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About the Hotel
40-44 Harrington Gardens,
London,
United Kingdom,
SW7 4LT,
Greater London
Avni Kensington Hotel is located in London's exclusive Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It is conveniently situated within walking distance of top attractions like the Natural History Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum. The hotel features a mix of contemporary amenities and classic hospitality. Guests benefit from the central location near major transportation links and shopping districts.
Location
The hotel is a 10-minute Tube journey from Gloucester Road station, providing easy access to the wider London area. Major attractions such as Kensington Gardens and the Royal Albert Hall are only a short walk away. Furthermore, guests can explore renowned shopping areas like Kensington High Street and Knightsbridge, which are within a 10 to 15-minute walk. The hotel is also close to public transportation options that enable quick travel to other parts of the city.
Rooms
Each room at Avni Kensington Hotel is equipped with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Guests will find an iron and ironing board, an in-room safe, and a hairdryer for added convenience. All rooms feature a full private bathroom and carpeted floors, with a range of configurations available for various needs. The average size of the rooms is 19 square meters, providing ample space for relaxation.
Eat & Drink
The hotel has a coffee shop offering light snacks, teas, coffees, wines, and beers throughout the day. Guests can satisfy their appetites with a selection of beverages and light meals in a casual setting. Additionally, numerous restaurants and cafes are within walking distance for more diverse dining experiences. The breakfast room provides a convenient space for morning meals.
Leisure & Business
Avni Kensington Hotel includes amenities such as a lobby with 24-hour reception and free WiFi. Guests can make use of concierge services for assistance during their stay. The hotel also offers services like express check-out and dry cleaning/laundry services. A comfortable reception hall is available for guests to relax in before heading out to explore.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Spotless Rooms!
The room was impeccably clean, with tidy linens that made for a comfortable stay. It felt fresh and inviting throughout my visit.view full review
Simple Breakfast
Breakfast was a simple offering, perfect for starting the day. Even though it was basic, I enjoyed the cereal and yogurt as a quick fuel before exploring.view full review
Efficient Shower
The shower may have been tiny, but the water pressure was excellent, providing a refreshing start to each day—which is paramount after long hours of sightseeing.view full review
Charming Atmosphere
Though the living area was compact, it had a charming atmosphere that made it cozy. The attractive architecture of the building added a nice touch to the experience.view full review
General
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Elevator
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Room service
Laundry
Dining
Continental breakfast
Room features
In-room safe
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
40-44 Harrington Gardens,
London,
United Kingdom,
SW7 4LT,
Greater London
Map view
40-44 Harrington Gardens,
London,
United Kingdom,
SW7 4LT,
Greater London
City landmarks
Museums
Victoria and Albert Museum
4000 ft
Garden
Buckingham Palace
2.0
mi
Parks
Hyde Park
1.4
mi
Museums
Science Museum
4400 ft
Museums
Natural History Museum
3700 ft
Westminster Bridge Road Riverside Building
Coca-Cola London Eye
3.0
mi
Museums
The British Museum
3.2
mi
Palace
Kensington Palace
1.7
mi
87-135 Brompton Rd
Harrods
1.2
mi
Events
Royal Albert Hall
1.1
mi
Museums
Design Museum
1.0
mi
Parks
Kensington Gardens
1.3
mi
Parks
Holland Park
5000 ft
Square
Trafalgar Square
2.7
mi
Elizabeth Tower - Houses of Parliament
Big Ben
2.7
mi
Museums
National Gallery
2.7
mi
Zoo
Battersea Park
1.5
mi
Monuments and Landmarks
The Albert Memorial
1.0
mi
Marylebone Rd
Madame Tussauds London
2.5
mi
Museums
Leighton House Museum
1.2
mi
Church
Westminster Abbey
2.6
mi
Market
Borough Market
4.2
mi
Stadiums
Stamford Bridge Stadium
1.3
mi
24 Cheyne Row
Carlyle's House
1.1
mi
Gallery
Saatchi Gallery
1.3
mi
Museums
18 Stafford Terrace
3800 ft
Store
Kensington High Street
4600 ft
Museums
National Army Museum
1.5
mi
LondonEngland
Kensington Square
1.3
mi
Exhibition Centre Warwick Road
Earl's Court
2.1
mi
Nearby
Museums
Natural History Museum
3700 ft
Museums
18 Stafford Terrace
3800 ft
Church
Brompton Cemetery
3500 ft
LondonEngland
ILEC Conference Center
2800 ft
236 Earls Court Road Kensington
Tardis Police Box
1600 ft
Hospitals
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
3900 ft
Restaurants
Cafe Forum
1300 ft
146 Gloucester Road
Four Winters
1300 ft
103 Gloucester Road
Gelgela
1200 ft
111 Gloucester Road
Viva Acai
1600 ft
Gloucester Arcade 128 Gloucester Road Unit 15
PAUL Gloucester
1800 ft
