Hotel
 Gainsborough Hotel

7-11 Queensberry Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 2DL, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 1365 reviews)

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7.9
Good
1,365 reviews

The hotel is in an excellent location. It is newly revonated and the staff are extremely helpful and friendly. It will definitely be our go to hotel in London from now on.

Emily British Virgin Islands

the location very good near to the under Ground station just 5 minutes walk. the room was good and its very clean. but the bed queen size.

Yousuf United Arab Emirates

We specifically booked the Gainsborough Hotel because of the Family Room option that they offered, it had a great layout with separate sleeping spaces & plenty of room. My own room had an issue w/ the A/C and even though it was late at night, Dimitri from the front desk contacted maintenance and did everything he could to try to fix the issue. When he wasn't able to fix it, he set me up at their partner hotel across the street - even showing me the room first to make sure I was happy with it. The hotel is also in a fantastic location near Hyde Park, museums, and an Underground Station.

Curata_kyle United States of America

The room was spacious and comfortable, the shower was good, and everything clean

Jacqueline United Kingdom

Comfortable bed. Very clean. Great towels. A very wonderful staff, friendly and helpful. The room was very nice with coffee, tea and biscuits. Great shower.

Robert United States of America

Room was quite spacious, but the view was on to the backyard with roofs and AC units only. Location is amazing. Next to V&A museum, museum of Natural history. 20-25 min walk to Buckingham palace and Hyde park.

Иван United Arab Emirates

Liked the room, very spacious and clean: well organized and (in my case, 4th floor) with a view on the city. The position of the hotel is excellent, in a quiet Kensington street but almost in front of the Science museum.

Riccardo Italy

We had to change or room. There was no window in our deluxe double. Once we changed to a room with windows it was excellent.

Lisa United States of America

The location is perfect. I got a single room and was very pleased with it. I have stayed in other single rooms in London and this was by far the best one for the price range. The hotel is renovated and has an elevator, which I also consider a plus in this price range.

Talita United States of America

-extremely nice/ welcoming reception staff , always wiling to help (they carried my luggage up/down stairs) - breakfast served across the street (in sister hotel): very good, wide range of cereals, etc - very comfortable bed (mattress + pillow) - very quiet room

Geraldine United Kingdom
7.9
Good
1,365 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The hotel is in an excellent location. It is newly revonated and the staff are extremely helpful and friendly. It will definitely be our go to hotel in London from now on.”
    Emily Emily British Virgin Islands British Virgin Islands
  • “the location very good near to the under Ground station just 5 minutes walk. the room was good and its very clean. but the bed queen size.”
    Yousuf Yousuf United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
  • “We specifically booked the Gainsborough Hotel because of the Family Room option that they offered, it had a great layout with separate sleeping spaces & plenty of room.”
    Curata_kyle Curata_kyle United States of America United States of America
  • “The room was spacious and comfortable, the shower was good, and everything clean”
    Jacqueline Jacqueline United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Comfortable bed. Very clean. Great towels. A very wonderful staff, friendly and helpful. The room was very nice with coffee, tea and biscuits. Great shower.”
    Robert Robert United States of America United States of America
  • “Room was quite spacious, but the view was on to the backyard with roofs and AC units only. Location is amazing. Next to V&A museum, museum of Natural history.”
    Иван United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
  • “Liked the room, very spacious and clean: well organized and (in my case, 4th floor) with a view on the city.”
    Riccardo Riccardo Italy Italy
  • “We had to change or room. There was no window in our deluxe double. Once we changed to a room with windows it was excellent.”
    Lisa Lisa United States of America United States of America
  • “The location is perfect. I got a single room and was very pleased with it. I have stayed in other single rooms in London and this was by far the best one for the price range.”
    Talita Talita United States of America United States of America
  • “-extremely nice/ welcoming reception staff , always wiling to help (they carried my luggage up/down stairs) - breakfast served across the street (in sister hotel): very good, wide range of cereals,...”
    Geraldine Geraldine United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff8.9
  • Facilities7.7
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.4
  • Value for money8.1
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi8.9

Stay in the heart of London – Excellent location – show map

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The Gainsborough feels like an English country home in London. It is close to London's museums, the Albert Hall, Harrods and the restaurants and shops of Chelsea and Knightsbridge. Free WiFi is available.

The Gainsborough is a converted Victorian house with a classic style and an informal atmosphere. It is named after the celebrated artist, whose portrait of the Duchess of Richmond is in the spacious lounge/reception.

The hotel is a short walk from the Natural History Museum and South Kensington Tube station, which has a direct service to London Heathrow Airport. Olympia Exhibition Center is 1.6 miles away.

