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Merit Kensington Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Stamford Bridge Stadium

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Restaurant
Premium suite double/twin with a garden view
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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12, 16-18 & 24 Penywern Road, Earls Court, London, England, SW5 9SU
  • Place, Cromwell Road
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Stamford Bridge Stadium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Budget Single Room

Budget Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Budget Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium suite double/twin with a garden view

Premium suite double/twin with a garden view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Quadruple Room

Superior Quadruple Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

London

City center retreat .Your stay at this London City Centre hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Stamford Bridge Stadium and Hyde Park. Also, Buckingham Palace is within 3 miles (5 km) and Piccadilly Circus is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington High Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Holland Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Stamford Bridge Stadium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hyde Park - 6 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Earl's Court Station - 4 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 7 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paul - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Courtfield - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Blackbird, Earl's Court - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Merit Kensington Hotel

4-star Victorian hotel near Stamford Bridge Stadium
Merit Kensington Hotel offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces.
  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Elevator
Merit Kensington Hotel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 17 per person

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [16-18 Penywern Road, London SW5 9SU]

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 100 per stay

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 17 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel

Merit Kensington Hotel London

Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

How close is Merit Kensington Hotel to the airport?

Merit Kensington Hotel is 13.8 mi (65-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Merit Kensington Hotel?

As of May 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merit Kensington Hotel on Jun 8, 2026 start from CA $136, excluding 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.

Does Merit Kensington Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Merit Kensington Hotel.

Does Merit Kensington Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Merit Kensington Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 17 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Merit Kensington Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Merit Kensington Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Merit Kensington Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Merit Kensington Hotel have a pool?

Merit Kensington Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Merit Kensington Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Merit Kensington Hotel to downtown London?

Merit Kensington Hotel is 3 mi away from London.

Merit Kensington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 794 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 794 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 794 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 794 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 794 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Yelena

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jiruyu

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Emily

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bathroom rubbish. Mirror hanging off the wall. Had to climb in the bath to put the plug in - poorly designed. Plug broke and unable to enjoy a bath as water flowing through - reported to staff. Hairs in the bath. Staff not friendly - not friendly on check in our check out. No apology for room malfunctions. Bedroom nicely decorated but tv on side wall. Unable to watch in bed. No sound on certain channels - no sound on bbc1 Would not recommend, much nicer hotels same area for same price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

DANIEL SEONGSU

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Sana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The bathroom had an unpleasant smell even though it appeared clean. I was also unable to control the air conditioning from my room, which made the stay less comfortable. However, the staff were very helpful and supportive throughout my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Geeda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great value
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Cora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I read a lot of negative reviews online about this hotel after booking and it made me really nervous but I’m pleased to report there were no rats as reported the money deposit was in my account before I go on the train home the staff whilst at times were blunt were also very helpful with what I asked of them the hotel was clean and modern the bathroom even had heated flooring I was in the smallest room available which was a single bed room but there was still enough room to move around and was typical of a single room in any British hotel I’ve stayed in. The location was amazing in the beautiful Earl’s Court and the station was only a couple of minutes walk round the corner I write this to ease the mind of future visitors I would 100% visit again. Great value for money in a beautiful London hotel. My absolute only discrimination would be that in my particular room they could’ve hoovered up a bit better and under the bed wasn’t hoovered at all but again for £50-60 a night in a London hotel which is very modern and in a great location I am overwhelmed with value for my money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Macauley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Modern, clean room with a great location. Only negative was the fact it was a bit warm! But that’s personal preference. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shah

Nice room everyone was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good clean and modern rooms. Location is excellent. Literally around the corner from Earls Court tube and area around in Earls has a nice independent bars and restaurants. Would definitely use again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kulzam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean modern room, very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

shaun

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Margup, Seattle

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ousama

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very modern, clean and quiet. Staff were very friendly. Great location and safe.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Goto

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous staff, very helpful. Small, but clean room, comfortable bed. Very close to amenities. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
I paid for an executive suite as a Christmas present my daughter, room 109. It was very disappointing to have a view of drain pipes and the sound of flushing toilets from other rooms. There was also a dripping sound from the bathroom constantly which kept us awake all night. We were then woken at 8am by housekeeping hoovering outside the door. I told reception on our checking out and he thanked me for letting them know and said he would send maintenance. He never apologized. It was a very disappointing experience and I would like an apology.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ellaa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very safe location and walkable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025