Last-minute hotel deals in South Kensington

Fri 8 May
Mon 11 May
1 room, 2 Guests
Compare deals on Booking.com

Trusted by over 100,000 guests every year since 1999

Fri 8 May
Mon 11 May
room 1

Adults

18+
2

Children

0-17
0
Add another room
usp iconThe best price on last-minute hotel deals.
usp iconThe best choice with thousands of stays worldwide.
usp iconThe best availability, even at the last minute.
usp iconFree cancellation options and fast, friendly support.

South Kensington

Most popular
Sort by

See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates

These properties may not be in the centre of South Kensington, but are nearby and match your search.
Notting Hill - welcoming 2-bed flat
This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.69 km from centre

    Notting Hill - welcoming 2-bed flat is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.3 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.5 km from The Serpentine and 2.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is situated 2.8 km from Madame Tussauds, 3.2 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.6 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 1.3 km away.

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

    Natural History Museum is 3.8 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 4.1 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

    Compare price on Booking.com
    Compare price on Booking.com
    Blueground Bayswater steps to pubs dining LON-93
    This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

    Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.69 km from centre

      Blueground Bayswater steps to pubs dining LON-93 is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.3 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.5 km from The Serpentine and 2.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is set 2.8 km from Madame Tussauds, 3.2 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.6 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 1.3 km away.

      The apartment has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with city views. The accommodation is non-smoking.

      Natural History Museum is 3.8 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 4.1 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

      Compare price on Booking.com
      Compare price on Booking.com
      one bed flat in Westminster central London
      This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

      Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.46 km from centre

        One bed flat in Westminster central London is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.7 km from Paddington Station, 2.1 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 3 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is set 3.3 km from The Serpentine, 3.8 km from London Zoo and 4 km from Regents Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Portobello Road Market is 1.5 km away.

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

        Royal Albert Hall is 4.2 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 4.8 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 20 km from one bed flat in Westminster central London.

        Compare price on Booking.com
        Compare price on Booking.com
        Veeve - Westbourne Curve
        This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

        Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.75 km from centre

          Veeve - Westbourne Curve in London provides accommodation with free WiFi, 1.3 km from Paddington Station, 1.2 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is around 2.6 km from The Serpentine, 2.9 km from Madame Tussauds and 3.5 km from Royal Albert Hall. Harrods is 4.2 km from the apartment and Victoria and Albert Museum is 4.7 km away.

          The 2-bedroom apartment comes with a living room with a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment.

          Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.9 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 4.1 km away. London City Airport is 20 km from the property.

          Compare price on Booking.com
          Compare price on Booking.com
          Peaceful Battersea home with garden.
          This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

          Holiday home in Battersea, London · 3.03 km from centre

            Peaceful Battersea home with garden., a property with a garden, is set in London, 4 km from South Kensington Underground Station, 4 km from O2 Academy Brixton, as well as 4.2 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC. The property is located 4.4 km from Victoria Train Station, 4.4 km from Victoria and Albert Museum and 4.5 km from Victoria Underground Station. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.5 km from Clapham Junction.

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

            Natural History Museum is 4.8 km from the holiday home, while Harrods is 4.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from Peaceful Battersea home with garden..

            Compare price on Booking.com
            Compare price on Booking.com
            Modern flat in Little Venice central London - Pass The Keys
            Full StarFull StarFull StarFull Star
            This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

            Apartment in London City Centre, London · 2.64 km from centre

              Modern flat in Little Venice central London - Pass The Keys is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.2 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.5 km from The Serpentine and 2.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is around 2.8 km from Madame Tussauds, 3.1 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.6 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 1.2 km away.

              The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.

              Natural History Museum is 3.8 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 4.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 20 km from Modern flat in Little Venice central London - Pass The Keys.

              Compare price on Booking.com
              Compare price on Booking.com
              The Bayswater Studio
              Full StarFull StarFull Star
              This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

              Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.82 km from centre

                8.2

                 

                21 reviews

                The Bayswater Studio is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.3 km from Paddington Station, 1.2 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.4 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is located 2.6 km from The Serpentine, 2.9 km from Madame Tussauds and 3.4 km from Royal Albert Hall. Harrods is 4.3 km away and Olympia Exhibition Centre is 6 km from the apartment.

