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Beautiful Studio West Kensington/ Fulham/ Chelsea
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Apartment in North End, London · 2.30 km from centre

    Beautiful Studio West Kensington/ Fulham/ Chelsea features a terrace and is set in London, within just 1.4 km of Olympia Exhibition Centre and 1.6 km of Eventim Apollo. Situated conveniently in the Hammersmith and Fulham district, this apartment offers a garden. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.8 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC.

    The apartment is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

    A bicycle rental service is available at the apartment.

    South Kensington Underground Station is 2.7 km from Beautiful Studio West Kensington/ Fulham/ Chelsea, while Natural History Museum is 3.4 km away. London Heathrow Airport is 20 km from the property.

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    London Studio33
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    Apartment in Battersea, London · 3.20 km from centre

      7.1

       

      9 reviews

      Set in London, 4 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 4.1 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC, London Studio33 offers air conditioning. The property is around 4.5 km from Victoria and Albert Museum, 4.6 km from Natural History Museum and 4.8 km from Harrods. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Clapham Junction is 500 metres away.

      The apartment with a terrace and garden views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bath. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

      Royal Albert Hall is 4.9 km from the apartment, while Olympia Exhibition Centre is 5.6 km from the property. London City Airport is 20 km away.

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      Fulham Broadway - Apartment 2 Rooms
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      Apartment in Fulham Broadway, London · 2.45 km from centre

        Fulham Broadway - Apartment 2 Rooms is located in the Hammersmith and Fulham district of London, 2 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre, 2.3 km from Eventim Apollo and 2.9 km from South Kensington Underground Station. The property is around 3.2 km from Natural History Museum, 3.3 km from Victoria and Albert Museum and 3.8 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.5 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC.

        The apartment is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered. The property offers garden views.

        Harrods is 3.9 km from the apartment, while Clapham Junction is 4.5 km from the property. London Heathrow Airport is 18 km away.

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        GX Property
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        Homestay in Fulham Broadway, London · 2.40 km from centre

          7.0

           

          1 review

          Offering garden views, GX Property is an accommodation set in London, 1.4 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and 2 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. The property is around 2.4 km from Eventim Apollo, 3 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 3.3 km from Natural History Museum. Victoria and Albert Museum is 3.3 km away and Royal Albert Hall is 3.8 km from the homestay.

          The units are equipped with heating facilities.

          Harrods is 3.9 km from the homestay, while Clapham Junction is 4.5 km away. London Heathrow Airport is 18 km from the property.

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          Central 2 Bed Fulham/Kensington
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          Apartment in Fulham Broadway, London · 2.24 km from centre

            Breakfast available

            Central 2 Bed Fulham/Kensington is situated in the Hammersmith and Fulham district of London, 2.1 km from Eventim Apollo, 2.3 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 2.6 km from Natural History Museum. It is set 1.4 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and provides a minimarket. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.5 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre.

            The apartment also offers 1 bathroom.

            Victoria and Albert Museum is 2.7 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 3.2 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 20 km from Central 2 Bed Fulham/Kensington.

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            Kensington Guest Rooms 98
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            Guest house in North End, London · 2.24 km from centre

              7.1

               

              272 reviews

              Kensington Guest Rooms 98 is located in the Hammersmith and Fulham district of London, less than 1 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre, a 17-minute walk from Eventim Apollo and 1.9 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC. It is situated 2.9 km from Natural History Museum and provides luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms.

              Each unit is equipped with a kettle, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi, while some rooms are equipped with a balcony and some have city views. The units include a shared bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen.

              South Kensington Underground Station is 3.3 km from the guest house, while Royal Albert Hall is 3.6 km away. London Heathrow Airport is 17 km from the property.

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              Pass The Keys - Paddington Hidden Gem
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              Holiday home in City of Westminster, London · 3.33 km from centre

                Offering city views, Pass The Keys - Paddington Hidden Gem is an accommodation set in London, 1.3 km from Paddington Station and 2.5 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is around 2.6 km from Portobello Road Market, 3.1 km from The Serpentine and 3.4 km from Regents Park. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground.

                The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a 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 holiday home.

                London Zoo is 3.5 km from the holiday home, while Oxford Street is 3.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from Pass The Keys - Paddington Hidden Gem.

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                Luxury Terrace Penthouse in Fulham-Chelsea
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                Apartment in West Brompton, London · 1.88 km from centre

                  Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace, Luxury Terrace Penthouse in Fulham-Chelsea is set in London. It is located 1.1 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and offers a 24-hour front desk. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

                  This apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 3 bathrooms equipped with a shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                  Olympia Exhibition Centre is 2.3 km from the apartment, while South Kensington Underground Station is 2.6 km away. London Heathrow Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                  Luxury Terrace Penthouse - Fulham Chelsea
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                  Apartment in West Brompton, London · 1.88 km from centre

                    Featuring accommodation with a terrace, Luxury Terrace Penthouse - Fulham Chelsea is set in London. Housed in a building dating from 2011, this apartment is 1.1 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC and 2.3 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift for guests.

                    The air-conditioned apartment is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms. A flat-screen TV is featured. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                    South Kensington Underground Station is 2.6 km from the apartment, while Eventim Apollo is 2.9 km away. London Heathrow Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                    Central London Apartments 8 - Hyde Park
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                    Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.27 km from centre

                      8.0

                       

                      1 review

                      Featuring a spa bath and garden view, Central London Apartments 8 - Hyde Park is located in the centre of London. The property has inner courtyard views and is 1.1 km from Paddington Station and 1.6 km from Portobello Road Market. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

                      The apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and laundry service.

                      A minimarket is available at the apartment.

