The Kensington Hideaway

Property class: 4

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Close to Kensington High Street and Kensington Palace, The Kensington Hideaway provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
The current price is £136
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a colorful pillow, a framed collage of images on the wall, a red rotary phone on a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

Cosy Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 110 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Grand Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Classic Double Accessible

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Located in London City Centre, a neighbourhood in London, The Kensington Hideaway is in the entertainment district. Royal Albert Hall and Marble Arch are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stamford Bridge Stadium, or consider Excel London for a night out.
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225 Kensington High Street, London, London, England, W8 6SA

What's nearby

  • A busy street with a prominent High Street Kensington Station sign, a glass-fronted store, and a sushi restaurant.
    Kensington High Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A serene pond with red maple leaves, surrounded by rocks and greenery.
    Holland Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A modern interior with a large 'USER' sign, multiple levels, and a 'BEAZLEY DESIGNS OF THE YEAR' display.
    Design Museum
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historic building with two prominent towers and intricate architectural details.
    Cromwell Road
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A statue of a woman holding a torch, with a golden roof and intricate architectural details in the background.
    Kensington Gardens
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • High Street Kensington Station
    4 min walk
  • Kensington (Olympia) Station
    14 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • The Design Museum Kitchen
    3 min walk
  • Pret a Manger
    9 min walk
  • Megan's on the High Street Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • GAIL's Bakery
    2 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hideaway

  • Upscale hotel remodelled in 2025 and located near Kensington High Street
  • Close to Kensington Palace and Olympia Events, The Kensington Hideaway provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • Room features
  • All 59 rooms feature comforts, such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Heated floors, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 44 per day)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • Renovated entire property - November 2025
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
10 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 44 per day (328 ft away)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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

This property does not have any lifts

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kensington Hideaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kensington Hideaway?

As of 16 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hideaway on 1 Nov 2026 start from £136, 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.

How much is parking at The Kensington Hideaway?

The Kensington Hideaway doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Kensington Hideaway?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Kensington Hideaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Kensington Hideaway located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street, Kensington Gardens and Olympia Events. Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). High Street Kensington Station is only a 4-minute walk and Earl's Court Station is 12 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

The Kensington Hideaway Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 256 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Overall a good place to stay for convenience. Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind and helpful staff and a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, stayed here just one night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice small hotel, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gem! Lovely staff, fab decor and great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. The property clean and well appointed. The rooms are small, but well laid out. The location of the property is fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best feature of this property is the staff. They were helpful and courteous.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and staff!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are small making it difficult to unpack … beds are comfortable, hotel is clean and well maintained, staff friendly enough and good location…. close to the train.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very professional and courteous
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The location was awesome. There wasn’t a Bar at this property. They did have a nice breakfast for you to purchase.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable new hotel, boutique vibes. The rooms are so cute and the staff was friendly. Perfect location as well!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful!! The staff are incredible! Location was perfect!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and modern hotel with excellent location!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very classy and comfortable hotel with excellent customer service provided by all members of staff. Our room was very relaxing, well designed with superb amenities. Breakfast was very good with sufficient choice of hot and cold food. Only negative was the very high price of drinks at the hotel bar!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Boutique , very convenient location, staff cannot do more for you. Highly recommended and definitely stay there again ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice new offering in Kensington. Very conveniently located. Super friendly staff. Room was very small.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was very welcoming and friendly. Hotel is chic, clean and about 2 blocks to the Kensington High Street tube station. Lots of shopping, restaurants and bars in the neighborhood. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend this accommodation to anyone that like to stay in Kensington. Clean, modern, very nice staff, all of them. Splendid breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel which is in a great location, staff were all very friendly and extremely helpful. Bar closes quite early and it’s a bit pricey compared to other places but it’s very nice. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well-located, well-cared for property. Amenities are in good shape. Located a short walk from the Design Museum. Transportation options abound right out the front door
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Beautiful decor. Staff very friendly, helpful. Can wait to return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely flawless. Great staff, beautiful rooms, perfect location. 100% recommend and will absolutely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and very reasonable price when I booked. Very clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026