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    stacy s.

    I just popped in for dinner and had a Moscow Mule and the Salmon and I will say it was the best cooked salmon I've ever had. My father was a chef so I'm definitely a foodie and this was done to perfection! The drink was also beautiful. trying to decide whether to end on dessert but I'm afraid to be disappointed after what I've enjoyed so far! Update! I have been back twice now! Second time I had the Miso Cod which was VERY GOOD! Tonight I tried the sautéed mushroom which are divine! The salmon was not so great tonight which was a bummer but you cannot be perfect all the time! Also: tonight I sat in the restaurant but I much prefer the atmosphere of the lounge and bar

    Adrienne G.

    We had an Afternoon Tea.....without the tea After reaching out months in advance to secure the Landmark Tea, I'd received a message from the maître d' stating they would be ending their Landmark menu but replacing it with a Jubilee menu so she wanted to make sure this would be okay for us. After 2 weeks waiting for a promised menu, I was advised they decided keep the Landmark menu.....so we kept our reservation After we are seated for the reservation we find out they are offering an Easter tea.......they didn't inform us about this but okay, we'll give it a try. Then we confirm for the waitress that I am allergic to zucchini & she checked with the kitchen to make sure there was none on their menu & we were assured we were good to go. You know where this is going..... The sandwiches that were served were zucchini & mustard! There was also a flavorless red pepper & something else I can't remember.......um, where is the cheese & pickle? Where is the egg salad? Where is the cucumber & cream cheese? But good thing they never came over to ask if we wanted additional servings like they did with ALL other tables ....insert sarcasm.... We also never got the tea we chose. We were served a half glass each of champagne - not even a full glass then nothing. No water, no tea, and no waitstaff to be found So then I was determined to wait them out to see when they would ever come over to our table so we could just ask for the check & by this time, they are seating people for dinner.......they beat me on this game. We finally walked over to the hostess desk to ask for the check ourselves otherwise, I think we'd still be there. But the fun doesn't end here They tried charging us £28 for the champagne when the price on the menu was £20. Enough was enough! We pointed out the pricing error and told them we never received the actual tea.....the manager then came over & he removed the champagne from our bill........never have we paid so much for so little. Methinks not!

    Sandro K.

    We had afternoon tea at the Kensington Hotel, so I can't say anything about the other hotel accommodation than the saloon downstairs. Greeted by the man with the top hat at the entrance and passed along a long line of concierge, maitre-ds, and other senior staff, we ended up on comfortable sofas and chairs and got served tea of our liking, sandwiches, and pastries. All were delicious, but some of the sweet stuff. Shaped like some famous London sights, it looked fantastic, but the chocolate of the Shard's tasted cheap. Too bad, but that's pretty much all I could nag about of this place.

    Anindita D.

    One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in : extra level Of service and I will definitely be back .

    Brittany B.

    Our stay at the kensington hotel was a memorable one, We arrived at about 11.00 am in the morning and we had our room ready which was quite a surprise and a delight to me and my partner. Our room was filled with the most freshest fragrance, toiletries were also provided soaps, towels, bath scents, plenty of face, hand, and body towels too. The bedding was comfortable and the we were provided with foam pillows. The room faced Queensgate avenue which was a good view and we enjoyed looking down the window too every morning to assess the weather. We loved the hotel lobby and the famous K bar which was full of locals and hotel guests alike ...Chandelier celling towering over a mahogany walled bar, it was a cross between don draper and late night cocktail bar and It was one of the best highlights in this hotel. All in all it was a lovely and comfortable stay and we can't wait to return again.

    Afternoon tea starters
    Carol A.

