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Designer 2 Bed Apartment in Riverside Development
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Apartment in Hammersmith, London · 3.60 km from centre

    Located in London (Hammersmith and Fulham), this apartment is steps from Thames River and a 5-minute drive from Stamford Bridge Stadium. This apartment is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Kensington High Street and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Westfield London Shopping Centre.

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    Zone 1 Private Fast Wifi
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    Apartment in Little Venice, London · 2.96 km from centre

      With a stay at this apartment in London (London City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Hyde Park and Marble Arch. This apartment is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Paddington Central and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Oxford Street.

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      Luxury Kensington Penthouse With Huge Roof Terrace
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      Apartment in Holland Park, London · 2.37 km from centre

        With a stay at this apartment in London (Kensington), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Kensington High Street and within a 5-minute drive of Westfield London Shopping Centre. This apartment is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Hyde Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Marble Arch.

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        Central quality point piccadilly
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        Apartment in West End, London · 3.49 km from centre

          7.9

           

          134 reviews

          Central quality point piccadilly offers accommodation within 400 metres of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster. Boasting luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The apartment has family rooms.

          At the apartment complex, units are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a kettle. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

          Guests may wind down in the in-house bar, while a minimarket is also available.

          Popular points of interest near the apartment include Prince of Wales Theatre, Sondheim Theatre and Leicester Square Underground Station. London City Airport is 14 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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          Europa House Hotel, London Paddington
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          Guest house in Bayswater, London · 2.32 km from centre

            7.3

             

            804 reviews

            Located just 350 metres from Paddington Station, Europa House Hotel is a family-run property since 1974, offering comfortable en-suite rooms and free Wi-Fi. Hyde Park is only a short walk away.

            Each room at Europa House Hotel, London Paddington features a Freeview TV and tea- and coffee-making facilities, providing guests with a convenient and relaxing stay.

            Paddington Station, the nearest main transport hub, is only a few minutes’ walk from the hotel and offers excellent Underground and rail connections across London. Several nearby bus routes also provide easy access to London’s West End.

            Popular attractions such as Oxford Street, Trafalgar Square, Chinatown, Soho, Piccadilly Circus, and Edgware Road are easily accessible on foot or by public transport.

            Couples particularly appreciate the location, rating it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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            Unique 2bed Flat Portobello Road
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            Apartment in Colville, London · 3.14 km from centre

              With a stay at this apartment in London (Notting Hill), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kensington Gardens and Westfield London Shopping Centre. This apartment is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Kensington High Street and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hyde Park.

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              Opulence stays~heart of London
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              Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.16 km from centre

                9.4

                 

                6 reviews

                In the centre of London, located within a short distance of Paddington Station and The Serpentine, Opulence stays~heart of London offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and coffee machine. The property is around 2.3 km from Madame Tussauds, 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall and 2.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.9 km from Portobello Road Market.

                The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment.

                Harrods is 3.4 km from the apartment, while South Kensington Underground Station is 3.4 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                Central London Apartment with Pool Table
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                Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.56 km from centre

                  8.7

                   

                  7 reviews

                  Central London Apartment with Pool Table is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.7 km from Paddington Station, 2.7 km from Madame Tussauds and 2 km from Portobello Road Market. The property is situated 3.2 km from London Zoo, 3.3 km from The Serpentine and 3.6 km from Regents Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lord's Cricket Ground is 1.6 km away.

                  The 1-bedroom apartment comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen and 1 bathroom. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                  Royal Albert Hall is 4.1 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 4.9 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                  Hemans 0.8
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                  Apartment in Nine Elms, London · 3.56 km from centre

                    8.9

                     

                    81 reviews

                    Hemans 0.8 is located in the Lambeth district of London, 2.7 km from Victoria Train Station, 2.7 km from Westminster Abbey and 2.8 km from Victoria Underground Station. The property is around 3.2 km from Houses of Parliament, 3.2 km from Big Ben and 3.2 km from Churchill War Rooms. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.4 km from O2 Academy Brixton.

                    The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                    Buckingham Palace is 3.3 km from the apartment, while Banqueting House is 3.4 km from the property. London City Airport is 16 km away.

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                    Modern 3BR Escape in Prime London Spot
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                    Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.04 km from centre

                      7.7

                       

                      17 reviews

                      In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Portobello Road Market, Modern 3BR Escape in Prime London Spot has a garden and a washing machine. This apartment features accommodation with a balcony. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 1.1 km away.

                      The spacious apartment has 3 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and oven, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                      Lord's Cricket Ground is 1.7 km from the apartment, while Madame Tussauds is 3 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                      Central boutique room 201
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                      Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.01 km from centre

                        7.7

                         

                        19 reviews

                        Central boutique room 201 is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.3 km from Madame Tussauds, less than 1 km from Paddington Station and 2.1 km from Regents Park. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.2 km from Lord's Cricket Ground.

                        The apartment features a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom.

                        The Serpentine is 2.3 km from the apartment, while Oxford Circus is 2.8 km from the property. London City Airport is 17 km away.

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                        Zee homes W6
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                        Apartment in Addison, London · 3.35 km from centre

                          7.7

                           

                          30 reviews

                          Offering city views, Zee homes W6 is an accommodation situated in London, less than 1 km from Eventim Apollo and a 14-minute walk from Olympia Exhibition Centre. The property is located 3.6 km from Portobello Road Market, 3.8 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.9 km from Natural History Museum. Victoria and Albert Museum is 4.8 km from the apartment and The Serpentine is 4.9 km away.