73 Gloucester Road
Pret
1500 ft
99 Gloucester Road
Gail's Bakery
1500 ft
103 Gloucester Road
Cafe du Coin
1600 ft
229 Earls Court Road
Kings Kebab House
1800 ft
308 Earls Court Road
Kings Mediterranean
1800 ft
Earl's Court 308 Earls Court Road
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
66%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Convenient Location
Friendly Staff
Small Rooms
Limited TV Channels
6.6/10
Nice
Rooms
6.3
Location
8.1
Service
7.2
Dining
5.9
Guest reviews
6.6/10
based on 39 review
7.1
7.1/10based on 2655 review
Philip
United Kingdom,
June
2024
7.2/10
The hotel was cozy and the staff were friendly, but the rooms were a bit cold and could have been more spacious. The breakfast was basic, and the dining area could be improved. The location was convenient with access to tourist sites and plenty of dining options.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were a little cold and small, but clean and cozy.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and helpful, but could be more accommodating.
Location
8.0
The location was convenient with access to tourist sites and plenty of dining options.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was basic and could be improved.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were average, nothing extraordinary.
Philip
United Kingdom,
June
2024
5.8/10
The hotel had a nice layout in the rooms, with a balcony, but needed significant improvements with cracked tiles, ripped beds, and dirty walls. The slamming doors were quite annoying. The service was a mix of being friendly and helpful with directions but also careless with belongings. The location was excellent for our extended stay near the Royal Marsden Hospital, offering convenience and a cozy atmosphere in central London. The dining experience was subpar with cheap-tasting coffee and lacking essentials like cold milk. The facilities were basic and could use some enhancements.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms had a nice layout with a balcony but needed significant improvements with cracked tiles, ripped beds, and dirty walls. The slamming doors were quite bothersome.
Service
6.0
The service was a mix of being friendly and helpful with directions but lacking attentiveness with belongings. Room service and laundry were average.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent for our longer stay near the Royal Marsden Hospital, offering convenience and a cozy atmosphere in central London.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing with 'cheap' tasting coffee and essential items missing. It was a waste of money.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were basic and could be improved to enhance the overall stay.
Nigel
United Kingdom,
June
2024
7.4/10
The hotel had some drawbacks with the room not matching the website photos, a smoking restriction, and a hot room, but the service was pleasant and helpful overall. The location was excellent for exploring the city, although the dining options were limited. The facilities were decent, offering basic amenities.
Rooms
7.0
The room didn't quite live up to the website photos, and we had issues with temperature, but it was clean.
Service
8.0
The staff, apart from the 'manager,' were all pleasant and helpful during our stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was great for sightseeing, just a short walk to nearby attractions and plenty of dining options around.
Dining
6.0
The dining choices were limited, and we ended up eating out for breakfast due to lack of variety.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were basic but sufficient for our needs.
Frederic
United States of America,
May
2024
6.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located near various fast-food joints, coffee shops, and within walking distance to Gloucester underground for easy access to desired destinations. The room layout efficiently utilized the space, although the lack of daylight in the basement room was a downside. Staff were accommodating, although there were occasional issues with responsiveness and clarity. The dining experience, while sufficient for breakfast, could use more variety to prevent monotony. The facilities lacked character but served their purpose adequately.
Rooms
7.0
The room layout made good use of the space available.
Service
6.0
Staff were accommodating, but there were occasional issues with responsiveness and clarity.
Location
8.0
The location is quite close to various amenities and public transportation links, making it convenient for exploring the city.
Dining
6.0
The dining offerings were decent for breakfast, but they were repetitive.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities lacked character but served their purpose adequately.
Richard
United States of America,
May
2024
6.8/10
The hotel was comfortable, with spacious rooms and a great location, although it lacked some services and had mixed experiences with the staff. The dining options were limited, but the facilities were adequate.
