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Gloucester Terrace Gem
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Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.27 km from centre

    7.6

     

    31 reviews

    Located in London, 1.6 km from The Serpentine, 2 km from Madame Tussauds and 2.1 km from Portobello Road Market, Gloucester Terrace Gem provides accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property is around 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall, 2.4 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 3 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is 3.1 km from the city centre and 300 metres from Paddington Station.

    The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen 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 provided in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

    Harrods is 3.1 km from the apartment, while South Kensington Underground Station is 3.2 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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    Design studio in Paddington GT
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    Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.17 km from centre

      Situated in London, 1.6 km from The Serpentine, 2.1 km from Madame Tussauds and 2.2 km from Portobello Road Market, Design studio in Paddington GT features accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property is set 2.4 km from Lord's Cricket Ground, 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall and 2.9 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is 400 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.1 km of the city centre.

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

      Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

      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 Design studio in Paddington GT.

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      Bright apartment near Hyde Park Sleeps 4
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      Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.17 km from centre

        7.1

         

        28 reviews

        In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Bright apartment near Hyde Park Sleeps 4 has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is situated 2.1 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.2 km from Portobello Road Market and 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 3.1 km from the city centre and 400 metres from Paddington Station.

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

        Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.4 km from the apartment, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from Bright apartment near Hyde Park Sleeps 4.

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        Bright apartment near Hyde Park
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        Apartment in London City Centre, London · 2.17 km from centre

          7.3

           

          15 reviews

          In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Bright apartment near Hyde Park has free WiFi and a washing machine. It is set 2.1 km from Madame Tussauds and offers a lift. The property is 400 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.1 km of the city centre.

          This apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, a living room and a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven and a microwave. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

          Portobello Road Market is 2.2 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 1.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from Bright apartment near Hyde Park.

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          Bright central flat close to Hyde park
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          Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.17 km from centre

            8.6

             

            87 reviews

            In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Bright central flat close to Hyde park features free WiFi and a washing machine. The property has city views and is 2 km from Madame Tussauds and 2.2 km from Portobello Road Market. The property is 3.1 km from the city centre and 300 metres from Paddington Station.

            The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, a living room, a dining area and a well-appointed kitchenette with an oven. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

            Royal Albert Hall is 1.6 km from the apartment, while Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.4 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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            The Gloucester Studio In Paddington
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            Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.22 km from centre

              Situated in London, 1.6 km from The Serpentine and 2 km from Madame Tussauds, The Gloucester Studio In Paddington provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a TV. It is set 2.1 km from Portobello Road Market and features a lift. The property is 3.1 km from the city centre and 400 metres from Paddington Station.

              The apartment has 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with bathrobes and a hair dryer. The accommodation is non-smoking.

              Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.3 km from The Gloucester Studio In Paddington, while Royal Albert Hall is 1.8 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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              Hyde Park Heights
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              Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.16 km from centre

                8.0

                 

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                Situated in London, 1.5 km from The Serpentine and 2.1 km from Madame Tussauds, Hyde Park Heights offers air conditioning. The property is around 2.2 km from Portobello Road Market, 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall and 2.4 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is 3.1 km from the city centre and 300 metres from Paddington Station.

                With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking.

                Victoria and Albert Museum is 2.9 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                Veeve - Little Lancaster
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                Apartment in Lancaster Gate, London · 2.17 km from centre

                  Veeve - Little Lancaster is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 2 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.2 km from Portobello Road Market and 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall. It is situated 1.5 km from The Serpentine and features free WiFi plus a lift. The property is 300 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.1 km of the city centre.

                  The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with an a bath or shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                  Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.4 km from the apartment, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 2.9 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                  The Old Shoemaker's Shop
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                  Holiday home in Battersea, London · 3.03 km from centre

                    8.6

                     

                    12 reviews

                    The Old Shoemaker's Shop is set in the Wandsworth district of London, 3.7 km from O2 Academy Brixton, 4 km from Victoria Train Station and 4.1 km from Victoria Underground Station. The property is situated 4.2 km from South Kensington Underground Station, 4.3 km from Buckingham Palace and 4.4 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Clapham Junction is 2.2 km away.

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

                    Harrods is 4.5 km from the holiday home, while Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC is 4.7 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                    Veeve - The Maida Vale Garden Apartment
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                    Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.59 km from centre

                      In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Lord's Cricket Ground, Veeve - The Maida Vale Garden Apartment has free WiFi and a washing machine. This apartment features accommodation with a patio. Portobello Road Market is 3.1 km from the apartment and London Zoo is 3.1 km away.

                      The spacious apartment features 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a TV.

                      Paddington Station is 1.6 km from the apartment, while Madame Tussauds is 2.5 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                      Liam Place near Hyde Park - 1 Double Bed, 1 Sofa Bed, Spacious Apartment, Private Entrance
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                      Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.38 km from centre

                        7.0

                         

                        40 reviews

                        In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Liam Place near Hyde Park - 1 Double Bed, 1 Sofa Bed, Spacious Apartment, Private Entrance has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is around 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 3.2 km from the city centre and 500 metres from Paddington Station.

