Travelers discover inspiration in this charming neighborhood where art meets science, with garden cafes providing the perfect start to museum explorations nearby
Princes Gardens, in the city center, offers a peaceful escape near Victoria and Albert Museum and Royal Albert Hall. Visitors can enjoy morning coffee at two cafes, stroll through the garden, or relax at the bar. Free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected during their stay.
London City Centre, a neighbourhood in London, is home to Princes Gardens. Royal Albert Hall and Buckingham Palace are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. Science Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended.
Located close to Victoria and Albert Museum and Natural History Museum, Princes Gardens provides a corner/local shop, 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An indoor pool
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and self-parking (surcharge)
An electric car charging station, access to a nearby indoor pool and multilingual staff
A lift, a water dispenser and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 722 rooms include amenities, such as free WiFi, desk chairs and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
Heating and fans
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
2 coffee shops/cafes
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Indoor pool
Indoor pool (guest access)
Family friendly
Grocery/convenience store
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Shared refrigerator
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift (109 centimetre wide door)
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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2 buildings
7 floors
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Built in 2006
Comprehensive food waste policy
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
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Desk
Desk chair
Fan
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property's pool (surcharge) is open from 7 AM-8 PM on weekdays and from 8 AM-4 PM on weekends.
Children under 16 years old are allowed in the pool from 9-11 AM on Saturday and Sunday and must be accompanied by an adult.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
Self-parking fee: GBP 25 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children under 8 years old are allowed in the pool from 9 to 11 on a Saturday or Sunday and must be accompanied by an adult.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Parking height restrictions apply
Property class
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Frequently asked questions
Does Princes Gardens have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Princes Gardens?
As of 4 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Princes Gardens on 9 Aug 2026 start from £80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Princes Gardens pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Princes Gardens?
Self-parking is available for GBP 25 per day. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Princes Gardens?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Princes Gardens?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Princes Gardens located?
Located in London City Centre, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Science Museum, Kensington Gardens and Royal Albert Hall. Hyde Park and Victoria and Albert Museum are also within 10 minutes. South Kensington Underground Station is only a 2-minute walk and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 13 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Princes Gardens Reviews
7.4
Good
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Great location- having park up the road was a welcome relief
Great facilities everywhere
Lovely staff
Would stay again
Pool and gym across the road extra bonus
The convenience of location, affordability of a safe, comfortable room, and being so close to Hyde Park and other great locations, with a walkable distance to Paddington Station. I would definitely do this again and have a longer stay/ layover in London.
Clean room, tea coffee water, shampoo etc. towels - all the basics were provided except no fridge (hairdryers can be obtained from reception), and no tv but not necessary.
Breakfast has been standing for a while bacon rock hard . Parking excellent. Room clean . Bathroom a little tight and no tv.
Veronica
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Megan Patricia
18 Jul 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Just a heads up, this is a college/dorm that converts itself to a hotel in the summer. I wish I had known that before I booked here. It smells in the hallways and rooms are very very small/basic. Staff was friendly and it was in a good and safe neighborhood.
The staff were amazing! So helpful with directions and using the tube. Even took the time to write down the directions for us. 24 hour front desk.
Very quiet.
Fans were provided in the room
Luggage storage is available.
These are Student Halls rented out as hotel rooms outside of term time, but are a great location close to the Royal Albert Hall.
Rooms are basic but then so is the price.
Room was clean and the reception staff were helpful. I love that they offer to store your luggage in the case you arrive early. To make it known it seems that the building is mainly used as dorms for students and during the summer months converted to a hotel style accommodation. Just to note our room did not have air conditioning just a small desk fan. We we ready for this as most of UK and EU do not use air con. With that being said it fit our needs and was a pleasant stay overall.
As this was summer accommodation for the price it was reasonable. No tv in our room which was a shame. Maybe have some in stock for those that wish to have one. The Eastside bar/ restaurant was closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays which is useless for those on a long weekend city break, there must be enough people around to operate the facility. We had to go across to Pret in the main Imperial building if we wanted a coffee or a snack and then walk to a pub if we wanted a drink. The surrounding area is lovely and Princess Gardens was great to sit in. Easy access to Hyde Park and museums also the Albert Hall. We will definitely go again before term starts in September.
This was a stay of many records. Primarily, it was the shortest recorded stay I've had of any hotel room- 5 minutes. 5 minutes was what took to go up to my room, assess how bad the situation was, and then book another hotel.
This 'hotel' was misleading with it's images and descriptions. I have personally seen better hostels and hole in the walls. The bathroom, in particular, took inspiration from the old asylums and mental institutions with regards to both health and cleanliness. It is comforting in a way to see that there are less clean places than the London Underground.
I can go into further detail but I will simply summarize by saying that as a man in his mid 20's traveling abroad, I do not ask for much and I am quite cost conscious. This 'hotel' caused me to book an entirely new room elsewhere at full cost... and I have no regrets. Other than booking this place, of course
A great place to stay for the money as well as being only minutes walking distance from the major museums as well as The Royal Albert Hall. Spacious rooms and helpful staff. I would be happy to stay there again.