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Luxury Spacious 700square feet Central London Flat
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Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.54 km from centre

    9.7

     

    3 reviews

    In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Paddington Station, Luxury Spacious 700square feet Central London Flat has a terrace and a washing machine. The property is located 1.8 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.9 km from Madame Tussauds and 3.3 km from London Zoo. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lord's Cricket Ground is 1.7 km away.

    The spacious apartment with a balcony and garden views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a bath. The accommodation is non-smoking.

    The Serpentine is 3.5 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 4.3 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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    Lavender hill
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    Apartment in Wandsworth, London · 3.49 km from centre

      7.2

       

      13 reviews

      Lavender hill is situated in the Wandsworth district of London, 3.8 km from O2 Academy Brixton, 4.3 km from Victoria Train Station and 4.4 km from Victoria Underground Station. The accommodation is 1.5 km from the Clapham Junction and has free WiFith...

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      Cosy 1 bed flat - Lavender Hill
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      Apartment in Wandsworth, London · 3.49 km from centre

        Cosy 1 bed flat - Lavender Hill is set in the Wandsworth district of London, 3.8 km from O2 Academy Brixton, 4.3 km from Victoria Train Station and 4.4 km from Victoria Underground Station. The accommodation is 1.5 km from the Clapham Junction and ha...

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        Stylish Maida Vale Flat near Warwick Avenue
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        Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.62 km from centre

          Stylish Maida Vale Flat near Warwick Avenue is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.9 km from Paddington Station, 1.9 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.9 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is around 3.4 km from London Zoo, 3.5 km from The Serpentine and 4.3 km from Royal Albert Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lord's Cricket Ground is 1.8 km away.

          The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a 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 offered in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

          Regents Park is 4.5 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 5.1 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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          Timeless Hyde Park Maisonette, 3BR, 2BA and Lounge
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          Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.20 km from centre

            10.0

             

            1 review

            In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Timeless Hyde Park Maisonette, 3BR, 2BA and Lounge features free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is set 1.8 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.4 km from Madame Tussauds and 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 3.4 km from the city centre and 700 metres from Paddington Station.

            The spacious apartment comes with 3 separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. The accommodation is non-smoking.

            Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.8 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.5 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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            Homely 3 bedroom house with a garden in Battersea
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            Apartment in Battersea, London · 3.22 km from centre

              8.8

               

              4 reviews

              Offering a garden and garden view, Homely 3 bedroom house with a garden in Battersea is located in London, 4 km from O2 Academy Brixton and 4.3 km from Victoria Train Station. The property is around 4.4 km from Victoria Underground Station, 4.5 km from South Kensington Underground Station and 4.7 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Clapham Junction is 2 km away.

              The spacious apartment comes with 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV 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. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

              Buckingham Palace is 4.8 km from the apartment, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 4.9 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from Homely 3 bedroom house with a garden in Battersea.

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              Queensway Apartment Close to Paddington Station, Hyde Park
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              Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.24 km from centre

                9.1

                 

                8 reviews

                In a central area of London, set within a short distance of Paddington Station and The Serpentine, Queensway Apartment Close to Paddington Station, Hyde Park offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and kettle. The property has quiet street views and is 1.8 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.4 km from Madame Tussauds. The accommodation offers a lift and full-day security for guests.

                The spacious apartment with a terrace 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 bath. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                Royal Albert Hall is 1.7 km from the apartment, while Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.8 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                The Hyde Park Atelier - Bright & Spacious 2BR
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                Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.20 km from centre

                  Located in the centre of London, The Hyde Park Atelier - Bright & Spacious 2BR provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. This recently renovated apartment is located 700 metres from Paddington Station and 1.9 km from The Serpentine. Royal Albert Hall is 1.7 km away and Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.8 km from the apartment.

                  The apartment is composed of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                  Portobello Road Market is 1.8 km from the apartment, while Madame Tussauds is 2.4 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                  London Hyde-Park
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                  Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.12 km from centre

                    In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, London Hyde-Park has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is situated 1.9 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.4 km from Madame Tussauds and 2.7 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is 3.4 km from the city centre and 800 metres from Paddington Station.

                    The apartment is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                    Royal Albert Hall is 1.7 km from the apartment, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 3.3 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                    2 bedroom apartment Maida Vale
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                    Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.25 km from centre

                      2 bedroom apartment Maida Vale is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.9 km from Portobello Road Market, 1.8 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 3.1 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is located 3.3 km from The Serpentine, 4 km from Regents Park and 4.3 km from Royal Albert Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 1.4 km away.