    I didn't stay here but I did do the london landmarks afternoon tea here. The ambiance is very nice: there's lots of light, cute decor and beautiful light music playing in the background. The service was fantastic! The starters and sandwiches were very good. I found the desserts okay but weren't my favorite. They were able to accommodate my friend's dietary restrictions and the tea was fabulous. The whole presentation was very cutesy (landmark shaped desserts on the "london eye"). I probably wouldn't return given the high price point of over 40 pounds for something I didn't find extraordinary tasty. However I would recommend the Kensington Hotel afternoon tea for someone who enjoys the ambiance and appreciates the cute landmark shaped desserts.

    Connie C.

    Such a cute place to have afternoon tea. It's super bright and airy, unlike some of the other more traditional afternoon tea spots. We sat in a corner against the book shelf. We were a bit worried that their London sights afternoon tea was just for tourists. It definitely appealed to our tourist selves BUT it wasn't a tourist trap. The food was high quality and delicious! The tea and service were exquisite. The hotel lobby itself was so festive and pretty. This was one of our favorite things we did in London!

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    Iryna R.

    This hotel is so beautiful, amalgam of charming English style with some bold fashion details Hotel rooms are gorgeous, all are renovated, free WiFi, complimentary coffee and tea in the room, good size closet and 24 h room service! Location is tremendous few minutes walk to a shopping area including Harrods mall, there are many restaurants and cafes near by as well, from fancy 5 star French to little local bars, all are great! If you are about explore the city, right on the corner from the hotel there are few museums, Hyde Park and Kensington palace! Safe, clean neighborhood, 3min walk to the South Ken Tube Station, just perfect! I am very happy with the hotel, staff is so friendly and very helpful Love it here, will stay again for sure!

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    This hotel is fabulous for a wonderful afternoon tea and lunch by the fire place. absolutely loved the chanderlier lights too.

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    Residence Inn by Marriott London Kensington

    Residence Inn by Marriott London Kensington

    (46 reviews)

    ££

    West Kensington

    I stayed here from January 16-22, and it felt like I was at home. All the staff were so helpful,…read moreand the room was very neat and clean. They also have one of the best complimentary breakfast buffets. I will definitely stay here again!

    I booked a four night stay at this hotel a couple months in advance due to our reservation being in…read morepeak tourist season. Our checkin took quite too long. We arrived early and were told to wait but that they'd have a family room ready for us soon.... 3 hours later I walked up and they assigned us a room on the 7th floor. We ended up switching rooms as this room smelled moldy and the dish washer was leaking. It did have a great view of an apartment complex with a courtyard. Our new room assigned was 508. Although it was a much better room and has two windows. This family room had a better view. We were in a corner room. Unfortunately, the linen room door used by the staff next door, banged incessantly from about 6am to 9am. It was horrible!!! I did not have one good night of sleep. Also, the bathroom floor needs a deep cleaning as the grout lines were stained. Now location was great for proximity to the Underground (Earl's Court) but horrible for restaurants. We were very close to a Tesco though- which has groceries and clothes etc. we want to the hotel's included breakfast once. It was pretty good but quite busy. The staff were great and kept the food coming. Would I stay here again? No, but would I recommend for someone on a budget, yes.

    Hotel Xenia, Autograph Collection - 朝食 breakfast

    Hotel Xenia, Autograph Collection

    (45 reviews)

    ££

    Kensington

    Pleased as punch. I…read morehad the great fortune to stay here during my short stay in London this spring. As a sometimes lone traveler, a hotel made sense for safety, but I was surprised and pleased with this small boutique hotel. Rooms are gonna be tiny in London for the $$, so plan accordingly. I stayed in a Classic King room which was comfy but had very little space to circulate. I was concerned being on a busy street/Cromwell, but because of the *double windows* (interior ones opens up/down), it was joyfully quiet, just a whisper of car noise. It's something I wish more places in the US had, especially when you face noisy streets. I realize second windows are usually for the cold, but street noises can be pervasive and affect every day life. I slept very well, every night. A couple of stand out staff members: -the front desk manager on my arrival had some hot early gray tea delivered since I survived a 10+ hour trip (little sleep), so it was a nice way to wake up. Also, some biscuits were delivered later. -staff member who brought up my suitcase, my tea, and helped get a requested small refrigerator into my room. -two front desk people (woman then a man), helped me figure out how to get from the hotel to Paddington for a early morning flight. The gentleman called to request a black cab since the Tube wasn't open and he went out with me to greet the cab driver and help me with my bag. -Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The location was also good. I didn't want to be in the thick of tourists, so staying in South Kensington worked for me. The tube stations (Earl's Court and Gloucester Road stations) were about 8-10 minute walk). Thank you for making my stay in London comfortable and enjoyable.

