Ellen Kensington

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Kensington High Street

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Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 25 per person)
Reception
Terrace/patio
Continental Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished
Suite (Coronation) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished
Ellen Kensington, an eco-certified hotel near the Natural History Museum, offers a peaceful retreat with a spa featuring massages and aromatherapy. Unwind on the serene garden or browse through books in the library while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Compact Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Compact Single

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Continental Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Crown Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite (Coronation)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
18-26 Barkston Gardens, London, England, SW5 0EN

What's nearby

  • Stamford Bridge Stadium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kensington High Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Natural History Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hyde Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 31 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 46 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 47 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 62 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 81 min drive
  • West Brompton Station - 10 min walk
  • Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station - 26 min walk
  • Kensington (Olympia) Station - 27 min walk
  • Earl's Court Station - 5 min walk
  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 9 min walk
  • West Brompton Underground Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Courtfield - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Blackbird, Earl's Court - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ellen Kensington

When you stay at Ellen Kensington, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Kensington High Street and Hyde Park. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Natural History Museum and Imperial College London are just a 5-minute drive away. Public transportation is just a short walk: Earl's Court Station is 5 minutes and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 9 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 105 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 26 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 28
  • 5 stairs to reach property
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 25 for adults and GBP 25 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 150 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 70 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of GBP 50

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Ellen Kensington?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 26 lbs per pet. There's a charge of GBP 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Ellen Kensington?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Ellen Kensington.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ellen Kensington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 50 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 150 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Are there restaurants at or near Ellen Kensington?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Ellen Kensington like?

Ellen Kensington is a short 5-minute walk from Earl's Court Station and 15 minutes' walk from Kensington High Street.

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