Located close to Victoria and Albert Museum, The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione offers a tranquil retreat. Treat yourself to fine Italian cuisine at The Franklin Restaurant, enjoy garden views, or relax in the 24-hour gym. Guests appreciate the helpful staff and first-rate property condition.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Spa
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Connecting rooms available
Air-conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness centre
Steam room
24-hour room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Massage/treatment rooms
Babysitting
Business centre
24-hour front desk
For families (6)
Children stay free
Babysitting (surcharge)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
The current price is AU$705
AU$705
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Why we love this property
Work meets relaxation
Located in the city centre, this hotel offers a business centre and meeting room for productivity. After work, enjoy the full-service spa and bar.
Savoury Italian cuisine
A restaurant dishes up Italian cuisine with garden views. Guests can also visit the cafe, enjoy the bar, or start their day with a full breakfast.
When you stay at The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione, you'll be in a fantastic location, only a five-minute walk from Victoria and Albert Museum and Brompton Oratory. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials or body treatments, and Italian cuisine is served at The Franklin Restuarant, which is open for lunch and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness centre and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and overall property condition. Public transportation is only a short walk: South Kensington Underground Station is 7 minutes and Knightsbridge Underground Station is 11 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
35 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with 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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Babysitting*
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 14 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
24-hours off-site parking within 1312 ft (GBP 52 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–11 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Babysitting (surcharge)
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
24-hour fitness centre
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Rainfall shower heads
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.
Dining
The Franklin Restuarant – Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 25 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 50 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 40 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 52 per day (1312 ft away; open 24 hours)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
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. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 14 kg per pet. There's a charge of GBP 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione and nearby?
The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione has a spa and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione?
Yes, The Franklin Restuarant offers Italian cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione like?
The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione is in London City Centre, a short 7-minute walk from South Kensington Underground Station and 10 minutes' walk from Hyde Park.
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Reviews
The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
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8/10 Very good
4 Jan 2026
Very friendly staff
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 Dec 2025
Loved it, amazing amazing staff. Needs a pool or hot tub but it's amazing
Claire
Claire, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Oct 2025
Great staff, great location
Brad
Brad, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Sept 2025
Lovely and welcoming staff, beautiful property
Sonja
Sonja, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Oct 2025
The staff was very helpful and treated us like a royalty.
Jeff
Jeff, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
12 Jan 2026
Everything that was under the staff ’s control was great. Only downside was that we were assaulted by cigarette smoke from another guest the first 3 days. Staff finally tracked down the source and our room was smoke free for the remaining days.
Lisa
Lisa, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Sept 2025
Wonderful luxury hotel
Gorgeous private garden
Moody interiors
Super quiet
Georgina
Georgina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Sept 2025
The staff was wonderful! Everything was top notch. I would highly recommend this place!
Laura
Laura, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 Oct 2025
Fabulous hotel
Beautiful boutique hotel on a quiet street just steps from the V&A and natural history museums.
Very close to the S. Kensington tube station. High end shopping abounds. Very comfortable rooms and excellent customer service. Would definitely stay again.
Debra
Debra, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 May 2025
A wonderful hotel in a great location with exceptional staff and incredibly comfortable beds.
Hannah
Hannah, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
21 Dec 2025
Room was beautiful and staff were great except for staff in bar. Wasn’t very welcoming and my drink wasn’t quite right. Otherwise everything else great.
Lynne
Lynne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 May 2025
The hotel was beautiful and the staff was helpful and kind
Rebecca
Rebecca, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 June 2025
The hotel is exceptional. We felt very well cared for by the bar, restaurant, and front desk staff. Location is ideal.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Feb 2025
Hôtel was nice and staff were also very helpful thank you
tom
tom, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 Mar 2025
Loved our 6 night stay! The staff are amazing & the hotel well appointed & in a lovey area. We would definitely return here for our next London visit!
Maria
Maria, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2024
Hotel is having excellent location and ambience plus staff is extremely helpful
Had wonderful stay
Sanjiv
Sanjiv, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Mar 2025
The hotel is so convenient to great shopping and the park. It is modern and there is a real sense of luxury.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
20 June 2025
Reception staff more than welcoming and friendly. They went above and beyond.
Great location.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 July 2024
Great service from the day one and the restaurant food was excellent!
Lisa
Lisa, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Mar 2024
Amazing personnel and restaurant!
Ruslan
Ruslan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Apr 2025
Fabulous Experience
The Franklin is an excellent hotel. The location is convenient, the service was exceptional and the decor was modern and stylish. We would not hesitate to stay there again.
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Apr 2025
Location,location and location
ismail
ismail, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2024
Location, quiet rooms, professional staff.
JENNIFER
JENNIFER, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Sept 2023
Excellent staff and conveniently located. will stay here again
Renee
Renee, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept 2024
Wonderful Stay
An amazing stay in a beautiful location, staff are super friendly and pleasant, the rooms are fantastic and fully equipped with everything you need, the food was amazing and restaurant staff were very helpful and welcoming, I would highly recommend for your next stay