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A view of the Tower Bridge and the Shard from a window.

1. The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
4.0 star property
2 mi from Kennington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (10,977 reviews)
"Great stay. Great location, friendly staff, clean accommodations."
United States
Elizabeth D
The price is £139
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
A street view with a building labeled "STRAND PALACE".

2. Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
City of Westminster, 1.6 mi from Kennington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (5,839 reviews)
"great location!!!"
United States
Susie
The price is £154
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Strand Palace Hotel
A view of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben from a room with a reflective surface.

3. Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
4.0 star property
Waterloo, 0.9 mi from Kennington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,476 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, clean facilities and plenty for the breakfast"
United Kingdom
Craig
The price is £200
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
A modern reception area with a wooden slatted wall, a reception desk, and a seating area with a cushioned bench and ottoman.

4. Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
3.0 star property
West End, 1.8 mi from Kennington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (6,030 reviews)
"Great hotel loved it, really comfortable great staff"
United Kingdom
Kiara
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
A corner room with two armchairs, a small round table, and a city view through large windows.

5. Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster

Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster
4.0 star property
0.8 mi from Kennington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,265 reviews)
"The breakfast was great, the hotel was very clean and enjoyable to be in."
Canada
Farron
The price is £151
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster
A breakfast table with croissants, a bottle of champagne, and a city view through a large window.

6. Hotel Riu Plaza London Victoria

Hotel Riu Plaza London Victoria
4.0 star property
1.5 mi from Kennington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,115 reviews)
"Great location and great value for the price"
Canada
Domenic
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Riu Plaza London Victoria
A room with a large window overlooking a river with bridges and historic buildings, including a prominent clock tower.

7. Park Plaza London Riverbank

Park Plaza London Riverbank
4.0 star property
Kennington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,739 reviews)
"Convenient location and a clean, comfortable room."
United Kingdom
Jack
The price is £165
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Park Plaza London Riverbank
A building facade with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a decorative archway.

8. Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)
2.0 star property
Soho, 2.1 mi from Kennington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (893 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff, and great location"
United States
Elyssa
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, multiple light fixtures, and a tiled floor.

9. Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel
3.0 star property
Bloomsbury, 2.6 mi from Kennington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,122 reviews)
"A great location and well priced for the location."
United Kingdom
Leena
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Royal National Hotel
A grand lobby with a central floral arrangement, high ceilings, and ornate columns.

10. The Clermont London, Victoria

The Clermont London, Victoria
4.0 star property
1.6 mi from Kennington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,435 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay that is in a very convenient location."
United States
Alisha
The price is £216
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Clermont London, Victoria
A modern balcony with glass railings overlooking a cityscape, including historic buildings and a river.

11. Park Plaza County Hall London

Park Plaza County Hall London
4.0 star property
Waterloo, 0.9 mi from Kennington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,822 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, lovely room and great breakfast"
United Kingdom
lauren
The price is £195
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Park Plaza County Hall London
A courtyard with a fountain, surrounded by brick buildings with ornate balconies and large windows.

12. St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London

St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London
4.0 star property
Westminster, 1.4 mi from Kennington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,650 reviews)
"Great hotel, great location , excellent breakfast”, very helpful staff, spa facility was lovely"
United States
EVAN
The price is £299
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London
A view of a cityscape with a prominent bridge and buildings, including a dome structure.

13. Sea Containers London

Sea Containers London
5.0 star property
1.4 mi from Kennington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,860 reviews)
"This hotel is not only well located , the staff is amazing and the bars and the breakfast buffet extraordinary!"
United States
Maridolores
The price is £239
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sea Containers London
A grand lobby with a chandelier, a reception desk, and a staircase.

14. The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington

The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington
4.0 star property
3.2 mi from Kennington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,597 reviews)
"We liked the location and the helpful staff"
United Kingdom
Pam
The price is £184
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington
A large, historic building with multiple spires and a waterfront view.

15. The Royal Horseguards, London

The Royal Horseguards, London
4.0 star property
City of Westminster, 1.4 mi from Kennington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,697 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel - great location and fascinating history."
Canada
Melanie
The price is £323
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Royal Horseguards, London
A historic building with a classic facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance.

16. Mitre House Hotel

Mitre House Hotel
3.0 star property
Paddington, 3.3 mi from Kennington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,582 reviews)
"Loved the location, staff was wonderful."
United States
Lawrence
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Mitre House Hotel
A grand, historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

17. The Grand at Trafalgar Square

The Grand at Trafalgar Square
4.0 star property
City of Westminster, 1.5 mi from Kennington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,055 reviews)
"Excellent location and value! Enjoyed out stay, recommended and would stay there again."
United States
Kevin
The price is £188
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Grand at Trafalgar Square
A hotel lobby with a large window, a blue patterned carpet, and purple armchairs.

18. Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
4.0 star property
3.6 mi from Kennington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (3,741 reviews)
"Convenient location and the overall friendly staff of the Hotel"
United States
Charles
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
A grand staircase with a red carpet, a green ottoman, and a white artificial tree.

19. The Clermont London, Charing Cross

The Clermont London, Charing Cross
4.0 star property
City of Westminster, 1.6 mi from Kennington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,031 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel with great staff! We had a lovely stay!"
Netherlands
Elnare
The price is £270
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Clermont London, Charing Cross
A grand interior with a large 'SAVOY' sign, multiple flags, and a statue.

20. The Savoy

The Savoy
5.0 star property
City of Westminster, 1.6 mi from Kennington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Judith
The price is £903
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
The Savoy
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Top Kennington Hotel Reviews

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, great breakfast and nice location for exploration. Excellent Tower Bridge view."
gloria elizabeth 3-night trip
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The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Kennington?
You're likely already making plans to see the historical sites while on holiday in Kennington. During your visit, why not check out the entertainment venues and riverfront? You can also take some time enjoying the gardens in this romantic area.
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Kennington?
In Kennington, there are 288 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights in Kennington?
Favourite places to visit include The Oval, River Thames and Thames Path. Additionally, in the area, you'll find Big Ben and Trafalgar Square.
What is a historic hotel like in Kennington?
A historic hotel gives guests an opportunity to stay in a building recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like castles, palaces, grand homes or even old police stations, pubs, lodges or skyscrapers — any building that's been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Kennington often preserve authentic elements like traditional architecture and period features in their communal spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
The two are similar. "Historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S., whereas "heritage hotel" is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to put more importance on the architecture and actual building. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the place's cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Kennington have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the usual amenities you'd find in a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi and more. When you book a historic hotel in Kennington, it doesn't mean you're picking a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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