42 Holland Road, Kensington and Chelsea, London, W14 8BB, United Kingdom
#1257 of 5,380 vacation rentals in London
Guests' ChoiceBased on 428 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Location
8.6
Facilities
7.6
Staff
8.7
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 12, 2024
Jennifer
South AfricaWe had no complaints at all. This was very good value for money and exceeded my expectations!
This is a charming little hotel in a quiet street in Kensington. The room was bigger than I expected from the picture, and the beds were very comfortable. Everything was clean, and the room was serviced with fresh towels every day. Wonderful coffee in the cafe.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 11, 2024
Allusinaatio
FinlandNothing to complain about. Quite a lot of stairs to get to the bathrooms but not a problem per se.
Nice and quiet location, easy check-in and clean room!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 7, 2024
Nicola
United KingdomA little tight for space and a bit outdated but very comfortable.
Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was spotlessly clean.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 2, 2024
Jakub
PolandGood location, nice surrondings, nice victorian style building. Clean and quiet place.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Saul
IrelandThe bed was one of the most uncomfortable I've ever slept on. I think you need to check the bed frame or the mattress, something needs to be changed.
The location was great, the hotel was clean and the staff were friendly.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 23, 2024
Miyuki
PeruThe room was too narrow for 4 beds and we didn't have enough space to put our suitcases.
Staff was super friendly and it was very convenient to have a digital lock because it gave us a lot of freedom.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Daniela
PortugalThe bath tub is high and quite dangerous to fall
Everything about this hotel amazed me! Our room was big and super clean. And
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 15, 2024
Signe
United KingdomI didn't realise that I would have to share the toilet and shower facilities; I had to climb 3 flights of stairs to get to the bathroom, which was fairly inconvenient. There was no kettle or tv in the room. I couldn't turn the heater on in the room and there was no extra blankets provided, so it was a bit chilly. The bed cover (not linen) was stained. The bed was uncomfortable - hard and I could feel the springs while laying down.
The room was fairly clean and quiet. The bed linen and towels were clean. The bathrooms were clean and warm, had hot water and some soap provided. The check-in process was simple and no hassle (the little note on the key with all the key info was helpful) The location is probably the best thing about this hotel.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 12, 2024
Silite
United KingdomFor us girlies is the need for a mirror closer to the daylight/window as makeup has to be 10/10 :D
This was a truly inviting and comfortable hotel that me and my friend stayed in. As students looking for a nice yet affordable place in London, this hotel was very very close to perfect!! Additionally, I cannot say enough about the kindness and warmth of your staff. From the front desk to the housekeeping team, everyone we encountered went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and cared for which truly made our stay memorable. And the Iced coffees were amazing! We had them every morning as a way to start our day! Thank you for providing such a lovely environment for us. It's clear that you take pride in what you do, and it certainly does not go unnoticed. I look forward to returning to your hotel in the future.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 6, 2024
Laura
LatviaRoom a bit dated and cold but good for location and price.
Great location and friendly staff. It was easy to get there by public transport.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 8, 2024
Quickenden
United KingdomNothing. Good for price point
Comfortable bed. Good location and price. Clean and well decorated downstairs. Rooms dated but functional
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 30, 2024
Caroline
United KingdomDouble fire door to room was difficult to maneuver through with luggage.
Friendly family run hotel. Ideal for stop over in London for one night. Easy transport links from Kings Cross and to Heathrow. Rooms at rear will be quieter.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 25, 2024
Ioana
RomaniaIn the morning there was no hot water.
Great location. Nice place for a short stay in London - we (my partner and I) stayed for 2 nights. Longer stays wouldn't be so comfortable considering how tiny the room and the bathroom were.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 24, 2024
Kevin
United KingdomMy room was on the road side and I had quite a lot of noise from cars, and sirens. It’s only wasn’t the best night sleep, I’ve ever had, but at the price I paid, it was better than I feared.
Great price for the location. To get a private bathroom at the price I paid felt like great value.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 6, 2024
Cecilia_12
GermanySqueaky noise in the bed. No kettle in the room.
Kind staff, clean room, very quiet area and nice courtyard, stylish lounge, high value of money.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Elodie
FranceThe shower was not easy to use, with a very low debit.
The location was great, near the bus stop. The room was fine, even better than the pictures.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 4, 2024
Raquel
PortugalRoom had spider webs and stained bed sheets Shower faucet was coming off Rooms with no noise isolation, could hear other guests outside the door Bathroom shower could use some mold cleaning around the joints
Quiet neighbourhood Nice common area/ living space Easy check in and check out Good room space with TV and desk Daily room “cleaning” (trash collection and bed making) Cafeteria options for breakfast
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: December 16, 2023
Mark
AustraliaGreat location for our short stay in London. Facilities were as expected, no complaints.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 12, 2023
Gavriil
GreeceToilet outside the room The floor was not flat. Too hot Location not so convinient when the Olympia Kesinghton station is not operational
The personel in the reception. The style of the hotel
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 8, 2023
Clare
AustraliaA great base for a few days in London
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: December 7, 2023
Andrew
United KingdomI would probably get a bigger room next time if possible. If an iron was provided in room that would be good.
Easy check in, met by staff at reception and handed key. Room was small but pleasant and all I needed for my short stay.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 6, 2023
Mandoran
NorwayThe mattress was thin, a buffer on top would have been a big improvement. Some refurbishment is needed, but mostly cosmetic.
Checking in and out was very smooth, the staff were all very friendly and the place was extremely clean, so all the basics were excellent. Expect a classic, venerable bed and breakfast type establishment with long staircase, not a fancy hotel. Plenty of transport options nearby or walkable. Staff also very helpful if needed, for example, quickly mending a radiator.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 2, 2023
Richard
United States of AmericaI can't really think of anything that I didn't care for, all in all it was a nice base for a few days visit to London. I spent most of my time out and about and mostly just short relaxation and sleep at the hotel. Wasn't necessarily the type of property where you would spend a lot of time, although the sitting room looked pretty cozy.
Location was very good for transport access, restaurants etc. The room was nice, compact but comfortable, shower was hot and clean . Staff were quite nice, coffee and croissants, and other continental breakfast fare, available at the Cafe in the morning, were a nice additional. Close to O2 Empire Shepards Bush for music, which I attended.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 26, 2023
P-z-
SingaporeThe room description said that the room had an in-room wash basin and clothes rack and a communal shower/toilet. However, the room did not have an in-room wash basin and the clothes rack only had space for 4 hangers or so, and the staff said that none of the rooms of the type that I booked had a wash basin. The small toilet that was nearest to the room did not have hot water at the sink, and the larger toilet 1.5 storeys down did not have a working soap dispenser for the common sink in the toilet. Room only had one light, which was a bit dim. Note that the room is on the highest floor and there are no elevators.
When I requested the receptionist for a kettle, the friendly receptionist retrieved a 1-litre electric kettle for me to use for the duration of the stay. Bed was comfortable. Room and shower water temperatures were comfortable too (mid/late Nov). Not many trains go to the Kensington Olympia station that is near the hotel. However, there are bus stops a short walk from the hotel that have buses to nearby Underground stations.
Stayed in November 2023
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