Merit Kensington Hotel
4 star hotelHotel12, 16-18 & 24 Penywern Road, London, SW5 9ST, United KingdomMerit Kensington Hotel is a 4-star boutique hotel located in the heart of London, and within a 2-minute walk of Earl’s Court Tube Station. It’s only a short stroll from plenty of well-known parks and famous shops such as Harrods. And if you’re looking for a little culture, it’s only a few minutes’ walk from the Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum.
Start your day with a tasty breakfast in the charming dining area and choose from a selection of traditional and contemporary dishes to suit every palate. Whether you’re in the mood for a light bite or a hearty meal, there’s always something to tickle your taste buds.
Arriving in London
6.5 km from London St Pancras Int’l
While you are in London
1.3 km from Natural History Museum
Very Good
Good to know
- Close to public transport
- Modern Hotel
Very good hotel for solo travelers. Close to Earls Court. Located near shopping areas and has easy access to public transportation. Awesome vibe.
Hotel facilities
- Air conditioning
- Coffee/tea making facilities
- Concierge and porterage facilities
- Internet access
- Laundry facilities
- Lift/Elevator
- Shuttle services
- Housekeeping
Rooms
Relax and unwind in the luxurious rooms, each designed with a touch of classic elegance and modern added extras. From comfy bedding to high-speed wifi and flat-screen TVs, every detail has been added to make your stay memorable.
Whether you choose a cosy single room or something a little bigger, you’ll have the perfect space to relax after a day of exploring the city. Many rooms have stunning views, and some even have balconies where you can sit back and sip a drink.
Location
Located in the heart of Kensington, Merit Kensington Hotel is just moments away from London’s must-see attractions. Stroll through the beautiful Kensington Gardens, visit the world-renowned Victoria and Albert Museum, or explore the designer boutiques of Kensington High Street. With excellent transport links nearby, including Earls Court and Gloucester Road stations, the entire city is on your doorstep.
Our hints & tips
Culture vultures will be spoiled for choice with the Royal Albert Hall, Saatchi Gallery, V&A, Science Museum, and Natural History Museum all nearby.
There’s lots of restaurants, bars and cafes in the local area, with plenty of greenery close by in Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens.
Arriving in London
6.5 km from London St Pancras Int’l
While you are in London
1.3 km from Natural History Museum
Very Good
Review breakdown
Good to know
- Close to public transport
- Modern Hotel
Rated by
Couple –
46%
Solo –
26%
Family –
23%
Business –
5%
Rated 4.1/5 based on reviews from all travellers
Very good hotel for solo travelers. Close to Earls Court. Located near shopping areas and has easy access to public transportation. Awesome vibe.
Excellent City Hotel
Excellent WiFi
Review Highlights
Good internet service
- Positive: 93% said the wifi quality was great.
- Positive: 100% liked the proximity to shopping.
- Positive: 100% thought it was easy to get to the train station.
- Positive: 97% liked the proximity to sightseeing.
- Positive: 100% enjoyed the restaurants & bars nearby.
- Positive: Easily accessible by car, said 87%.
- Positive: Good access to the airport, said 87%.
- Positive: Good access to the airport, said 83%.
- Negative: Not enough parking facilities, according to 57%.
Great location
- Positive: Near to public transport, according to 100%.
- Positive: 100% liked the proximity to shopping.
- Positive: 95% liked the proximity to sightseeing.
- Positive: 100% enjoyed the restaurants & bars nearby.
- Positive: Easily accessible by car, said 88%.
- Positive: Good access to the airport, said 87%.
- Positive: Good access to the airport, said 87%.
- Positive: Good access to the airport, said 88%.
- Neutral: Parking was ok, according to 60%.
Awesome vibe
- Positive: 97% thought, the hotel was modern.
- Positive: 91% said it was a stylish hotel.
- Positive: 95% thought the hotel was luxurious.
- Neutral: 60% thought the atmosphere was somewhat friendly.
- Negative: For 75%, the lobby entrance was sub-standard.
Clean
- Positive: 79% said rooms were clean.
- Positive: 92% thought it was clean.
- Positive: 75% thought the dining area was clean.
- Neutral: Cleanliness of the bathroom was average, said 59%.
Tasty breakfast
- Negative: 56% said the breakfast was too expensive.
Room is all right
- Positive: 79% said rooms were clean.
- Positive: 97% appreciated the modern rooms.
- Positive: 77% enjoyed the shower.
- Neutral: For only 59%, the bathroom was ok.
- Neutral: Beds were acceptable for 62%.
- Neutral: Cleanliness of the bathroom was average, said 59%.
- Neutral: Only 53% thought the furniture was functional.
- Neutral: 61% thought the minibar was ok.
- Neutral: For only 50%, the tv was ok.
- Neutral: 57% thought the kitchenette was ok.
- Negative: 76% said rooms were small.
- Negative: 65% thought they were poorly maintained.
- Negative: 69% criticized the small bathroom.
- Negative: Air conditioning was criticized by 73%.
- Negative: 66% were unhappy with the view.
Fairly good value for money
- Positive: Housekeeping was great, according to 77%.
- Positive: 88% found the restaurant service to be one of the best.
- Neutral: Only 61% thought the service was professional.
- Neutral: Hotel security was great, thought 70%.
- Negative: 56% said the breakfast was too expensive.
- Negative: 54% indicated the reception staff was not good.
- Negative: 85% didn't like the management.
- Negative: 86% complained about the room service.
- Negative: 89% complained about the room service.
Service is adequate
- Positive: Housekeeping was great, according to 77%.
- Positive: 88% found the restaurant service to be one of the best.
- Neutral: 70% found the staff to be very friendly.
- Neutral: Only 58% thought the service was professional.
- Neutral: Hotel security was average, thought 68%.
- Negative: 54% indicated the reception staff was not good.
- Negative: 88% didn't like the management.
- Negative: 86% complained about the room service.
- Negative: 86% complained about the room service.
Ordinary amenities
- Positive: 82% thought the architecture was beautiful.
- Positive: 96% said the facilities were very new.
- Neutral: 51% thought the building was acceptable.
- Negative: 82% complained about the elevator.
- Negative: For 75%, the lobby entrance was sub-standard.
- Negative: 93% were unhappy with the handicap accessible facilities.
- Negative: 93% were unhappy with the handicap accessible facilities.
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