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cozy 1 bedroom flat in Soho
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Apartment in Chinatown, London · 3.48 km from centre

    7.9

     

    8 reviews

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    Cozy 1 bedroom flat in Soho has a balcony and is located in London, within just 60 metres of Prince of Wales Theatre and 400 metres of Prince Edward Theatre. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 100 metres from Sondheim Theatre, and within 400 metres of the city centre.

    The spacious apartment with a terrace and quiet street views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. This apartment is non-smoking and soundproof.

    Popular points of interest near the apartment include Leicester Square Underground Station, Arts Theatre and Piccadilly Circus. London City Airport is 14 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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    Soho residence
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    Apartment in Soho, London · 3.43 km from centre

      9.7

       

      3 reviews

      Boasting a sauna, Soho residence is situated in London. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as Arts Theatre, Carnaby Street, and Piccadilly Circus. The property is 500 metres from the city centre and 100 metres from Queen's Theatre.

      With free WiFi, this 2-bedroom apartment features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

      Popular points of interest near the apartment include Prince Edward Theatre, Prince of Wales Theatre and Leicester Square Underground Station. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 15 km from Soho residence.

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      Leicester Square 2nd Floor Studios
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      Apartment in West End, London · 3.62 km from centre

        10.0

         

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        Leicester Square 2nd Floor Studios is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 200 metres from Leicester Square Underground Station, 400 metres from Queen's Theatre and 300 metres from Arts Theatre. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 500 metres from Prince Edward Theatre, 300 metres from The National Gallery and 500 metres from Piccadilly Theatre. The property is 500 metres from the city centre and 300 metres from Prince of Wales Theatre.

        The apartment features a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette has an oven, a microwave and a toaster and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

        Dining options are available close to the apartment.

        Popular points of interest near Leicester Square 2nd Floor Studios include Charing Cross, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus. London City Airport is 14 km from the property.

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        Lovely Garden 2BD Flat In Central London
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        Apartment in Hammersmith, London · 3.12 km from centre

          7.2

           

          8 reviews

          Boasting garden views, Lovely Garden 2BD Flat In Central London features accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 1.6 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Eventim Apollo is less than 1 km away.

          The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a microwave, a washing machine, a fridge and a stovetop. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

          Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC is 2.4 km from the apartment, while South Kensington Underground Station is 3.5 km from the property. London Heathrow Airport is 17 km away.

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          Paddington Stays by Stay Guru
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          Apartment in Paddington, London · 2.57 km from centre

            9.2

             

            5 reviews

            A stay at Paddington Stays by Stay Guru places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Hyde Park and Marble Arch. This apartment is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Kensington Gardens and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Park Lane.

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            Two bedroom luxury apartment
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            Apartment in Clapham, London · 3.51 km from centre

              8.7

               

              51 reviews

              Two bedroom luxury apartment is set in the Wandsworth district of London, 3.7 km from O2 Academy Brixton, 4.2 km from Victoria Train Station and 4.3 km from Victoria Underground Station. The property is situated 4.5 km from South Kensington Underground Station, 4.6 km from Buckingham Palace and 4.6 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Clapham Junction is 1.5 km away.

              The apartment is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms. A flat-screen TV is offered. The accommodation is non-smoking.

              Victoria and Albert Museum is 4.6 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 4.7 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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              Large Studio in central London,near Hyde Park
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              Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.46 km from centre

                7.2

                 

                5 reviews

                Large Studio in central London, near Hyde Park is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.8 km from Portobello Road Market, 2 km from The Serpentine and 2.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is around 2.5 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.8 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.2 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is 700 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.4 km of the city centre.

                With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                South Kensington Underground Station is 3.4 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from Large Studio in central London, near Hyde Park.

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                Modern Chelsea Bridge Apartment - Battersea Park View
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                Apartment in Nine Elms, London · 2.24 km from centre

                  8.1

                   

                  8 reviews

                  Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Modern Chelsea Bridge Apartment - Battersea Park View is located in London. Complimentary WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is 1.9 km from Victoria Train Station, and within 3 km of the city centre.

                  The air-conditioned apartment is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                  Victoria Underground Station is 2.4 km from the apartment, while South Kensington Underground Station is 2.6 km away. London City Airport is 17 km from the property.

