Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Natural History Museum

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Meeting facility
Exterior
Lobby
Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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68-86 Cromwell Road, London, England, SW7 5BT
  • Place, Imperial College London
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Natural History Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Single Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(47 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Central London getaway .Within a 10-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find Natural History Museum and Imperial College London. Victoria and Albert Museum and Science Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Imperial College London - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Natural History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hyde Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 1 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 19 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Club Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Stanhope Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington

4-star Victorian hotel near Natural History Museum
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 12 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington.

This Victorian London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 215 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1877
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington offers 215 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 41 per day)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in for prepaid reservations.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 25.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 41.00 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 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
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 credit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Eurocard, Barclaycard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson).

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

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington to the airport?

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington is 11.4 mi (54-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 Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington on Mar 29, 2026 start from $159, including 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 Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 25.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington have a pool?

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington does not have a pool.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington have a restaurant?

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington is home to Scoff and Banter, which features British cuisine.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington to downtown London?

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington is 2.5 mi away from London.

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 494 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 199 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1173 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vyacheslav

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Dan

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location but the hotel itself is in a really poor condition. Rooms and general hotel need renovating drastically to warrant the 4 stars as it’s not like the service is 4 star either. Disappointing for the price paid.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s a bit dated like a maze and only one tiny lift was working so took me 30 minutes to actually leave at check out
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gavin

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Nice friendly staff and fantastic location for family trip.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was extremely helpful and very attentive
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, all good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room Check in slow Room very small Lift out of service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Safia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel areas were nice, but the rooms need an update...paint, carpets and grout. The staff was WONDERFUL, and breakfast was awesome. Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had no phone, told managers , they pretended they did not know, room too small, chargers far away from nightstand, no room to unpack anything, place is a maze.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff. Great location and not noisy despite being on the main A4 road. Rooms are perfectly adequate though the curtains do let in some light. Good WiFi. Lift is tiny!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

JAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

nofal f

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Poor
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes very good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elbert

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean Room and Great Staff. The staff was very helpful from start to end. Would stay here again. Great Location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing Stay - Small, Dated Room and Run-Down Decor Room Stayed In: 440 Duration of Stay: 1 night We recently stayed for one night at the Radisson Blu South Kensington, and unfortunately, the experience was quite disappointing, particularly concerning the standard of our room and the general state of the hotel. The Room (440) Our room was extremely small, to the point of being cramped with very little space to move. Space & Storage: There was virtually no room to swing a cat, and storage was minimal—we noted the complete lack of a proper wardrobe. Cleanliness & Smell: The carpets in the room were visibly very dirty and the room had a distinct and unpleasant musky smell upon entry. Bathroom: The bathroom layout was problematic; we almost had to climb into the bath just to close the door, highlighting a poor design and lack of space. Hotel Condition & Atmosphere The room's condition appears to be symptomatic of the hotel's overall state. Dated and Worn: The hotel generally looks very dated. The carpets throughout the public areas are noticeably threadbare, and the decoration in many parts is quite poor and tired. False Impression at Reception: While the reception area looks more fresh and modern, this appears to give a false impression of the quality of the rest of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025