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Ellen Kensington

3.5 star property
3.5-star eco-certified hotel near Kensington High Street

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Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
18-26 Barkston Gardens, London, England, SW5 0EN
  • Cromwell Road
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Kensington High Street
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Imperial College London
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Classic Room, Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite (Coronation) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite (Coronation)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

London City Centre stay.Your stay at this London City Centre hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum. Hyde Park and Royal Albert Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kensington High Street - 15 min walk
  • Natural History Museum - 16 min walk
  • Royal Albert Hall - 3 min drive
  • Hyde Park - 4 min drive
  • Stamford Bridge Stadium - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Earl's Court Station - 5 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 10 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Courtfield - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Over Under Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ellen Kensington

3.5-star eco-certified hotel near Kensington High Street
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Ellen Kensington.

This 3.5-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ellen Kensington offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in June 2024.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Portuguese, Romanian

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 50
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 150

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 150 (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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include 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, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Best Western Burns
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ellen Kensington to the airport?

Ellen Kensington is 13.1 mi (62-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 Ellen Kensington?

As of Feb 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ellen Kensington on Feb 23, 2025 start from $163.41, 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 Ellen Kensington have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ellen Kensington.

Does Ellen Kensington offer free breakfast?

Ellen Kensington offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Ellen Kensington?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ellen Kensington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs GBP 50 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Ellen Kensington?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Ellen Kensington have a pool?

Ellen Kensington does not have a pool.

Does Ellen Kensington have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Ellen Kensington have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ellen Kensington to downtown London?

Ellen Kensington is 2.9 mi away from London.

Ellen Kensington Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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