minutes’ walking distance. Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens are less than one mile away and Notting Hill is 2.2 miles away. Show full description

Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. With its own Mediterranean restaurant and just a minute’s walk from South Kensington Underground Station, The Ampersand is a cosmopolitan hotel set in a large Victorian building. The hotel also has a gym and games room. The pillared foyer has a grand staircase lit by an elegant cascading chandelier. The downstairs bar area gives a sophisticated urban feel with its exposed brick arches, and a Science Afternoon Tea menu is available in the hotel’s drawing rooms. Bedrooms at The Ampersand are individually decorated with bold contemporary wallpaper designs and original Victorian features. Each room has a minibar, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and an en suite bathroom. As well as the hotel’s well-equipped gym, guests will have access to information regarding horse riding, private trainers and running routes. Within 2 minutes’ walk of the Natural History Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum, Harrods and Hyde Park are just 15 minutes away by foot. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Featuring ultra-chic interiors and a private garden, Number Sixteen offers glamorous accommodation in cosmopolitan South Kensington. The Victorian property provides 24-hour room service, minibars and iPod docking stations in the rooms. Each individually styled room reflects the contemporary design of the hotel, with luxurious fabrics and furnishings and hints of bold colour. Some rooms have French windows leading to a small balcony. Afternoon tea is served all day at the hotel, and can be taken in the garden, conservatory, drawing room or library. All rooms at Number Sixteen are air-conditioned and feature flat-screen satellite TV. Guests have a number of public rooms within the hotel in which to relax after a day outside in bustling London. South Kensington Underground Station is a 3-minute walk away, and is surrounded by bars, shops and restaurants. Located on the Picadilly, Circle and District lines, the hotel has easy Underground links to many parts of the city. Show full description

Charming. Historic. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. The luxury boutique Exhibitionist Hotel is set opposite the Natural History Museum, in the heart of South Kensington. Close by are the V&A Museum, the Science Museum, The Albert Hall, and the upmarket shopping of Knightsbridge, Sloane Street, Harvey Nichols and Harrods. The property is set in beautifully restored, 18th-century townhouses which combine original design and contemporary finishes including bespoke furnishings. The hotel features 8 galleries with frequently changing pieces of work displayed. All rooms have a walk-in shower as well as a bath tub and Anyah toiletries. The Spa Suite features its own private indoor hot tub, while the penthouse has a terrace with an outside TV. Staff are happy to help with your stay in London. A few minutes' walk will lead you to the area's famous museums, or South Kensington Underground Station. There are plenty of shops, restaurant and bars that you can reach on foot. Hyde Park is a 15-minute walk away. Our breakfast is Continental Breakfast. We serve both hot and cold continental items .  Show full description

Superb breakfast. In exclusive Knightsbridge, this 4-star hotel has free Wi-Fi and elegant Edwardian architecture. The Rembrandt is opposite the V&A Museum and tube stations are nearby. All of the stylish rooms have a flat-screen interactive TV and a bed. Some of the rooms have a luxurious spa bath. Enjoy fine dining in the sophisticated Palette restaurant or relax with a drink in the glamorous 1606 lounge bar. .  Show full description

Unique. Lovely property. Great views. Popular among couples. This 5-star luxury hotel is in London's Knightsbridge, looking out over quiet gardens. It offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms with luxury bedding, minibars, flat-screen TVs and Bluetooth speakers. Egerton House is less than a 3-minute walk from Harrods and Harvey Nichols department stores and the Kensington museums are within a 5-minute walk. There are luxury bathrobes, Floris toiletries, mineral water and fresh fruit and flowers. Traditional English afternoon teas are available and the quiet bar serves light snacks and cocktails. The hotel offers a butler service and a large menu from 07:00 to 22:00. Knightsbridge and South Kensington Tube stations are 750 metres away. Rooms have hand-stitched mattresses, antique furniture, original artworks and marble bathrooms. Guests can eat in their room or in the bar/lounge area. Show full description

