Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel

Luxury hotel with restaurant, near Natural History Museum

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Located in the heart of Kensington, Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel offers an upscale retreat. Take advantage of dry cleaning services, enjoy Hispania Kensington's international cuisine and fitness enthusiasts will appreciate the gym. With helpful staff and top-notch amenities like 24-hour business center and luggage storage nearby attractions such as Natural History Museum are easily accessible.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$190 nightly
$228 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Historic luxury design
Discover Victorian splendor in this luxury hotel nestled within a historical district. Architecture lovers will appreciate the stunning period details.
Foodie paradise
A restaurant with full breakfast awaits hungry travelers. The hotel bar offers a perfect spot to unwind after a day of adventures.
Premium sleep experience
Luxurious guestrooms feature premium bedding with Frette Italian sheets, and blackout drapes. A minibar awaits for late-night refreshments.

Room options

Showing 18 of 18 rooms
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Honeysuckle Suite

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Classic Single Room | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Classic Single Room | View from room
Classic Single Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Classic Single Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Single Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Room (Cosy) | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Room (Cosy) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Room (Cosy) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Room (Cosy) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Room (Cosy)

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Premium King Room | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium King Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Premium King Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Premium King Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premium King Room

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
View from room
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room (2AD+1CH)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite (2AD+1CH)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Honeysuckle Suite (2+1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Strawberry Thief Master Suite | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Strawberry Thief Master Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Strawberry Thief Master Suite (2+1)

Highlights

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

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Premium King Size Bed

  • Sleeps 3

Honeysuckle Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Strawberry Thief Master Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Strawberry Thief Master Suite (2+1)

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
61 Gloucester Road, Kensington, London, England, SW7 4PE

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Imperial College London - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Natural History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hyde Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 39 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 65 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 89 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 93 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 97 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 113 min drive
  • West Brompton Station - 20 min walk
  • Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station - 28 min walk
  • Kensington (Olympia) Station - 29 min walk
  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 2 min walk
  • South Kensington Underground Station - 10 min walk
  • Earl's Court Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Club Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Natural History Museum and Science Museum. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Hispania Kensington, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers like that it's just a short walk to public transportation: Gloucester Road Underground Station is 2 minutes away and South Kensington Underground Station is 10 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 81 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (76 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1789
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Digital TV channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

Hispania Kensington - This brasserie serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Ecostars, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 22 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • There is a service fee of 5 percent

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard
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.

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

Does Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection 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 Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

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

Is parking offered on site at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Are there restaurants at or near Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Hispania Kensington.

What's the area around Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel like?

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Gloucester Road Underground Station and 9 minutes' walk from Kensington High Street. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and superb by multiple guests. (13 reviews)
  • Breakfast was very good and dining staff were attentive and very helpful. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel and very nice and professional staff
Miguel A, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was a breeze and all staff were fantastic
Kristy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was excellent the best hotel ever
Lucia M Meza, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The service was lovely and the room was delightful! What a treat!
Jaiminee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Classy and comfortable atmosphere. Very helpful staff.
Jim, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing hotel staff couldn’t do enough for you and gorgeous rooms great location
Emily, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were immaculate and perfect, even our smaller single rooms. The staff were amazing and attentive, from the reception to the breakfast team. Carolina in particular was very welcoming and ensured she did everything she could to make our check in experience as smooth as possible.
Rhys, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely interiors, great location, friendly staff
Mira, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice property
Cigdem, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic
Maxine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location with easy access to transportation
Daniela, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, close to tube and Albert Hall
Nadezda, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had an excellent experience at Melia. The staff were very kind and always helpful with questions. Check in and check out were very smooth. The room was very comfortable. The location was great too. Out of the more crowded areas of the city and near a tube stop with good food nearby. Would definitely return.
Christina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, close to Gloucester Road and South Kensington tube stations. Lovely area.
Rita, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Pros: good location, a room was clean Cons: not worth of monay overall. You will find better value for the monay at same area from the other hotel.
Johanna, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great central hotel with great customer service. Would stay there again
Mahshid, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice boutique hotel. Classy and modern design of the hotel and rooms. Many amenities in the room. Never seen this class products before. Staff very friendly and helpful. Location is nice and central in south Kensington.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yes! Jaime was above and beyond! Very nice and courteous!
alma, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bathrooms could have been better
Khuram, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property and staff were excellent. Very convenient and walkable to most attractions
Romero, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All staff super attentive, beautiful property
Katie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing time at this hotel
Cindy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the restaurant in the hotel. Cosy and the food was amazing
Emmanuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was convenient, the staff was very friendly, the hotel was clean and quiet
Denise, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, great breakfast package- wonderful location. Room is a bit snug, but fit out needs well. Pillows and bed were not the best-
Jason, 7-night trip