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Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre

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Classic hotel with a grand entrance, featuring a balcony and white columns.
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Enjoy cooking in the Apple Room's kitchen, featuring a central island, chairs, and a fireplace.
Experience the elegant lobby, featuring a stylish seating area, ornate chandelier, and a cozy fireplace.
Relax in style with a comfortable seating area, reception desk, and elegant chandelier.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is €254
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Room options

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Honeysuckle Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian bed sheets
Bathrobes
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Classic Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Frette Italian bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Room (Cosy)

Room (Cosy)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Frette Italian bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium King Room

Premium King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian bed sheets
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Family Room (2AD+1CH)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite (2AD+1CH)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian bed sheets
Hairdryer
  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Honeysuckle Suite (2+1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian bed sheets
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Strawberry Thief Master Suite (2+1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian bed sheets
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Strawberry Thief Master Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium King Size Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Honeysuckle Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hyde Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Buckingham Palace - 6 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 1 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 19 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Paul - Gloucester - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop Gloucester Road - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel

Luxury hotel near Natural History Museum
Located close to Science Museum and Royal Albert Hall, Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a gym. The on-site restaurant, Hispania Kensington, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business centre are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a lift
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff and a banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff, first-rate property condition and location
Room features
All 81 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and baths or showers
  • HDTVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hispania Kensington

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 76 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1789
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Any other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 20 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Service fee: 5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

Is Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

As of 30 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel on 17 Aug 2025 start from €253.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel located?

Located in London City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Natural History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum and Science Museum. Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Gloucester Road Underground Station is only a 2-minute walk and South Kensington Underground Station is 10 minutes.

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Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 291 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mahshid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great central hotel with great customer service. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romero

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property and staff were excellent. Very convenient and walkable to most attractions
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe quiet area
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is located in a great area. Lots to walk about! Staff at the front desk were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Emiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very excellent !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff super attentive, beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time at this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was convenient, the staff was very friendly, the hotel was clean and quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the restaurant in the hotel. Cosy and the food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was comfortable and quiet. The small cozy room was perfect for me, a single traveler. The rooms were clean and had everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I will stay here again!

I loved this stay. I travelled with my daughter and loved the comfy room, lovely service and amazing location. The hotel is located in one of the best areas of London and we were walking distance to everything we needed: Cafés, supermarket, Underground and amazing restaurantes. I will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the most fabulous property. They had it decorated for Wimbledon and gave us strawberries and cream and a Pims upon arrival. The lobby is beautiful, the room was comfortable, clean, and beautiful! Any request we had was promptly granted and the Italian restaurant, “Da Mario,” within walking distance is a must but make a reservation a day or more before. The Indian restaurant next door was wonderful and super fast for take out. The tube is just across the street less than a block. I loved staying here and would stay here again without a second thought. Excellent staff, too!
Pims and strawberries and cream!
Wimbledon Goodies
Reception
Entryway flowers
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern and clean rooms. Great location (1 min to the underground. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Keira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Melia Hotel is conveniently located just a couple blocks from the subway in the lovely neighborhood of South Kensington. We enjoyed walking to Hyde Park and the History and Science museums. The hotel is a beautiful old building retrofitted with modern amenities and furnishings. The staff was always helpful and quick to assist. The only downsides are the rather small rooms with no closets (just a wardrobe for hanging clothes) and the sound proofing leaves much to be desired. If you’re claustrophobic and/or a light sleeper this might not be the place for you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BEATRIZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location, the hotel is beautiful and comfortable. The staff is really friendly and accomodating. The only issue I did not like is the breakfast in Hispania, the service is very lacking especially from a staff member that could not even fanthom to bring a glass of water, let alone pick up the plates, too expensive for the assortment of food and the service. But the hotel service is excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Underground station is close by. Two supermarkets within 2 minutes by walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Valentina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Balbi

exelente servicio
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience. Will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atikah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay. The hotel is very luxurious. The staff are incredibly friendly. The two ladies on the front desk were very kind. The location is perfect too. Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely property! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Melia. The service was excellent and the location was perfect, as it was close to the tube and lovely restaurants/cafes. We felt very safe in the area. The decor of the hotel was tastefully done. It smelled so good in the lobby and the fresh flowers were such an elegant touch. The breakfast every morning was very delicious as well. The rooms are nicely furnished, but small and cozy. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

M. Basel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value and great service and area . Hotel is in top shape .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hreat
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anisio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at a Meliá hotel in Madrid two years ago and really enjoyed the experience. So, when we saw this one available in Kensington—our favorite spot in London—we decided to give it a try. We were not disappointed. From the timely communication with management, who responded promptly to our questions, to the smooth check in-out process, every aspect of our stay was handled with utmost professionalism. The room was clean and comfortable, the breakfast was superb, and the staff overall was very attentive. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to transportation and several dining options nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024