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Modern 1 BR Near Earls Court
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Apartment in Earl's Court, London · 1.40 km from centre

    5.3

     

    3 reviews

    Modern 1 BR Near Earls Court in London provides accommodation with free WiFi, 1.5 km from Natural History Museum, 2.4 km from Eventim Apollo and 1.9 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC. The property is around 1.6 km from South Kensington Underground Station, 3.1 km from Royal Albert Hall and 1.9 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is 4.5 km from the city centre and 1.6 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre.

    The accommodation is non-smoking.

    Harrods is 3.3 km from the apartment, while Portobello Road Market is 3.9 km away. London Heathrow Airport is 18 km from the property.

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    Charming Stylish Flat in the Heart of Kensington
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    Apartment in Earl's Court, London · 1.42 km from centre

      5.3

       

      3 reviews

      Located in London, near Natural History Museum, South Kensington Underground Station and Victoria and Albert Museum, Charming Stylish Flat in the Heart of Kensington features free WiFi. The property is around 2.4 km from Eventim Apollo, 2.5 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and 2.7 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 4.4 km from the city centre and 1.4 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre.

      The apartment consists of 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom and a living room. The accommodation is non-smoking.

      Harrods is 3 km from the apartment, while Portobello Road Market is 3.7 km away. London Heathrow Airport is 18 km from the property.

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      Studios by Gloucester Road Station
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      Apartment in South Kensington, London · 0.87 km from centre

        6.5

         

        2 reviews

        Conveniently located in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, Studios by Gloucester Road Station is set 1.1 km from Victoria and Albert Museum, 1.1 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 1.3 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is located 1.8 km from Harrods, 1.9 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre and 2.5 km from The Serpentine. The property is 3.9 km from the city centre and 800 metres from Natural History Museum.

        Featuring a private bathroom, units at the apartment complex also have free WiFi.

        Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC is 2.6 km from the apartment, while Portobello Road Market is 3.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from Studios by Gloucester Road Station.

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        Natural History Museum Apartments
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        Apartment in Queen's Gate, London · 0.64 km from centre

          6.7

           

          46 reviews

          In the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, close to Royal Albert Hall, Natural History Museum Apartments has free WiFi and a washing machine. It is set less than 1 km from Victoria and Albert Museum and offers a lift. The property is 700 metres from Natural History Museum, and within 3.4 km of the city centre.

          The 2-bedroom apartment has a living room with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

          Popular points of interest near the apartment include South Kensington Underground Station, Harrods and The Serpentine. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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          Studio
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          Apartment in Kensington, London · 1.24 km from centre

            1.0

             

            3 reviews

            Set 1.1 km from Natural History Museum and 1.6 km from South Kensington Underground Station in the centre of London, Studio offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. With city views, this accommodation features a balcony. The accommodation provides a lift and full-day security for guests.

            The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a microwave, a washing machine, a toaster and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. This apartment is non-smoking and soundproof.

            Popular points of interest near the apartment include Olympia Exhibition Centre, Royal Albert Hall and Victoria and Albert Museum. London Heathrow Airport is 18 km away.

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            Studio at Chelsea cloisters Hotel
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            Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.55 km from centre

              6.7

               

              58 reviews

              Situated in London, near Victoria and Albert Museum, Harrods and Royal Albert Hall, Studio at Chelsea cloisters Hotel features free WiFi. The property is around less than 1 km from Natural History Museum, 1.9 km from The Serpentine and 2.4 km from Buckingham Palace. The property is 2.8 km from the city centre and 600 metres from South Kensington Underground Station.

              The accommodation is non-smoking.

              Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC is 2.5 km from the apartment, while Victoria Train Station is 2.6 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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              The Elden - No 9 - Fairway Hosting
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              Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.66 km from centre

                5.9

                 

                12 reviews

                In the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, close to Victoria and Albert Museum, The Elden - No 9 - Fairway Hosting has free WiFi and a washing machine. It is set 1.1 km from Harrods and offers a lift. The property is 2.7 km from the city centre and 700 metres from South Kensington Underground Station.

                The 1-bedroom apartment is fitted with a living room with a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                Popular points of interest near the apartment include Royal Albert Hall, Natural History Museum and The Serpentine. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                1BR Harrods Hydepark Knightsbridge KB91
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                Apartment in Knightsbridge, London · 1.19 km from centre

                  5.1

                   

                  26 reviews

                  Set in London, near Royal Albert Hall, South Kensington Underground Station and Victoria and Albert Museum, 1BR Harrods Hydepark Knightsbridge KB91 features free WiFi. The property is around 2.1 km from St James's Park, 1.8 km from Victoria Train Station and 2 km from Victoria Underground Station. The property is 400 metres from Harrods, and within 2 km of the city centre.

