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Gainsborough Hotel

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

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Relax in our elegant lobby, featuring a comfortable seating area with a sofa and armchairs, a coffee table, and a large window with city views.
Enter a well-maintained lobby with a grand arched doorway and elegant artwork.
Experience the classic charm of the Gainsborough Hotel, featuring a symmetrical facade with a prominent doorway and elegant windows.
Step into a grand lobby with a polished floor, a soaring ceiling, and a beautiful staircase.
Relax in this stylish living room with a sofa, coffee table, fireplace, and city view.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Relax in a stylish room with a made bed, bedside table, and coffee station.

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Enjoy a comfortable stay in this well-appointed room featuring a large bed, flat-screen TV, and seating area.

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Relax in a serene space with a neatly made bed, wooden wardrobe, and desk.

Budget Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room

Relax in a serene space with a large bed, bedside tables, and a comfortable seating area.

Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Relax in this serene hotel room featuring a large bed, sofa, and modern amenities.

Deluxe Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe or closet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, No Windows

Enjoy a comfortable stay in this stylish room featuring a plush bed, flat-screen TV, and cozy seating area.

Family Suite, No Windows

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 15 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Relax in a serene space with a made bed, large mirror, and bedside table.

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington High Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • West Brompton Station - 4 min drive
  • South Kensington Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 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 Victoria and Albert Museum and Imperial College London, Gainsborough Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to public transit
Room features
All 54 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, 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 transportation

  • No onsite 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 elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

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 available

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and 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
Onsite 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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 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?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Gainsborough Hotel located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is steps 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. 510 out of 1058 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1058 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1058 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1058 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1058 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great service, friendly staff… very comfortable. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, nice clean rooms, quiet Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with transport access close by
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

LESLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near museums and local eateries.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prescott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice experience and location! The staff were friendly and helpful. Will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is always the staff interaction that help make a place from acceptable to good - thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maddalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay here. Superb location and friendly staff. Large room as well for being London.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and location was perfect for us!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Horacio

Liked: Amenities
Clean and very professional
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anouck

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was functional and clean, in a nice area with great dining options. The front desk staff was very helpful. Only taking a star off because they double charged us for the room, but they were great as soon as we pointed it out and worked to correct it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Amenities
Great hotel. Booked a small single room, but it was perfect for my one night and really comfortable with everything I needed. Perfect location. Breakfast was lush too. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, so convenient for Royal Albert Hall. Room very comfortable, continental breakfast in sister hotel across the road was very good. Very attentive and friendly staff in both hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAYDE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location cleanliness, friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the hotel were polite, friendly and helpful. Room was clean with excellent air conditioning on a very warm night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are tiny but the AC gets cold and the room is clean. The location is perfect to explore Kensington. Definitely would stay here again for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Finlay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel close to everything you need. I stayed here for 6 nights from June 18-25th. The staff was friendly and attentive. The room was cleaned daily and again the staff were friendly and attentive. Would definitely stay here again because it is great location close to museums, public transit and great restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great. It’s walkable to the underground. Coffee and food options close. Hotel was clean. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025