Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station - 22 min walk
Earl's Court Station - 4 min walk
West Brompton Underground Station - 7 min walk
Gloucester Road Underground Station - 11 min walk
Restaurants
Pret a Manger - 2 min walk
McDonald's - 2 min walk
Courtfield - 1 min walk
Caffè Nero - 2 min walk
Over Under Coffee - 2 min walk
About this property
Merit Kensington Hotel
When you stay at Merit Kensington Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum. This Victorian hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Westfield London Shopping Centre and Thames River. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Earl's Court Station is 4 minutes and West Brompton Underground Station is 7 minutes.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [16-18 Penywern Road, London SW5 9SU]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Local maps
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: GBP 100 per stay
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17 per person
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel
Merit Kensington Hotel London
Merit Kensington Hotel Hotel London
Frequently asked questions
Does Merit Kensington Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Merit Kensington Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Merit Kensington Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Merit Kensington Hotel?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Merit Kensington Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Merit Kensington Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Stamford Bridge Stadium (1.2 mi) and Hyde Park (1.4 mi), along with Buckingham Palace (2.7 mi) and Piccadilly Circus (3.1 mi).
What's the area around Merit Kensington Hotel like?
Merit Kensington Hotel is in London City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Earl's Court Station and 14 minutes' walk from Kensington High Street. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
Merit Kensington Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8,4
Very good
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9,0/10
Cleanliness
8,4/10
Staff & service
8,2/10
Amenities
8,6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8,2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
25 December 2024
Jordan
Jordan, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
09 December 2024
Comfortable
Nice cute room small room. Definitely perfect for 1 person. The room heating I had trouble with. Got too hot then really cold. Overall I enjoyed my stay
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 October 2024
Priscilla
Priscilla, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 October 2024
Verified traveller
8-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
07 October 2024
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 September 2024
Don
Don, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 September 2024
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2024
Don
Don, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
24 September 2024
Near a subway stop. The room was a little small - but that was to be expected in London. Room was clean, updated lighting and HVAC controls. Nice neighborhood
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2024
Great hotel. The staff at the front desk were amazingly helpful. We left a pair of jeans behind and they sent us a picture and gave us options for their return. Thanks for everything!!
Woodland
Woodland, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
03 September 2024
Mollie-Anne
Mollie-Anne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
02 September 2024
The front desk was aware that the elevator was broken and expected the guest to carry their luggage to carry their luggage up and down the narrow spiral staircase. The carpet and the drapes in the room were filthy. Room stunk.
The front desk clerk was indifferent when asked to remedy these issues.
This hotel is not a 4-star and should not be considered by the more mature and experienced traveler. In short, false advertising.
Barbara
Barbara, 11-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
02 September 2024
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Brendan
Brendan, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
25 August 2024
Avoid at all costs !! Horrible experience. This is a scam. We booked this hotel for 7 days but they gave us a room that resembles a prison cell and with Double bed and no room to put our luggage, let alone put a baby bed in the room !! Despite that, they refuse to refund the entire stay !! This is illegal. I will press charges.
Hatim
Hatim, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 August 2024
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 August 2024
Yuka
Yuka, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 August 2024
Pauline
Pauline, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
08 August 2024
Wonderful stay!
Allison
Allison, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
31 July 2024
Poor Hygiene
The bed was covered in someones or dogs hair, told the reception and all they said was we are sorry, didnt offer any kind of revolution and didnt really seemed bothered after showing pictures, easy stay not bad for location but that was the only plus
Kriss
Kriss, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 July 2024
This was the second year in a row staying at the Merit. We loved it so much, we came back. It's very well located and the staff is friendly and it's also very clean.
Mary Louise
Mary Louise, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 July 2024
Great location and beautiful, clean, large rooms. Couldn’t have asked for better
Andrea
Andrea, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2024
Ciara
Ciara, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 July 2024
Great location and large bedroom. Bathroom very small for 2 people. Breakfast very good.