                  The 1-bedroom apartment is fitted with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                  Dining options are available close to the apartment.

                  Popular points of interest near 1BR Harrods Hydepark Knightsbridge KB91 include The Serpentine, Natural History Museum and Buckingham Palace. London City Airport is 17 km away.

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                  2BR Collingham Place Earls Court Central London
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                  Apartment in South Kensington, London · 1.06 km from centre

                    6.8

                     

                    6 reviews

                    2BR Collingham Place Earls Court Central London is a recently renovated apartment in the centre of London, 1 km from Natural History Museum and 1.3 km from South Kensington Underground Station. The property is located 1.8 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre, 1.4 km from Victoria and Albert Museum and 2 km from Harrods. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall.

                    The spacious apartment has 2 separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                    Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC is 2.6 km from the apartment, while The Serpentine is 2.8 km from the property. London Heathrow Airport is 18 km away.

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                    Knightsbridge Residences by Heavenly Stays
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                    Apartment in Knightsbridge, London · 0.82 km from centre

                      Ideally situated in the centre of London, Knightsbridge Residences by Heavenly Stays Collection is a recently renovated apartment, providing free WiFi and parking on-site. The property features garden and city views, and is 200 metres from Harrods. The accommodation provides full-day security and private check-in and check-out for guests.

                      All units include a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, and a private bathroom fiitted with a hair dryer, while some units feature a terrace or a balcony. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels.

                      Popular points of interest near the apartment include Victoria and Albert Museum, South Kensington Underground Station and Royal Albert Hall. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 17 km from Knightsbridge Residences by Heavenly Stays Collection.

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                      MySquare Modern One Bed Serviced Apartment in Chelsea
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                      Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.61 km from centre

                        3.5

                         

                        2 reviews

                        MySquare Modern One Bed Serviced Apartment in Chelsea is set in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, 1.1 km from Harrods, 1.5 km from Royal Albert Hall and less than 1 km from Natural History Museum. It is located 700 metres from Victoria and Albert Museum and provides a lift. The property is 2.7 km from the city centre and 700 metres from South Kensington Underground Station.

                        The 1-bedroom apartment comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                        A car rental service is available at the apartment.

                        Buckingham Palace is 2.4 km from MySquare Modern One Bed Serviced Apartment in Chelsea, while The Serpentine is 1.8 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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                        Gorgeous Sunny Chelsea Apartment
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                        Apartment in Chelsea, London · 1.03 km from centre

                          3.6

                           

                          5 reviews

                          Set in the centre of London, Gorgeous Sunny Chelsea Apartment is close to sights such as South Kensington Underground Station, Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is situated 1.6 km from Natural History Museum, 2.1 km from Harrods and 2.2 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

                          Providing access to a balcony, the apartment consists of 2 bedrooms. Offering a terrace with garden views, this apartment also features a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen and 1 bathroom. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                          Guests at the apartment can enjoy an à la carte breakfast.

                          The Serpentine is 3.1 km from Gorgeous Sunny Chelsea Apartment, while Clapham Junction is 3.1 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                          Modern & Refined Hidden Gem Apartments by Hyde Park
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                          Apartment in Knightsbridge, London · 0.82 km from centre

                            4.2

                             

                            13 reviews

                            Modern & Refined Hidden Gem Apartments by Hyde Park is situated in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, 600 metres from Victoria and Albert Museum, 1 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 1.2 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is located less than 1 km from Natural History Museum, a 13-minute walk from The Serpentine and 2.5 km from Buckingham Palace. The property is 2.3 km from the city centre and 300 metres from Harrods.

                            With a private bathroom, units at the apartment complex also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms are equipped with a patio.

                            St James's Park is 2.6 km from the apartment, while Victoria Train Station is 2.7 km from the property. London City Airport is 17 km away.

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                            Venetian Hotel
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                            Hotel in London City Centre, London · 0.93 km from centre

                              3.5

                               

                              84 reviews

                              Featuring 3-star accommodation, Venetian Hotel is located in London, less than 1 km from Natural History Museum and a 14-minute walk from Victoria and Albert Museum. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 3.3 ...

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                              Halpin House (South Kensington)
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                              Hostel in South Kensington, London · 0.31 km from centre

                                5.6

                                 

                                106 reviews

                                Ideally set in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, Halpin House (South Kensington) is situated 400 metres from Natural History Museum, 1.1 km from Royal Albert Hall and 700 metres from Victoria and Albert Museum. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 400 metres from South Kensington Underground Station, and within 3.4 km of the city centre.

                                Rooms are complete with a shared bathroom fitted with a shower, while some units at the hostel also feature a seating area.

                                Speaking English, French and Italian at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always on hand to help.

