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Maida Vale Escape - Newly Refurbished
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Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.44 km from centre

    Boasting city views, Maida Vale Escape - Newly Refurbished offers accommodation with a casino and a patio, around 2.2 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. It is set 2.3 km from Paddington Station and features a lift. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Portobello Road Market is 1.8 km away.

    The apartment features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. A TV is offered. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

    Guests at Maida Vale Escape - Newly Refurbished will be able to enjoy activities in and around London, like cycling.

    Madame Tussauds is 3.3 km from the accommodation, while The Serpentine is 3.6 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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    Hyde Park apartment
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    Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.14 km from centre

      Hyde Park apartment is located 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 lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 3.7 km from the city centre and 1.3 km from Paddington Station.

      The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

      Lord's Cricket Ground is 3 km from the apartment, while Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.3 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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      Superb apartment next to Hyde Park
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      Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.16 km from centre

        8.8

         

        7 reviews

        In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Portobello Road Market, Superb apartment next to Hyde Park features free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is located 1.9 km from The Serpentine, 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall and 2.9 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is 3.7 km from the city centre and 1.3 km from Paddington Station.

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

        Dining options are available close to the apartment.

        Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.3 km from Superb apartment next to Hyde Park, while Natural History Museum is 3.5 km away. London City Airport is 20 km from the property.

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        Kensington Gardens 2 bedroom flat with a balcony
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        Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.03 km from centre

          8.8

           

          5 reviews

          In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Portobello Road Market, Kensington Gardens 2 bedroom flat with a balcony features free WiFi and a washing machine. This apartment offers accommodation with a patio. The property is 3.6 km from the city centre and 1.3 km from Paddington Station.

          The spacious apartment with a balcony and city views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

          The Serpentine is 1.7 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 1.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 20 km from Kensington Gardens 2 bedroom flat with a balcony.

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          Kensington Gardens 2 bedroom flat with a balcony
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          Holiday home in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.03 km from centre

            7.3

             

            15 reviews

            In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Portobello Road Market, Kensington Gardens 2 bedroom flat with a balcony has free WiFi and a washing machine. This holiday home features accommodation with a patio. The property is 3.6 km from the city centre and 1.1 km from Paddington Station.

            The 2-bedroom holiday home features a living room with a TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The accommodation is non-smoking.

            The Serpentine is 1.7 km from the holiday home, while Royal Albert Hall is 1.5 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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            Stylish Hyde Park Apartment
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            Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.14 km from centre

              In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Portobello Road Market, Stylish Hyde Park Apartment has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is around 1.9 km from The Serpentine, 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is 3.7 km from the city centre and 1.3 km from Paddington Station.

              The apartment is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is available. The accommodation is non-smoking.

              Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.3 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 3.5 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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              Stylish flat near Hyde Park
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              Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.29 km from centre

                7.3

                 

                17 reviews

                Situated in London, 1.4 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.5 km from The Serpentine, Stylish flat near Hyde Park features city views and free WiFi. The property is around 1.8 km from Royal Albert Hall, 2.9 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 3.2 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. The property is 1.2 km from Paddington Station, and within 3.7 km of the city centre.

                The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                Natural History Museum is 3.4 km from the apartment, while South Kensington Underground Station is 3.8 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                Amazing Flat In The Heart of Vauxhall
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                Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.49 km from centre

                  Amazing Flat In The Heart of Vauxhall is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 2.1 km from Lord's Cricket Ground, 1.6 km from Portobello Road Market and 3 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is located 3.3 km from The Serpentine, 3.6 km from London Zoo and 3.9 km from Regents Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 1.8 km away.

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

                  Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

                  Royal Albert Hall is 4.1 km from the apartment, while Olympia Exhibition Centre is 4.7 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                  Blueground Bayswater balcony wd nr parks LON-642
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                  Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.06 km from centre

                    Set in London, 1.7 km from Portobello Road Market, 1.8 km from The Serpentine and 1.5 km from Royal Albert Hall, Blueground Bayswater balcony wd nr parks LON-642 offers accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. It is located 3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and provides a lift. The property is 3.6 km from the city centre and 1.2 km from Paddington Station.

                    The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                    Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.4 km from Blueground Bayswater balcony wd nr parks LON-642, while Natural History Museum is 3.6 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                    Comfortable flat near Chelsea and Kings road
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                    Apartment in Battersea, London · 2.33 km from centre

                      9.3

                       

                      3 reviews

                      Comfortable flat near Chelsea and Kings road is situated in the Wandsworth district of London, 2.5 km from South Kensington Underground Station, 2.9 km from Victoria and Albert Museum and 3.3 km from Harrods. The property is set 3.3 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC, 3.6 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.8 km from Victoria Train Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Clapham Junction is 1.6 km away.

                      The spacious apartment has 3 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 apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                      Victoria Underground Station is 3.9 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 4 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 18 km from Comfortable flat near Chelsea and Kings road.

