London Lodge Hotel

London Lodge Hotel Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to London Lodge Hotel on Lexham Gardens, you immediately get that quintessential London townhouse vibe — you know, the kind of elegant Victorian terrace that makes you feel like you’re stepping into a period drama. This three-star property sits perfectly in the heart of Kensington, and honestly, the location alone makes it worth considering. The building has that classic cream-colored facade that’s so typical of this area, and there’s something reassuring about how it blends seamlessly into one of London‘s most desirable neighborhoods.

Location & Neighborhood

Here’s what I love about staying in Kensington — you’re literally surrounded by some of London’s best bits without the tourist chaos of central areas. Hyde Park is just a few minutes’ walk away, which means morning jogs or evening strolls are actually doable. The Natural History Museum and Victoria & Albert Museum are close enough that you could pop over for a quick visit, and South Kensington tube station connects you to pretty much everywhere you’d want to go. I mean, couples consistently rate this spot 9.2 out of 10, and after spending time here, I totally get why — it’s that perfect balance of residential calm and urban accessibility.

The Room Experience

The rooms here are what you’d expect from a well-maintained London townhouse hotel — they’re not massive (this is London, after all), but they’re thoughtfully designed and comfortable. Each room has that classic British charm with modern touches that actually work. The beds are properly comfortable, and the bathrooms are clean and functional. What struck me most was how quiet everything was, despite being in central London — those thick Victorian walls really do their job. The decor leans traditional without feeling stuffy, and there’s enough storage space for a week’s worth of clothes, which honestly surprised me.

Breakfast & Amenities

The buffet breakfast is actually quite decent — nothing fancy, but it covers all the basics you’d want before heading out to explore. There’s a good mix of continental options plus some hot items, and the coffee is better than I expected. One thing that really sets this place apart is the private parking — if you’re driving in London (brave soul!), having guaranteed parking in Kensington is practically gold dust. Most hotels in this area either don’t offer it or charge astronomical rates, so this is genuinely useful.

Why Guests Love It

What keeps people coming back to London Lodge Hotel is that it delivers exactly what it promises without any pretense. You’re getting solid accommodation in one of London’s most sought-after postcodes, with staff who know the area well and can point you toward the good local pubs and cafes that tourists usually miss. The 8.3 rating reflects what I experienced — it’s not trying to be something it’s not, but what it does, it does well. For the price point and location, it’s honestly hard to beat, especially if you value being able to walk to major attractions while still feeling like you’re staying somewhere with character rather than a generic chain hotel.

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Reviews of London Lodge Hotel

• Miriam from Malta (9/10)

  Its a very well located Hotel. Staff ready to help and spacious room.

• Carole from United Kingdom (8/10)

  The property was clean, comfortable and short walk to Earls Court tube. The staff were helpful and friendly.

• Lingyu from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Friendly staff

• Rachel from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Very comfy beds and clean.

• Vasiliki from Greece (9/10)

  The Room is guite large,clean,fairly warm near a metro station,10 minute's away friendly host,satisfactory breakfast

• Saeed from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Good location near tube station and walking distance to London's top museums in Kensington. Very friendly and helpful staff.

• Andy from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Clean spacious room in very good location for what I needed it for…

• Jal from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Continental breakfast was good
  Staff were friendly and helpful
  The room was clean and comfortable

• Alison from Turkey (9/10)

  The room was clean and comfortable and just the right temperature, looked exactly as on the photos. There was a large tv, a kettle etc and some lovely toiletries. The bed was comfortable and it was quiet. The location was very good – close to the tube, shops and restaurants but still quiet. The staff were all friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellent – lots of choice, with salad and fruit, all very good quality and with great coffee. I will definitely stay again.

• Joel from United States (9/10)

  Very nice hotel, but not my favorite part of London.

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