What's Kensington Like?
People go to Kensington to see attractions like Natural History Museum and to explore its green spaces like Hyde Park. Take time to enjoy the neighborhood's museums and selection of cafes. Other popular sights worth a visit include Kensington High Street.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in Kensington?
We have 1575 accommodations in the neighborhood. Here are some of our travelers' favorite places to stay in Kensington:
Blackbird
Hotel with restaurant, bar- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Attentive staff
The Milestone Hotel
Luxury hotel with 2 bars, spa- Free WiFi • Restaurant • Sauna • Fitness center • Attentive staff
Ember Locke Kensington
Hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • Cafe • Garden • 24-hour front desk • Central location
The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Luxury hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness center • Cafe • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel
Luxury hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • Fitness center • 24-hour front desk • Snack bar • Walkable location
How to Get to Kensington
Flying to:
- London City Airport (LCY), 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from Kensington
- Heathrow Airport (LHR), 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Kensington
- Gatwick Airport (LGW), 23.9 mi (38.4 km) from Kensington
Getting to Kensington on Metro
Stations in the neighborhood include:
- High Street Kensington Station
- Notting Hill Gate Underground Station
- Gloucester Road Underground Station
Things to See and Do in and around Kensington
What to See in Kensington
- Hyde Park
- Kensington Palace
- Holland Park
- Kensington Gardens
- Royal Albert Hall
Things to Do in Kensington
- Kensington High Street
- Natural History Museum
- Kensington Church Street
- Design Museum
- Cromwell Road