                                Harrods is 1.4 km from Halpin House (South Kensington), while The Serpentine is 2.1 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                                Studio at Chelsea Cloisters Hotel
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                                Apartment in Chelsea, London · 0.55 km from centre

                                  6.9

                                   

                                  31 reviews

                                  Studio at Chelsea Cloisters Hotel is set in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, 1.1 km from Harrods, 1.4 km from Royal Albert Hall and less than 1 km from Natural History Museum. It is located 700 metres from Victoria and Albert Museum and provides a 24-hour front desk. The property is 600 metres from South Kensington Underground Station, and within 2.8 km of the city centre.

                                  The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                  The Serpentine is 1.9 km from the apartment, while Buckingham Palace is 2.4 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                                  Dreamtel London Kensington
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                                  Hotel in Earl's Court, London · 1.21 km from centre

                                    6.4

                                     

                                    923 reviews

                                    Breakfast available

                                    Centrally located in London, Dreamtel London Kensington is within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Olympia Events and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Royal Albert Hall.

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                                    Luxury Apartments in Central London
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                                    Apartment in Kensington, London · 1.43 km from centre

                                      2.0

                                       

                                      1 review

                                      With a stay at Luxury Apartments in Central London, you'll be centrally located in London, steps from Kensington High Street and 15 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This apartment is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Kensington Gardens and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Kensington Palace.

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                                      Regency Court
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                                      Hotel in Earl's Court, London · 1.32 km from centre

                                        4.0

                                         

                                        48 reviews

                                        With a stay at Regency Court in London (London City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum. This hotel is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Westfield London Shopping Centre and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Royal Albert Hall.

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                                        Arch hotel
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                                        Hotel in London City Centre, London · 0.93 km from centre

                                          4.4

                                           

                                          37 reviews

                                          Featuring 3-star accommodation, Arch hotel is situated in London, less than 1 km from Natural History Museum and a 14-minute walk from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is set 2.2 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre, 2.7 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.8 km from Paddington Station. The property is 400 metres from Royal Albert Hall, and within 3.3 km of the city centre.

                                          Popular points of interest near the hotel include South Kensington Underground Station, The Serpentine and Harrods. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 18 km from Arch hotel.

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                                          Find out more about South Kensington

                                          South Kensington is effortlessly elegant without feeling overly formal, thanks to its ability to blend leafy squares with stylish cafés and world-renowned museums. Set just west of central London, the SW7 postcode gently hums with culture, coffee stops and hidden gardens to create a welcoming atmosphere away from the city's busier areas.

                                          The neighbourhood's charm comes from its laid-back pace and refined details, whether you’re browsing independent bookshops, relaxing in boutique cafés or exploring quiet, tree-lined streets. Staying in South Kensington places you comfortably close to the heart of London, but at your own relaxed rhythm.

                                          Where to stay in South Kensington

                                          You have plenty of options when it comes to hotels in South Kensington. They range from smart, budget-friendly options to beautifully polished boutique stays. Many cheap hotels still offer plenty of charm and are just a stroll away from iconic attractions, perfect for exploring at your own pace

                                          If comfort and character are your priorities, the neighbourhood’s selection of boutique hotels hits the spot. Think tasteful rooms with personalised service and inviting lounge spaces ideal for unwinding after busy days. South Kensington’s hotels offer a dash of luxury, often housed in handsome Victorian buildings overlooking quiet squares or tucked along elegant side streets.

                                          Top things to do in South Kensington

                                          • Wander through Exhibition Road’s museums. From dinosaurs at the Natural History Museum to cutting-edge design at the V&A, it’s a cultural hotspot all within a short walk.
                                          • Visit Hyde Park. It’s one of the world’s most famous green spaces and is ideal for quiet walks, picnics by the Serpentine or simply people-watching.
                                          • Stroll the immaculate Kensington Palace Gardens. They offer quiet charm alongside glimpses of royal life.
                                          • Spend an evening at the Royal Albert Hall. Whether it's for a classical concert or contemporary gig, evenings here feel special. And the stunning architecture is chef’s kiss.
                                          • Explore Brompton Food Market for gourmet delights. Pick up artisan cheeses, fresh pastries or enjoy lunch in their cosy garden, a favourite local spot perfect for food lovers.

                                          Insider tips for hotels in South Kensington

                                          • Stay slightly off the main roads around Gloucester Road or Cromwell Road. You’ll get a quiet night's sleep yet still be within easy walking distance to tube stations and attractions.
                                          • Many hotels offer discounted tickets or early entrance to local museums and galleries. Make sure to ask reception for insider perks.
                                          • Look for local markets like the South Kensington Farmers’ Market, on Bute Street, for tasty street snacks and gourmet treats.
                                          • Evening strolls around Thurloe Square or Onslow Gardens reveal the quieter, elegant side of South Kensington, often overlooked by visitors.
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