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Elegant South Kensington Apartment Near Museums & Tube

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A well-maintained garden with a lawn and mature trees, surrounded by historic buildings with classic architecture.
A modern kitchen with black cabinets, a Bosch oven, and a white countertop.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, white sofas, a glass coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern living room with a beige sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a flat-screen TV on a white TV stand.
The entrance to St. James House, featuring a black door with a brass handle, flanked by white columns with Corinthian capitals, and a sign above the door.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Kensington High Street
Sleeps 3•1 bedroom•1 bed

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Dryer
  • Living area

Explore the area

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London, England
  • Place, Cromwell Road
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Elegant South Kensington Apartment Near Museums & Tube

Stay in the heart of South Kensington in this bright and stylish apartment set within a historic Victorian building, moments from London’s best museums, cafés, restaurants, and Underground connections.

Ideal for couples, business travelers, and longer London stays, the apartment offers a peaceful and comfortable base in one of central London’s most desirable neighborhoods.

The Science Museum, Natural History Museum, Victoria & Albert Museum, Hyde Park, Royal Albert Hall, and Imperial College are all within walking distance.

Waitrose, Whole Foods, Sainsbury’s, and a 24-hour Tesco are also nearby for convenient everyday shopping.

The space includes:
🌟 Spacious living room with exposed brickwork and wooden floors
🌟 Contemporary open-plan kitchen with integrated appliances
🌟 Large bedroom with a Super King Bed & generous storage
🌟Modern marble shower room
🌟 Double glazing
🌟 Gas central heating
🌟 50 inch Panasonic TV
🌟 Netflix, Prime video, Apple TV, Disney+
🌟 500 Mbps Superfast Fiber Optic broadband

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10164566
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

London

Located in London, this apartment is in the city centre. Marble Arch and Buckingham Palace are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Oxford Street and Kensington High Street. Consider Excel London for a night out, and don't miss Natural History Museum, a top local attraction. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Imperial College London - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kensington High Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kensington Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • West Brompton Station - 3 min drive
  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Stanhope Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • Humphrey's Bar & Brasserie

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant South Kensington Apartment Near Museums & Tube pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elegant South Kensington Apartment Near Museums & Tube?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elegant South Kensington Apartment Near Museums & Tube?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant South Kensington Apartment Near Museums & Tube?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elegant South Kensington Apartment Near Museums & Tube located?

Located in London City Centre, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Cromwell Road, Kensington High Street and Kensington Gardens. Hyde Park and Natural History Museum are also within 15 minutes. Gloucester Road Underground Station is only a 3-minute walk and Earl's Court Station is 12 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay in great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and excellent communication with the host. Everything was smooth, easy, and exactly as described. Thank you!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alfi was very accommodating and the apartment was exactly as described, He had thoughtfully supplied all the amenities - the silly things like washing liquid, salt pepper etc.Great location and would happily stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic time in London with Alfie as our host. The apartment was very clean and well suited for a couple. Although the listing indicates that there was air conditioning there was not, but three large fans were put to good use. Also, the amenities should state that there is no lift in the building and the hike up 4 flights of stairs can be strenuous. That being said our stay was great as the location is good when using the tube or walking.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great neighborhood

The location is great and super close to the tube, shops, restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location to Explore London

We enjoyed the quick access to the tube, Hyde Park, Notting Hill and Mayfair. The space was quiet and well appointed. We were grateful that we could drop our bags in the morning, well before check in time, so that we could explore the city on our first day!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aysun P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in London

The flat was clean and comfortable and in a good location. We were very happy with the arrive provide by the host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Kensington Flat

Incredibly thoughtful owner, terrific housekeeper, and sensational location steps away from the Gloucester tube, all conveniences, and Hyde Park. Was a perfect week for work and recreation at this terrific flat.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zachary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great flat

Alfi is an excellent host. Prompt, courteous and flat was as described. Great location to walk to attractions or Tube is a 5 minute walk. Lots of shops/restaurants close. Next time-we’ll be staying here again.
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Flat in a Great Location

This is an amazing place to stay - perfectly located near Hyde Park and the museums, and very close to the Gloucester Road tube station. Many excellent shops, pubs, coffee shops, bakeries, and restaurants nearby. The host's communication was impeccable, the place exactly as described. My wife and I enjoyed the stairs, using the theory that we were burning off some Christmas calories! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Weather Great Flat

This flat was very comfortable, well equipped and in a fantastic location. Alfi was pleasant and helpful, but not intrusive - perfect combination for a host. There are a lot of stairs - but they’re doable. Slow and steady was our mantra. We had a great visit in London.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great flat

Great property in great location. Four plus flights of stairs so you need to be able to navigate those. Host makes sure you see on property details that there is no elevator in building and that you are fine with it.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A. R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Flat!