                          With a private bathroom, units at the apartment complex also boast free WiFi. At the apartment complex, some units are fitted with a kettle and chocolates or cookies.

                          Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC is 4.1 km from the apartment, while South Kensington Underground Station is 4.2 km from the property. London Heathrow Airport is 17 km away.

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                          Split Level 2 Bed Apartment- Mayfair
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                          Apartment in Mayfair, London · 2.19 km from centre

                            7.7

                             

                            32 reviews

                            Located in London, near St James's Park, Buckingham Palace and Harrods, Split Level 2 Bed Apartment- Mayfair features free WiFi. The property is set 1.4 km from Carnaby Street, 1.7 km from Victoria Underground Station and 1.4 km from The Serpentine. The property is 1 km from the city centre and 1.3 km from Piccadilly Circus.

                            The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                            Popular points of interest near the apartment include Piccadilly Theatre, Oxford Circus and Victoria Train Station. London City Airport is 16 km away.

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                            Imperial Queensborough Terrace
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                            Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.27 km from centre

                              7.8

                               

                              39 reviews

                              In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Imperial Queensborough Terrace has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is around 1.7 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.8 km from Madame Tussauds and 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 1 km from Paddington Station, and within 3.6 km of the city centre.

                              The 1-bedroom apartment features a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                              Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around London, like cycling.

                              Lord's Cricket Ground is 3.1 km from Imperial Queensborough Terrace, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 3.5 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                              Charming 1 Bedroom Flat with Private Patio - West London, Kensington, Earl's Court, Chelsea
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                              Apartment in West Brompton, London · 1.75 km from centre

                                7.7

                                 

                                43 reviews

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                                A recently renovated property, Charming 1 Bedroom Flat with Private Patio - West London, Kensington, Earl's Court, Chelsea is located in London near South Kensington Underground Station, Olympia Exhibition Centre and Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Victoria and Albert Museum is 2.7 km from the apartment and Harrods is 2.9 km away.

                                The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. This apartment also offers a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking.

                                Natural History Museum is 2.2 km from the apartment, while Eventim Apollo is 2.5 km away. London Heathrow Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                                GuestReady - Fantastic home in the heart of London
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                                Apartment in Westminster, London · 2.43 km from centre

                                  7.7

                                   

                                  41 reviews

                                  GuestReady - Fantastic home in the heart of London offers accommodation within less than 1 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. It is set 600 metres from Buckingham Palace and provides a lift. Big Ben is 1.3 km away and Houses of Parliament is 1.1 km from the apartment.

                                  The apartment complex features some units that have a balcony, and the units include a kettle. All units feature a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen.

                                  Popular points of interest near the apartment include Victoria Train Station, St James's Park and Victoria Underground Station. London City Airport is 15 km from the property.

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                                  Central London Two Bedroom Serviced Apartment - Nine Elms Luxury Stay - Vauxhall & Westminster
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                                  Apartment in Nine Elms, London · 3.59 km from centre

                                    8.8

                                     

                                    178 reviews

                                    Set in London, 2.3 km from O2 Academy Brixton, Central London Two Bedroom Serviced Apartment - Nine Elms Luxury Stay - Vauxhall & Westminster features rooms with city views and free WiFi. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment has family rooms.

                                    Each unit comes with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a well-fitted kitchen with a dining area, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. A dishwasher, an oven and microwave are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, the units have bed linen and towels.

                                    Westminster Abbey is 2.7 km from the apartment, while Victoria Train Station is 2.7 km from the property. London City Airport is 16 km away.

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                                    White Piccadilly Luxury Flat
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                                    Apartment in Soho, London · 3.48 km from centre

                                      7.2

                                       

                                      180 reviews

                                      Offering city views, White Piccadilly Luxury Flat is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 100 metres from Sondheim Theatre and 600 metres from Carnaby Street. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The property is 300 metres from Prince Edward Theatre, and within 500 metres of the city centre.

                                      Featuring a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, each unit also comes with a cable flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, wardrobe and a seating area with a sofa. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and a hair dryer. All units will provide guests with a fridge.

                                      As an added convenience, the apartment offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property.

                                      Popular points of interest near White Piccadilly Luxury Flat include Leicester Square Underground Station, Arts Theatre and Oxford Street. London City Airport is 15 km from the property.

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                                      Paddington Praed St Apartment
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                                      Apartment in Paddington, London · 2.43 km from centre

                                        7.7

                                         

                                        51 reviews

                                        In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Paddington Praed St Apartment has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is around 2.4 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.5 km from Regents Park and 2.9 km from Harrods. The property is 2.9 km from the city centre and 100 metres from Paddington Station.

                                        Each unit comes with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a well-fitted kitchen with a dining area, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. An oven, a toaster and fridge are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, units include bed linen and towels.

                                        Popular points of interest near the apartment include Madame Tussauds, Lord's Cricket Ground and Royal Albert Hall. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                                        1-bed Marylebone
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                                        Apartment in Marylebone, London · 3.01 km from centre

                                          7.7

                                           

                                          60 reviews

                                          1-bed Marylebone is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.2 km from Lord's Cricket Ground, less than 1 km from Paddington Station and 1.8 km from Regents Park. The property is set 2.6 km from The Serpentine, 2.8 km from London Zoo and 3.1 km from Oxford Circus. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Madame Tussauds is 1.1 km away.

                                          The apartment features 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 available in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                          Oxford Street is 3.3 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 3.4 km from the property. London City Airport is 17 km away.

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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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