Rooms
8.0
The room was comfortable, the bed was decent, and the size was great compared to other places in London.
Service
6.0
The service had its ups and downs. While some staff members were very helpful, others were quite rude, especially one of the guys.
Location
7.0
The hotel is around a 7-minute walk from the closest underground station, with many mid-scale restaurant options in short walking distance.
Dining
6.0
The dining was basic but okay for us; however, we ended up eating out for breakfast due to limited options.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were on par, and the hotel is conveniently located for access across London.
Rob
United Kingdom,
May
2024
5.6/10
The hotel offers a convenient location within walking distance of attractions like the Natural History Museum and Harrods, with easy access to transport options and a variety of restaurants and shops. However, the rooms could benefit from some updates and maintenance, and the dining experience was underwhelming with limited choices available.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were colder than expected and could use a refresh with a new coat of paint.
Service
6.0
While some staff members were friendly and helpful, there were instances of rudeness and condescending behavior affecting the service.
Location
7.0
The location is convenient for a relaxed stay outside the main City of London, with easy access to public transportation and a variety of dining options.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were limited, and the quality of the food could be improved.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were average overall with no standout offerings.
William
United States of America,
April
2024
7.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room, although simple, was cold due to the single-pane windows and noise from the door disturbed my sleep initially. The service was alright, with the standout being the helpful female night staff. The location was convenient for transportation but in need of some renovations such as better insulation for windows. The dining was basic but satisfying, offering a variety of items. The facilities were decent considering the price.
Rooms
6.0
The room was 'compact' and basic, typical for the price range.
Service
8.0
The staff, especially the female night staff, were friendly and went out of their way to assist.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient for transportation, near Gloucester Road Station and various bus stops.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was basic but satisfying, offering a good variety of food items.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent for the price paid.
Linda
United Kingdom,
March
2024
8.0/10
The hotel boasts spacious rooms, great for three adults, with high ceilings, but drawbacks include a very tiny shower and a damp odor issue. The service is top-notch, with highly helpful and courteous staff, especially accommodating late check-outs. The location is perfect, just a 5-minute walk from Gloucester Road in a safe area with good links to the West End. The dining offers continental style with ample choices, perfect for starting the day. The facilities are well-equipped, though there are areas for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The room was spacious and great for three adults, with high ceilings, but had a very tiny shower and a damp odor issue.
Service
9.0
The service was very helpful and courteous, especially with my late check-out.
Location
9.0
The location is perfect, just a 5-minute walk from Gloucester Road in a safe area with good links to the West End.
Dining
8.0
The dining offers continental style with plenty to choose from, making it a good start to the day.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are decent, but there is room for improvement in certain areas.
Frank
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.8/10
The hotel is situated amidst the stunning houses in Kensington, only a 5-minute walk to the underground, offering an abundance of dining options nearby. The rooms were on the smaller side and could use some updating, but the staff at the front desk were incredibly friendly and helpful. The breakfast, while basic, provided tasty selections. The location was superb for exploring the museums and being close to tube stations, although TV channel options were limited.
Rooms
7.0
The unit I stayed in was quite small and really needed some renovations like repainting and new carpets.
Service
9.0
The staff at the front desk were so friendly and accommodating, ensuring a pleasant stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located near Earls Court and Gloucester Road tube stations, amidst the charming houses in Kensington.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast was quite basic but sufficient, offering nice yogurts, juice, and cereals.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were adequate for my needs during the stay.
Convenient Location
Small Rooms
Matthew
United Kingdom,
March
2024
6.6/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were in need of refreshing but offered good value for money. Although the twin beds were small and the bathroom impractical, they were very tidy and clean, equipped with air conditioning, and had access to a balcony. Our own bathroom was also very clean.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean, tidy, and equipped with air conditioning. However, the twin beds were small and the bathroom layout was impractical.
Service
6.0
The service was a bit inconsistent. Staff members burst into the room despite the do-not-disturb sign and were not very friendly overall. However, they were very accommodating when we had an issue with a fan in the room.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was the most positive aspect. It was perfect, just a 5-minute walk from the Gloucester tube stop, offering great access to all of London.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing. The breakfast was pretty poor with limited options, more like a hostel meal than a hotel breakfast.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities at the hotel were average.