This is our guests' favorite part of London, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Gainsborough Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 3, 2005

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Elevator
Heating
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of London, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

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Guest reviews

7.9
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Categories:
  • Staff8.9
  • Facilities7.7
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.4
  • Value for money8.1
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi8.9

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Emily
    British Virgin IslandsBritish Virgin Islands
    “The hotel is in an excellent location. It is newly revonated and the staff are extremely helpful and friendly. It will definitely be our go to hotel in London from now on.”
  • Yousuf
    United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
    “the location very good near to the under Ground station just 5 minutes walk. the room was good and its very clean. but the bed queen size.”
  • Curata_kyle
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “We specifically booked the Gainsborough Hotel because of the Family Room option that they offered, it had a great layout with separate sleeping spaces & plenty of room. My own room had an issue w/ the A/C and even though it was late at night,...”
  • Jacqueline
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The room was spacious and comfortable, the shower was good, and everything clean”
  • Robert
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Comfortable bed. Very clean. Great towels. A very wonderful staff, friendly and helpful. The room was very nice with coffee, tea and biscuits. Great shower.”
  • Иван
    United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
    “Room was quite spacious, but the view was on to the backyard with roofs and AC units only. Location is amazing. Next to V&A museum, museum of Natural history. 20-25 min walk to Buckingham palace and Hyde park.”
  • Riccardo
    ItalyItaly
    “Liked the room, very spacious and clean: well organized and (in my case, 4th floor) with a view on the city. The position of the hotel is excellent, in a quiet Kensington street but almost in front of the Science museum.”
  • Lisa
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “We had to change or room. There was no window in our deluxe double. Once we changed to a room with windows it was excellent.”
  • Talita
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The location is perfect. I got a single room and was very pleased with it. I have stayed in other single rooms in London and this was by far the best one for the price range. The hotel is renovated and has an elevator, which I also consider a plus...”
  • Geraldine
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “-extremely nice/ welcoming reception staff , always wiling to help (they carried my luggage up/down stairs) - breakfast served across the street (in sister hotel): very good, wide range of cereals, etc - very comfortable bed (mattress + pillow) -...”
Property questions and answers
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  • Hi, if we arrive before check-in, is there somewhere we can safely store our bags, whilst we go and explore? Thanks Mrs Brown
    Yes we can store your luggage in the meantime
    Answered on August 1, 2021
  • Its my daughters 30th birthday would you be put a couple of banners up and a bottle of Asti in the room as a surprise please if we book room for 3
    Good Afternoon, Thank you for contacting us! Unfortunately the only complimentary things we can put on your room will be plastic rose petals and balloons, if that is okay. Kind Regards, Francisco Navarro Hotel Receptionist
    Answered on August 12, 2021
  • hey there, do the rooms have tea and coffee making facilities please!? thankyou
    hi there, yes we do have tea and coffee making facilities.
    Answered on August 1, 2021
  • Does “no window” family suite option have no windows in the whole suite???
    Hello, Unfortunately there is only a small window in one of the rooms otherwise there is now windows, we do offer quadruple room with windows. Kind regards
    Answered on March 18, 2022
  • Hi. What time can I check in from?
    Good morning, Check in starts from 3pm. Thank you
    Answered on January 13, 2022

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Hotel area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Natural History Museum London
    0.1 miles
  • London Science Museum
    0.2 miles
  • Victoria & Albert Museum
    0.3 miles
  • Victoria and Albert Museum
    0.3 miles
  • Grosvenor Casino The Gloucester London
    0.3 miles
  • Imperial College London
    0.3 miles
  • Royal College of Art
    0.4 miles
  • Science Museum
    0.4 miles
Top attractions
  • Harrods
    0.7 miles
  • Buckingham Palace
    1.6 miles
  • Piccadilly Circus
    2.1 miles
  • Houses of Parliament
    2.3 miles
  • Big Ben
    2.3 miles
  • Trafalgar Square
    2.3 miles
  • London Eye
    2.6 miles
  • Tower of London
    4.4 miles
  • Wembley Stadium
    6.1 miles
  • O2 Arena
    7.8 miles
Public transit
  • Subway South Kensington Tube Station
    0.2 miles
  • Subway Gloucester Road Tube Station
    0.3 miles
Closest Airports
  • London City Airport
    9.8 miles
  • London Heathrow Airport
    11.9 miles
  • London Gatwick Airport
    23.3 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Gainsborough Hotel

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Elevator
Heating
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French
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House rules Gainsborough Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Gainsborough Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies will apply.

Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Gainsborough Hotel

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    • Room options at Gainsborough Hotel include:

      • Triple
      • Double
      • Single
      • Family
      • Quad

    • Gainsborough Hotel is 2.3 miles from the center of London.

    • Check-in at Gainsborough Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • Guests staying at Gainsborough Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.6).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet