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The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a short walk to Natural History Museum

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Deluxe Room (Twin) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
A striking plant wall greets visitors at this upscale Kensington retreat near Imperial College and the Science Museum. Guests praise the hearty breakfast, attentive staff, gym, and 24-hour business center. The hotel offers dry cleaning, a bar, and two Asian restaurants.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Room options

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Classic Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(192 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Cosy Single Room - Single Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Cosy Single Room - Single Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room (Twin) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room (Twin)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Small Double Bed) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room (Small Double Bed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Signature Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double Room Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Cosy Single Room Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Twin Room Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Double Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Small Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Double With Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Family Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
140 Gloucester Road, London, England, SW7 4QH

What's nearby

  • Imperial College London - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Natural History Museum - 7 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

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 1 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 17 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Club Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop Gloucester Road - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Stanhope Arms - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington

Upscale hotel near Natural History Museum
Near Imperial College London and Victoria and Albert Museum, The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and Asian cuisine. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, meeting rooms, and a living plant wall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 212 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and heated floors, in addition to perks like pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and tubs or showers
  • 55-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and composting

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (GBP 50 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 22.50 for adults and GBP 11.25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Baileys Bar
  • Bombay Brasserie
  • Bugis Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 5 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1876
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heated floor
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 40
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Additional fees of GBP 11.25 apply to children 6-11 for breakfast, when sharing existing bedding with their parent. Fees are collected at the property.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

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
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Children aged 5 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 36.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 22.50 for adults and GBP 11.25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Self parking fee: GBP 50 per day
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 36.00 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)
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

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Hotel Millennium Bailey's
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington?

Self parking is available for GBP 50 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 40 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for GBP 25 (subject to availability).

Does The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of GBP 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cromwell Road, Natural History Museum, and Imperial College London. Kensington High Street and Victoria and Albert Museum are also within 15 minutes. Gloucester Road Underground Station is only a 2-minute walk and South Kensington Underground Station is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1448 out of 2186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 485 out of 2186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 2186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 2186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 2186 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Axel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a fantastic location. Very clean, staff very helpful. Great for transport, coffee shops and restaurants nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness
Every thing was as expected, friendly staff, wonderful breakfasts buffet selection. Will use this hotel again when in the city
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lanae M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to subway and many restaurants. Staff is friendly and rooms are well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. A very easy stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is fabulous! Easy access from Heathrow and so convenient to get around. Quiet room spacious enough for family of four. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
breakfast felt limited ,room was small, staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff, concierge and doorman were fantastic. The location was superb as well..close to shops, underground and restaurants too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dipankar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elegant hotel with clean and spacious rooms. Excellent bathroom. Nice and convenient area with plenty of dining options. Near many museums and London landmarks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, happening location, across from the tube stop…hotel,bar and restaurant are excellent, service top notch…all in all a very happy few days at the Baileys Hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and conveniant to all London has to offer
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful space. Rooms were modernized but in a classic exterior. Every employee was friendly and helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

WAN FANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms and wonderful services with vegan options.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Varinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Hotel… The baths are a little slippery so got to be careful as I slipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a great neighborhood. Excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff. Excellent location across the plaza from Gloucester Td underground station.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

A very quaint property in a lovely area. Very conveniently located
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Room was clean, comfortable and quiet. Location great- right across the street from underground station. Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel Lovely area Quiet Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, excellent dining and bar. It’s a great hub to everywhere!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room, great location opposite the tube station. Continental breakfast offering was good, the cooked breakfast offering sadly didn’t match the standard of the hotel there were lots of options but the quality was lacking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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