Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG

Hotel with spa, near Kensington Palace

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In the heart of London, Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel offers a tranquil oasis with a garden and terrace. Unwind at Imagine spa with treatments like Swedish massages or sweat it out in the health club; enjoy international cuisine at Boulevard Restaurant or sip coffee in the lobby.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
$95 nightly
$114 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Spa sanctuary
The full-service spa offers treatments from aromatherapy to hot stone massages in serene rooms. A sauna, hot tub, and garden complete this wellness haven.
Fine flavors all day
The hotel's restaurant serves international cuisine paired with full breakfast options. A bar and cafe complete the flavorful dining lineup.
Work and play paradise
Located in the city center's shopping district, this hotel offers business amenities and a full-service spa. Unwind with massages after meetings.

Room options

Showing 11 of 11 rooms
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Premium Room

Good
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

Good
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Good
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

Good
  • 257 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Good
  • 160 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Premium Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Good
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Suite, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Suite, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Twin Beds

Excellent
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

Good
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Good
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Room amenity
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Wrights Lane, Kensington, London, England, W8 5SP

What's nearby

  • Kensington High Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Holland Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kensington Palace - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 34 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 45 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 69 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 79 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 88 min drive
  • Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station - 20 min walk
  • Kensington (Olympia) Station - 20 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 20 min walk
  • High Street Kensington Station - 2 min walk
  • Earl's Court Station - 14 min walk
  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Jacuzzi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dishoom Kensington - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Knoops - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG

When you stay at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Kensington Gardens. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or mani/pedis, and international cuisine is served at Boulevard Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club are other highlights. Fellow travelers like that it's just a short walk to public transportation: High Street Kensington Station is 2 minutes away and Earl's Court Station is 14 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 706 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
    • Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (10 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 45 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 7 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Fitness classes

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 1960
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Dining

Boulevard Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Starbucks - This coffee shop serves light fare only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.95 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 45 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Facility access costs GBP 5.00 per person, per day. Facilities include fitness facilities, a sauna, and a swimming pool.
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Access to all recreational facilities is subject to a surcharge.

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 45 per day. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG also has a sauna and a health club, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG?

Yes, Boulevard Restaurant offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG like?

Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG is in London City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from High Street Kensington Station and 19 minutes' walk from Hyde Park. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, delicious, and superb by multiple guests. (140 reviews)
  • The property's gym facilities were well-equipped and highly praised by guests. (17 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight of the stay, perfectly heated and well-maintained with a nice jacuzzi and steam room. (53 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Hotel was clean staff friendly.
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast, comfy bed and good air on.
Phillip Neil, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good breakfast, nice staff, really nice gym and pool
Kaja, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast, comfy bed and good air on made this a great 3-night stay. Would book again when staying in London.
Phillip Neil, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I didn’t go to the spa unfortunately but the room was wonderful and the staff were great! Will definitely stay again
Mathew, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean beds comfy. Public areas very nice . Staff nice. The breakfasts very nice plenty of it.
Jan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and excellent hospitality
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and the staff friendlym
Chris, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely and clean Good breakfast Friendly Food staff
Theresa, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff excellent especially in the dining room.
Phil, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Hotel very clean and well located. Staff very friendly.
Charlotte, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was ok. Scrambled eggs were undercooked. Staff were excellent
Diana, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The pool was good. The bar staff were lovely. The food from the bar was poor.
Anne, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean but small room/bathroom.
Madelaine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast incroyable.
CHRISTINE, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What stood out was just how friendly and welcoming ALL the staff were, outstanding service.
Sally, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

location was good
Lee, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Professional , polite staff and clean comfortable rooms. What more do you need.
Sean, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Pleasant staff, lovely breakfast
Jo, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good value, easy checkout and good breakfast
Natalie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Location, location and location.
ian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were friendly and the room was clean albeit slightly compact. Thoracotomy enjoyed the food
Chukwudi, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean and staff were friendly.
Gino, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great service and treats for our anniversary
Sadaf, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very courteous, friendly and helpful staff!
Anita, 3-night trip