The flat is well cared for and equipped with nice kitchen amenities. The bedroom faces Cornwall Gardens so is reasonably quiet. Lots of morning sun in the front room which is cozy. The long walk up the stairs earns extra snacks! Finally, it is really well located close to the Gloucester stop on the underground.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stewart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!!

Good simple property in South Ken. 5 mins from Gloucester Tube (Piccadilly line). Smart TV. Nespresso etc. All mod cons there. For awareness: 4th floor with no lift so need to be quite fit
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

My husband and I enjoyed two nights at this property. It was supposed to be much longer but unfortunately, we needed to suddenly return to the States. The flat is compact, clean, well organized and the location is great. A quick walk to the tube station, grocery stores and great restaurants nearby. The owner was easy to communicate with and on hand to familiarize us with the flat. Heads up…there is no lift but we don’t mind the opportunity to use stairs.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ophelia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

My partner and I recently spent three delightful nights here, and our experience was nothing short of exceptional. The accommodation was spotless and well-maintained, providing a comfortable and welcoming environment. The location was incredible, situated in a vibrant area that gave us easy access to everything we wanted to see and do while still being quiet and peaceful. The host was incredibly helpful and friendly, offering invaluable tips and advice about the local area. Their guidance made a huge difference and helped us make the most of our time. Overall, the cleanliness, fantastic location, and helpfulness of the host made our trip truly memorable. We highly recommend this flat and will definitely consider staying here again on our next visit to the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful flat and location

My husband, adult child and I had a wonderful stay in the flat. The location was perfect and so close to the tube! Alfi was a fantastic host who checked in with us mid week to see how we were doing. He even had umbrellas sent to the flat in case it rained! I truly felt like this was a perfect spot for our visit to London. Thanks, Alfi!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vaughn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Place to Stay in Kensington

Fantastic location to see the sites. Communication was great with the owner. Proximity to grocery stores and restaurants in the area was great. If you are into walking this is a great launching spot to get to all of the sites of London without staying the the heart of downtown. If you aren't into walking the tube is basically 1 block away. Had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot, great location

Really enjoyed our stay in this lovely flat, perfectly located for business and pleasure. Firas is a wonderful host, communicative and accessible, and the flat well suited our needs with its easy access to the tube and proximity to a variety of restaurants, museums and parks.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Ideal London Location

The Cornwall Gardens flat is the perfect location for exploring central London; you’re five minutes from the Gloucester Road tube station, and just 3 to 4 minutes more from the Natural History Museum and V&A. You’ll find pubs, restaurants, grocery stores, and everything you’ll need close at hand; the flat itself is clean and comfortable – perfect for a single or a couple. I enjoyed the big screen TV with Netflix and Apple TV… Wi-Fi is also super fast. Be aware there are several flights of stairs (the flat’s on the top floor), but that should be fine given normal mobility. If you’re staying more than a few days in London, booked this perfectly located property instead of a pricey hotel!
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raffaele C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice London spot! Finally something worth to mention.

I have stayed in many properties in this area as I am in London quite often. This is by far the best place I have found. A very short distance from Gloucester Road tube station. Check in was easy, the place was immaculate and had some very nice little touches (Ex. Apple TV plus & Netflix available on the TV). I had a great stay and will most definitely stay here again when I return to London.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meiline H.

Wonderful stay in London.

This is an ideal location for a London stay - in between and very close to all of my favourite spots in the city (Hyde Park, King's Road, Kensington High Street, and many more). The flat is well equipped and comfortable, I felt very much at home here. I never had any issues with noise and absolutely loved enjoying the natural light (and beautiful sunset light) from the living room windows. A few other bonus features: the couch and TV setup are perfect for movie nights, there's plenty of closet space, and the bed is super comfy. Thanks for a wonderful stay, I look forward to returning soon!

About the host

Hosted by ALFi

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Architect / Traveller

Why they chose this property

Kensington & Chelsea is the best area in area, especially the fact you had the flat is a short walk to Hyde Park

What makes this property unique

Direct contact with the owner

Languages:

English, French

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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