Title: The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=108967861&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat Apartment with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Kensington High Street ## Photo gallery for The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat ![Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Living area - The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108970000/108967900/108967861/b01cfebe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Apartment (1 Bedroom) | 1 bedroom, bed sheets - The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108970000/108967900/108967861/91db5193.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Private kitchen | Fridge, oven, dishwasher - The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108970000/108967900/108967861/212ccff1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Living area - The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108970000/108967900/108967861/11f9df48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108970000/108967900/108967861/3118b1af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Kensington High Street and Kensington Palace, The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat has plenty to offer. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2570 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat Apartment with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Kensington High Street The apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a dishwasher. 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[apartment\] Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation 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 passport after booking Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Lockbox, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A damage deposit of GBP 300 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 A mandatory cleaning fee is included in this property's rental rate ### Property is also known as The Kensington Designer's Retreat Modern 1bdr Flat The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat London The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat Apartment The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat Apartment London ## About the area London City Centre, a neighbourhood in London, is home to this apartment. Marble Arch and Buckingham Palace are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kensington High Street and Oxford Street. Natural History Museum and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum are not to be missed. [Visit our London travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London.dx178279) [View more Apartments in London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Apartments.d178279-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.49756%2C-0.19571&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lxl2ExUCwlHNwRQuSALET_O8P-g=) 73 Abingdon Road, Kensington, London, England, W8 6AW ### What's nearby - ![Kensington High Street featuring street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6145129/ed984660-ce03-43c4-9661-01da6ed7cbf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kensington High Street 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Holland Park showing a park and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168475/5c773721-a3f1-4564-95d4-53550195e149.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Holland Park 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Natural History Museum in London](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6188004/bcc05b48-5bb8-44b8-8b76-e80154c6a194.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cromwell Road 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Design Museum showing interior views, signage and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6078983/9a34fac9-11a9-460b-bdd4-58991109d747.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Design Museum 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Kensington Gardens showing heritage architecture, a statue or sculpture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079011/e71224c6-2c7f-4637-8e28-dedbb8f5129c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kensington Gardens 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - High Street Kensington Station 8 min walk - Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station 15 min walk - Heathrow Airport (LHR) 32 min drive ### Restaurants - Cafe Le Monde 2 min walk - Devonshire Arms 4 min walk - GAIL's Bakery 5 min walk - Megan's on the High Street Restaurant 3 min walk - Burger & Lobster 4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat? ### What time is check-in at The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat? ### What time is check-out at The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat? ### Where is The Kensington Designer's Retreat -1bdr Flat located? ## Have a question? 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