    After the terrible night at DoubleTree we were able to book a room here. Very expensive given the…read moreroom sizes but super comfortable bed, great amenities, and convenient location. The breakfast buffet could be better, in my opinion. I wouldn't prioritize this hotel to stay at next time in London but won't necessarily say no to it either.

    Holiday Inn Express

    Holiday Inn Express

    (16 reviews)

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    Earls Court, West Kensington

    We stayed here for the last four days and we loved it! This was our first time going overseas as we…read moreare originally from the US. We got there and after a long flight we were very tired but we arrived around 9ish and they were able to get us in way earlier at around 12 we were SO grateful. Then, the beds were super comfy and the breakfast was SOO good. Lots of variety, loved watching tv the people that work there are so kind. When we were leaving we needed a cab but the trains were on strike so we didn't end up getting one but the very very nice man at the front desk called every cab place in the area and was able to give us directions to a bus. Overall if I come back I'll definitely be staying here again!

    This was my second visit to London in two years. The first time I stayed in a tiny hotel room so I…read morewanted to see what else was available without paying too much. The hotel had to meet a few requirements: 1) free breakfast. 2) Comfortable room 3) Be located near an Underground station 4) reasonably priced. This met them all by being a well-known brand, without breaking the bank. The employees are friendly and helpful as well. The hotel is located a 5-10 minute walk from the District and Piccadilly lines as well as the West Brompton train station. If you are in town for a football match at Stamford Bridge (Go Chelsea!) you are about a 10-15 minute walk away. The hotel and lobby is very nice and clean. My room was very comfortable with a decent sized bathroom. It was clean with the exception of some mildewed grout in the shower. The breakfast was better than most. Lots of choices for food and drink. Plan it carefully because the later you sit down to eat, the more crowded it is. At times it was hard to find a clean table to sit at. And although it's supposed to start at 7 am we were able to grab some food at 6 am one morning. At night they serve drinks at a small bar. Considering how expensive London can be, this place offers a lot at a reasonable price. There are plenty of pubs and markets minutes away. I will definitely stay again next year.

    London Marriott Hotel Kensington - Breakfast buffet at Cast Iron

    London Marriott Hotel Kensington

    (34 reviews)

    £££

    South Kensington, Kensington

    We had an absolutely fantastic stay at the London Marriott!…read more I have no clue why the rating is so low as everything exceeded our expectations. Fantastic location close to 2 Tube Stations, we had a quick, easy and friendly check in and our room was ready early which we appreciated after our travel day! The room was well sized for London - we were traveling as a party of 4 and the room had 2 queen sized beds and a pull out sofa bed - all of which were very comfortable. Great bathroom with one of the best hotel showers we have come across and L'Occitane amenities. Dual vanities. Despite the crazy unprecedented London heat our room started cold - now if you are from the US and used to blasting freezing AC in the room - the UK does not operate like that but the room was cool and a great temperature There was a lounge for platinum and above guest with afternoon appetizers and drinks - we did not make use of this as we were always out and about but the included breakfast in the restaurant was fantastic with lots of healthy options, the best - and what appeared to be in house or locally baked bread - omelette station and so much more! This hotel was fantastic and I would stay here again in a heartbeat!

