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Gainsborough Hotel

7-11 Queensberry Place, South Kensington, London, England, SW7 2DL United Kingdom

Boutique London hotel near Natural History Museum

In Kensington
This country house style hotel, set in the Kensington area of London, is 200 metres from the Natural History Museum and 400 metres from the Victoria and Albert Museum. Show more
Hotel bar
Guests can ask multilingual staff at the front desk for information about tours around London; a large breakfast room and a warm bar are also available for use.
Wireless Internet
Gainsborough Hotel's 48 individually-styled, smoke-free guestrooms combine a Victorian decor with modern amenities such as wireless Internet access and satellite TV. Hide

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Standard Single Room
1 twin bed. Cotton sheets. Traditional Victorian-English decor. Wireless Internet access – surcharge. Television – Satellite service. Direct-dial phone. Voice mail. Coffee/tea maker. Complimentary toiletries. In-room safe. Trouser press (available on request).
Standard Double
1 double bed or 2 twin beds. Cotton sheets. Traditional Victorian-English decor. Wireless Internet access – surcharge. High-speed (wired) Internet access – surcharge. Television – Satellite service. Direct-dial phone. Voice mail. Coffee/tea maker. Complimentary toiletries. In-room safe. Trouser press (available on request).
Deluxe Double
1 double bed or 2 twin beds. Individually decorated. Traditional Victorian-English decor. Wireless Internet access – surcharge. High-speed (wired) Internet access – surcharge. Television - Satellite service. Direct-dial phone. Voice mail. Coffee/tea maker. Bathroom with bathtub. Complimentary toiletries. In-room safe. Trouser press (available on request). Air conditioning.
Standard Triple
Cotton sheets. Traditional Victorian-English decor. Wireless Internet access – surcharge. High-speed (wired) Internet access – surcharge. Television – Satellite service. Direct-dial phone. Voice mail. Coffee/tea maker. Complimentary toiletries. In-room safe. Trouser press (available on request).
Deluxe Twin
2 twin beds. Cotton sheets. Desk. In-room safe. Wireless high-speed Internet access (surcharge). Wired high-speed Internet access (surcharge). Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Satellite television service. Pay movies. Direct-dial phone. Voice mail. Coffee/tea maker. Private bathroom. Shower only. Makeup/shaving mirror. Hair dryer. Complimentary toiletries. Iron/ironing board (on request). Window opens. Non-smoking only.
Standard Twin
2 twin beds. Cotton sheets. Desk. In-room safe. Wireless high-speed Internet access (surcharge). Wired high-speed Internet access (surcharge). Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Satellite television service. Pay movies. Direct-dial phone. Voice mail. Coffee/tea maker. Private bathroom. Shower only. Makeup/shaving mirror. Hair dryer. Complimentary toiletries. Iron/ironing board (on request). Window opens. Non-smoking only.
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Property Amenities

Breakfast is available for a surcharge in Gainsborough Hotel's large, bright breakfast room with wood-panelled features and long, heavy drapes. Guests can ask multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk for information about London tours. The Picasso Bar serves drinks in rich, warm surroundings. Guests arriving by car will find public parking facilities 300 metres from the hotel.

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Bar/lounge
  • Elevator/lift
  • Concierge desk
  • Technology helpdesk
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Tour assistance
  • Air-conditioned public areas
  • Business services
  • Technology support staff
  • Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - surcharge
  • Wired (high-speed) Internet access - surcharge
  • Dial-up Internet access - surcharge
  • Airport transportation
  • Room service
  • Luggage storage
  • Babysitting or childcare
  • Laundry facilities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
Gainsborough Hotel, London,  United Kingdom, Property Amenities Exterior

Room Amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Direct-dial phone
  • In-room safe
  • Pay movies
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Wake-up calls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Extra towels/bedding
  • Hair dryer
  • Makeup/shaving mirror
  • Sewing kit
  • Shower only
  • Satellite television service
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Window opens
  • Non-smoking only
  • Desk
  • Voice mail
  • Dial-up Internet access (surcharge)
  • Wireless high-speed Internet access (surcharge)
  • Climate control
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Wired high-speed Internet access (surcharge)

Rooms

The five-floor Gainsborough Hotel, London, features 48 individually-designed guestrooms. All have a Victorian English ambience with rich, warm colours and patterned furnishings and drapes. Traditional decor is combined with modern amenities such as wireless Internet (surcharge), satellite televisions, direct-dial phones, safes, trouser presses (available on request) and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Gainsborough Hotel, London,  United Kingdom, Rooms Standard Single Room

Dining

The hotel does not have its own restaurant, but there are several dining options within the surrounding area.

