Ember Locke Kensington

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Kensington High Street

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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)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Locke Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

City Studio

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

Locke Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Locke Studio - Accessible

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

Ember Suite

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

Duplex Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

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

City Studio - Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Locke Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Ember Suite

  • Sleeps 3

City Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Locke Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Locke Studio - Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

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 Marble Arch are also within 3 miles (5 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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Devonshire Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jollibee - ‬3 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)

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 Feb 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ember Locke Kensington on Mar 1, 2026 start from $116.26, 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. 842 out of 1190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1190 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The reception staff couldn't have been more helpful, accommodating and friendly. Our room was lovely and situated off the courtyard so it was extremely quiet. The room was well laid out with ample room for 2, with a perfect dining nook in the mini Kitchen (which was also very convenient)! The art deco themed decor in the lobby is fabulous. We loved staying there and will definitely book a room there on our next trip to London without a doubt. A big shout out again to the reception staff! A very cool relaxed vibe in an art deco styled haven.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel, perfect location. Staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and the staff are amazing. If we go back to London we will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Traveled with group
Let’s start with the fact that there is no outside light to the building. Not great for security. The staff were pleasant and helpful. Ground floor amenities were satisfactory. Issues: Not pre-informed that there was no daily housekeeping for room. The bed was up against one wall making it near impossible for that person to easily get in and out of bed. The room lighting was poor. Mold in the shower. Had a sink, hotplate, dishes etc but no dish soap or dish towels. By our experience with 4 star hotels, Ember Locke did not come close. At best, it was a low 3. The one reason we picked a hotel over an ABNB was because we were expecting daily housekeeping and lack of this was very disappointing. We would have chosen elsewhere had we known.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Tharmini

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed that the Locke aparthotel in Dublin and loved it, so we thought this London location would be equally great. Unfortunately, we found that the only positives of the Locke Studio rooms were that the beds were comfortable and the TVs had a wide selection of things to watch. The biggest problems were the bathrooms and room temperature. The shower/bathtub drains do not drain properly, so we were standing ankle deep in our own bath water. The toilets seemed old and creaked every time we sat on them. The sink taps were very strange and seemed to give off a weird odour when the water was running. The thermostat in the room did not work, so the room was always freezing at night. No matter how much we increased the temperature, it always stayed at 19 degrees. The kitchenette was somewhat well-equipped, except the fridge was very small and there wasn’t dish soap to do any dishes. Overall, this aparthotel is not worth the price for its lack of working amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What stood out was the staff. The rooms were amazing, but Mike who checked me in couldn't have been more accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room service is extra.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good service, nice space
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay. Stylish room, nice check in and great location. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mr Oliver H J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was amazing (besides a little dirt in the bathroom, barely noticeable but a bit weird once had noticed), the check in was easy, amenities great, we were super comfortable and loved the style and atmosphere. Service in the morning was a bit slow for breakfast so we waited a long time for coffee and food but besides that we had a really great time!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience exceeded my expectations 100%. The room unexpectedly large with everything you would need, it was spotless, bed super comfy. Staff very friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay again on my return to London. Thankyou
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel beautiful but it needs double the staff this weekend. Staff are lovely and polite but very poor service as there are not enough of them to cope.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel had such a great aesthetic and vibe. Rooms were very well decorated and comfortable.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Donya, Ormond Beach

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff very helpful. Unfortunately it is not possible to adjust the temperature in the rooms. The only alternative was to have maintenance pry open the windows allowing city noises into the room all night.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff attentive to begin with in the restaurant but then didn’t check back in. Room was dark, and pillows lumpy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stunning place and staff, the guests and everyone who is there just adds to the vibe. Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025