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Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Front of property
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Reception
1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Honeysuckle Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room (Cosy) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Room (Cosy)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium King Room | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Premium King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Family Room (2AD+1CH)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite (2AD+1CH)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Honeysuckle Suite (2+1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Strawberry Thief Master Suite (2+1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Strawberry Thief Master Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium King Size Bed

  • Sleeps 3

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Honeysuckle Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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The Kensington Hotel

London City Centre
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,000 reviews
$301 nightly
The price is $361
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Located in London City Centre, a neighborhood in London, Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Royal Albert Hall and Buckingham Palace. Don't miss out on a visit to London Eye. Guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Gloucester Road Underground Station is just steps away and South Kensington Underground Station is 10 minutes by foot.
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61 Gloucester Road, Kensington, London, England, SW7 4PE

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hyde Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 1 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 19 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Paul - Gloucester - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Stanhope Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop Gloucester Road - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel

Luxury hotel near Natural History Museum
Located close to Science Museum and Royal Albert Hall, Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym. The on-site restaurant, Hispania Kensington, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and a banquet hall
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
Room features
All 81 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and tubs or showers
  • HDTVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hispania Kensington

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 76 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1789
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 20 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Service fee: 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Stay Safe with Meliá (Meliá)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Rydges Kensington London Hotel
Rydges Hotel London Kensington
Hotel London Kensington managed Meliá
Rydges London Kensington
Hotel London Rydges
Rydges
Rydges Kensington London England
Rydges Kensington London Hotel London
Rydges Kensington Plaza London
Rydges London
London Kensington managed Meliá
Hotel Rydges Kensington Plaza
Melia London Kensington
Hotel London Kensington managed by Melia
Hotel London Kensington managed by Meliá
Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel Hotel
Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel London
Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

As of Aug 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel on Aug 24, 2025 start from $228.52, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel located?

Located in London City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Natural History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, and Science Museum. Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Gloucester Road Underground Station is only a 2-minute walk and South Kensington Underground Station is 10 minutes.

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Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 299 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 299 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 299 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 299 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 299 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mahshid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great central hotel with great customer service. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romero

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property and staff were excellent. Very convenient and walkable to most attractions
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAINIKA

Gorgeous room. Wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Althea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old hotel on an ugly and busy street. Don’t stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe quiet area
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lidija

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rooms were really comfortable and nicely decorated. It had a more unique feel to the place than most hotels. Easy to get anywhere using nearby underground station. Lots of restaurants and shops nearby. It is on a busy road but quiet inside. One thing that was a surprise was the perfume in the lobby but that seems to be a thing in the hotels here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is located in a great area. Lots to walk about! Staff at the front desk were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff super attentive, beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Emiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very excellent !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time at this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was convenient, the staff was very friendly, the hotel was clean and quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the restaurant in the hotel. Cosy and the food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was comfortable and quiet. The small cozy room was perfect for me, a single traveler. The rooms were clean and had everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I will stay here again!

I loved this stay. I travelled with my daughter and loved the comfy room, lovely service and amazing location. The hotel is located in one of the best areas of London and we were walking distance to everything we needed: Cafés, supermarket, Underground and amazing restaurantes. I will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern and clean rooms. Great location (1 min to the underground. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the most fabulous property. They had it decorated for Wimbledon and gave us strawberries and cream and a Pims upon arrival. The lobby is beautiful, the room was comfortable, clean, and beautiful! Any request we had was promptly granted and the Italian restaurant, “Da Mario,” within walking distance is a must but make a reservation a day or more before. The Indian restaurant next door was wonderful and super fast for take out. The tube is just across the street less than a block. I loved staying here and would stay here again without a second thought. Excellent staff, too!
Pims and strawberries and cream!
Wimbledon Goodies
Reception
Entryway flowers
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Keira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Melia Hotel is conveniently located just a couple blocks from the subway in the lovely neighborhood of South Kensington. We enjoyed walking to Hyde Park and the History and Science museums. The hotel is a beautiful old building retrofitted with modern amenities and furnishings. The staff was always helpful and quick to assist. The only downsides are the rather small rooms with no closets (just a wardrobe for hanging clothes) and the sound proofing leaves much to be desired. If you’re claustrophobic and/or a light sleeper this might not be the place for you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BEATRIZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location, the hotel is beautiful and comfortable. The staff is really friendly and accomodating. The only issue I did not like is the breakfast in Hispania, the service is very lacking especially from a staff member that could not even fanthom to bring a glass of water, let alone pick up the plates, too expensive for the assortment of food and the service. But the hotel service is excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Valentina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Balbi

exelente servicio
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Underground station is close by. Two supermarkets within 2 minutes by walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atikah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay. The hotel is very luxurious. The staff are incredibly friendly. The two ladies on the front desk were very kind. The location is perfect too. Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

M. Basel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value and great service and area . Hotel is in top shape .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience. Will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025