Beautiful. Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Set in the heart of Kensington in central London, just steps from the Victoria and Albert Museum, The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione offers elegant accommodation with free WiFi access and a Hammam floor. Guests can dine in The Franklin Restaurant by Michelin starred chef Alfredo Russo or enjoy a drink in the bar. Reopened in 2016 after an extensive refurbishment, the hotel features elegant rooms and suites designed to incorporate classic elements and Italian details. The luxury bathrooms come with bathrobes and toiletries. Further facilities include a 24-hour front desk, concierge services, a techno gym and a spa. The famous Harrods Department Store can be reached in a 7-minute walk, while the Natural History Museum is less than 10 minutes away. Each room at The Franklin is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV, a seating area, a signature bed with premium linens and a pillow menu. The Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park are 1 km from The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione. The nearest underground station is South Kensington, just 600 metres away. London Heathrow is approximately 45 minutes away by car, depending on traffic, and airport transfers can be arranged at an extra fee. Show full description

Delightful property. Romantic. Nice interior design. Boasting sumptuously decorated rooms, butler service, and gourmet cuisine across 5 stylish lounges, this boutique Victorian townhouse nestles in elegant Kensington. Just 10 minutes’ walk from the famous museums of Exhibition Road, Adria is only 15 minutes on foot from Hyde Park. Stunning, opulent design and sleek, marble bathrooms with underfloor heating and walk-in waterfall showers feature in each luxury room at Adria. You can relax amongst elegant furnishings with your own espresso machine, an iPod dock, and a HD iMedia hub. Breakfasts are served amidst a relaxed atmosphere in the morning room, including a selection of pastries, eggs cooked to order, yoghurts and fresh fruit. If your favourite dish is not on the menu, the chefs can make it for you. With a retractable roof, the open-air Garden room can be used for afternoon tea or coffee after dinner. Healthy juices are served at Adria, along with classic teas and coffees, and non-alcoholic cocktails. South Kensington and Gloucester Road tube stations are located just 5 minutes’ walk from the townhouse, and Harrods is less than 20 minutes away on foot. The Natural History Museum is a 10-minute walk away, and Heathrow Airport is a 30-minute drive. Guest will be charged a discretional 5% accommodation service charge after the stay. Show full description

Highly elegant. Popular among women. The luxurious Kensington Hotel is situated in the heart of South Kensington and within a 20-minute stroll of Harrods, Harvey Nichols and The Royal Albert Hall. The Natural History Museum and The V&A are just 5 minutes on foot. A state-of-the-art fitness room is provided for exclusive use of the hotel’s guests. Free WiFi, luxury bed linen and a large flat-screen TV are included in each room at The Kensington Hotel, as well as an en suite bathroom. The Town House Bar & Restaurant has a magnificent lounge area with period drawing rooms. Its setting offers a blend of traditional and contemporary features, and is an ideal location for for afternoon tea, lunch or evening dinners. South Kensington tube station is only 450 metres away and offers direct access to the heart of the West End & Heathrow Airport. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Cosy rooms. With a 24-hour front desk, this 5-star hotel is located in a quiet street in the heart of London. It offers valet and concierge services, and spacious bedrooms with Rik Rak by Kit Kemp bath products. The Knightsbridge Hotel offers 24-hour room service served in the guest rooms or in the ground floor library and drawing room, including afternoon tea. There are many bars and restaurants a 5-minute walk away. Individually and tastefully decorated, each room has a luxurious bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. There is also a flat-screen TV with DVD player, and an iPod docking station. Hyde Park, Harrods and the international designer stores of Sloane Street and Brompton Cross are a minute's walk away. The Knightsbridge offers a car pick up service at a charge. The Royal Albert Hall, the National History Museum, the Science Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum are within 1 mile of the property. Show full description

Historic. Cosy rooms. Great value. 54 Queen’s Gate is set in the heart of South Kensington in London, just a 7-minute walk from the borders of Hyde Park. A Grade-II Edwardian townhouse featuring 24 bedrooms, a vibrant bar and private terrace, the property has benefited from a substantial refurbishment in 2018. Guest rooms have been inspired by a range of famous Londoners. The hotel’s dining options have been expanded significantly. Hyde Park, Kensington Palace, The Natural History and the V&A Museums are all just a short walk away. The property is located alongside an array of cafes, bars and restaurants, as well as designer shopping in Knightsbridge and the world-famous Harrods. South Kensington Tube Station is just 700 metres away. Show full description

