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Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near Kensington Palace

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Indoor pool
Interior
Exterior
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Property amenity

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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Wrights Lane, Kensington, London, England, W8 5SP
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington Palace
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Albert Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Premium Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(46 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(225 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Single Beds

Suite, 2 Twin Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(76 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Room amenity

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

London

City center stay.Your stay at this London City Centre hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Kensington Palace and Olympia Events. Royal Albert Hall and Buckingham Palace are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kensington High Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cromwell Road - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kensington Palace - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • High Street Kensington Station - 4 min walk
  • Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station - 19 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dishoom Kensington - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Devonshire Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Akira - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG

4-star spa hotel near Kensington Palace
Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A sauna, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 706 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1960
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG offers 706 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Imagine has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (GBP 45 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 17.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 17.95 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 45 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night
  • Facilities fee: GBP 5.00 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; swimming pool; fitness facilities

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Access to all recreational facilities is subject to a surcharge.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 10 years old or younger stays 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Kensington Close
Kensington Close Hotel
Holiday Inn London Kensington Hotel
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Holiday Inn London Kensington High St. an IHG Hotel
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Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 735 out of 1657 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 475 out of 1657 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 233 out of 1657 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 111 out of 1657 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 103 out of 1657 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
V
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great staff, small room

The staff could not have been more friendly or helpful. The location was a bit far out but only a 3 minute walk to a tube stop. The only complaint is that the room is incredibly, incredibly small. Especially the bathroom.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nargis

Good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great central location. Close to the tube station. Quick check in. Rooms very nice maybe a little tired. Plenty of staff all of whom are pleasant and helpful. Starbucks cafe on the ground floor adding to convenience. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large hotel, housing many travelers. Pool area can be crowded and could be attended to more.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Peter, Middlesex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great location, excellent facilities. Pleasant and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bedroom, modern hotel, quiet overnight and very convenient for the underground station.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alva

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

amos

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Understaffed reception desk but hotel generally good and room was also.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daniele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and itnwas quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was practically a board, so prepare if you normally sleep on softer beds. After waiting for 3 hours for check-in because "housekeeping has not released the room yet" I walk into the bathroom to take a shower and notice there is a sign on the wall to put down the anti-slip mat for safety. I look at the mat, and see there is black mold all over the bottom of the mat. Hopefully this was a rare occurance, but double check your mat to be safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Hotel Kensington turned out to be a good choice

We were pleased with the hotel in general. The staff was very friendly, the buffet breakfast was extensive and very good, the concierge was very helpful in helping us book show in Piccadilly circus, it was just a short walk to bus stops and the tube. The room was small, but we were happy to have a king size comfortable bed so that made up for the size of the room. The hotel is in a convenient location and there are some nice restaurants to have dinner within a comfortable walking distance. There is a nice bar too, though we never had a chance to go to it. All in all, it was a good experience and a comfortable hotel, and I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

SABRINA

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel close to Kensington High Street with a pool and a sauna . Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anchal

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Room was exceptionally small, room service actually made our bath dirty somehow so i had to clean it myself. Difficult to comminate woth some staff due to language barrier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can't say enough good things! They were great after a VRBO host bailed on me for no good reason. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Gavin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Leighton

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025