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Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Natural History Museum

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Room (Cosy) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
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Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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61 Gloucester Road, Kensington, London, England, SW7 4PE
  • Place, Natural History Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Albert Hall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Honeysuckle Suite

  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room (Cosy) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Room (Cosy)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium King Room | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Premium King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Family Room (2AD+1CH)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite (2AD+1CH)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Honeysuckle Suite (2+1)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Strawberry Thief Master Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Strawberry Thief Master Suite (2+1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Premium King Size Bed

  • Sleeps 3

Honeysuckle Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Strawberry Thief Master Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Strawberry Thief Master Suite (2+1)

  • Sleeps 2

Honeysuckle Suite (2+1)

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room (2Ad+1Ch)

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite (2Ad+1Ch)

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

London

London City Centre stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum. Also, Science Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Royal Albert Hall is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hyde Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 1 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 19 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop Gloucester Road - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Stanhope Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel

4.5-star luxury hotel near Natural History Museum
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center and 3 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 76 square feet (7 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel.

This 4.5-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 81 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 76 sq ft of conference space
  • 7 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1789
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel offers 81 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 22 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Service fee: 5 percent

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Stay Safe with Meliá (Meliá)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No onsite parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Stay Safe with Meliá (Meliá).

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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Rydges Hotel London Kensington
Hotel London Kensington managed Meliá
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Hotel London Rydges
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Rydges Kensington London England
Rydges Kensington London Hotel London
Rydges Kensington Plaza London
Rydges London
London Kensington managed Meliá
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Melia London Kensington
Hotel London Kensington managed by Melia
Hotel London Kensington managed by Meliá
Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel to the airport?

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel is 12.7 mi (53-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 Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

As of Oct 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel on Nov 30, 2025 start from $269.39, 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 Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel.

Does Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 22 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel have a pool?

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel have a restaurant?

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel is home to Hispania Kensington, which features brunch.

Does Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel to downtown London?

Melia London Kensington a Melia Collection Hotel is 2.5 mi away from London.