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                      Blueground Nine Elms gym roof nr bars LON-255
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                      Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.06 km from centre

                        In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Portobello Road Market, Blueground Nine Elms gym roof nr bars LON-255 features free WiFi and a washing machine. It is located 1.8 km from The Serpentine and provides a lift. The property is 3.6 km from the city centre and 1.2 km from Paddington Station.

                        The spacious apartment is equipped with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with city views. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                        Royal Albert Hall is 1.5 km from the apartment, while Lord's Cricket Ground is 3 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                        Blueground Bayswater move-in-ready w furniture LON-588
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                        Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.66 km from centre

                          Offering city views, Blueground Bayswater move-in-ready w furniture LON-588 is an accommodation located in London, 1.3 km from Paddington Station and 2.5 km from The Serpentine. The property is situated 2.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground, 2.8 km from Madame Tussauds and 3.1 km from Royal Albert Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Portobello Road Market is 1.2 km away.

                          The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                          Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.6 km from Blueground Bayswater move-in-ready w furniture LON-588, while Natural History Museum is 3.8 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                          New 1Bed with AC near Portobello
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                          Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.66 km from centre

                            9.6

                             

                            6 reviews

                            Located in London, 1.3 km from Paddington Station and 2.5 km from The Serpentine, New 1Bed with AC near Portobello offers air conditioning. The property is around 2.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground, 2.8 km from Madame Tussauds and 3.1 km from Royal Albert Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Portobello Road Market is 1.2 km away.

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

                            Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.5 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 3.8 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                            Luxury Two Bedroom Apartment in Bayswater
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                            Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.57 km from centre

                              9.3

                               

                              22 reviews

                              In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Portobello Road Market, Luxury Two Bedroom Apartment in Bayswater has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is around 2.6 km from The Serpentine, 3 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is 1.3 km from Paddington Station, and within 3.9 km of the city centre.

                              The spacious apartment has 2 separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                              Madame Tussauds is 3.1 km from the apartment, while Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.4 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                              Westbourne Grove Apartments
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                              Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.59 km from centre

                                Westbourne Grove Apartments is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.1 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.5 km from The Serpentine and 2.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is around 2.7 km from Madame Tussauds, 3.1 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.5 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. The property is 1.2 km from Paddington Station, and within 3.9 km of the city centre.

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

                                Natural History Museum is 3.7 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 4 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                                Deluxe 2-Bed Apartment with 24 Hour Security & Private Terrace
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                                Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.41 km from centre

                                  7.5

                                   

                                  2 reviews

                                  Boasting accommodation with a terrace, Deluxe 2-Bed Apartment with 24 Hour Security & Private Terrace is situated in London. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.8 km from Portobello Road Market.

                                  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 walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                                  Guests can also relax in the garden.

                                  Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.2 km from the apartment, while Paddington Station is 2.3 km from the property. London City Airport is 20 km away.

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                                  2-bedroom apartment near Royal Oak and Portobello road
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                                  Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.40 km from centre

                                    2-bedroom apartment near Royal Oak and Portobello road is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 2.2 km from Lord's Cricket Ground, 2.3 km from Paddington Station and 3.3 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is located 3.6 km from The Serpentine, 3.9 km from London Zoo and 4.4 km from Royal Albert Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Portobello Road Market is 1.8 km away.

                                    The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                    Olympia Exhibition Centre is 4.9 km from 2-bedroom apartment near Royal Oak and Portobello road, while Regents Park is 4.9 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                                    Modern 1Bed Flat in Maida Hill Near Notting Hill and Kensington Gardens
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                                    Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.40 km from centre

                                      Boasting accommodation with a balcony, Modern 1Bed Flat in Maida Hill Near Notting Hill and Kensington Gardens is set in London. It is situated 2.2 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and offers a lift. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Portobello Road Market is 1.8 km away.

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

                                      Paddington Station is 2.3 km from the apartment, while Madame Tussauds is 3.3 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                                      Veeve - The Westbourne Grove Apartment
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                                      Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.62 km from centre

                                        Veeve - The Westbourne Grove Apartment is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 2.5 km from The Serpentine, 2.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 2.7 km from Madame Tussauds. It is set 1.2 km from Paddington Station and offers free WiFi plus a lift. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.1 km from Portobello Road Market.

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

                                        Royal Albert Hall is 3.1 km from the apartment, while Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.5 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                                        Hyde Park Superior Suite - The Ultimate Getaway
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                                        Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.20 km from centre

                                          In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Portobello Road Market, Hyde Park Superior Suite - The Ultimate Getaway features free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is around 2 km from The Serpentine, 1.9 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is 1.4 km from Paddington Station, and within 3.7 km of the city centre.

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

                                          Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.3 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 3.6 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 20 km from Hyde Park Superior Suite - The Ultimate Getaway.

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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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