Set in the heart of one of London’s most desirable neighbourhoods, The Kensington hotel occupies a prime location on the corner of two iconic thoroughfares, Queen’s Gate and the Old Brompton Road.
Situated in four grand townhouses, the hotel’s grand, stucco façade is characteristic of this affluent 19th century district, which is home to cultural treasures like The Natural History Museum, Victoria & Albert Museum and The Royal Albert Hall within walking distance.
With open fires found in nearly all the hotel’s ground floor reception rooms, entering The Kensington hotel feels rather
like walking through the doors of a lovingly-restored London mansion.
The high ceilings and heritage décor evoke a sense of Victorian grandeur, while the hotel’s famously friendly and engaging service creates a relaxed ambience reminiscent of an exclusive private members club.
The warm jewel tones, creative English menu, and easy atmosphere at Town House restaurant mean drinks and dinner with friends easily becomes a night to remember.
The Kensington hotel’s 126 guest rooms and 24 suites are all individually decorated and combine sumptuous fabrics, deep upholstery and an eclectic mix of contemporary art and sleek furnishings.
All that complement this historic building’s classic Victorian townhouse architecture.
The Knightsbridge Suite can be connected with The Brompton Suite to create the hotel’s signature Kensington Suite, which offers nearly 180 sqm of space, comprising three sumptuous bedrooms (including a Luxury Studio Suite), three bathrooms, two separate living rooms with striking floor-to-ceiling windows, antique furnishings, original artworks and spectacular 1930s Murano and Waterford Crystal chandeliers.
Top-of-the-range modern amenities include a 60” LCD TV discreetly housed in a gold gilt mirror, Bose/iPad/iPhone docking station, and Nespresso coffee machine, plus the latest bathroom accessories including heated floor, walk-in shower and whirlpool bath.
With its exquisite original artworks, working fireplaces and floor-to-ceiling French windows leading out onto a private balcony, The Knightsbridge Suite is without doubt one of the most chic and elegant suites in London.
Graceful antique furniture is teamed with contemporary designer pieces, complemented by luxurious touches like a decadent daybed and show-stopping 1930s Murano and Waterford Crystal chandeliers.
The Knightsbridge Suite can interconnect with The Brompton Suite and a Luxury Studio Suite to create a 2 or 3 bedroom suite.
Experience the epitome of refined luxury in The Brompton Suite. Stepping into this space feels rather like entering a beautifully appointed luxury apartment in a grand historic building.
Elegant period features like spectacular 1930s Murano and Waterford Crystal chandeliers combine seamlessly with up-to-the-minute technology including iPad/iPhone docking station, flat screen TV and Nespresso coffee machine.
The spacious bedroom features individually selected antique furnishings and original artworks.
The separate living area boasts enormous windows that flood the room with light, and the show-stopping bathroom is a pure delight with its wooden floors, double vanity marble-topped sink and a deliciously decadent freestanding roll-top bathtub that feels perfectly in keeping with the hotel’s Victorian heritage.
Fresh flowers and handmade chocolates complete the mood of sophisticated indulgence. The Brompton Suite can interconnect with The Knightsbridge Suite and a Luxury Studio Suite to create a 2 or 3 bedroom suite.
Period grandeur is the hallmark of Luxury Studio Suites. Decorated in heritage shades, they feature gorgeous antique-style four-poster beds, sumptuous velvet armchairs and chic designer lighting.
Heritage charm is perfectly complemented by the best of 21st century technology, including a flat screen LCD TV, iHome docking station, Nespresso coffee machine and complimentary Wi-Fi.
And for the ultimate in relaxation, Luxury Studio Suites boast a beautiful marble bathroom with heated floor and freestanding roll-top bath, as well as a separate shower, double vanity marble-topped sinks.
With statement wallpaper, sumptuous velvet armchairs, gorgeous four-poster beds and antique style décor, Studio Suites offer charm and comfort in equal measure.
They feature supremely comfortable pillow-topped beds with duck down duvets, crisp fine bed linen, marble bathrooms with a separate bath and shower and heated floors.
Deluxe Rooms are furnished in an opulent palette of golds, creams and heritage shades, with charming button-backed headboards and subtle nods to the hotel’s Victorian heritage, with a modern twist.
They possess all the contemporary comfort and technology you would expect, and feature supremely comfortable pillow-topped beds with duck down duvets, crisp fine bed linen, marble bathrooms.
Family Rooms are decorated in warm, soothing tones, combining sumptuous fabrics and chic furnishings and cosy chenille throws.
Generous in size, they feature supremely comfortable pillow-topped King bed with two twin beds or two King beds with duck down duvets.
