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Merit Kensington Hotel

4.0 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of Stamford Bridge Stadium

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Premium suite double/twin with a garden view | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Reception
Premium suite double/twin with a garden view | Terrace/patio
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Hair dryer
The price is $167
includes taxes & fees
$140 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

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Superior Quadruple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Budget Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Budget Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium suite double/twin with a garden view | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premium suite double/twin with a garden view

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Superior Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Budget Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi
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Air conditioning
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8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
The price is $150
includes taxes & fees
$125 per night
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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About the neighborhood

Map
12, 16-18 & 24 Penywern Road, Earls Court, London, England, SW5 9SU

What's nearby

  • Stamford Bridge Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Hyde Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Buckingham Palace - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Big Ben - 10 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 31 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 64 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 65 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 86 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 94 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 96 min drive
  • West Brompton Station - 7 min walk
  • Kensington (Olympia) Station - 21 min walk
  • Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station - 22 min walk
  • Earl's Court Station - 4 min walk
  • West Brompton Underground Station - 7 min walk
  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Courtfield - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Over Under Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Merit Kensington Hotel

When you stay at Merit Kensington Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum. This Victorian hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Westfield London Shopping Centre and Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Earl's Court Station is 4 minutes and West Brompton Underground Station is 7 minutes.

Languages

Arabic, Bulgarian, English, French, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Urdu

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 25 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [16-18 Penywern Road, London SW5 9SU]
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking
  • Street parking available

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 100 per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17 per person

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel
Merit Kensington Hotel London
Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Does Merit Kensington Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Merit Kensington Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Merit Kensington Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Merit Kensington Hotel?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Merit Kensington Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Merit Kensington Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Stamford Bridge Stadium (1.2 mi) and Hyde Park (1.4 mi), along with Buckingham Palace (2.7 mi) and Piccadilly Circus (3.1 mi).
What's the area around Merit Kensington Hotel like?
Merit Kensington Hotel is in London City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Earl's Court Station and 14 minutes' walk from Kensington High Street. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Priscilla, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

8-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Lisa, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Don, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Don, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Avoid at all costs !! Horrible experience. This is a scam. We booked this hotel for 7 days but they gave us a room that resembles a prison cell and with Double bed and no room to put our luggage, let alone put a baby bed in the room !! Despite that, they refuse to refund the entire stay !! This is illegal. I will press charges.
Hatim, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michelle, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Yuka, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Pauline, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay!
Allison, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Poor Hygiene
The bed was covered in someones or dogs hair, told the reception and all they said was we are sorry, didnt offer any kind of revolution and didnt really seemed bothered after showing pictures, easy stay not bad for location but that was the only plus
Kriss, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was the second year in a row staying at the Merit. We loved it so much, we came back. It's very well located and the staff is friendly and it's also very clean.
Mary Louise, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and beautiful, clean, large rooms. Couldn’t have asked for better
Andrea, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ciara, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and large bedroom. Bathroom very small for 2 people. Breakfast very good.
Lindsay, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Raul, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

roger, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Not a four-star
Traveler beware - this hotel is next to a primary school, and my room shared a wall with the music room. Every weekday morning at 8am I was greeted by the "charming" plonking of a piano and 30 schoolchildren singing Disney songs at high volume. This is not the hotel's fault, but it IS something to be aware of when booking rooms. I would have requested a room change, but as I was in town for business, I was usually already awake by that hour anyway. What I do blame the hotel for was the thick smell of musty damp in the room - I had to buy a perfume spray at Boots just to mask the odor. Perhaps because there was no fan in the bathroom to vent the shower steam. Additionally, the shampoo and body wash bottles were low-quality mismatched brands clearly from the 80s. For a four-star hotel, I would expect better product, or at least product all from the same provider! Instead, it felt like they were just using up whatever ancient bottles of body wash they had on hand. Finally, the breakfast room is quite small, and though the staff crams you in there (often sharing your table with other guests), it is not adequate for the morning rush, so make sure to arrive early otherwise you may have to wait for a table to open up. Breakfast options were very basic, and often were not replenished speedily enough to keep up with the crowd. To me, this is in no way, shape, or form a four star hotel.
Greta, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rachael, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Raymond, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

A bit mean on the check out time, hotel staff knocked our room door at 11:10 am while we prepared to leave the room for checking out. Hotel location is very good as it only takes 5 minutes walk from Earl’s Court Station.
Kwok, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Herbert, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel! Very clean and luxurious! Would highly recommend!
Kaylyn, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Douglas, 7-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Very comfortable rooms with excellent AC and shower."
Reasons to Book
Spacious Rooms & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM