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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
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Lobby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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68-86 Cromwell Road, London, England, SW7 5BT
  • Place, Natural History Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Albert Hall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room

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

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Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

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

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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

  • 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
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hyde Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop Gloucester Road - ‬1 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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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
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 Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington on Nov 2, 2025 start from $157.05, 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 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. 439 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1002 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

BRIAN, LAS VEGAS

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful and kind. The room was spacious and beautiful, Junior Suite. The only issue with the room was that the shower drain was slow and water would back up in the shower when in use. I alerted the staff, but it wasn’t fixed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa, Cincinnati

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly and helpful staff. Limited working outlets in our room but manageable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Great location - dated rooms

Location awesome. Staff very friendly and helpful. A/C couldn’t keep the room cooled. TV didn’t work and no attempt to resolve in 3 nights we were there after sending someone up to loom at.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Originally booked a twin double but ended up with two singles which wasn’t a hardship. Mum and dad said the air conditioning outside their room kept them awake but I had no problems. Everything was clean, had a good breakfast and close to tube station.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Would stay again

Location is ideal for business in South Kensington, and great for tourists looking for home base. Three Tube stops nearby, Gloucester Road the closest. Walking to Royal Albert, Hyde Park, V&A, High Street Kensington. Hotel breakfast was ok - better warm options on request. Staff are super kind and helpful. Room was large, not common in the UK! Gym was small but plenty of equipment to get in a workout.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only issue was they only had one set of towels and when I went down to ask for more they never brought them up and 45 minutes later I had to go down and ask a second time and then they gave them right to me. Wish they had just done that the first time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gino

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay elsewhere if you're staying for longer

I stayed here for 1 night, my initial thoughts about the hotel (from just the lobby area) were, it looks nice and modern. How looks can be deceiving. When I got to my room, it just felt outdated. The carpet was worn down, the wallpaper was peeling and the air conditioning unit dripped on me twice. My room was also right next to the lift (Room 414) so it wasn't quiet and peaceful, the lady who checked me in also took a £50 security deposit which I dont know the purpose of that, seeing as I paid for my stay when I booked (about 6 weeks ago). The bathroom was extremely tight, with the shower cubicle being right next to the toilet. The shower floor was also peeling. Whilst the water pressure was nice, the shower handle felt extremely wobbly and i was a bit scared to use the shower just in case it fell off! There is just the one lift in this hotel, so be cautious there could be a long wait during busy times. There were a few good things about this hotel; the convenience of its location (3 mins from Gloucester Road tube station and about 10 mins from the V&A Museum), i had called a week before my stay and asked for early check in which I got and the bed was reasonably comfortable. I was hoping to want to stay here again during my next visit to London but this was a very disappointing experience and I feel as though this hotel lets down the Radisson Blu brand.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

George, Westhill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Well done Radisson Blu (Kensington)

Good service and a pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deanna, Carmel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old charm
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Alexander

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Cupboard

I ended up with a cupboard room - it was tiny and a single bed. I’m 6foot 4 inches tall so the best was unsuitable but didn’t have time to complain as I was late for an awards ceremony.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MI KYONG

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and friendly staffs. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Phyllis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Some people would find this charming. I personally found it annoying for the awkwardness of signs and having to go around so many bends and fire doors to find your room. Not up to other radisson blus I have stayed in. Rooms are nice but the tromp not worth it! I heard others compare it to Winchester house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

SARA

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
I have stayed at this hotel in the past and its a convenient location, so after about 7 years, decided to book it again. Booked a room for 3 people (sofa bed) and they did not have them available. So they put my teen daughter in a cozy single, which she loved. Two days into our reservation, they had our ENTIRE 3 room party playing musical chairs and switching rooms because of that mistake-- but they also had my reservation under my parents name? Which made NO SENSE, so every time I went to the desk they used my mothers name to address me, but it was a completely seperate booking than hers on a different website -- and if you're confused reading this, imagine how confusing it was for us. Rooms were fine, super outdated, the same as they were last time I was there. Breakfast was overpriced, no coffee available unless you're eating in the restaurant or want to make it yourself. It was fine. Great location, cannot be beat.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Saji

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paulo

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nadir

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location was good. Air conditioning was good especially since it was a very hot week in summer. Room was a bit tired and could do with a much needed refurbishment. As could the bathroom. For a hotel in this chain i am surprised it meets the required standard of quality. On checking in my adult daughter and i were told they did not have a twin room. After some delay they found us a room which seemed to be their last resort room since it was an odd shape.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

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

8/10 Good

chee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean. We asked for an additional blanket and it was delivered in a few minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025