Superior Rooms are decorated in warm, opulent tones, combining sumptuous fabrics and chic, antique-style furnishings such as button-backed velvet armchairs and cosy chenille throws.
They feature supremely comfortable pillow-topped double beds with duck down duvets, 40” flat screen LCD TVs, Nespresso coffee machines, marble bathrooms with heated floors.
Drink, dine or enjoy an indulgent afternoon tea in the Kensington hotel’s ground floor drawing rooms or in the stylish Town House restaurant.
Menus focus on fresh, seasonal, locally-sourced modern English cuisine with an accent on healthy options, including a gluten-free afternoon tea.
Served on gorgeous tableware by open fires in light-filled ground floor drawing rooms, Afternoon Tea at The Kensington is something of a local institution.
The menu features a fabulous selection of ethically sourced teas and a choice of traditional afternoon tea favourites such as light and fluffy scones, delectable pastries and scrumptious sandwiches to suit all dietary requirement.
Choose from Classic or Healthy Afternoon tea, priced at just £28 per person and available from 12 noon to 6pm daily.
Your afternoon tea can be made even more indulgent by adding a glass of Champagne for £38 per person.
12.00h - 18.00h
Founded by New York based Cindy Palusamy, The Juicery is based on the concept of ‘expert goodness’ and offers a wonderful menu using locally sourced organic ingredients ‘with choice, delicious flavours and nutrition in mind’.
Juices and healthy smoothies that taste just as good as they are for you come from The Juicery at The Kensington.
07.00h - 18.00h
Town House at The Kensington hotel offers a graceful blend of classic heritage and flawless modern style.
Comprising three interconnecting drawing rooms with enchanting details such as fireplaces, a hidden whisky bar and a carefully curated library, Town House is The Kensington's restaurant, private dining and event space – providing a unique venue for intimate dinners, glamorous drinks receptions, book launches and informal meetings.
Open from 4pm to 11pm, K Bar, with its wood-panelled walls, subtle lighting and smoky blue glass ceiling, provides a cosy, clubby ambience and an impressive menu of fine spirits and cocktails.
Supervised by Executive Chef Steve Gibbs, formerly of Hix and Caprice Holdings, Town House offers hotel guests and visitors an enticing selection of fresh, seasonal, locally-sourced menus throughout the day, including a quintessentially English afternoon tea and wellness-inspired smoothies from The Juicery.
In the K Bar, Bar Manager Ben Manchester has created a dazzling cocktail list that features contemporary recipes alongside timeless classics.
Monday - Friday06.30h - 10.30h Saturday - Sunday & Bank holidays 07.00h - 11.00h
12.00h - 15.00h
17.00h - 22.30h
Monday - Thurthday16.00h - 23.00hFriday - Sunday16.00h - 23.00h
SHOPPING
From the hustle and bustle of Oxford Circus, to the exquisite boutiques and restaurants of Kensington and Knightsbridge’s ritzy department stores, there’s a reason why British shopping is a global export, with quintessential London style never dipping out of fashion.
Away from the bright lights of the big names, there is a wealth of unique shopping to be found in the finest boutiques around the city.
Some tucked away off the main strip, others hidden in plain sight, the city is packed with places perfect for picking up something a little different.
SERPENTINE GALLERY
There are few galleries in the world where people go to look at the restaurant but the Magazine at the Serpentine Gallery is housed in a sensational piece of modern design – a recent addition to one of London’s best-loved galleries.
Located in leafy Hyde Park it’s home to some of the most exciting art exhibitions in the city including, in recent years, Man Ray, Henry Moore, Jean-Michel Basquiat and others.
Regular activities include art workshops for kids and musical performances, and there’s no better final destination after a Sunday stroll in the park.
Hyde Park has a fleet of rowing and pedal boats which operate on the famous Serpentine and the UK's first Solarshuttle.
Hyde Park has a specialist horse riding arena, or manege, as well as two designated routes for horse riding.
A spectacular garden featuring rose planting mixed with herbaceous planting to create rich seasonal flower beds and strong scents.
From the hustle and bustle of Oxford Circus to the exquisite boutiques of Kensington, there’s a reason why British shopping is a global export.
There are 6 high-quality tennis facilities, accredited by the Lawn Tennis Association, at the Hyde Park Tennis and Sports Centre.
With its soothingly classic décor and sleek modern furniture, The Study feels like the exquisite dining room of a beautiful private residence.
Perfect as a smart yet informal meeting room or an elegant dining venue for friends and colleagues, The White Room is The Kensington’s signature entertaining space.
A short walk from The Kensington, Concierge can advise you on booking, on any forthcoming events or on red letter exhibitions that are not to be missed.
THE KENSINGTON HOTEL
109-113 Queen's GateSouth KensingtonLondon SW7 5LRUnited Kingdom