Nearby restaurants:

Khan's of Kensington

Regency

Gainsborough Hotel, London,  United Kingdom, Dining Restaurant

Hotel Policies & Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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  • Guests departing prior to their scheduled departure date may be subject to an early departure fee.
Policies
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
  • Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit are 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.
  • Pets not allowed
  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Early departure fee charged
  • Cash Deposit Required
Fees
  • The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
    • Deposit: GBP 20 per night
    • Fee for wireless Internet in all public areas: GBP 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
    • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: GBP 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
    • English breakfast fee: GBP 12.00 per person (approximately)
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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Gainsborough Hotel
3.5
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avg. guest rating

out of 72 reviews

Allan from Aberdeen
5.0
out of 5

“short stay”

Superb location and an incredibly good deal.

Jean from Palm Desert, CA
5.0
out of 5

“Interesting Hotel”

The first room I was in was incredibly tiny with no view, no air conditioner and no bath tub. After one night they moved me to another 'single' room but this one was quite a bit larger, still a single bed and no air conditioner but the shower was twice as big as the first one. It faced the street and had a small balcony with french doors that could open for a breeze. So very much better though. The staff was wonderful and very helpful, I would go back any time.

Mary from Cumming, GA
5.0
out of 5

“The location and accommodations were wonderful.”

I found the hotel very staff very friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast offered a wide variety of selections and the English breakfast, which was also offered, was a pleasant addition on several occasions when I wanted eggs. My room was comfortable and of a nice size and the bath had both a large tub and shower. After one visit to the breakfast room, the personnel remembered my food preferences and room number. It certainly made me feel welcome.

Mark from Cairo, Egypt
5.0
out of 5

“Good hotel in great location”

Located in one of the nicest central residential districts. Hotel is small and efficiently run. Rooms are often very small--but that's why you get the location and the general quality at such a reasonable price.

Christine from Portland, OR
5.0
out of 5

“Sweet Deal”

Very nice small hotel. Attractive public areas. Room was small but, this is London and that's the way it is. Had a great bathroom. Water pressure was very good and constant. Access to internet avail in the room. Computer avail for guest use (extra charge). Staff very nice. Room very clean and attractive. Decent room service 24 hrs.

Tyler from Philadelphia
5.0
out of 5

“Fantastic!”

This hotel was fantastic! I would 100% recommend it to anyone.

Mark from Indiana
5.0
out of 5

“Great Stay in London”

This hotel is just minutes from the subway making all the attractions in London very accessible. There are several very good restaurants with in walking distance. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this hotel.

Myra from Baton Rouge, LA
5.0
out of 5

“Clean, friendly and close to food and subway”

The room was clean and the staff very friendly and helpful at all times. It is 3 blocks from South Kenningston Underground Station and there were numerous restaurants, brasseries and pastery shops nearby. Plus the post office and another currence exchange (both 2 blocks)exchanges $ at no commission.

Nan
5.0
out of 5

“Great location”

Very comfortable & quiet room. Nice location near several attractions. Pleasant service.

Sarah from Longmont Colorado
5.0
out of 5

“Small but cozy, like a week at grandma's in a fabulous location”

I found it easy to overlook the room size, slightly tattered bed spread and coldish bathroom because I felt so at home in this hotel. I selected the hotel because it was close to my daughter's dorm/flat but the neighborhood was fantastic. Museums, the tube, and great restaurants, even Harrod's was within easy walking distance. I really enjoyed walking throughout the neighborhood, Hyde Park was a dream during the Fall. I felt safe in the area, and loved being able to grab a quick pastry or gelato on either morning or evening walks. The Natural History museum is great, but popular and crowded....Don't skip the V&A...it's fantastic, and both had gift shops with clever and unique gifts...true of all of London's museums. You can't miss if you cozy up in your room here with the right attitude.

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Gainsborough Hotel

7-11 Queensberry Place , South Kensington London, England , SW7 2DL United Kingdom

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • London Natural History Museum - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
  • London Science Museum - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
  • Imperial College London - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Brompton Oratory - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
  • Royal Albert Hall - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
  • Albert Memorial - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
  • Harrod's - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
  • Kensington Gardens - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
  • Earl's Court Exhibition Centre - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
  • Hyde Park - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
  • Saatchi Gallery - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
  • Kensington Palace - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
  • Sloane Square - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
  • Royal Hospital Chelsea - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi

Location Highlights

  • In historical district
  • In city center
  • In entertainment district

The closest major airports to Gainsborough Hotel are:

London (LCY-London City) - 15.8 km / 9.8 mi

London (LHR-Heathrow) - 19 km / 11.8 mi

London (LGW-Gatwick) - 37.7 km / 23.4 mi

The preferred airport for Gainsborough Hotel is London (LHR-Heathrow).

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre.

Nearest Major Airport:

  • London, England, UK (LHR-Heathrow)

Area:

Kensington - Earl's Court, London, England, United Kingdom: Upscale, residential Kensington is best known for its palace and gardens, and for its major museums in South Kensington —the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, and the V&A. Earl’s Court has a wide selection of budget and mid-range hotels, clustered around Earl’s Court exhibition centre. Its Underground station offers good links (District and Piccadilly lines) with trains running to central London and south-west to Wimbledon.

Gainsborough Hotel

7-11 Queensberry Place , South Kensington London, England , SW7 2DL United Kingdom

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