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Gainsborough Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Natural History Museum

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Reception
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Budget Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe
Located below ground level
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Single Room, Balcony

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Family Suite, No Windows

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe
Located below ground level
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
7-11 Queensberry Place, Kennsington, London, England, SW7 2DL

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington High Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • West Brompton Station - 4 min drive
  • South Kensington Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Natural History Museum Member's Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Urban Baristas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zetland Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shoty - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Khan's of Kensington - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Gainsborough Hotel

Hotel near Natural History Museum
Close to Victoria and Albert Museum and Imperial College London, Gainsborough Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to public transport
Room features
All 54 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews say good things about the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and housekeeping

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 15.95 for children

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 15.95 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Gainsborough Hotel Hotel
Gainsborough Hotel London
Gainsborough Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is Gainsborough Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Gainsborough Hotel?

Gainsborough Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Gainsborough Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gainsborough Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Gainsborough Hotel located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is steps away from Cromwell Road and Natural History Museum. Victoria and Albert Museum and Imperial College London are also within 10 minutes. South Kensington Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 7 minutes.

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Gainsborough Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Perfect location, good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

The room and location was perfect for us!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Location cleanliness, friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The rooms are tiny but the AC gets cold and the room is clean. The location is perfect to explore Kensington. Definitely would stay here again for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Great location near major museums in quaint/historic South Kensington with lots of good food options.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

The hotel is very conveniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Helpful and friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

The staff were so helpful. My husband is a diabetic and needs a fridge to keep his insulin cold. Our room was comfy and clean. Good location, great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice size room. Friendly staff and had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10

Perfect location. Paper thin walls
Stayed 12 nights in May 2025

10/10

It is our second stay at the Gainsborough and we love the area: lots of restaurants, close to the tube, on the Picadilly line so easy to get to and from Heathrow. More than adequate breakfast to start our day and 2 for1 cocktails to end it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10

Great location, easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

I particularly liked the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Excellent stay, clean confortable triple room. Excellent breakfast. Excellent location to tube,bus, food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

We had an amazing stay, so convenient to the Royal Albert Hall, such a safe area with all of London at your fingertips.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

This was once the home of the Florida State University London program, so a nostalgic place for me to stay as I spent two semesters there. But at a reasonable rate, and so centrally located, a great spot for anyone wanting to stay in London.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Great location & very friendly staff. The only negative thing was concerning the bathroom door. It went inwards and there was no space as it went up against the toilet. I had to go into the shower so I could move the door to be able to use the toilet and do the same to get out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Good location. Friendly people. Great continental breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

We enjoyed our four night stay at the Gainsborough. We stayed in a budget room down the stairs and it was very comfortable. Lovely large shower and decent sized bedroom. The area is lovely. A quick walk to the Natural history museum and plenty of restaurants to choose from. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Excellent location. Close to museums and gardens. Had trouble getting luggage up front stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

We loved the Gainsborough Hotel! The staff was friendly and welcoming. The breakfast buffet was delicious. Our room was very clean and comfortable. The location was perfect, just a short walk or underground ride from every where we wanted to visit. With the numerous restaurants, pubs, shops and museums close by the location could not be better!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

A wonderful location, hotel was clean, reception was lovely! In general it worth the price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024