                With free WiFi, this apartment features a satellite flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking.

                Victoria and Albert Museum is 4 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 4.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 20 km from The Bayswater Studio.

                Compare price on Booking.com
                Compare price on Booking.com
                Westbourne Garden Flat
                Full StarFull StarFull StarFull Star
                This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.77 km from centre

                  Featuring accommodation with a terrace, Westbourne Garden Flat is located in London. It is set 1.3 km from Portobello Road Market and provides private check-in and check-out. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 1.3 km away.

                  This apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with an a bath or shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                  Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.4 km from the apartment, while The Serpentine is 2.6 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 20 km from Westbourne Garden Flat.

                  Compare price on Booking.com
                  Compare price on Booking.com
                  Lavish 2 Bedroom Flat with Roof Garden by Hyde Park
                  Full StarFull StarFull StarFull Star
                  This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                  Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.12 km from centre

                    Located in London, 1.7 km from Portobello Road Market, 1.8 km from The Serpentine and 1.5 km from Royal Albert Hall, Lavish 2 Bedroom Flat with Roof Garden by Hyde Park provides accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. It is situated 3.2 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre and features a lift. The property is 3.6 km from the city centre and 1.2 km from Paddington Station.

                    The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                    Natural History Museum is 3.4 km from the apartment, while Lord's Cricket Ground is 3.4 km away. London City Airport is 20 km from the property.

                    Compare price on Booking.com
                    Compare price on Booking.com
                    Charming 2BR Flat in the Heart of Maida Vale
                    Full StarFull StarFull StarFull Star
                    This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                    Apartment in City of Westminster, London · 3.59 km from centre

                      Charming 2BR Flat in the Heart of Maida Vale is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 2.2 km from Lord's Cricket Ground, 1.9 km from Paddington Station and 3.2 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is around 3.4 km from The Serpentine, 3.9 km from London Zoo and 4.1 km from Regents Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Portobello Road Market is 1.7 km away.

                      The accommodation is non-smoking.

                      Royal Albert Hall is 4.3 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 20 km from Charming 2BR Flat in the Heart of Maida Vale.

                      Compare price on Booking.com
                      Compare price on Booking.com
                      Incredibly Nice Comfortable Studio near Hyde Park
                      Full StarFull StarFull StarFull Star
                      This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                      Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.80 km from centre

                        Incredibly Nice Comfortable Studio near Hyde Park is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.2 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 2.6 km from The Serpentine. The property is set 2.9 km from Madame Tussauds, 3.4 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.9 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 1.2 km away.

                        The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with an a bath or shower, a hair dryer and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                        Natural History Museum is 4.1 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 4.2 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

                        Compare price on Booking.com
                        Compare price on Booking.com
                        Welcome London Portobello
                        Full StarFull StarFull StarFull Star
                        This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                        Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.61 km from centre

                          9.9

                           

                          7 reviews

                          In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Paddington Station, Welcome London Portobello features free WiFi and a washing machine. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment has family rooms.

                          At the apartment complex, all units are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also provided in the kitchen, as well as a coffee machine. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

                          Portobello Road Market is 1.2 km from the apartment, while The Serpentine is 2.4 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

                          Compare price on Booking.com
                          Compare price on Booking.com
                          Primestate Hyde Park Apartments
                          Full StarFull StarFull Star
                          This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                          Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.16 km from centre

                            7.8

                             

                            47 reviews

                            Providing city views and free WiFi, Primestate Hyde Park Apartments provides accommodation well set in the centre of London, within a short distance of Paddington Station, Portobello Road Market and The Serpentine. The property is around 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall, 3.3 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre and 3.4 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. Guests can access the apartment via private entrance.

                            Each unit comes with a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels.

                            Natural History Museum is 3.5 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.6 km away. London City Airport is 20 km from the property.

                            Compare price on Booking.com
                            Compare price on Booking.com
                            Great Studio Flat Hyde Park Central London
                            This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                            Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.61 km from centre

                              10.0

                               

                              2 reviews

                              Great Studio Flat Hyde Park Central London is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.2 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.4 km from The Serpentine and 2.5 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is set 2.6 km from Madame Tussauds, 3.1 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.7 km from Natural History Museum. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 1.2 km away.

