Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt)

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Meeting facility
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Designer toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Individual)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room (Individual)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
68-86 Cromwell Road, London, England, SW7 5BT

What's nearby

  • Imperial College London - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Natural History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hyde Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 1 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 19 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Club Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Paul - Gloucester - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt)

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Natural History Museum
Located close to Imperial College London and Science Museum, Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt) provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and car rentals on site. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Scoff and Banter, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 215 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 41 per day)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Scoff and Banter

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 12 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1877
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in for prepaid reservations.

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 25.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 41.00 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 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
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Radisson Edwardian Vanderbilt
Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt
Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel
Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel London
Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt London
Radisson Edwardian Blu Vanderbilt
Radisson Edwardian Hotel
Radisson Edwardian Vanderbilt
Radisson Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel
Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt London, England
Radisson Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel London
Radisson Hotel Edwardian Vanderbilt

Frequently asked questions

Is Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt) pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt)?

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

What time is check-out at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt) located?

Located in London City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Natural History Museum, Imperial College London, and Victoria and Albert Museum. Science Museum and Royal Albert Hall are also within 15 minutes. Gloucester Road Underground Station is only a 2-minute walk and South Kensington Underground Station is 9 minutes.

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Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt) Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel location perfect for the Albert hall
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aysegul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely brilliant stay at this hotel,would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel and stay here whenever we are in London.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sally-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect situation to tube station and walking distance to Royal Albert Hall
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, quick tube ride into the centre, lots of stores and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the museums, walking through Knightsbridge and wandering through the embassy district to Albert hall and Hyde park. Very friendly staff and the bar looked nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful property! Great on-site restaurant with great staff. Appreciated having breakfast included. Fantastic breakfast options.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for museums and places to eat
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were with with a large group and the staff was amazing.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay and very convenient for travel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were a family group of 9 travelling together. There was nothing that the staff wouldn’t do to ensure everything ran smoothly from the moment we checked in.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Akosua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great location near Natural History Museum and Royal Albert Hall. Check-in was delayed but Janet at the reception desk was very helpful and offered alternative solutions while my room was being prepared. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness
The Georgian/early Victorian style being retained gives the hotel a grand and comfortable feel. One can feel somewhat pampered in of the public areas especially. Breakfast is a delight, really can set oneself up for the day and at a reasonable price. Bathroom in family room was inadequate but I would stay again but want a different room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room, apart from stairs and the bathroom (Smallest bathroom I have ever seen!) Nice breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. First floor room next to road was very noisy. Nice hotel. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew and mabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a clean hotel located near many restaurants and lovely neighborhood. It felt very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Clean and in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nabil

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family room was spacious enough. The hotel staff were nice, offered storage of luggage. Very close to the train station with places to eat and drink. The area is one of our favorites in London. Recommending this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025