Kensington Studios

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Kensington Studios? It’s tucked away on this quiet little street – Grenville Place – that honestly feels like a secret pocket of London. I mean, you’re literally a two-minute walk from the chaos of South Kensington tube station, but the moment you turn onto this street, it’s like someone hit the mute button on the city. The building itself has that classic white Victorian facade that screams proper London, but without the stuffiness you sometimes get with these heritage properties.

The studios themselves are actually proper studios – not just hotel rooms with a kettle shoved in the corner. Each one’s got a kitchenette that’s genuinely useful (I made coffee every morning and even attempted some pasta one evening), and the living spaces feel more like serviced apartments than typical hotel rooms. The design’s clean and modern without being cold, if that makes sense. What I really appreciated was the attention to practical details – decent Wi-Fi that actually works, proper blackout curtains (crucial for those summer mornings when London decides to be sunny at 5 AM), and storage space that doesn’t require a degree in Tetris to use. The bathrooms are well-designed too, with those rainfall showers that make you want to stay in longer than you should.

Location-wise, this place is honestly brilliant for exploring London. You’ve got the Natural History Museum practically on your doorstep – I could see people queuing from my window some mornings. Hyde Park’s right there when you need to escape the tourist crowds, and if you walk five minutes toward Brompton Road, you’ll hit some fantastic restaurants that aren’t completely overrun. The area gets busy during museum hours, obviously, but evenings and early mornings are surprisingly peaceful. Parking’s pretty much impossible around here (welcome to central London), but with South Ken tube literally around the corner, you really don’t need a car anyway. I found myself walking to Harrods, Covent Garden, even Oxford Street when I felt ambitious – everything’s closer than you think. The 8.1 rating feels about right to me; it’s solid, comfortable, and well-located without being flashy or trying too hard. Perfect for someone who wants to feel like they’re actually living in London for a few days rather than just passing through.

Rooms

• Superior Studio with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Deluxe Double Studio with 1 double bed for 1 adult
• Deluxe King Studio with 1 large double bed for 2 adults
• Deluxe Double Studio with 1 double bed for 1 adult
• Deluxe Double Studio with 1 double bed for 1 adult
• Superior Studio with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Standard Studio with 1 double bed for 1 adult
• Studio with 1 single bed for 1 adult
• Superior Studio with 1 double bed for 2 adults

Facilities