Gainsborough Hotel

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

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Reception
Reception
Reception
Exterior
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$357
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr

Room options

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Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Budget Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Located below ground level
Laptop workspace
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Family Suite, No Windows

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Located below ground level
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Imperial College London - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kensington High Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • West Brompton Station - 4 min drive
  • South Kensington Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 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 Royal Albert Hall and Kensington High Street, Gainsborough Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to public transport
Room features
All 54 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews say good things about the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and housekeeping

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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 lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
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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

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

Payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from 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
On-site 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 does it cost to stay at Gainsborough Hotel?

As of 15 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gainsborough Hotel on 18 Apr 2025 start from NZ$357.28, including 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.

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?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Gainsborough Hotel located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is steps away 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. 497 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1013 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Claire

Great location, easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

I particularly liked the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

It was convenient & close to museums, 3 stops from central London. Lovely ambience close by to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celina

Excellent stay, clean confortable triple room. Excellent breakfast. Excellent location to tube,bus, food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

We had an amazing stay, so convenient to the Royal Albert Hall, such a safe area with all of London at your fingertips.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

We enjoyed our four night stay at the Gainsborough. We stayed in a budget room down the stairs and it was very comfortable. Lovely large shower and decent sized bedroom. The area is lovely. A quick walk to the Natural history museum and plenty of restaurants to choose from. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

We loved the Gainsborough Hotel! The staff was friendly and welcoming. The breakfast buffet was delicious. Our room was very clean and comfortable. The location was perfect, just a short walk or underground ride from every where we wanted to visit. With the numerous restaurants, pubs, shops and museums close by the location could not be better!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Good location. Friendly people. Great continental breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Great location. Looks a lot better from the outside than the inside.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

The Gainsborough is located in a very nice, clean, upscale area, and is a very short walk to the South Kensington Underground station. The staff is courteous and accommodating property is very clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ching

Perfect for short trips or if you are in need of somewhere to crash at night. This is not a luxury experience, but it offers all the basic essentials, which is perfect for my work trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

rachel

Great location, really nice room with small balcony, briliant location for Natural History Museum, V A etc and Royal Albert Hall, plus South Ken. Would recommend. Staff REALLY nice thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Lovely spacious rooms, excellent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Great location, walkable, safe, clean, comfortable bed. Didn't like the shower doors, water got through onto the floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Lovely old building, great location - quiet, safe but very convenient for transport, loads of eateries and museums/ places of interest.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Excellent value for money in a very desirable part of town, kind staff, and very practical rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Excellent standard of room since the refurbishment. Very close to museums and Hyde Park. Brilliant area for evening dining options too.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

claire

An enjoyable stay. Convenient location, minutes to the underground. Friendly and helpful reception staff. Complimentary refreshments in the room replenished daily.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Really nice place to stay. Clean, updated, perfect location to see the sights. If I’m gonna be picky, the shower was too small. I’m an average sized person and I barely fit. However, you don’t visit London to shower!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Great hotel, right next to History museum
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

caroline

A lovely hotel in a beautiful area safe for ladies in their own the staff were helpful near all the museums lots of shops and eateries Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Great location and nice clean comfortable room.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgiana Louise

Very Friendly, great value, and amazing location. I booked a single room, which though small, had everything I needed and was very clean. Can't fault it. Will definitely be returning. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheenagh

It was a great hotelx
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morven

Staff were friendly and welcoming and the room was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024