The Kensington Hideaway

Travelers find a welcoming London base at this Kensington hotel where attentive staff and a continental breakfast start each day on the right note

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Dates

December 2025

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January 2026

Restaurant - The Kensington Hideaway (London)

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers - The Kensington Hideaway (London)

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace - The Kensington Hideaway (London)

Just steps from Kensington High Street, Seraphine Kensington Olympia Hotel offers a stylish retreat with continental breakfast, a cozy bar, in-room WiFi, and proximity to Kensington Palace and Olympia Conference Centre. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Popular amenities

Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Bar
Laundry room
Housekeeping

Room options

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Tonight

Dec 18 - Dec 19

Tomorrow

Dec 19 - Dec 20

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2025

Portable fan

Premium bedding

10 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Large Twin Bed

Queen Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2025

Portable fan

Premium bedding

18 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

King Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2025

Portable fan

Premium bedding

23 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2025

Portable fan

Premium bedding

17 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Accessible Single Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2025

Portable fan

Premium bedding

16 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Large Twin Bed

Accessible Double Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2025

Portable fan

Premium bedding

16 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2025

Portable fan

Premium bedding

23 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

About the area

225 Kensington High Street, London, London, England, W8 6SA

What's nearby

Kensington High Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Holland Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Design Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cromwell Road - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Kensington Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

High Street Kensington Station - 4 min walk
Kensington (Olympia) Station - 14 min walk
London (LCY-London City) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cafe Le Monde - ‬3 min walk
‪Megan's on the High Street Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
‪GAIL's Bakery - ‬2 min walk
‪The Design Museum Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
‪Burger & Lobster - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hideaway

Upscale hotel remodelled in 2025 and located near Kensington High Street

Close to Kensington Palace and Imperial College London, The Kensington Hideaway provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Other perks at this hotel include:

Full breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
A lift, free newspapers and local meal delivery service
Smoke-free property

Room features

All 59 rooms feature comforts, such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and portable fans
Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
Heated floors, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

No on-site parking available
Offsite parking available (GBP 44 per day)

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 16 for adults and GBP 10 for children
A bar/lounge

Things to do

Stereo

Family friendly

Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
High-pile carpet in room
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

1 building
Renovated entire property - November 2025
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided

Entertainment

45-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Meal delivery service

More

Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Free daily newspapers
Heated floor
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Portable fan
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

10 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 16 for adults and from GBP 10 for children
Nearby parking fee: GBP 44 per day (328 ft away)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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, debit cards and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Best Western Seraphine Kensington Olympia

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Kensington Seraphine Hotel

BEST WESTERN Seraphine Kensington Olympia Hotel London, England

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Seraphine Olympia Hotel

Seraphine Kensington Olympia

Seraphine Olympia

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Seraphine Kensington Olympia

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Kensington Hideaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Kensington Hideaway?

The Kensington Hideaway doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Kensington Hideaway?

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

What time is check-out at The Kensington Hideaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Kensington Hideaway located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Kensington Gardens. Hyde Park and Kensington Palace are also within 1 mile (2 km). High Street Kensington Station is only a 4-minute walk and Earl's Court Station is 13 minutes.