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

                              Victoria and Albert Museum is 3.8 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 4 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

                              Compare price on Booking.com
                              Compare price on Booking.com
                              Blueground Bayswater nr parks culture hub LON-618
                              Full StarFull StarFull StarFull Star
                              This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                              Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.01 km from centre

                                In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Blueground Bayswater nr parks culture hub LON-618 features free WiFi and a washing machine. It is located 1.9 km from Portobello Road Market and provides a lift. The property is 3.5 km from the city centre and 1 km from Paddington Station.

                                The spacious apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 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.

                                Dining options are available close to the apartment.

                                Royal Albert Hall is 1.5 km from Blueground Bayswater nr parks culture hub LON-618, while Olympia Exhibition Centre is 3.2 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

                                Compare price on Booking.com
                                Compare price on Booking.com
                                Veeve - Whispered Secrets
                                Full StarFull StarFull StarFull Star
                                This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                                Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.82 km from centre

                                  10.0

                                   

                                  1 review

                                  Veeve - Whispered Secrets in London offers accommodation with free WiFi, 1.2 km from Paddington Station, 1.2 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is around 2.9 km from Madame Tussauds, 3.4 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.9 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.6 km from The Serpentine.

                                  The spacious apartment is fitted with 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a washing machine.

                                  Natural History Museum is 4 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 4.2 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

                                  Compare price on Booking.com
                                  Compare price on Booking.com
                                  Elegant one bedroom apartment
                                  Full StarFull StarFull StarFull Star
                                  This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                                  Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.78 km from centre

                                    Elegant one bedroom apartment is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.2 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 2.6 km from The Serpentine. The property is located 2.8 km from Madame Tussauds, 3.4 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.9 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 1.2 km away.

                                    The 1-bedroom apartment is fitted with a living room with a TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                    Victoria and Albert Museum is 4 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 4.1 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

                                    Compare price on Booking.com
                                    Compare price on Booking.com
                                    Large Studio Flat in Bayswater
                                    Full StarFull StarFull StarFull Star
                                    This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                                    Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.64 km from centre

                                      8.1

                                       

                                      25 reviews

                                      Large Studio Flat in Bayswater is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.2 km from Paddington Station, 1.3 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.5 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is situated 2.6 km from The Serpentine, 2.8 km from Madame Tussauds and 3.4 km from Royal Albert Hall. Natural History Museum is 4.3 km from the apartment and Victoria and Albert Museum is 4.6 km away.

                                      With free WiFi, this apartment provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment.

                                      Harrods is 4.2 km from the apartment, while South Kensington Underground Station is 4.2 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

                                      Compare price on Booking.com
                                      Compare price on Booking.com
                                      Lovely Apartment Great monthly stay
                                      This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                                      Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.67 km from centre

                                        Lovely Apartment Great monthly stay is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.3 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.4 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 2.6 km from The Serpentine. The property is set 2.8 km from Madame Tussauds, 3.4 km from Royal Albert Hall and 4 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 1.3 km away.

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

                                        Victoria and Albert Museum is 4 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 4.1 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

                                        Compare price on Booking.com
                                        Compare price on Booking.com
                                        Sunny, 2bed 2bath, garden apartment near Hyde Park
                                        Full StarFull StarFull StarFull Star
                                        This star rating is provided to LateRooms by the property. It is usually determined by an official hotel rating organisation or another third party.

                                        Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.29 km from centre

                                          9.3

                                           

                                          26 reviews

                                          Located in the centre of London, 1.1 km from Paddington Station, the historic Sunny, 2bed 2bath, garden apartment near Hyde Park provides accommodation with free WiFi and a garden. With quiet street views, this accommodation offers a patio. The apartment features a picnic area and a 24-hour front desk.

                                          The spacious apartment with a terrace and garden views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

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

                                          Popular points of interest near Sunny, 2bed 2bath, garden apartment near Hyde Park include Portobello Road Market, The Serpentine and Royal Albert Hall. London City Airport is 20 km away.

                                          Compare price on Booking.com
                                          Compare price on Booking.com

                                          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.
                                          Read more
                                          tripadvisorHG