180-186 Cromwell Road Sherborne Court, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW5 0SS, United Kingdom
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Sherborne Court Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Sherborne Court on Cromwell Road, you immediately get that feeling of stumbling onto something good. This four-star property sits right in the thick of things in Kensington — I mean, you’re literally steps from South Kensington tube station and all those incredible museums. The building itself has that classic London charm without being stuffy about it, and honestly, the location alone makes you feel like you’ve cracked some sort of code for staying in London without breaking the bank.

The Neighborhood Advantage

Here’s what I love about this spot — you’re in Kensington and Chelsea, which sounds fancy (and it is), but Cromwell Road keeps things real. You can walk to the Natural History Museum in about five minutes, hit Harrods when you’re feeling ambitious, or just wander through Hyde Park when you need to decompress. The couples who stay here absolutely rave about the area, and I get it — there’s something romantic about being able to stroll to the Royal Albert Hall for an evening show, then grab late-night coffee at one of the little cafes that dot the neighborhood.

Practical Perks

You know what’s actually refreshing? They have parking on-site, which anyone who’s driven in London will tell you is basically like finding treasure. Most hotels in this part of town just shrug and point you toward some expensive car park blocks away. The whole setup here feels like they’ve thought about what travelers actually need rather than just what looks good in photos. The room I stayed in was comfortable without trying too hard — clean lines, decent space for London standards, and a bathroom that didn’t require contortionist skills to navigate.

Location Reality Check

I’ll be straight with you — this isn’t some hidden gem tucked away on a quiet mews (though those have their charm). Cromwell Road is a proper London thoroughfare, which means you’ll hear some traffic. But that also means you’re connected to everything that matters. South Ken tube station puts you anywhere in the city within 20 minutes, and when you’re walking back after a long day of sightseeing, you’ll appreciate not having to navigate through residential streets with a map.

Why Guests Love It

The thing about Sherborne Court is that it delivers on the promise of a London stay without the pretense. You’re not paying for marble lobbies or doormen in top hats — you’re paying for a solid base in one of the city’s best neighborhoods. The staff seems to understand that most guests are here to explore London, not lounge around the hotel, so they focus on making check-in smooth and giving genuinely helpful local tips. It’s the kind of place where you feel like you’re staying somewhere that locals might actually recommend, rather than just another tourist trap with inflated prices.

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Sherborne Court Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Superior One-Bedroom Apartment with Balconylarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
Standard One-Bedroom Apartmentlarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
Superior Studio Apartment2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 large double bed, 2 × 2 single beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults, 2 children
Superior Studio without Balcony1 large double bed for 2 adults
Duplex Apartment4 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults
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Reviews of Sherborne Court

  • Apostolos from Greece (9/10)

    Very nice and clean apartment! The location was perfect and close to Underground station. Finally, the staff was very helpful!

  • Yee from Italy (8/10)

    Great location . Near underground- Earls Court , Gloucester Road, and bus stops.
    Walking distance to museums in South Kensington and to supermarkets and restaurants .

    The flat is well equipped to prepare simple food .

  • Mohammed from United Arab Emirates (9/10)

    The staff are amazing, thel location is superb and the property is clean.

  • Rhonda from United States (9/10)

    Location is great. Room slept 3 people comfortably. Small patio was nice.

  • N from Germany (9/10)

    The location was amazing and the apartment was clean and had all the facilities. The host was very prompt in replying to messages and check-in n out process was smooth.

  • Colin from Australia (9/10)

    Perfect location friendly staff. Everything was just perfect for what we needed. Our trip was to catch up with our daughter and to do some business as well. Highly recommended.

  • Tram from Australia (9/10)

    Very friendly and welcoming staff, great location close to trains/buses/shops

  • Mirella from Italy (9/10)

    The staff is kind, friendly, professional and ready to answer every request (including the doormen who work in the building).
    The flat has a well-equipped kitchen and is located in a quiet and elegant area of the city convenient for buses and underground. Restaurants, pubs and supermarkets are also very close to the flat.

  • Ioannis from Greece (8/10)

    The location is good with access to bus stops and underground stations. From there you can go everywhere.

  • Hanadi from Saudi Arabia (9/10)

    Location- flexibility in check in and check out.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Hyde Park: 700 m
  • Perks Field: 1.7 km
  • Princes Garden: 1.6 km
  • Science Museum: 1.6 km
  • Kensington Palace: 1.6 km
  • Kensington Square: 1 km
  • The Design Museum: 900 m
  • Baden-Powell House: 950 m
  • Natural History Museum: 1.1 km
  • Victoria and Albert Museum: 1.4 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Turmeric Kitchen: 200 m
  • Restaurant The Atrium Restuarant: 100 m
  • Restaurant Afternoon Tea at Park Grand London Kensington: 200 m

Top attractions:

  • Big Ben: 5 km
  • Regents Park: 6 km
  • Madame Tussauds: 4.8 km
  • St James’s Park: 4.3 km
  • Banqueting House: 5 km
  • Trafalgar Square: 5 km
  • Buckingham Palace: 3.9 km
  • Piccadilly Circus: 4.6 km
  • Churchill War Rooms: 5 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Round Pond: 1.6 km
  • Forest Queen’s Wood: 12 km

Ski lifts:

  • Brentwood Park Lift: 41 km
  • Sandown Ski Centre Lift: 25 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Earls Court: 400 m
  • Train Imperial Wharf: 2.8 km
  • Train Shepherd’s Bush: 2.5 km
  • Bus Victoria Coach Station: 3.5 km
  • Metro High Street Kensington: 800 m

Closest airports:

  • London City Airport: 19 km
  • London Gatwick Airport: 47 km
  • London Heathrow Airport: 18 km

Facilities

Bathroom:

  • Private bathroom

Transport:

  • Car hire

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken:

  • Arabic
  • English
  • French
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Portuguese
  • Slovak
  • Urdu

Cleaning services:

  • Trouser press Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Reception services:

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying Additional charge

Entertainment and family services:

  • Babysitting/child services Additional charge
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House Rules at Sherborne Court

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 17:30
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • From 09:30 to 10:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.8

Comfort:

8.2

Location:

9.2

Free WiFi:

8.7

Facilities:

8.2

Cleanliness:

8.1

Value for money:

7.8