Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel, offers a quiet garden and terrace in central London. Guests can book Swedish massages at the Imagine spa, work out in the health club, enjoy international dishes at Boulevard Restaurant, or relax with coffee in the lobby.
Near a metro station, Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG is in London City Centre, a walkable area in London with great shopping. Kensington Palace and Royal Albert Hall are notable landmarks and Sky Garden is a popular area attraction. Olympia Events and Buckingham Palace are two other places to visit that come recommended. Guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: High Street Kensington Station is just steps away and Earl's Court Station is 14 minutes by foot. Visit our London travel guide
Wrights Lane, Kensington, London, England, W8 5SP
What's nearby
Kensington High Street
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Kensington Gardens
7 min walk - 0.7 km
Cromwell Road
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Kensington Palace
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Royal Albert Hall
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
High Street Kensington Station
2 min walk
Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station
20 min walk
Heathrow Airport (LHR)
34 min drive
Restaurants
Jacuzzi
3 min walk
Dishoom Kensington
4 min walk
Knoops
4 min walk
McDonald's
2 min walk
Pret a Manger
4 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG
Upscale hotel near Kensington Palace
Located close to Royal Albert Hall and Olympia Events, Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Boulevard Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a business center. In addition to a sauna, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An indoor pool
Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
Express check-out, express check-in, and a ballroom
Wedding services, a front-desk safe, and massage treatment rooms
Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 706 rooms have comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 17.95 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Boulevard Restaurant
Lounge Bar
Starbucks
Things to do
Fitness classes
Full-service spa
Health club
Indoor pool
Sauna
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Business center
Conference space
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Full-service spa
2 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Sauna
Spa open daily
Swedish massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
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8 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1960
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Pillow menu
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.95 per person
Self parking fee: GBP 45 per day
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night
Facilities fee: GBP 5.00 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; swimming pool; fitness facilities
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Access to all recreational facilities is subject to a surcharge.
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG?
As of 2026/5/16, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG on 2026/5/25 start from NT$4,257, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for GBP 45 per day. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG located?
Located in London City Centre, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kensington Palace, Royal Albert Hall, and Olympia Events. Buckingham Palace and Big Ben are also within 6 mi (10 km). High Street Kensington Station is only a 2-minute walk and Earl's Court Station is 14 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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I had a very frustrating experience with the front desk regarding my IHG membership. I booked through Expedia, and after speaking with both Expedia and IHG, both confirmed that the hotel should be able to add my IHG membership number to the reservation. However, the hotel staff were unpleasant, unhelpful, and unwilling to cooperate. They simply kept saying it was “not their policy” and that they could not make any updates to the reservation.
As a result, I lost IHG points for 2 rooms over 4 nights, which is a significant loss. The lack of professionalism, poor attitude, and unwillingness to assist made the experience even worse.
Overall, the front desk staff were very unhelpful and uncooperative, and the housekeeping issues were unacceptable. I would not recommend this hotel based on my experience.
Overall our stay was great! The location was perfect, near to everything. Transportation was very convenient. Breakfast was also great but there should be a more variety. Highly recommended if want a place near to everything!
This property is big, nice rooms, located close to the underground, helpful staff, nice rooms, good water pressure, good price, would definitely recommend
I enjoyed my stay at the Holiday Inn Kensington. The hotel is just beside the tube and bus lines which was perfect. The staff was very kind and helpful throughout my visit. My room was good overall, although the bathroom was a little small, and the shower door didn’t seem to be built properly since water would easily leak out.
However, I appreciated having access to a small fridge in the room, which was very convenient, and the room itself was quiet.
The included breakfast was perfect to start the day, there were lots of choices, and I was pleasantly surprised by the variety.
Kamer had een verschrikkelijk muffe geur. Raam kon niet open dus de stank bleef. Ontbijt goed en uitgebreid. Wel erg druk en lawaaierig in de ontbijtzaal. Vriendelijk personeel.
The breakfast is worth it, you won't regret adding it. Our room was small, but adequate. There was no dresser, only a small wardrobe, so we were unable to completely unpack. The staff was excellent and very responsive. The location is wonderful, just one block from the underground.
Disappointing Stay – Poor Service and Cleanliness
My experience at this hotel was extremely disappointing from start to finish.
Upon arrival, I was incorrectly charged despite having prepaid. After proving I had paid, then the FD decided to double check on her side.
The biggest issue, however, was the condition of the room. I found dirty underwear under the bathroom sink and a wig under the couch—completely unacceptable from a cleanliness standpoint. I had to call multiple times before anyone from the front desk or housekeeping answered, and even then, it took an additional two hours for someone to come and clean the room.
To make matters worse, the hotel was hosting a group of runners for the London Marathon. Despite this, they held loud events the night before, with no consideration for guests who needed to wake up early. The noise made it nearly impossible to sleep. If events are being hosted, basic planning—such as placing runners on higher floors away from the noise—should be expected.
Overall, the staff came across as rude and not properly trained, and the lack of organization and attention to guest experience was very evident.
I would not recommend staying here.
Maira
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Felicia
2026/4/29
Great location, near the High Street Kensington station. Staff was courteous
Gute Lage, tolles Frühstück, nettes Menschen.
Zimmer eher klein und mini-nicht-zu-öffnendes Fenster
Schade, dass uns der teure, vergessene Kopfhörer nicht geschickt wird. So weit reicht der Service dann nicht :-(
Sandra
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Elizabeth
2026/4/24
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Bedroom was tiny & tired
Pool is run down & jacuzzi was not working (has been out of service for over three months)
However the staff were lovely in the fitness centre
I did the eco thing for my room I didn't have to waste towel or water.
the breakfast was a great place to start your day, the person in charger could've been nicer as far as for her customer service skills shown. She placed me somewhere where I didn't want to sit near the people doing the bread/toasting area, I stated I didn't want this seat and she walk away, so moved myself, maybe her bun hair was on too tight.
Our concierge was freak in awesome, did everything, took care of us who were 1st time visiting...
A well run central London hotel. Everything ran as expected and breakfast was paticularly efficient. Parking at hotel worked well, although you do need to leave your key with the garage as they have to double park to maximise space.