                        The spacious apartment is composed of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is available. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                        Royal Albert Hall is 2 km from the apartment, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 3 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                        Two bedroom apartment in Paddington, London
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                        Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.20 km from centre

                          8.7

                           

                          50 reviews

                          In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Two bedroom apartment in Paddington, London has free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is around 2 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.2 km from Portobello Road Market and 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall. The property is 3.1 km from the city centre and 300 metres from Paddington Station.

                          The spacious apartment features 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 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. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                          Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.4 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.1 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                          Veeve - Garden Square Serenity
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                          Apartment in Little Venice, London · 3.52 km from centre

                            9.7

                             

                            3 reviews

                            Set in London, 1.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground, 1.5 km from Paddington Station and 2.5 km from Madame Tussauds, Veeve - Garden Square Serenity offers accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. It is located 3 km from Portobello Road Market and provides a lift. London Zoo is 3 km away and The Serpentine is 3.1 km from the apartment.

                            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 an a bath or shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.

                            Regents Park is 3.3 km from the apartment, while Royal Albert Hall is 3.9 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                            Paddington - Central London 2 Bedroom Apartment
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                            Apartment in London City Centre, London · 2.11 km from centre

                              Offering free WiFi, Paddington - Central London 2 Bedroom Apartment is set in the centre of London within 500 metres of Paddington Station and 1.5 km from The Serpentine. This apartment is 1.7 km from Royal Albert Hall and 2.5 km from Lord's Cricket ...

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                              Pass the Keys Lovely Apartment in Battersea
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                              Apartment in Wandsworth, London · 2.61 km from centre

                                7.8

                                 

                                9 reviews

                                Pass the Keys Lovely Apartment in Battersea, a property with a garden, is set in London, 3.3 km from Victoria Train Station, 3.3 km from South Kensington Underground Station, as well as 3.4 km from Victoria Underground Station. The accommodation is 2...

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                                Airy Studio flat in Paddington, 5 min to tube
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                                Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.20 km from centre

                                  In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, Airy Studio flat in Paddington, 5 min to tube features free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is set 2 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.2 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is 3.1 km from the city centre and 400 metres from Paddington Station.

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

                                  Royal Albert Hall is 1.8 km from the apartment, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 18 km from Airy Studio flat in Paddington, 5 min to tube.

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                                  Premium flat in Paddington
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                                  Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.17 km from centre

                                    8.0

                                     

                                    78 reviews

                                    Premium flat in Paddington is set in the Westminster Borough district of London, 2.1 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.2 km from Portobello Road Market and 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall. It is situated 1.5 km from The Serpentine and features a lift. The property is 300 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.1 km of the city centre.

                                    Featuring a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, each unit also comes with a satellite flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, wardrobe and a seating area with a sofa. With a private bathroom fitted with a bath and a hair dryer, units at the apartment complex also boast free WiFi. At the apartment complex, each unit has bed linen and towels.

                                    Lord's Cricket Ground is 2.4 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3 km from the property. London City Airport is 19 km away.

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                                    1 Bedroom Central London Apartment - All yours !
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                                    Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.20 km from centre

                                      10.0

                                       

                                      1 review

                                      In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to The Serpentine, 1 Bedroom Central London Apartment - All yours! features free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is around 2 km from Madame Tussauds, 2.2 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground. The property is 300 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3.1 km of the city centre.

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

                                      Royal Albert Hall is 1.7 km from the apartment, while Victoria and Albert Museum is 3 km away. London City Airport is 18 km from the property.

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                                      Paddington High End Apartment
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                                      Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.41 km from centre

                                        9.0

                                         

                                        2 reviews

                                        Paddington High End Apartment in London features accommodation with free WiFi, 1.9 km from The Serpentine, 2 km from Portobello Road Market and 2.1 km from Madame Tussauds. The property is around 2.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground, 1.9 km from Royal Albert Hall and 3 km from Regents Park. The property is 3.2 km from the city centre and 300 metres from Paddington Station.

                                        The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

                                        Victoria and Albert Museum is 3.1 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3.2 km from the property. London City Airport is 18 km away.

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                                        Paddington Apartments
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                                        Apartment in Bayswater, London · 2.08 km from centre

                                          Set in London, 1.4 km from The Serpentine, 2.2 km from Madame Tussauds and 2.3 km from Portobello Road Market, Paddington Apartments offers accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property is situated 1.6 km from Royal Albert Hall, 2.6 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 2.7 km from Victoria and Albert Museum. The property is 500 metres from Paddington Station, and within 3 km of the city centre.

                                          The spacious apartment comes with 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and oven, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                          South Kensington Underground Station is 3 km from the apartment, while Harrods is 3 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 19 km from Paddington Apartments.

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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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