In the heart of the city, Princes Gardens offers a tranquil retreat near Victoria and Albert Museum and Royal Albert Hall. Start your day with a coffee from one of two cafes, explore the garden or unwind at the bar with free in-room WiFi to stay connected.
London (QQP-Paddington Train Station) - 27 min walk
South Kensington Underground Station - 8 min walk
Gloucester Road Underground Station - 13 min walk
Knightsbridge Underground Station - 14 min walk
Restaurants
Supernova - 6 min walk
EL&N - 7 min walk
Billionaire Lounge - 5 min walk
Natural History Museum Member's Room - 7 min walk
Thai Square South Kensington - 5 min walk
About this property
Princes Gardens
Princes Gardens offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Science Museum and Cromwell Road. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include 2 coffee shops/cafes, a snack bar/deli, and a garden. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: South Kensington Underground Station is 8 minutes and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 13 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
722 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
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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.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Onsite self parking (GBP 25 per day)
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
2 coffee shops
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Shared refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Grocery/convenience store
What to do
Discount at nearby fitness center
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 2006
ATM/banking
Garden
Picnic area
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 43
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Fan
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 25 per day
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
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.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Also known as
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation Hostel London
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation Hostel
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation London
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation
Prince's Garns Campus Accommo
Princes Gardens London
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation
Prince's Gardens (Campus Accommodation)
Princes Gardens Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Princes Gardens Hostel/Backpacker accommodation London
Frequently asked questions
Does Princes Gardens offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Princes Gardens does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Princes Gardens?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Princes Gardens?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 25 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Princes Gardens?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Princes Gardens and nearby?
Princes Gardens has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Princes Gardens?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Princes Gardens like?
Princes Gardens is a short 8-minute walk from South Kensington Underground Station and 6 minutes' walk from Hyde Park.
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Reviews
Princes Gardens Reviews
7.6
Good
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8.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
7.8
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2025
Great central place to stay
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3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 18, 2025
Great location close to museums. great breakfasts.
Bridget Mary
Bridget Mary, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
Great property and super friendly people!
Brenda
Brenda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2025
Very clean and comfortable and reception staff excellent
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2025
Area is close to Museums and dining places.
Noel
Noel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Prime location, excellent value
Brilliant value for a prime location. Had everything we needed and very helpful staff.
Sarah
Sarah, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2025
The place I stayed was very close to almost every thing transportation, museums and mostly known places to see.
Rolando
Rolando, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2025
A great location at a great price
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.
vincent
vincent, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 1, 2025
Clean and well presented, and the perfect location for an overnight stay for the Proms. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Nigel
Nigel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Great room
Great room in central London just what we needed.
Gill
Gill, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
Easy check in and 24hr front desk. Watch out for the fire alarms tho
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2025
Cheap accommodation and was as we expected, basic, clean for price oaid
Glynis D
Glynis D, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2025
It was a very great holiday and thank you for Your Service.
Patrick
Patrick, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
The accommodations are basic as they are student hall but the location is fantastic and garden make it feel peaceful in such a busy location. Would highly recommend
Charlotte
Charlotte, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2025
What a lovely experience staying at Imperial College. Thje room was clean, bright and had everything I needed for an overnight stay. And the staff were very lovely and very helpful.
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2025
This is a summer lodging of the college, meant for students but renting out to guests of all ages 18+. Excellent location to go around the city or stroll to many of nearby parks. Perfect for a solo traveler with tight budget.
Yoshiko
Yoshiko, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Location, location, location.
Gavin
Gavin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
Great location, free wifi, accessibility was fair. Bed was high gor a wheelchair user, bed wasnt comfortable however the location was a good trade off close to museums and hyde park
Mahia
Mahia, 10-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2025
The room was as expected, basic but very clean and we felt safe. Great location for Museums and South Kensington Station.
Dale
Dale, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 11, 2025
Great location. Good, single room. Clean
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Booked this last min excellent value & defo would use again
Staff were excellent
Fiona
Fiona, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 12, 2025
Great location. Check in could have been a bit quicker but overall excellent & would use again
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
So Convenient
Close to Hyde Park, museums, tube and places to eat. Perfect.
Anne
Anne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Very close to three museums and tube lines and several buses. Food close by and everything was super clean. If you don't need high end amenities, this is your place.
Mb
Mb, 5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 16, 2025
Has many ammenities, front end staff needs to give more explanation, close enough to metro and bus stops.