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The Best Boutique Hotels in Kensington
Kensington is a calm, residential part of central London that tends to appeal to people who want a quieter stay without sacrificing location. Kensington Palace and the Gardens are on your doorstep, and the Natural History Museum and V&A are close enough to visit without much planning. High Street Kensington has everything you’d need day to day, and you’re well connected to the rest of the city from there. It has a bit more breathing room than some of the busier central neighbourhoods, which for a lot of visitors is exactly what they’re looking for.

The Ampersand
Area: South Kensington
Price: £££
Address: 10 Harrington Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 3ER, Storbritannien
The Ampersand is just around the corner from South Kensington station. Inside, it’s a bright Victorian building where the design takes cues from the big museums nearby. You’ll notice…

The Kensington Hotel
Area: South Kensington
Price: ££££
Address: 109-113 Queen’s Gate, South Kensington, London SW7 5LP, Storbritannien
The Kensington is pretty close to the South Ken tube station and a short walk from the Natural History Museum and the V&A. It gives you that ‘home away from home’ vibe, mostly because…
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The Ampersand — South Kensington
Price: 4-Star Boutique
The Ampersand is just around the corner from South Kensington station. Inside, it’s a bright Victorian building where the design takes cues from the big museums nearby. You’ll notice touches of botany, astronomy, and music woven into the wallpaper and decor.
The music-themed rooms stand out the most if you want something different from plain hotel walls. If you stay here, make time for their afternoon tea downstairs. They bring out dry ice and edible experiments, which makes it far more interesting than a standard tea service.
The Kensington Hotel — South Kensington
Price: 5-Star Luxury
The Kensington is pretty close to the South Ken tube station and a short walk from the Natural History Museum and the V&A. It gives you that ‘home away from home’ vibe, mostly because the main floor is split into three separate living room areas with big fireplaces and giant sofas.
It’s super easy to unwind there after walking around all day. You can grab a spot to read in the lounge, have a drink at the bar, and stay for dinner downstairs.