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Ember Locke Kensington

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Kensington High Street

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Family Room | Property amenity
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Garden
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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202-220 Cromwell Road, London, England, SW5 0SW
  • Place, Cromwell Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bupa Cromwell Hospital
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Locke Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Locke Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City Studio | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

City Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(107 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Locke Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Locke Studio - Accessible | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Locke Studio - Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ember Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Ember Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Duplex Suite | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV

Duplex Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Property amenity

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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City Studio - Garden View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

City Studio - Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Locke Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Ember Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

City Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Locke Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Locke Studio - Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

City Studio - Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

London

London City Centre stay.A stay at this London City Centre hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Kensington High Street and 2 miles (3 km) of Hyde Park. Natural History Museum and Royal Albert Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bupa Cromwell Hospital - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kensington High Street - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Holland Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kensington Gardens - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Earl's Court Station - 6 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 14 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Earls Court Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Devonshire Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jollibee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The King's Head, Earl's Court - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Addie's Thai Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ember Locke Kensington

4-star hotel near Kensington High Street
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Ember Locke Kensington also features a garden, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Ember Locke Kensington offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 42-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (GBP 40 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (46 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (26 inches high)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 66 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 40.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 18 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 40 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 40.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Ember Locke
Ember Locke Kensington Hotel
Ember Locke Kensington London
Ember Locke Kensington Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ember Locke Kensington to the airport?

Ember Locke Kensington is 13.1 mi (62-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ember Locke Kensington?

As of Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ember Locke Kensington on Jan 11, 2026 start from $130.69, excluding 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.

Does Ember Locke Kensington have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ember Locke Kensington.

Does Ember Locke Kensington offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Ember Locke Kensington, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Ember Locke Kensington?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ember Locke Kensington?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Ember Locke Kensington?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 40 per night.

Does Ember Locke Kensington have a pool?

Ember Locke Kensington does not have a pool.

Does Ember Locke Kensington have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Ember Locke Kensington have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ember Locke Kensington to downtown London?

Ember Locke Kensington is 3 mi away from London.

Ember Locke Kensington Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 800 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1109 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra, Kent

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

6/10 Okay

Patricia Journne

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Location is very convenient and close to shops, restaurants, and public transportation. The room was on the small side and the shower only had a partial glass partition so water would spill onto the bathroom floor.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean Staff friendly Great AC Appreciated laundry room Loved the proximity to Underground and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alyson

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas John, Winnetka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Very cute. Tv location was odd. 10/10 though
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaren

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and access, air conditioned, nice vibes, the only issue that is there is no room service(cleaning and changing sheets) during the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leela

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sophie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exception staff

Really lovely stay. The stuff were super helpful and kind. Second time staying here and would totally stay again. Really easy to get to and good location for my business
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at Ember Locke - Kensington, and I’ll definitely be back the next time I’m in London. I was actually a bit under the weather this trip and spent more time watching tv in my room than I expected, and it was really nice to have such a special hotel room to be stuck in. Loved my back garden view and having a washer-dryer in my room. I ordered pizza for pick-up from the downstairs bar one night, and it was great. I also got a coffee from the cafe every morning that was amazing. It was also very convenient to take the Piccadilly line from Earl’s Court to Heathrow.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alyson

Traveled with group

Bare Bones

Ember Locke- very bare bones. I did NOT realize this was essentially a self service hotel meaning- no room cleaning, no room trash pick up, no fresh towels... no service what so ever. I stayed there with my best friend 4 nights and five days. I had to go down to the front desk twice to request toilet paper. Each time they would only give me a single roll each time- stingy. I had to request a fresh towel twice in order to get one. There one was VERY small recycling and trash can in the room. Trash filled up very quickly. I asked the front desk where I could dispose of it and they said put it in the hallway. I did but the next morning it was still there. It took 24 hours for it to be taken away. If you did wanted sheets changed or room cleaned you had to pay for it. Each room had two cups, two plates, two forks, two very shallow bowls. The dish towel provided smelled sour. There was a washing machine on premise but you had to download an app to use it and pay (per front desk) 5 pounds each use (that's 7 USD). Soap in room lasted one day then ran out as bottle was not full. This was considered part of housekeeping and was not refilled. For this reason I didn't love it- I didn't realize that it was "self service" at the cost of a proper hotel. That said the design was cute although it will soon need a refresh by whatever firm they used.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay at the Ember Locke Kensington this summer! The hotel itself is beautiful, fantastic bar and restaurant down in the lobby area. The room was fantastic and all of the staff were very kind & helpful. There's great options for food and pubs in the area & it's easy to hop on the bus or the tube to get around the city. I'd certainly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My husband and I loved our 5 night stay! The area was convenient to anywhere in London and the room was the perfect size for us both. My only complaint is the bathroom - the toilet flush needed 3-4x to get anything down, the sink and bathroom didn’t drain and water from the shower went everywhere! This didn’t affect our trip at al, just something for the property to look into. We will stay here again our next trip to London!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ember Locke is very close to the Earl's Court tube stop, making getting around quite simple. The kitchen in our room was exceptionally well-equipped, and perfect for our small family. The staff were unfailingly courteous. The hotel is quiet and well-maintained. Be aware that the google map walking instructions from Earl's Court underground show an impossible road crossing, but you can visually spot that and correct.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had never previously been to Ember Locke, and will return every time I'm back. A quiet, lovely retro vibe. I felt like I was in a time warp back to the 70's, in all the very best ways. Comfy bed, handy kitchen, even a washer/ďryer combo in my Garden Studio suite. The lobby is beautiful and cozy, making me feel right at home. Thank you also to the kind staff! You are a wonderful group of people! Xo from 🇨🇦
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family holiday

We enjoyed our stay here. The reception area of the hotel is very pretty and has a lovely ambience. The front desk staff were always so helpful and friendly. Our room was lovely, spacious, clean and had so many great amenities. The hotel is in a great location, so close to many public transport options but also walking distance to so many lovely areas. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Terrible service. They do not live up to what they tell you! Will never do business with this hotel ever again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

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

10/10 Excellent

serena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and hotel is exactly as pictured and such a beautiful little escape in London. Location is well connected to all public transport and there are brilliant restaurants just across the road. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nanci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ember Locke best stay in London!

Ember Locke was awesome! From nice smells coming in door/ friendly & quick ckin/great comfy lounge area/good breakfast/diningrm/cafe area/ bar! Loved our Ember Locke studio apt! Had full kitchen/sitting area/nice size bathroom/ comfy bed. Everything so compact-best stay! Stayed 11 days last year-3 this yr! Close 2 Earl’s Court(lots of restaurants/pubs fast foods/hop on/off bus. Had nice garden out back-very relaxing! George at front desk was a gem! So friendly & helpful! Next yr-we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025