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Stunning Pimlico first floor balcony flat
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Apartment in Pimlico, London · 2.24 km from centre

    10.0

     

    5 reviews

    Located in the centre of London within less than 1 km from Victoria Train Station and a 11-minute walk of Victoria Underground Station, Stunning Pimlico first floor balcony flat provides accommodation with seating area and a kitchen. The property is around 2.1 km from Big Ben, 1.7 km from Buckingham Palace and 1.9 km from St James's Park. Banqueting House is 2.4 km away and Harrods is 2.9 km from the apartment.

    Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with an outdoor dining area.

    Popular points of interest near the apartment include Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament and Churchill War Rooms. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 17 km from Stunning Pimlico first floor balcony flat.

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    Yenya Terrace
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    Apartment in Westminster, London · 2.41 km from centre

      Yenya Terrace is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 400 metres from Victoria Underground Station, 1.1 km from Westminster Abbey and less than 1 km from Buckingham Palace. The property is around 1.3 km from Churchill War Rooms, 1.8 km from Banqueting House and 2.4 km from Trafalgar Square. The property is 1.4 km from the city centre and 600 metres from Victoria Train Station.

      The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered. The accommodation is non-smoking.

      Popular points of interest near the apartment include St James's Park, Big Ben and Houses of Parliament. London City Airport is 16 km from the property.

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      Central London-Modern Contemporary Flat
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      Apartment in Pimlico, London · 2.41 km from centre

        8.7

         

        26 reviews

        Central London-Modern Contemporary Flat provides accommodation located 1.6 km from the centre of London and offers a terrace and a shared lounge. The property has inner courtyard views and is 500 metres from Victoria Underground Station and 1.2 km from Buckingham Palace. The property is non-smoking and is set 500 metres from Victoria Train Station.

        The apartment with a balcony and city views features 2 bedrooms, 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.

        A minimarket is available at the apartment.

        Popular points of interest near the apartment include Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Houses of Parliament. London City Airport is 17 km away.

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        12 Archer Street
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        Apartment in Soho, London · 3.43 km from centre

          10.0

           

          1 review

          12 Archer Street has a patio and is situated in London, within just 300 metres of Prince Edward Theatre and 300 metres of Prince of Wales Theatre. Popular points of interest nearby include Piccadilly Circus, Piccadilly Theatre and Tottenham Court Road. The property is 500 metres from the city centre and 100 metres from Queen's Theatre.

          The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with inner courtyard views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

          Popular points of interest near the apartment include Leicester Square Underground Station, Arts Theatre and Carnaby Street. London City Airport is 15 km from the property.

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          Double room near the city center
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          Homestay in Nine Elms, London · 3.19 km from centre

            8.0

             

            2 reviews

            Boasting accommodation with a balcony, Double room near the city center is located in London. The property is around 3.4 km from Clapham Junction, 3.8 km from Victoria Train Station and 3.9 km from Westminster Abbey. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.8 km from O2 Academy Brixton.

            Towels and bed linen are available in the homestay.

            Victoria Underground Station is 3.9 km from the homestay, while Big Ben is 4.3 km from the property. London City Airport is 17 km away.

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            Equator Gate
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            Apartment in Westminster, London · 2.95 km from centre

              Equator Gate is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 700 metres from Houses of Parliament, 600 metres from Westminster Abbey and 400 metres from Churchill War Rooms. The property is close to St James's Park, Trafalgar Square and Victoria Underground Station. The property is 700 metres from the city centre and 700 metres from Big Ben.

              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 available. The accommodation is non-smoking.

              Popular points of interest near the apartment include Buckingham Palace, Banqueting House and Victoria Train Station. London City Airport is 15 km from the property.

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              Deluxe location in Vicent Square
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              Apartment in London City Centre, London · 2.83 km from centre

                In a prime location in the centre of London, Deluxe location in Vicent Square is within a short distance of Victoria Train Station and Victoria Underground Station. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a fully equipped kitchenette.

                Popular points of interest near the apartment include Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and Big Ben. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 16 km from Deluxe location in Vicent Square.

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                COBBOLD COURT share flat
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                Homestay in Westminster, London · 2.91 km from centre

                  8.6

                   

                  14 reviews

                  Conveniently set in the Westminster Borough district of London, COBBOLD COURT share flat is located 1.2 km from Big Ben, less than 1 km from Houses of Parliament and a 12-minute walk from Churchill War Rooms. Private parking is available on site. The property is 1.4 km from the city centre and 800 metres from Westminster Abbey.

                  At the homestay, all units come with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a shared bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units will provide guests with a toaster.

                  Popular points of interest near the homestay include Buckingham Palace, Victoria Train Station and Victoria Underground Station. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 15 km from COBBOLD COURT share flat.

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                  SOHO 1bedroom in a shared house send a message to our group TeIee gram manuelhotels
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                  Apartment in London City Centre, London · 3.62 km from centre

                    Located 600 metres from Big Ben and 600 metres from Houses of Parliament, SOHO 1bedroom in a shared house send a message to our group TeIee gram manuelhotels offers accommodation in the centre of London. With free private parking, the property is 60 metres from Banqueting House and 400 metres from Embankment Underground Station.

                    This air-conditioned apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen.

                    Popular points of interest near the apartment include Westminster Abbey, The National Gallery and Churchill War Rooms. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 14 km from SOHO 1bedroom in a shared house send a message to our group TeIee gram manuelhotels.

