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Princes Gardens

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with a restaurant, steps from Science Museum

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Restaurant
Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Pool
Property grounds
Princes Gardens, in the city center, offers a peaceful escape near Victoria and Albert Museum and Royal Albert Hall. Visitors can enjoy morning coffee at two cafes, stroll through the garden, or relax at the bar. Free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected during their stay.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Watts Way, London, England, SW7 1BA

What's nearby

  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hyde Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Natural History Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • West Brompton Station - 5 min drive
  • South Kensington Underground Station - 8 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Verdi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Billionaire Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Natural History Museum Member's Room - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Speckled Hen Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪V&A Main Café - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Princes Gardens

Upscale bed & breakfast near Science Museum
Located close to Victoria and Albert Museum and Natural History Museum, Princes Gardens provides a grocery/convenience store, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and access to a nearby health club
  • A vending machine, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • A computer station, ATM/banking services, and multilingual staff
Room features
All 722 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi, desk chairs, and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (GBP 25 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's pool (surcharge) is open from 7 AM-8 PM on weekdays and from 8 AM-4 PM on weekends.
Children under 16 years old are allowed in the pool from 9-11 AM on Saturday and Sunday and must be accompanied by an adult.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 25 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children under 8 years old are allowed in the pool from 9 to 11 on a Saturday or Sunday and must be accompanied by an adult.

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation Hostel London
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation Hostel
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation London
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation
Prince's Garns Campus Accommo
Princes Gardens London
Prince's Gardens Campus Accommodation
Prince's Gardens (Campus Accommodation)
Princes Gardens Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Princes Gardens Hostel/Backpacker accommodation London

Frequently asked questions

Is Princes Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Princes Gardens?

Self parking is available for GBP 25 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Princes Gardens?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Princes Gardens?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Princes Gardens located?

Located in London City Centre, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Science Museum, Kensington Gardens, and Royal Albert Hall. Hyde Park and Victoria and Albert Museum are also within 10 minutes. South Kensington Underground Station is 8 minutes by foot and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 13 minutes.

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Reviews

Princes Gardens Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 480 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 480 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 480 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 480 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 480 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay it’s walking distance from museums and food
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bridget Mary

Great location close to museums. great breakfasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great area!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area is close to Museums and dining places.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and super friendly people!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool place to stay in the center of South Kensington.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very convenient to mass transit. It is a super nice area near Hyde Park and all the museums.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place I stayed was very close to almost every thing transportation, museums and mostly known places to see.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was a very great holiday and thank you for Your Service.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoshiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a summer lodging of the college, meant for students but renting out to guests of all ages 18+. Excellent location to go around the city or stroll to many of nearby parks. Perfect for a solo traveler with tight budget.
Private shower
Bathroom with a large cabinet space
Closet with shelves. Also there was a 3-drawer cabinet
Study area
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely experience staying at Imperial College. Thje room was clean, bright and had everything I needed for an overnight stay. And the staff were very lovely and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, free wifi, accessibility was fair. Bed was high gor a wheelchair user, bed wasnt comfortable however the location was a good trade off close to museums and hyde park
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well presented, and the perfect location for an overnight stay for the Proms. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to a lot of museums
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic but comfortable accommodation in easy reach of the Royal Albert Hall.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and pleasant location. Quiet night stay - most important thing. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nasrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to museums, art galleries, busing, underground stations, Harrods, Hyde park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Nauman

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Good, single room. Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Noel

Liked: Amenities
Close to the museums
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pawel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brian Aadam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has many ammenities, front end staff needs to give more explanation, close enough to metro and bus stops.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

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