Merit Kensington Hotel

Victorian hotel within easy reach of Stamford Bridge Stadium

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Dates

October 2025

26

November 2025

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premium suite double/twin with a garden view | Terrace/patio

Premium suite double/twin with a garden view | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Merit Kensington Hotel is nestled near iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park. Enjoy the helpful staff, in-room WiFi, a front-desk safe for your valuables, tour assistance to plan your day trips around London. Previous guests rave about the hotel's proximity to public transit.

Very good

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

Daily housekeeping
Breakfast available
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Front-desk safe
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

Daily housekeeping
Blackout drapes/curtains
Elevator
Bathtub or shower
Flat-panel TV
Hair dryer

$104 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Victorian charm

Set in the city center, this hotel showcases Victorian architecture with elegant details and historical significance. Classical design meets urban vibrancy.

Hearty breakfast options

This hotel serves a delicious buffet breakfast. Morning fuel provides a perfect start to the day before exploring the area.

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Tomorrow

Oct 27 - Oct 28

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 12 of 12 rooms

Deluxe Single Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

108 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

151 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

In-room safe

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

194 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

Budget Single Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

108 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Classic Double Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

129 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

194 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

215 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

194 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Budget Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

In-room safe

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Premium suite double/twin with a garden view

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Desk

Laptop workspace

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Similar properties

Daily continental breakfast (GBP 13 per person)

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking

$85 nightly

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

12, 16-18 & 24 Penywern Road, Earls Court, London, England, SW5 9SU

What's nearby

Stamford Bridge Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Hyde Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Buckingham Palace - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
Big Ben - 10 min drive - 5.2 km
Piccadilly Circus - 11 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 31 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN) - 64 min drive
London City Airport (LCY) - 65 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 86 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 94 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 96 min drive
West Brompton Station - 7 min walk
Kensington (Olympia) Station - 21 min walk
Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station - 22 min walk
Earl's Court Station - 4 min walk
West Brompton Underground Station - 7 min walk
Gloucester Road Underground Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
‪The Blackbird, Earl's Court - ‬1 min walk
‪Courtfield - ‬2 min walk
‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Merit Kensington Hotel

When you stay at Merit Kensington Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Kensington High Street and Olympia Events. This Victorian hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Natural History Museum and Imperial College London. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Earl's Court Station is 4 minutes and West Brompton Underground Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 25 rooms
- Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [16-18 Penywern Road, London SW5 9SU]
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- No onsite parking
- Street parking available

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM

Services

24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Multilingual staff

Facilities

1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Victorian architecture

Accessibility

Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

Flat-screen television

Home comfort

Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Bathtub or shower
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Phone

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Local maps

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Breakage deposit: GBP 100 per stay

Optional extras

Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17 per person

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard

Also known as

Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel

Merit Kensington Hotel London

Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Does Merit Kensington Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Merit Kensington Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Merit Kensington Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Merit Kensington Hotel?

No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Merit Kensington Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Merit Kensington Hotel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Stamford Bridge Stadium (1.2 mi) and Hyde Park (1.4 mi), along with Buckingham Palace (2.7 mi) and Piccadilly Circus (3.1 mi).

What's the area around Merit Kensington Hotel like?

Merit Kensington Hotel is in London City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Earl's Court Station and 14 minutes' walk from Kensington High Street. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.