West Kensington Travel Guide

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A stone church with a bell tower and arched windows.
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A stone church with a large tree in the foreground and a cemetery in the background.
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A stone church with a pointed roof and arched windows.
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A stone church with a pointed roof and arched windows, surrounded by a cemetery with headstones.
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A stone church with a pointed roof, surrounded by a cemetery with various headstones and bare trees.
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Stay near popular West Kensington attractions

Olympia Events

8.0/10 (37 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Olympia Events during your trip to London. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

£25
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

£29
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
Tower of London Tickets with Beefeater Tour & Crown Jewels

The Tower of London Tickets

£37
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Tower of London Tickets
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

£27
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

£99
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames

City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames

£33
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames
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Top hotels in West Kensington

Hilton London Olympia

Hilton London Olympia

4 out of 5
380 Kensington High Street London England
The price is £93 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£93
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very good! (1,253 reviews)
"We have stayed in Holiday Inn's that have been cheaper and more modern. It is very dated. Pillows are way too soft and offer next to no support. Rang down for room service 5 different occasions, they didn't answer the phone once. Upon checking out, I queried 2 random extra charges they had taken ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Hilton London Olympia
Kensington Prime Hotel

Kensington Prime Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Russell Road London England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £145 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
£145
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"We arrived early, to drop our bags off at the hotel before exploring the area. The reception staff were excellent, our room was ready so we were able to store our bags in the room. The hotel was super close to the venue we were attending that night, and within walking distance of sheapeards bush ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Kensington Prime Hotel
Olympia Grand Apartments

Olympia Grand Apartments

2 out of 5
121 Sinclair Road London England
The price is £176 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£176
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Hyde Park and Marble Arch are located nearby.
Olympia Grand Apartments
Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherd's Bush by IHG

Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherd's Bush by IHG

4 out of 5
Richmond Way London England
The price is £188 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£188
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
"the property had been closed and renovated and recently reopened. we liked its freshness and decor and its amenities. the water and milk supplied in the room's mini fridge were a very nice touch. it is so close to the Westfield mall and Shepherds Bush underground."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherd's Bush by IHG
Bob W London Holland Park

Bob W London Holland Park

2 out of 5
128-130 Holland Road London England
The price is £69 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£69
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Hyde Park and Marble Arch are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (176 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Bob W London Holland Park
Hyatt Regency London Olympia

Hyatt Regency London Olympia

4.5 out of 5
7 Olympia Way London England
The price is £182 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£182
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Hyde Park and Marble Arch are located ...
Hyatt Regency London Olympia
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Where to stay in West Kensington

Find the best West Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about West Kensington
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A modern glass building, the Shard, and the Tower Bridge in the background during sunset.

London City Centre

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

The exterior of the Covent Garden Market with the Punch & Judy theatre and Central Avenue entrance.

Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

A large white archway with intricate carvings, surrounded by trees and people walking.

City of Westminster

Big Ben and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

A bustling street with a 'Welcome to Carnaby Street' archway, vintage shops, and pedestrians.

Soho

Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Theatre.

A street lined with shops, including DKNY and Rolex, and a white van on the road.

Mayfair

Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Sotheby’s.

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