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Gainsborough Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Natural History Museum

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Reception
Reception
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Budget Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Located below ground level
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite, No Windows | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Family Suite, No Windows

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Located below ground level
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7-11 Queensberry Place, Kennsington, London, England, SW7 2DL

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Imperial College London - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kensington High Street - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hyde Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • West Brompton Station - 4 min drive
  • South Kensington Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Natural History Museum Member's Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Urban Baristas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zetland Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shoty - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Khan's of Kensington - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Gainsborough Hotel

Hotel near Natural History Museum
Close to Victoria and Albert Museum and Imperial College London, Gainsborough Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to public transit
Room features
All 54 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and housekeeping

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 15.95 for children

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 15.95 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Gainsborough Hotel Hotel
Gainsborough Hotel London
Gainsborough Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is Gainsborough Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Gainsborough Hotel?

Gainsborough Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Gainsborough Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Gainsborough Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Gainsborough Hotel located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is steps from Cromwell Road and Natural History Museum. Victoria and Albert Museum and Imperial College London are also within 10 minutes. South Kensington Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 7 minutes.

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Gainsborough Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 330 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1011 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Perfect location, good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Another great stay here. Superb location and friendly staff. Large room as well for being London.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

The room and location was perfect for us!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great hotel. Booked a small single room, but it was perfect for my one night and really comfortable with everything I needed. Perfect location. Breakfast was lush too. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Excellent stay, so convenient for Royal Albert Hall. Room very comfortable, continental breakfast in sister hotel across the road was very good. Very attentive and friendly staff in both hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Location cleanliness, friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The rooms are tiny but the AC gets cold and the room is clean. The location is perfect to explore Kensington. Definitely would stay here again for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

The location was great. It’s walkable to the underground. Coffee and food options close. Hotel was clean. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

A lovely hotel close to everything you need. I stayed here for 6 nights from June 18-25th. The staff was friendly and attentive. The room was cleaned daily and again the staff were friendly and attentive. Would definitely stay here again because it is great location close to museums, public transit and great restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Easy location to be able to catch up with my daughter and get in and out of central London on the weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Great location, nice stuff service. But room too tiny and building old probably, even remodeled but still hear and smell a little bit
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

My room was exactly as described and was exceptionally comfortable, especially given the UK was experiencing a heatwave when I stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Great location near major museums in quaint/historic South Kensington with lots of good food options.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Myself & my daughter had a lovely stay. We was greeted by Aiza and she was very polite & attentive to us, explained that the bottled water, hot drinks were complementary in the room. It was my daughter’s birthday & they had put balloons in the room which was unexpected & a lovely touch. Bed was very comfortable & hotel is very close to the museum
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

The hotel is very conveniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Helpful and friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

Very close to tube.. lots of places to eat around it. Comfortable beds, dont forget ur power converter although they had some to borrow
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The staff were so helpful. My husband is a diabetic and needs a fridge to keep his insulin cold. Our room was comfy and clean. Good location, great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice size room. Friendly staff and had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10

Nice clean hotel. Lovely staff. The size of the shower cubicle in our room though was so tiny - I would guess 60x60 so not ideal. Other than that, lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10

Perfect location. Paper thin walls
Stayed 12 nights in May 2025

10/10

It is our second stay at the Gainsborough and we love the area: lots of restaurants, close to the tube, on the Picadilly line so easy to get to and from Heathrow. More than adequate breakfast to start our day and 2 for1 cocktails to end it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025