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The Cleveland Arms II
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Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.35 km from centre

    Set in London, 1.8 km from The Serpentine and 1.9 km from Portobello Road Market, The Cleveland Arms II provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. The property is located 2.5 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.7 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 1.8 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 3.3 km from the city centre and 500 metres from Paddington Station.

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

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

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    Steps From Hyde Park 2br 2bath Sleeps 6
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    Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.54 km from centre

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      20 reviews

      Set in the centre of London, Steps From Hyde Park 2br 2bath Sleeps 6 offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. The property is around 1.7 km from Portobello Road Market, 1.9 km from The Serpentine and 2.2 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is non-smoking and is located 600 metres from Paddington Station.

      The spacious apartment has a TV and a living room. The kitchen comes with kitchenware.

      Madame Tussauds is 2.3 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 2.7 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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      GuestReady - Luxurious house near Hyde Park
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      Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.04 km from centre

        GuestReady - Luxurious house near Hyde Park in London features accommodation with free WiFi, 1.5 km from The Serpentine, 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall and 2.5 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is situated 2.5 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.9 km from Victoria and Albert Museum and 2.9 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is 3.1 km from the city centre and 700 metres from Paddington Station.

        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. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

        South Kensington Underground Station is 3.1 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 18 km from GuestReady - Luxurious house near Hyde Park.

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        Cosy 1 bed in Central London available
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        Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.22 km from centre

          7.5

           

          2 reviews

          In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Cosy 1 bed in Central London available has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is around 2.1 km from Madame Tussauds, 2 km from Portobello Road Market and 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 3.2 km from the city centre and 400 metres from Paddington Station.

          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.

          Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.5 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.2 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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          Studio 1 min from paddington
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          Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.51 km from centre

            9.0

             

            2 reviews

            Studio 1 min from paddington in London features accommodation with free WiFi, 1.8 km from Portobello Road Market, 1.9 km from The Serpentine and 2.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is around 2.4 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.6 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3.3 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is 3.4 km from the city centre and 600 metres from Paddington Station.

            The apartment is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

            Regents Park is 3.3 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.4 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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            Beautiful trendy apartment sleeps 4
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            Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.60 km from centre

              Beautiful trendy apartment sleeps 4 is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.5 km from Paddington Station, 2.7 km from Madame Tussauds and 2.9 km from Portobello Road Market. The property is set 3.2 km from London Zoo, 3.3 km from The Serpentine and 3.6 km from Regents Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lord's Cricket Ground is 1.5 km away.

              The spacious apartment features a patio, 1 bedroom, a living room and a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven. The accommodation is non-smoking.

              Oxford Street is 3.7 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 4.2 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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              Beautifully Refurbished Studio, Central Location
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              Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.29 km from centre

                7.0

                 

                15 reviews

                Situated in London, near The Serpentine, Portobello Road Market and Royal Albert Hall, Beautifully Refurbished Studio, Central Location features free WiFi. The property is around 2.2 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.5 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 3.3 km from Harrods. The property is 3.2 km from the city centre and 500 metres from Paddington Station.

                This apartment has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                South Kensington Underground Station is 3.3 km from the apartment, while Natural History Museum is 3.5 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                Amazing Modern Studio, Prestigious Paddington
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                Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.29 km from centre

                  7.0

                   

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                  Amazing Modern Studio, Prestigious Paddington in London provides accommodation with free WiFi, 1.7 km from The Serpentine, 2.1 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.2 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is located 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall, 2.5 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 3.1 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is 500 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.2 km of the city centre.

                  The apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen 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 provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                  Harrods is 3.3 km from the apartment, while South Kensington Underground Station is 3.3 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                  Fascinating 1 BDR Apt w Terrace, Paddington
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                  Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.29 km from centre

                    7.0

                     

                    4 reviews

                    Fascinating 1 BDR Apt w Terrace, Paddington has a balcony and is situated in London, within just 1.7 km of The Serpentine and 1.9 km of Portobello Road Market. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a patio. The property is 500 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.2 km of the city centre.

                    With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment features a TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                    Madame Tussauds is 2.2 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 1.7 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                    Immensely beautiful Studio, 5 min to Paddington
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                    Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.29 km from centre

                      7.0

                       

                      4 reviews

                      Set in London, near The Serpentine, Portobello Road Market and Royal Albert Hall, Immensely beautiful Studio, 5 min to Paddington features free WiFi. The property is around 2.2 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.5 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 3.3 km from Harrods. The property is 3.2 km from the city centre and 500 metres from Paddington Station.