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

                      London Zoo is 4.4 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 4.9 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                      London W2 Studio apartment for three
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                      Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.82 km from centre

                        9.0

                         

                        3 reviews

                        London W2 Studio apartment for three is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.5 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, 3.2 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.9 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is less than 1 km away.

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

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

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                        London City Stay
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                        Apartment in London City Centre, London · 1.96 km from centre

                          8.9

                           

                          9 reviews

                          London City Stay is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.7 km from The Serpentine, 2.1 km from Portobello Road Market and 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall. This apartment offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi. The property is less than 1 km from Paddington Station, and within 3.3 km of the city centre.

                          Madame Tussauds is 2.7 km from the apartment, while Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 20 km from London City Stay.

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                          Cozy one bedroom apartment next to Paddington
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                          Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.12 km from centre

                            9.1

                             

                            32 reviews

                            Offering free WiFi and quiet street views, Cozy one bedroom apartment next to Paddington is an accommodation located in a central area of London, just 600 metres from Paddington Station and 1.8 km from The Serpentine. It is situated 2.3 km from Madame Tussauds and provides a lift. The property is non-smoking and is set 2 km from Portobello Road Market.

                            The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. This apartment also provides guests with a balcony that doubles up as an outdoor dining area.

                            Royal Albert Hall is 1.6 km from the apartment, while Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.7 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                            Boutique Contemporary Hyde Park Flat
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                            Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.22 km from centre

                              10.0

                               

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                              In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Boutique Contemporary Hyde Park Flat has free WiFi and a washing machine. It is set 1.8 km from Portobello Road Market and offers a lift. The property is 3.4 km from the city centre and 700 metres from Paddington Station.

                              The apartment with a patio 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 bidet. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                              Madame Tussauds is 2.4 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 1.7 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                              One Bedroom Apartment with Tranquil Sanctuary
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                              Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.56 km from centre

                                10.0

                                 

                                1 review

                                One Bedroom Apartment with Tranquil Sanctuary is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.8 km from Paddington Station, 1.8 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.8 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is situated 3.3 km from London Zoo, 3.4 km from The Serpentine and 4.2 km from Royal Albert Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lord's Cricket Ground is 1.7 km away.

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

                                Regents Park is 4.4 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 5 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                                The Paddington Rooms
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                                Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.29 km from centre

                                  Located in London, near The Serpentine, Portobello Road Market and Royal Albert Hall, The Paddington Rooms features free WiFi. The property is set 2.5 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.9 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 3.4 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is less than 1 km from Paddington Station, and within 3.5 km of the city centre.

                                  The apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking.

                                  South Kensington Underground Station is 3.6 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.6 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from The Paddington Rooms.

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                                  Modern Studio Near Hyde Park & Paddington
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                                  Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.80 km from centre

                                    Modern Studio Near Hyde Park & Paddington is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.5 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.4 km from The Serpentine and 2.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is around 2.7 km from Madame Tussauds, 3.2 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.9 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is less than 1 km away.

                                    The 1-bedroom apartment is fitted with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen and 1 bathroom. The accommodation is non-smoking.

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

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                                    Central Trendy Studio, 5 min to Bayswater Tube St
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                                    Apartment in London City Centre, London · 2.33 km from centre

                                      Set in the centre of London, less than 1 km from Paddington Station and 2 km from The Serpentine, Central Trendy Studio, 5 min to Bayswater Tube St offers free WiFi. This apartment is 2.9 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 1.9 km from Royal Albert Hall.

                                      The apartment includes 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a fridge, as well as a kettle. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment.

                                      Portobello Road Market is 1.7 km from the apartment, while Madame Tussauds is 2.6 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from Central Trendy Studio, 5 min to Bayswater Tube St.

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                                      GuestReady - Fabulous studio in London
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                                      Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.33 km from centre

                                        7.0

                                         

                                        1 review

                                        GuestReady - Fabulous studio in London is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 2 km from The Serpentine, 1.7 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.5 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is situated 1.8 km from Royal Albert Hall, 2.8 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 3.4 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is 3.5 km from the city centre and 800 metres from Paddington Station.

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

                                        Harrods is 3.6 km from the apartment, while South Kensington Underground Station is 3.6 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                                        Calm and Cosy Apartment in Central London
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                                        Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.57 km from centre

                                          In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Portobello Road Market, Calm and Cosy Apartment in Central London has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is around 2.5 km from The Serpentine, 3 km from Madame Tussauds and 3.2 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is 3.6 km from the city centre and less than 1 km from Paddington Station.

                                          This apartment features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                          Royal Albert Hall is 3.3 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 4.1 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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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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