                      The Serpentine is 1.9 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 1.7 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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                      London Style Apartments 10 - Hyde Park
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                      Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.27 km from centre

                        10.0

                         

                        1 review

                        Offering inner courtyard views, London Style Apartments 10 - Hyde Park is an accommodation located in London, 1.6 km from Portobello Road Market and 1.9 km from The Serpentine. Private parking is available on site. The property is 1.1 km from Paddington Station, and within 3.7 km of the city centre.

                        The apartment is fitted with a cable flat-screen TV. The kitchen comes with an oven, a microwave and a toaster and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                        A minimarket is available at the apartment.

                        Royal Albert Hall is 1.7 km from the apartment, while Madame Tussauds is 3.1 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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                        Central London Apartments 7 - Hyde Park
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                        Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.27 km from centre

                          9.4

                           

                          5 reviews

                          Offering quiet street views, Central London Apartments 7 - Hyde Park is an accommodation set in London, 1.6 km from Portobello Road Market and 1.9 km from The Serpentine. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The property is 3.7 km from the city centre and 1.1 km from Paddington Station.

                          The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with city views. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                          A minimarket is available at the apartment.

                          Royal Albert Hall is 1.7 km from the apartment, while Madame Tussauds is 3.1 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                          Bayswater, Large 1 Bed, Apartment near Hyde Park & Paddington
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                          Apartment in London City Centre, London · 2.41 km from centre

                            8.5

                             

                            12 reviews

                            Bayswater, Large 1 Bed, Apartment near Hyde Park & Paddington is located in the centre of London, just 1 km from Paddington Station and 2.2 km from The Serpentine. Housed in a building dating from 1950, this apartment is 1.7 km from Portobello Road M...

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                            Large Boho Haven in Bayswater
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                            Apartment in London City Centre, London · 2.22 km from centre

                              Conveniently situated in the centre of London, Large Boho Haven in Bayswater is within a short distance of Paddington Station and The Serpentine. This apartment is 2.9 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 1.9 km from Royal Albert Hall.

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                              Apartment in Shepherd's Bush, London · 3.33 km from centre

                                With a stay at this apartment in London (Hammersmith and Fulham), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kensington High Street and Westfield London Shopping Centre. This apartment is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Marble Arch and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Hyde Park.

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                                Charming 1 BR flat near Hyde Park
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                                Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.33 km from centre

                                  10.0

                                   

                                  2 reviews

                                  Charming 1 BR flat near Hyde Park is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 2 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.2 km from Madame Tussauds and 2.4 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. Featuring private parking, the apartment is 1.8 km from The Serpentine. The property is 3.3 km from the city centre and 500 metres from Paddington Station.

                                  This apartment features 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                  Royal Albert Hall is 1.8 km from Charming 1 BR flat near Hyde Park, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 3.1 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                                  Hurlingham Bed and Breakfast
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                                  Bed and breakfast in Fulham, London · 3.46 km from centre

                                    9.3

                                     

                                    29 reviews

                                    Set in London and within 2.5 km of Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC, Hurlingham Bed and Breakfast has a garden, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi. The property features garden views and is 3.2 km from Eventim Apollo and 3.6 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. The accommodation offers a housekeeping service and private check-in and check-out for guests.

                                    At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

                                    The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star bed and breakfast.

                                    Clapham Junction is 3.7 km from the bed and breakfast, while South Kensington Underground Station is 4 km from the property. London Heathrow Airport is 22 km away.

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                                    2 Bed Flat in Central London
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                                    Apartment in London City Centre, London · 3.09 km from centre

                                      2 Bed Flat in Central London is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1 km from Madame Tussauds, 1.2 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 1 km from Paddington Station. The property is around 2 km from Regents Park, 2.4 km from Oxford Street and 2.6 km from The Serpentine. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

                                      The apartment is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms.

                                      Dining options are available close to the apartment.

                                      London Zoo is 2.9 km from 2 Bed Flat in Central London, while Oxford Circus is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 18 km from the accommodation.

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                                      Baker Street Station 2-Bedroom Luxury Dream Flat! Hyde Park, Edgware Road & Oxford Street
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                                      Apartment in Marylebone, London · 3.11 km from centre

                                        9.0

                                         

                                        1 review

                                        Breakfast available

                                        Set in London, less than 1 km from Madame Tussauds and a 14-minute walk from Lord's Cricket Ground, Baker Street Station 2-Bedroom Luxury Dream Flat! Hyde Park, Edgware Road & Oxford Street offers a casino and air conditioning. The property has garden and city views, and is 1 km from Paddington Station. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and currency exchange for guests.

                                        The spacious apartment is located on the ground floor and has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking.

                                        A minimarket is available at the apartment.

                                        For guests with children, the apartment features indoor and outdoor play areas. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Baker Street Station 2-Bedroom Luxury Dream Flat! Hyde Park, Edgware Road & Oxford Street, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby.

                                        Regents Park is 1.9 km from the accommodation, while Oxford Street is 2.3 km from the property. London City Airport is 17 km away.

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                                        Bright 1 Bedroom Apartment Near Edgware Road
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                                        Holiday home in Marylebone, London · 2.80 km from centre

                                          10.0

                                           

                                          1 review

                                          Bright 1 Bedroom Apartment Near Edgware Road is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1 km from Paddington Station, 1.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 1.9 km from The Serpentine. The property is situated 1.9 km from Regents Park, 2.4 km from Oxford Circus and 2.7 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 2.5 km from the city centre and 1 km from Madame Tussauds.

                                          The holiday home is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                          London Zoo is 2.9 km from the holiday home, while Carnaby Street is 3.1 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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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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