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Gainsborough Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel located steps from Natural History Museum

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In the heart of London, Gainsborough Hotel offers a charming retreat with free in-room WiFi. Explore nearby museums like the Natural History Museum or take advantage of concierge services to plan your day.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
The current price is £66
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Room options

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Budget Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite, No Windows | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Family Suite, No Windows

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 15 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
7-11 Queensberry Place, Kennsington, London, England, SW7 2DL

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington High Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 37 min drive
  • London (LCY-London City) - 59 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 75 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 81 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 91 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 104 min drive
  • Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station - 4 min drive
  • Kensington (Olympia) Station - 4 min drive
  • West Brompton Station - 21 min walk
  • South Kensington Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 7 min walk
  • Earl's Court Station - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Natural History Museum Member's Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Urban Baristas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zetland Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shoty - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Khan's of Kensington - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Gainsborough Hotel

Gainsborough Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum. Also, Kensington High Street and Hyde Park are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: South Kensington Underground Station is 4 minutes and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 7 minutes.

Languages

English, French

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 54 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

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

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
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Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 15.95 for children

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Gainsborough Hotel Hotel
Gainsborough Hotel London
Gainsborough Hotel Hotel London
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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Gainsborough Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Gainsborough Hotel?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Gainsborough Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gainsborough Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What's the area around Gainsborough Hotel like?

Gainsborough Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from South Kensington Underground Station and 11 minutes' walk from Kensington High Street. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Gainsborough Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were a great variety with a good selection of hot and cold choices. (25 reviews)
  • The property's location offers easy access to a variety of nearby restaurants and dining options. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great location, great service, friendly staff… very comfortable. Would stay here again
Ernest, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was super friendly!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great Location, nice clean rooms, quiet Hotel.
Thierry, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Near museums and local eateries.
LESLEY, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice experience and location! The staff were friendly and helpful. Will stay there again.
Prescott, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

Good breakfast
Mary, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It is always the staff interaction that help make a place from acceptable to good - thank you.
Christine, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location, good value for money
Maddalena, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Another great stay here. Superb location and friendly staff. Large room as well for being London.
Elizabeth, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The room and location was perfect for us!
Kristine, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

The hotel was functional and clean, in a nice area with great dining options. The front desk staff was very helpful. Only taking a star off because they double charged us for the room, but they were great as soon as we pointed it out and worked to correct it.
Anouck, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel. Booked a small single room, but it was perfect for my one night and really comfortable with everything I needed. Perfect location. Breakfast was lush too. Will definitely stay again.
Lucy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay, so convenient for Royal Albert Hall. Room very comfortable, continental breakfast in sister hotel across the road was very good. Very attentive and friendly staff in both hotels.
Charlotte, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff at the hotel were polite, friendly and helpful. Room was clean with excellent air conditioning on a very warm night.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Location cleanliness, friendly staff
TAYDE, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The rooms are tiny but the AC gets cold and the room is clean. The location is perfect to explore Kensington. Definitely would stay here again for the price.
Benjamin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Would recommend
Finlay, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A lovely hotel close to everything you need. I stayed here for 6 nights from June 18-25th. The staff was friendly and attentive. The room was cleaned daily and again the staff were friendly and attentive. Would definitely stay here again because it is great location close to museums, public transit and great restaurants.
Lee-Ann, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The location was great. It’s walkable to the underground. Coffee and food options close. Hotel was clean. Staff were friendly.
Tommy, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Easy location to be able to catch up with my daughter and get in and out of central London on the weekend.
Trevor, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice hotel
Lorraine, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Good location.
Derek, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location near major museums in quaint/historic South Kensington with lots of good food options.
Bruce, 6-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location, nice stuff service. But room too tiny and building old probably, even remodeled but still hear and smell a little bit
shuang, 1-night trip