    We stayed for two nights in London following our cruise that sailed from Southampton. The primary…read morereason I selected this specific hotel was the close proximity to the Gloucester tube station which was our meeting point for a motor coach trip to Highclere Castle. I used my Marriott AMEX Brilliant free night award combined with Bonvoy points. 75k per night. Later I realized other great reasons to stay here. 1) It's a very short walk to Earl Court tube station. Take the short cut as you walk down the hotel one way driveway to Hogarth Road. Then it's 5 minutes to the tube entrance. Catch the Piccadilly line to Heathrow. 2) there's an executive lounge onsite. Located sub level. Stocked with bottled beverages, water dispensers, and hot food 5:30p-7pm daily, wine & beer served then, as of this writing the espresso machine broken, and 3) included breakfast in the Cast & Iron restaurant. Friendly hotel staff. The concierge Ash was very nice. He actually walked us outside down the hotel driveway to show us how easy it was to get to Hogarth Road. The hotel proximity to two underground tube stations was a big plus. And a very short walk to Kensington High St shopping district and restaurants was nice and convenient. Our hotel room was tight but that's London. Came with a Nespresso machine and several pods. Two bottles of still water daily. I'd consider staying here in the future.

    Hotel Indigo

    Hotel Indigo

    (34 reviews)

    ££

    South Kensington

    Black mold everywhere! Absolute worst hotel we have ever stayed in. A danger to your health staying…read morehere! When checking in, we were told we were upgraded. What a joke! I noticed reviews here saying to avoid the basement so when I heard Room 602, I thought "oh good, the 6th floor". Wrong! Rooms starting with "6" are all in the basement. Immediately upon entering the room, the most damp, rotten, and moist smell. Being in the basement, you can't open the single small window. We thought it was coming from the AC so we turned it off and heading out to sight see on our last day in the city. When we came back at around 10pm, the smell was even worse. We narrowed down the smell to originating from the bathroom. I thought it was coming from the drain but soon realized there was black mold growing on the tile grout, the wood on the door, and even the shelves on the wall. How can room service or management not see this? The bathroom fan was broken and probably has not been working in months, which is why so much mold has grown from the shower moisture. These rooms are never properly cleaned and it's shameful they've been neglected this long. It honestly smelled like a house which has been flooded with sewer water. The moldy smell gave us headaches and coughs. Now past 10PM, it wasn't worth us arguing to get another room so we decided we'd just check out at 5AM and just head to the airport early. The room itself was not great either. The bed was rock hard and the security safe did not work. Carpets were stained and artwork/mirrors had layers of dust on them. When checking out, we told the guy at the front desk how atrocious and unsafe the room was with the black mold and smell. He just said he would let management know. That's it! There wasn't a sincere apology or even an offer for partial reimbursement. I doubt him or management will do anything as there are many review with similar experiences here that I wish I had seen prior. He informed us our receipt would be emailed and didn't even say have a good day or anything. Sad! It's now, 2 days since checking out and I noticed 2 charges on my credit card statement from Hotel Indigo as if I stayed 2 nights there. I had to contact them to send my receipt again and finally received it. Now I'm waiting to get this second charge removed and getting over a cough from staying in the room. Do yourself a favor and do not stay here! For over $300 a night, there are many better options in London. Your health matters and this place should be shut down. Do not fall for the "you've been upgraded" junk. I look forward to hearing their canned response to my review here.

    Stayed from 13-16 June. Location was good, close to the…read moreTube Station. Room, amenities and cleanliness was good. Excellent Breakfast and staff experience. Big negative and one star review for lack of Air Conditioning. My room was 25°C the entire stay. Outside was identical temperature, so zero reprieve from the heat. They said my room faces the sun, and air is controlled centrally, so nothing they could do. I opened the windows in the evening, however, the cars racing down the High Street, made sleeping impossible until after 0130 in the morning. I averaged about four hours sleep per night, absolutely ruined my trip. Would not recommend this property.

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