The Other House South Kensington

Property class: 4
4-star spa hotel near Hyde Park, connected to a rail/subway station

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An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a glass ceiling.
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A cozy dining area with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a large tapestry.
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A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, large windows, and decorative elements.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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15-17 Harrington Gardens, Kensington and Chelsea, London, England, SW7 4JJ
  • Place, Cromwell Road
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Natural History Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

Club Junior (Twin)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Club Eaves

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Club Original

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Club Atrium

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Greater Club Flats

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Mezz

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Turret

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Club Apartments

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Greater Mezz

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Greater Courtyard

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Club Courtyard

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Accessible

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

2 Bedroom Vault

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

3 Bedroom Vault

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

2 Bedroom Club Vault (Lower ground floor)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

3 Bedroom Club Vault(Lower ground floor)

  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds

APARTMENT CLUB

  • Sleeps 10

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About the area

London

Heart of London.Within a 15-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find Natural History Museum and Kensington High Street. Hyde Park and Royal Albert Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Natural History Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Imperial College London - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kensington High Street - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 15 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Stanhope Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Humphrey's Bar & Brasserie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ESQ - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Other House South Kensington

4-star spa hotel near Hyde Park, connected to a rail/subway station
The Other House South Kensington offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 2 meeting rooms available. A 24-hour fitness center, a library, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly The Other House South Kensington.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 237 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Other House South Kensington offers 237 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 48-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 31 for adults and GBP 31 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (43 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to download the property's The Other House mobile app before check-in
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 enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 18 2026 to September 1 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 52.50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 5 children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 31 for adults and GBP 31 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 52.50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 5 children 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Other House
The Other House Kensington
The Other House South Kensington Hotel
The Other House South Kensington London
The Other House South Kensington Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Other House South Kensington to the airport?

The Other House South Kensington is 11.5 mi (60-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Other House South Kensington have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Other House South Kensington.

Does The Other House South Kensington offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Other House South Kensington, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 31 for adults and GBP 31 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Other House South Kensington?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Other House South Kensington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Other House South Kensington?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Other House South Kensington have a pool?

The Other House South Kensington features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Other House South Kensington have a restaurant?

The Other House South Kensington is home to The Other Kitchen, which features brunch.

Does The Other House South Kensington have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body treatments, deep-tissue massages, and body scrubs.

How close is The Other House South Kensington to downtown London?

The Other House South Kensington is 2.6 mi away from London.

The Other House South Kensington Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 352 out of 465 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 465 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 465 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 465 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 465 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay. Definitely staying there again when I go back to London.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, all time favorite place to stay in London.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Royal Albert, lovely well appointed hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the blend of hotel amenities and the privacy and space of a flat. The location is of course amazing for visitors to London
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing. I was only there for 1 night but the 3 bedroom vault felt like a luxury apartment with plenty of room for a family of 4 with teenagers. If I visit London again I will definitely stay here. Multiple restaurants within walking distance and very close to metro.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, beautifully decorated and comfortable rooms and communal areas, lovely club facilities and excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, large room with great amenities. Hotel has gym, spa, and isvin a great and convenient location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic stay. The rooms (flats) are spacious and well equipped. Great decor and lovely location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Absolutely wonderful stay. Beautiful rooms, comfy beds and fantastic atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Great place in a great neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had the best stay! Friendly staff, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were very helpful, especially with directions! The bar and restaurant are very nice. The location is only 3 blocks from the subway.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location of this hotel. It is around the corner to Gloucester Station which has a direct line to most tourist attractions. The neighborhood was also very safe and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location, felt like a home from home, couldn’t recommend it more
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great choice. Worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel and location. Need phones in rooms and earlier service of rooms. Lovely room and staff.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Much too expensive for a normal hotel with a fancy name.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really lovely staff, great vibe, lovely morroccon terraces inside. Cool and different to other hotels.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent. Great place, loads of options for a staycation, really clean, good food and drink options, spa and gym. Good London location. Would recommend to all
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
It was an average room and stay for the price
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best stay definitely a Top 2, you get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay very nice hotel in a excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Outstanding hotel great location love the interior and the staff are more than welcome and friendly. We will definitely stay there again very soon we hope !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026