Cleanliness
Small twin beds
Roger
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.0/10
The hotel room was a bit of a mixed bag; it looked tired and in need of redecoration but was really lovely and had a very small mirror. However, I experienced some discomfort with the room being like an oven, receiving a random 6 am phone call, and constant vibration and humming noises along with dirty old carpet.
Rooms
6.0
The room was a bit of a mixed bag, needing some redecoration but still having some lovely features. However, there were some discomforts like the room being too hot, receiving a random early morning call, and experiencing constant vibration and humming noises, as well as dealing with a dirty old carpet.
Service
8.0
The service was great overall, with the staff being really friendly and helpful. They had good manners, and the bedroom and bathroom were very clean with plenty of new towels and complimentary tea and coffee. However, despite their efforts, some issues remained unresolved, like bringing in the IT guy to fix something to no avail.
Location
9.0
The location of the hotel was excellent, with the staff being extremely kind and helpful. I appreciated the proximity to the tube and bus stops, making it very convenient for my stay. The neighborhood was nice and quiet, and I would definitely consider staying here again on my next visit.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit of a letdown, with very limited choices that didn't cater well to different dietary requirements. It was sufficient for me but not so great for my vegetarian wife.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were average, with nothing particularly outstanding but nothing significantly lacking either. The hotel could benefit from some updates to enhance the overall guest experience.
Rachel
United States of America,
March
2024
6.8/10
I stayed at this hotel for my son's interview, and it was an overall decent experience. The room layout was a bit misleading from the booking description, but the staff was friendly during our overnight stay. The location was quiet but could get stuffy, and the dining options were a nice bonus. The facilities were adequate but not exceptional.
Rooms
7.0
The room layout was not as expected, and the curtains barely fit under the window.
Service
7.0
The staff, although not very welcoming at check-in, were friendly and helpful during our stay.
Location
6.0
The hotel is situated in a quiet neighborhood, close to the tube station, but could improve customer service.
Dining
8.0
The dining options were satisfactory with fresh products, but could be more customer-oriented.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel has standard facilities, but nothing extraordinary.
Mick
United Kingdom,
February
2024
5.6/10
The hotel room was the smallest I've ever stayed in and in need of serious renovations, but I could regulate the temperature. The service was a bit careless with handling belongings but overall friendly and helpful. The location was excellent, near a tube station with great access to London. The dining experience was basic and not impressive. Overall, the hotel had potential but needed improvements.
Rooms
5.0
The room was tiny and in need of renovations, but at least I could control the temperature.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly and helpful, although a bit careless with belongings.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, near a tube station with great access to London.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was basic and not impressive.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel lacked proper dining options and felt like staying in a hostel.
Adam
United Kingdom,
February
2024
6.8/10
The hotel's rooms were of a lower standard than expected, with views of AC units and a very snug fit for a standard-sized bed. While the staff, except for the manager, were very helpful and friendly, the service was affected by having only one receptionist. The location was ideal for easy access to public transport and nearby amenities, although lacking areas for relaxation. The dining options were minimal but sufficient, providing a simple start to the day. Overall, the hotel offers a clean and comfortable stay in a convenient location, albeit with some room for improvement.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were smaller than anticipated and had views of AC units.
Service
7.0
The staff, except for the manager, were helpful and friendly, despite limited reception support.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient with easy access to public transport and nearby amenities.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was basic but sufficient for starting the day.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offered minimal facilities but served the basic needs of guests.
Graeme
United Kingdom,
February
2024
6.4/10
The hotel's location is fantastic, near Gloucester Road tube station and set in beautiful South Kensington. The rooms overlook a lovely cobbled private lane, ensuring a peaceful environment. However, the rooms had water damage and uncomfortable beds while being small and cramped for a double setup.
Rooms
6.0
Despite the peaceful surroundings and nice view, the rooms had water damage and uncomfortable beds, and were smaller than expected.
Service
7.0
The service was attentive, but there were limitations in going the extra mile. The staff ensured superior rooms had air conditioning, which was a plus.
Location
9.0
The location is excellent, close to Gloucester Road tube station and in a safe area. It's a brilliant spot in beautiful South Kensington.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was extremely disappointing, with very low-quality continental breakfast options that left much to be desired.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were lacking when it came to dining, but the location and attentive service somewhat compensated for this.