                      The apartment includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                      South Kensington Underground Station is 3.3 km from Immensely beautiful Studio, 5 min to Paddington, while Natural History Museum is 3.5 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                      Renovated Bright 1 BDR Apt,Sought-After Paddington
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                      Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.29 km from centre

                        7.9

                         

                        7 reviews

                        In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Renovated Bright 1 BDR Apt, Sought-After Paddington features free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is around 1.9 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.2 km from Madame Tussauds and 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 500 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.2 km of the city centre.

                        The 1-bedroom apartment comes 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 featured in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                        Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.5 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.3 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                        Perfect Self-Contained Radiant Studio with Patio
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                        Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.29 km from centre

                          In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Perfect Self-Contained Radiant Studio with Patio has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is situated 1.9 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.2 km from Madame Tussauds and 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 400 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.2 km of the city centre.

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

                          Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.5 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.3 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                          2-bed flat in Paddington - Hyde Park
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                          Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.22 km from centre

                            Located in the centre of London, just 400 metres from Paddington Station and 1.7 km from The Serpentine, 2-bed flat in Paddington - Hyde Park provides accommodation with city views and free WiFi. The property is situated 2.1 km from Portobello Road Market, 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall and 2.5 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.1 km from Madame Tussauds.

                            The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a 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.

                            A casino is also available for guests at the apartment.

                            Victoria and Albert Museum is 3 km from 2-bed flat in Paddington - Hyde Park, while Harrods is 3.2 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                            Masha - Luxury Apartment next to Hyde Park
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                            Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.24 km from centre

                              9.5

                               

                              2 reviews

                              In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Masha - Luxury Apartment next to Hyde Park features free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is located 2.1 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.2 km from Madame Tussauds and 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 400 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.2 km of the city centre.

                              Providing a terrace and garden views, the spacious apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms with a bath. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                              Dining options are available close to the apartment.

                              Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.5 km from Masha - Luxury Apartment next to Hyde Park, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 3 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                              Luxury Apartment in Central London zone 1
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                              Apartment in Little Venice, London · 2.96 km from centre

                                Luxury Apartment in Central London zone 1 is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.5 km from Lord's Cricket Ground, 2.2 km from Madame Tussauds and 1.8 km from Portobello Road Market. The property is around 2.8 km from The Serpentine, 3.1 km from Regents Park and 3.3 km from London Zoo. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is less than 1 km away.

                                This apartment comes with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                Royal Albert Hall is 3.6 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 4.4 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                                Stylish Flat in Paddington, London
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                                Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.62 km from centre

                                  In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Portobello Road Market, Stylish Flat in Paddington, London features free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is located 1.9 km from The Serpentine, 1.9 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 2.2 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is 600 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.5 km of the city centre.

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

                                  Royal Albert Hall is 2.7 km from the apartment, while Regents Park is 3.1 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                                  Devonshire Terrace - 2 Bedroom Apartment
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                                  Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.24 km from centre

                                    7.0

                                     

                                    1 review

                                    Offering free WiFi and city views, Devonshire Terrace - 2 Bedroom Apartment is an accommodation situated in London, just 1.7 km from The Serpentine and 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is located 2.1 km from Portobello Road Market, 2.1 km from Madame Tussauds and 2.5 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is 400 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.2 km of the city centre.

                                    The spacious 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 available in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                    Victoria and Albert Museum is 3 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.2 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                                    Beautiful Hyde Park Flat by Lancaster Gate Station with Private Back Patio
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                                    Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.11 km from centre

                                      7.6

                                       

                                      8 reviews

                                      Beautiful Hyde Park Flat by Lancaster Gate Station with Private Back Patio features accommodation situated 3.1 km from the centre of London and provides a garden and a terrace. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a patio. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Paddington Station is 500 metres away.

                                      The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, 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.

                                      The Serpentine is 1.5 km from the apartment, while Madame Tussauds is 2.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from Beautiful Hyde Park Flat by Lancaster Gate Station with Private Back Patio.

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                                      Spacious 1 BR flat with private garden. Ideal for business travelers and couples. 2 mins away from Paddington station.
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                                      Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.46 km from centre

                                        9.3

                                         

                                        3 reviews

                                        In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Spacious 1 BR flat with private garden. Ideal for business travelers and couples. 2 mins away from Paddington station. Features a garden, free WiFi and a washing machine. This apartment provides accommodation with a patio. The property is 500 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.3 km of the city centre.

                                        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 inner courtyard views. This apartment also provides guests with a balcony that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                        Portobello Road Market is 1.9 km from the apartment, while Madame Tussauds is 2.3 km away. London City Airport is 19 km from the property.

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                                        Stylish Hyde Park Gem - Private Conservatory 2B/2B
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                                        Apartment in London City Centre, London · 2.46 km from centre

                                          Attractively set in the centre of London, Stylish Hyde Park Gem - Private Conservatory 2B/2B is within a short distance of Paddington Station and The Serpentine. This apartment is 2.5 km from Madame Tussauds and 2.8 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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