The Beaufort

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about The Beaufort? It’s tucked into this gorgeous garden square that feels worlds away from the madness of central London, even though you’re literally a five-minute walk from Harrods. I mean, Beaufort Gardens is one of those proper Kensington addresses where the white stucco buildings look like they’ve been plucked from a period drama – and honestly, The Beaufort fits right in without trying too hard to be fancy about it.

The thing is, this place gets the balance right between boutique charm and actually functioning as a hotel. Sure, it’s a 4-star property with a 7.5 rating, which sounds pretty middle-of-the-road on paper, but that rating actually makes sense when you experience it. The rooms aren’t massive (this is London, after all), but they’re thoughtfully designed with these lovely little touches – proper reading lights that actually work, decent wardrobes, and bathrooms that feel updated without being sterile. The staff genuinely seem to remember your name after the first day, which is rarer than you’d think. I stayed during a particularly busy spell in autumn when the museums were packed, and check-in was smooth even with a small queue. The only minor gripe? The lift is one of those charming but slow old-school ones, so if you’re on the fourth floor with heavy bags, well… consider it part of the authentic London experience.

What really sells this place though is the location – and I don’t just mean it’s “convenient.” You’re on a quiet residential street where you’ll hear birds in the morning instead of traffic, but step out the front door and you’re genuinely walking distance to everything that matters. The Natural History Museum is maybe ten minutes on foot, the V&A even closer. There’s a brilliant little café called The Ivy Chelsea Garden just around the corner (locals know it gets busy at weekends), and if you head toward Brompton Road, you’ll hit both the shopping and the South Kensington tube station. The neighborhood has this lived-in feel – you’ll see actual residents walking their dogs, not just tourists with maps. Honestly, after staying in some of the more touristy areas of London, there’s something refreshing about being somewhere that feels like a real part of the city. It’s the kind of place where you might actually bump into the same dog walker a few mornings in a row, and by the end of your stay, you’ll have your own little routine worked out.

Rooms

• Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults
• Deluxe King or Twin Room with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for 2 adults
• Junior Suite with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 2 adults
• Single Room with 1 double bed for 1 adult
• Deluxe Queen Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults

Facilities