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The Gilbert Hotel Kensington, Sonder Hotel by Marriott Bonvoy™

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Kensington High Street

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Individually furnished, free cots/infant beds
Individually furnished, free cots/infant beds
Sonder The Gilbert in London offers a prime location with helpful staff and thoughtful amenities. Enjoy practical conveniences like luggage storage and concierge services. Rooms feature 40-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming, designer bathroom toiletries, and electric kettles.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is £108
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Individually furnished, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually furnished, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually furnished, free cots/infant beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually furnished, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually furnished, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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44 Harrington Gardens, London, England, SW7 4LT

What's nearby

  • Imperial College London - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Natural History Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kensington High Street - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hyde Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 6 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 12 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Club Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Executive Lounge Marriott - ‬5 min walk
  • The Stanhope Arms
  • ‪Humphrey's Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Masgouf | مسكوف - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Gilbert Hotel Kensington, Sonder Hotel by Marriott Bonvoy™

Hotel with free breakfast, near Kensington High Street
Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and free breakfast are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Gilbert Hotel Kensington, Sonder Hotel by Marriott Bonvoy™ offers 82 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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 welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Sonder The Gilbert Hotel
Sonder The Gilbert London
Sonder The Gilbert Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gilbert Hotel Kensington, Sonder Hotel by Marriott Bonvoy™ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gilbert Hotel Kensington, Sonder Hotel by Marriott Bonvoy™?

As of 28 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gilbert Hotel Kensington, Sonder Hotel by Marriott Bonvoy™ on 31 Aug 2025 start from £107.96, 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 Gilbert Hotel Kensington, Sonder Hotel by Marriott Bonvoy™?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Gilbert Hotel Kensington, Sonder Hotel by Marriott Bonvoy™?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Gilbert Hotel Kensington, Sonder Hotel by Marriott Bonvoy™?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Gilbert Hotel Kensington, Sonder Hotel by Marriott Bonvoy™ located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cromwell Road, Natural History Museum and Imperial College London. Kensington High Street and Hyde Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Gloucester Road Underground Station is 6 minutes by foot and Earl's Court Station is 10 minutes.

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The Gilbert Hotel Kensington, Sonder Hotel by Marriott Bonvoy™ Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 152 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Far too hot in the room, no air con, but the same cost as a hotel with air con. No fridge in the room either. The app has stopped working since the take over from Marriot Bonvoy too?! (maybe a coincidence) Lovely hotel otherwise, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Great location, nice breakfast, friendly staff. Overall would recommend this hotel, if you are looking for a super location in South Kensington close to the museums and shopping this is the place to stay. On the downside, no AC, even in cooler months higher floors are very poorly ventilated, if you can sleep in 25c no problem
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Very clean, good location, check in straightforward and easy, great for a business stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at Sonder. The area is really quiet and safe and super close to public transports and restaurants. The rooms are small but it’s enough for one person.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind staff, and great area to stay in
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great neighbourhood and comfortable

This is a great hotel as it is in a very neighbourhood, close to the underground, within walking distance of the South Kensington museums and some nice places to eat. The staff were all friendly and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable, had coffee and tea facilities, and a decent bathroom. Breakfast was included, although it is fairly simple buffet, but certainly more than enough. I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Louise Lindecrona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent 2-night stay @ the Gilbert. Calm, wellblinded room, good bed. It is 5-7 min walk from Gloucester Rd station and shorter to supermarket and pubs/restaurants. Breakfast was sufficient with fresh bread and freshly squeezed oranges. We will definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient hotel in a quiet pleasant area of Londo

We didn't need any special help so the fact that everything at the hotel seemed to be 'self-service' was fine. The breakfast room is quite noisy with coffee machine, toaster and juice machine all being used constantly. Not enjoyable if you make the mistake of sitting near the buffet. Otherwise, a great breakfast. Love the location. Close to Gloucester Road tube, a direct bus from our arrival at Marylebone Station. My favourite London district for strolling around.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Single room was small but had everything needed. No air con which I knew about when booking but the room was very hot even through was not a particularly hot March day. Might be very warm in summer. Window only opened a small way.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just the job.

Very clean and practical with helpful service. Very good location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Percy

Just so so but the location is quite convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Yuet Wah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I only stayed for two nights. Room size is small especially bathroom but the overall price is great for short stay. The staff was nice and helpful when I have reported that the radiator seemed not working in the room, they provided the probable heater, and offered a compensation of late checkout.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming and unique rooms, great location. Everything was really well attended too, would def stay again, the bathroom is awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Great location , room had everything I needed just as described
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a bit small, especially the bathroom and the shower, but overall it was a great place. The room had all the facilities needed, a bit hot tho even if the radiator was off
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good for a night stay but is a no thrills Sonder. Not common as most Sonder venues are pretty solid options. Good safe and quiet location however and close to stations for easy transport. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Cecilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy room

Nice location. Clean and cosy rooms with just enough space. Minus for no handheld showerhead and no sentral air/aircondition.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend stay

I only stayed for two nights so I didn´t make use of the full range of service available. For such short stay it was perfect.Very nice clean bathroom with all products on the shelf and a great bed. I ask no more than that when I have a short stop over. Iron, safety box, and kettle for maiking tea too
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super quick check-in and check-out experience, clean and comfortable room. Only thing was room was pretty warm and found it difficult to cool down but not overly problematic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Not a huge fan

The rooms were great, but I hate the fact I had to create ana account to check in to the rooms. The water also had issues as it would not stay hot. There is also a charge to make up the room which I have never seen before?
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic value for money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Uzziel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
7 minute walk to closest train station. Rooms are pretty good size, but bathroom is small, especially the shower. Wasn’t able to control temperature in room but luckily the temperature was fine for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally nice Hotel, the rooms are all well equipped but it's worth mentioning that room cleaning has to be ordered and paid separately.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Laini

Great property but the amenities not available as described and the atmosphere inside hotel could have been made and decorated better in terms of adding more picture and making it more charming and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024