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                    Sleek 2BDR City Retreat in South West London
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                    Apartment in Nine Elms, London · 3.56 km from centre

                      Sleek 2BDR City Retreat in South West London is located in the Lambeth district of London, 2.9 km from Westminster Abbey, 3 km from Victoria Underground Station and 3.3 km from Big Ben. It is situated 2.9 km from Victoria Train Station and offers a lift. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.5 km from O2 Academy Brixton.

                      The apartment features 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 featured in the apartment.

                      Houses of Parliament is 3.3 km from the apartment, while Churchill War Rooms is 3.4 km away. London City Airport is 16 km from the property.

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                      Modern 2 bed in brilliant St Georges Wharf - Pass the Keys
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                      Apartment in Oval, London · 3.43 km from centre

                        Modern 2 bed in brilliant St Georges Wharf - Pass the Keys is set in the Wandsworth district of London, 2.2 km from Victoria Underground Station, 2.6 km from Big Ben and 2.6 km from Houses of Parliament. It is situated 2.2 km from Westminster Abbey and features a lift. The property is 2.5 km from the city centre and 2.1 km from Victoria Train Station.

                        The apartment has a TV. The apartment also comes with a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, as well as a hair dryer. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                        Churchill War Rooms is 2.7 km from the apartment, while Buckingham Palace is 2.8 km from the property. London City Airport is 15 km away.

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                        Hanover studio
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                        Apartment in London City Centre, London · 3.43 km from centre

                          8.0

                           

                          2 reviews

                          Ideally located in the centre of London, Hanover studio offers a balcony. Private parking is available on site.

                          With direct access to a terrace with garden views, the apartment consists of 1 bedroom and a fully equipped kitchenette. A flat-screen TV...

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                          Bright & spacious apartment in Battersea, London
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                          Apartment in Battersea, London · 3.46 km from centre

                            Bright & spacious apartment in Battersea, London is located in the Wandsworth district of London, 4.4 km from Victoria Underground Station, 4.6 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 4.6 km from Buckingham Palace. With free private parking, the property is 1.5 km from Clapham Junction and 3.8 km from O2 Academy Brixton. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.3 km from Victoria Train Station.

                            Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC is 4.7 km from the apartment, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 5.1 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                            Sussex Gardens, Paddington
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                            Apartment in Paddington, London · 2.70 km from centre

                              9.0

                               

                              4 reviews

                              Breakfast available

                              Featuring 5-star accommodation, Sussex Gardens, Paddington is situated in London, 1.2 km from Madame Tussauds and 1.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is 800 metres from Paddington Station, and within 2.6 km of the city centre.

                              At the apartment complex, every unit is fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, a bath and free toiletries. A dishwasher, an oven and microwave are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, each unit has bed linen and towels.

                              The Serpentine is 1.7 km from the apartment, while Regents Park is 2 km from the property. London City Airport is 17 km away.

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                              Luxury Studio in Victoria, 7 minutes walk to Victoria Station, Room 4
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                              Homestay in Pimlico, London · 2.41 km from centre

                                7.6

                                 

                                70 reviews

                                Luxury Studio in Victoria, 7 minutes walk to Victoria Station, Room 4 is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 700 metres from Victoria Underground Station, 1.4 km from Buckingham Palace and 1.5 km from Westminster Abbey. The property is located 1.8 km from St James's Park, 2 km from Banqueting House and 2.4 km from Harrods. The property is 600 metres from Victoria Train Station, and within 1.7 km of the city centre.

                                The homestay has a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the homestay. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                Popular points of interest near the homestay include Big Ben, Houses of Parliament and Churchill War Rooms. London City Airport is 16 km from the property.

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                                1 bedroom loft in Hyde Park
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                                Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.20 km from centre

                                  7.0

                                   

                                  1 review

                                  1 bedroom loft in Hyde Park is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.6 km from Portobello Road Market, 1.9 km from The Serpentine and 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall. Among the facilities at this property are a concierge service and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 1.3 km from Paddington Station, and within 3.7 km of the city centre.

                                  The spacious apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 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 fridge. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking.

                                  Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.9 km from the apartment, while Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.3 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                                  Stunning rooms by Nine Elms station
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                                  Guest house in Vauxhall, London · 3.56 km from centre

                                    7.8

                                     

                                    130 reviews

                                    Boasting a shared lounge and views of quiet street, Stunning rooms by Nine Elms station is a recently renovated guest house situated in London, 2.4 km from O2 Academy Brixton. It is set 2.7 km from Victoria Train Station and features a shared kitchen. Big Ben is 3.2 km from the guest house and Houses of Parliament is 3.2 km away.

                                    All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including a dishwasher, an oven, a microwave and a toaster. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also available, as well as a kettle. All units have a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen.

                                    Westminster Abbey is 2.8 km from the guest house, while Victoria Underground Station is 2.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 16 km from Stunning rooms by Nine Elms station.

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                                    Newly Renovated One Bedroom Kensington Flat
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                                    Apartment in West Kensington, London · 2.45 km from centre

                                      Located in London (Kensington), Newly Renovated One Bedroom Kensington Flat is within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre. This apartment is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Westfield London Shopping Centre and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Royal Albert Hall.

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                                      Beautiful Three Bedroom House in West London
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                                      Private vacation home in Holland Park, London · 3.25 km from centre

                                        Located in London (Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea), Beautiful Three Bedroom House in West London is steps from Portobello Road Market and a 3-minute drive from Kensington Gardens. This vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Westfield London Shopping Centre and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Kensington High Street.

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                                        Cosy & Chic 1BD Flat - 6 Minutes to Notting Hill!
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                                        Apartment in Pembridge, London · 2.62 km from centre

                                          With a stay at this apartment in London (Notting Hill), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kensington High Street and Hyde Park. This apartment is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Kensington Gardens and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Royal Albert Hall.

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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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