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                  Stylish Notting Hill Air Conditioned studio
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                  Apartment in Colville, London · 3.20 km from centre

                    7.2

                     

                    9 reviews

                    Set in London, 2.4 km from Paddington Station and 3.3 km from Royal Albert Hall, Stylish Notting Hill Air Conditioned studio offers air conditioning. The property is around 3.3 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre, 3.5 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 3.7 km from The Serpentine. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Portobello Road Market is 100 metres away.

                    This apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                    Natural History Museum is 3.9 km from the apartment, while South Kensington Underground Station is 4.3 km from the property. London City Airport is 21 km away.

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                    Temple Lodge Club
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                    Hotel in Hammersmith, London · 3.54 km from centre

                      9.8

                       

                      14 reviews

                      Breakfast available

                      A stay at Temple Lodge Club places you in the heart of London, within a 5-minute drive of The William Morris Society and Fulham Palace. This hotel is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Hyde Park and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

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                      Glass Wonder in Soho - B
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                      Apartment in Soho, London · 3.51 km from centre

                        10.0

                         

                        1 review

                        A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of London, within a 10-minute walk of Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square. This apartment is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Trafalgar Square and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Oxford Street.

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                        Longridge Road Apartments
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                        Apartment in Earl's Court, London · 1.67 km from centre

                          7.8

                           

                          67 reviews

                          With a stay at Longridge Road Apartments in London (London City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Hyde Park and Kensington High Street. This apartment is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Marble Arch and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Buckingham Palace.

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                          NOX Paddington
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                          Hotel in Bayswater, London · 2.22 km from centre

                            8.2

                             

                            608 reviews

                            Well set in the Westminster Borough district of London, NOX Paddington is located 1.6 km from The Serpentine, 2 km from Madame Tussauds and 2.2 km from Portobello Road Market. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The property is 3.1 km from the city centre and 200 metres from Paddington Station.

                            At the hotel, every room comes with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All units will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine.

                            Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.3 km from NOX Paddington, while Royal Albert Hall is 1.7 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                            Kensington Gardens Apartments
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                            Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.59 km from centre

                              9.4

                               

                              3 reviews

                              A stay at Kensington Gardens Apartments places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Kensington Gardens and Kensington Palace. This apartment is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Hyde Park and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Kensington High Street.

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                              Chic accommodation Central London
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                              Homestay in Little Venice, London · 3.44 km from centre

                                8.0

                                 

                                5 reviews

                                Chic accommodation Central London is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.7 km from Paddington Station, 1.8 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.8 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is around 3.5 km from The Serpentine, 3.6 km from London Zoo and 3.7 km from Regents Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lord's Cricket Ground is 1.9 km away.

                                The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                Royal Albert Hall is 4.2 km from the homestay, while Harrods is 5 km away. London City Airport is 20 km from the property.

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                                1 Bedroom Flat in London
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                                Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.07 km from centre

                                  8.0

                                   

                                  3 reviews

                                  1 Bedroom Flat in London has a balcony and is situated in London, within just 1.1 km of Paddington Station and 1.9 km of Madame Tussauds. The property is set 2.6 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.7 km from The Serpentine and 2.9 km from London Zoo. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lord's Cricket Ground is 1.2 km away.

                                  This apartment has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a toaster, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                  Regents Park is 2.9 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 3.4 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                                  Delightful 2 bed Garden Flat in Shepherd's Bush
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                                  Apartment in Addison, London · 3.19 km from centre

                                    Located in London (Hammersmith and Fulham), this apartment is within a 15-minute walk of Westfield London Shopping Centre and Kensington High Street. This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Royal Albert Hall.

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                                    Delightful 1 bed Apartment in Shepherd's Bush
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                                    Apartment in Addison, London · 3.04 km from centre

                                      Located in London (Hammersmith and Fulham), this apartment is within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Westfield London Shopping Centre. This apartment is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Royal Albert Hall.

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                                      City Cottage Apartment
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                                      Private vacation home in Hammersmith and Fulham, London · 3.14 km from centre

                                        With a stay at this vacation home in London (Hammersmith and Fulham), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kensington High Street and Westfield London Shopping Centre. This vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Natural History Museum and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Hyde Park.

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                                        Charming 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom, Notting Hill
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                                        Apartment in Colville, London · 3.25 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 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Kensington High Street and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hyde Park.

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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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