Sydney House Chelsea is a Grade II listed Georgian building, situated between Fulham Road and King's Road. A 3-minute walk from South Kensington Underground Station, it offers an AA-awarded breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Each bright room features a flat-screen TV. Each also has a stylish bathroom, with either a bath tub or a shower. L'Occitane toiletries are provided. A 24-hour room service menu is available. Local attractions include Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, which can be reached in around 20 minutes’ walk. Harrods and Harvey Nichols can also be reached in 20 minutes on foot. Show full description

Well-placed in exclusive South Kensington, this luxury hotel is a short walk from London’s Natural History, Science and Victoria and Albert Museums and the Royal Albert Hall. 100 Queen's Gate Hotel London Kensington, Curio Collection by Hilton has a restaurant and cocktail bar. With a Regency-style exterior, the hotel’s rooms all boast a modern décor with classic touches. Each features free tea and coffee, with some rooms having a Nespresso machine. They also all include a private bathroom, a 49-inch flat-screen Smart TV with Chromecast and free WiFi access. Guests can enjoy a traditional Afternoon Tea with a selection of teas from Newby in an elegant atrium flooded with natural light. Our signature restaurant Cento proudly showcases the very best of traditional Italian cuisine. Sit back and relax in beautifully appointed dining room, taking inspiration from the olive groves of Italy, whilst dining on classics including Chicken Milanese, Lobster Ravioli and our Pinsa Romana. There is also a 24-hour gymnasium. A large number of restaurants and bars are in the immediate area, and Hyde Park is just 0.7 miles away. There are 2 Tube stations within 5 minutes’ walk, providing access to London’s major attractions. Show full description

Historic. Great value. This elegant 19th-century town house is about 500 metres from Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park. It features a small gym, spacious bedrooms, and a bar with patio for snacks and tapas. The stylish bedrooms at The Queens Gate Hotel are recently refurbished and have air conditioning, large windows, and a mini-bar. Each has a chic design, with a wooden floor and LCD TV. Set on a pleasant London street, The Queens Gate Hotel is about 8 minutes' walk from Gloucester Road Tube Station. The Natural History Museum is about 350 metres away, and the V&A Museum is an extra few minutes' walk down Cromwell Road. Harrods department store and the designer shops at Knightsbridge are 15 - 20 minutes' walk away. Show full description

Charming. Very stylish. In exclusive Knightsbridge, this 5-star boutique hotel once played host to Oscar Wilde. Guests can dine or have a light lunch in the elegant and comfortable bar and drawing room and enjoy luxurious rooms with iPod docks. Originally built in 1887, the beautiful rooms at Cadogan Hotel now feature LCD TVs with satellite channels, a DVD player, and free Wi-Fi. Each spacious room offers a private bathroom with luxury toiletries. Cadogan provides a chic bar and an elegant lounge where guests can choose from the extensive bar and lounge menu featuring Great British classics. Guests can also exercise in the hotel’s own fitness studio. The hotel exits onto Sloane Street, which is full of designer shops. Harvey Nichols and Harrods are just a 5-minute walk away. Knightsbridge Underground Station is 5 minutes’ walk away, while Hyde Park is a 10-minute walk. Show full description

Great location. In the heart of fashionable Kensington, this refurbished, 4-star boutique hotel offers Victorian elegance with modern comforts. Gloucester Road Tube Station and London’s museums are just a few minutes’ walk away. Kensington Palace, Hyde Park and Knightsbridge are all just 0.5 miles’ walking distance from Meliá London Kensington Member of Meliá Collection. London tour buses also depart from the hotel's entrance to all of the major attractions. Beautifully appointed, air-conditioned rooms have satellite TV and luxurious, exclusive Dream Beds,custom-designed for the hotel. And all room types have clothes steamer and Chromecast. Guests at the Meliá London Kensington Member of Meliá Collection can reach Westminster and the South Bank with just a 10-minute tube ride from Gloucester Road Station. The Hispania Kensington restaurant serves an array of authentic plates crafted with the very best Spanish produce, as well as a selection of sophisticated cocktails and a curated wine list. Show full description

