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Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Kensington Gardens

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Interior entrance
Lobby
Interior entrance
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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104 Bayswater Road, London, England, W2 3HL
  • Place, Kensington Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington Palace
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room Sleeps 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(102 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room Sleeps 3 | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room Sleeps 3

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View | Garden view

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Family Room Sleeps 4 | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family Room Sleeps 4

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family Room Sleeps 4

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe King Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. Also, Kensington Palace is within half a mile (1 km) and Royal Albert Hall is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kensington Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Queensway - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hyde Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kensington Palace - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Royal Albert Hall - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Queensway Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London Paddington Station - 11 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Park - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Halepi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪New Fortune Cookie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens

4-star hotel near Kensington Gardens
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 3 meeting rooms available. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 175 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 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
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens offers 175 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Aug 10 - Aug 11
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 35 per day)

Food and drink

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 22 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 35.00 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens to the airport?

Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens is 13 mi (67-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 Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

As of Aug 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens on Aug 23, 2026 start from $195, 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 Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens.

Does Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 22 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

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

Is there free parking at Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 35.00 per day.

Does Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens have a pool?

Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens does not have a pool.

Does Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens have a restaurant?

Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens is home to The Brasserie, which features international cuisine and garden views.

Does Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens to downtown London?

Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens is 2.4 mi away from London.

Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1123 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trine Bohn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, clean and friendly staff, great location !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here, everything was splendid!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff at check-in. Great location and clean well appointed room with a great view of the park
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, close to underground but quiet overlooking Hyde park.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in an ideal location. The staff were very friendly and provided good service. Not the most modern rooms but reasonable value and the breakfast has a decent choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

dave

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
rooms were ok but lacked vacuuming of the floor carpets floors ,breakfast was ok nothing special , Front desk was great
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room great location shops nearby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the shower was great, the bed was firm but super comfortable, and the staff were very friendly. It is a good hotel in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff, Cleanliness, Area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff and a good base to visit London
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room. Friendly staff. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, staff very helpful and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room tiny and not much going on but in a great central area
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nadeen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location , spacious rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PETER DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good food, nice room.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very good and plentiful. Staff are very friendly. Well located across from Hyde Park. Easy bus to Piccadilly. Stayed 5 nights but don't think the sheets were ever changed.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were friendly, efficient, and surprisingly accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly and helpful during every interaction. The location of the hotel is convenient for getting on the tube and site seeing London. The room was clean and bright. We greatly enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is so friendly, perfect location. Rooms are a little small and I thought we were getting a room with a bath from the pictures so make sure to ask before you get your room. Very good staff, very kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location to Hyde Park, the tube, HOHO buses and ground transit. Short taxi from Paddington Station.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was good, £35 for 24 hours Hotel was ok ,two single beds pushed together and on rollers so moved around a bit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026