Historic property. Charming. Popular among couples. Established in 1892, The Gore London - Starhotels Collezione is a charming boutique hotel located in the heart of South Kensington, offering 50 lavishly-appointed bedrooms packed with history. Free WiFi is available. All the rooms at The Gore are individually furnished with hand-picked pieces, period pictures and ornate feature beds, as well as offering Wi-Fi access and flat-screen TVs. Bed linen, dressing gowns and towels come from Italian luxury linens specialist Frette. Many of the rooms are marked by vivid colours, ornate gilded mirrors, oak-carved four-poster beds, and other individual pieces of antique furniture. The Gore's on-site restaurant delivers classic British cuisine. The Bar 190 is best known as the location for the launch and photoshoot for The Rolling Stones’ 1968 album Beggars Banquet and offers an extensive range of spirits, with notably large collections of whiskies and rums. Just a short walk from Kensington Palace, Hyde Park, the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, Harrods and the chic designer boutiques of Knightsbridge. The shopping, theatres, sightseeing and nightlife of the West End are just 10 minutes away by bus or Tube. Show full description

The Bailey’s Hotel London Kensington is an elegant 19th-century Grade II listed building centrally located in heart of Kensington with in a 10-minute walk to Hyde Park, Royal Albert Hall and iconic London museums including the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum. London Heathrow Airport is only 45 minutes directly connected via the London Underground Gloucester Road Tube Station which is two minutes walking distance. The Bailey’s Hotel London retains many of its original Victorian features, from the magnificent grand staircase to the stained-glass windows. Spacious and welcoming, the rooms offer flat-screen TVs and an individual private bathroom with free toiletries and slippers. Complimentary bottled water, coffee, tea and biscuits are provided in the rooms and replenished daily. After a busy day, unwind in the fitness room, or in Delicious and authentic Asian cuisine at Bugis Singapore Restaurant. The restaurant serves a taste of Singaporean, Chinese and Malaysian Cuisines. The property is conveniently located between the Kensington High Street, Knightsbridge and South Kensington shopping areas. The famous Harrods Department Store can be reached in a 15-minute walk or directly by tube and the London Eye. Show full description

The 5-star Bentley Hotel is situated in Kensington & Chelsea, close to exclusive shops on Kings Road and a mile from Harrods. It offers an on-site gym and an elegant cocktail lounge. Each beautifully furnished room has a marble-lined bathroom with a walk-in shower and a spa bath. Guests can also enjoy a flat-screen TV, a minibar, and facilities for making tea and coffee. Le Kalon Spa is home to an authentic Turkish bath. The award-winning Peridot Restaurant hosts afternoon teas and ‘grazing menus’, as well as breakfast, lunch and dinner, in a bright setting with view of the gardens. The Bentley Hotel is 15 minutes’ walk from The Royal Albert Hall, London's famous museums, and the designer stores of Knightsbridge. Gloucester Road Tube Station is 250 metres away. Show full description

Comfortable beds. Good breakfast. Popular among couples. The stylish Ashburn Hotel has boutique bedrooms with free Wi-Fi and turndown gifts. The hotel is situated on the famous Cromwell Road, just 500 metres from the Natural History Museum. The sumptuous rooms are elegantly decorated, and each has a luxury bathroom with fluffy robes and free toiletries. Rooms also feature a flat-screen TV , and all have air conditioning. Ashburn also offers a wide range of apartments featuring elegant furniture, a fully fitted kitchen, a seating area, and a private bathroom. The Ashburn Hotel is a 10-minute walk from the glamorous shops of Knightsbridge. The leafy Hyde Park is half a mile away, and Gloucester Road Underground Station is just 300 metres away. Show full description