1,788 reviews
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$20418-26 Barkston Gardens, London, SW5 0EN, United Kingdom
1,788 reviews
1/47
Restaurant
Free wifi
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Air conditioning
Bar
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Ellen Kensington is a charming 3-star hotel in London, United Kingdom, about 3mi from the city center. The address is 18-26 Barkston Gardens. Prices start from $204 per night, and breakfast is available to start the day.
Along with a friendly setup, guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a streaming service (like Netflix), air conditioning, a bar, terrace, and soundproof rooms. Other handy features include a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, garden views, an elevator, a bathtub, and free toiletries, plus shuttle service and meeting/banquet facilities available for an extra charge.
With 1788 reviews, this London stay offers a comfortable base for travelers looking to explore the capital while enjoying convenient amenities.
There's a charming lineup of rooms and suites to fit any London itinerary. The Coronation Suite spans 323 square feet and accommodates 2 adults and 1 child, with a queen-size bed. For larger groups, the standalone Suite can host up to 8 adults and 5 children and features a king-size bed. The Family Suite offers 409 square feet of space for up to 4 adults with two queen beds. Across the board, all spaces are non-smoking, helping to keep mornings fresh and relaxing.
Sleep setups range from Twin Rooms and Single Rooms to Double Rooms, with several options offering a Terrace or Balcony for a touch of outdoor space. Bed configurations include Queen, King, Twin, and Double layouts, ensuring flexibility for solo travelers, couples, or families. Some options also showcase garden views, adding a bit of greenery to the urban backdrop. Elevators are available to reach upper floors, and bathrooms include a bathtub and free toiletries.
Whether traveling solo, as a couple, or with family, the range of layouts makes it easy to tailor a London stay. Payment methods include American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, Maestro, and Bankcard; cash is not accepted. With a variety of suites and rooms, this property offers a flexible home base for different travel styles.
Closest airports
London City Airport
10.6miLondon Heathrow Airport
11.5miLondon Gatwick Airport
23.3miLuton Airport
27.5miLondon Stansted Airport
32.7miRestaurant
Free wifi
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Air conditioning
Bar
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Garden view
Elevator
Bathtub
Free toiletries
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Classic, Queen Size
1 Queen Size Bed
110 sqft
Free wifi
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
x4
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Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room offers air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.
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Single Room
1 Twin Bed
110 sqft
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Coffee machine
Flat-screen TV
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old room is 129 square feet and includes a single bed 80-130 width plus desk, cable tv, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , and safe and is Wheelchair-accessible.
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Classic Deluxe, 1 Double Bed
185 sqft
Free wifi
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
x5
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x3
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Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.
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Coronation Suite
1 Queen Size Bed
325 sqft
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Coffee machine
Flat-screen TV
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Suite
1 Queen Size Bed
375 sqft
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Coffee machine
Flat-screen TV
x8
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x5
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Classic Deluxe, Double
1 Double Bed
185 sqft
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Coffee machine
Flat-screen TV
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Family Suite
2 Queen Size Beds
410 sqft
Garden view
City view
Private Bathroom
Coffee machine
x4
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Classic, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
110 sqft
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Minibar
+
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Continental Suite
1 Queen Size Bed
260 sqft
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Coffee machine
Flat-screen TV
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Compact, 1 Bed
110 sqft
Free wifi
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
+
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Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a mini-bar, a coffee machine and a wardrobe. The unit has 1 bed.
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Classic
1 Double Bed
110 sqft
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Coffee machine
Flat-screen TV
x6
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x3
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Room - 2 Twin, Garden View
2 Twin Beds
110 sqft
Garden view
City view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
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8.1
1,788 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Featured reviews:
Nicola
9.1
June 2025
The location was absolutely fantastic, quiet but literally round the corner from Earl’s Court tube station. Bedroom was beautiful. I had a fantastic night sleep in a very comfortable bed with crisp white sheets & lovely cool air conditioning which was much appreciated during this hot humid weather.
There was no bedside table so nowhere to rest my cup of tea while in bed & no place for phone next to bed or a reading light. Also,a small thing but the cups had no handles & the cup became very hot when containing a hot beverage so I had to wrap it in a towel to drink my tea.. Biscuits in the room would have been nice. Coffee machine was a nice touch but mine had fault message (scale required) and didn’t work. Breakfast was fine as was included but was a buffet, no made to order items.
Dominic
9.1
April 2025
Very friendly staff. You can leave your luggage in the hotel before check-in and after check-out times. Modern interior, clean room, nice towels and they provide bath robes and slippers. Room was cleaned daily. Lovely and relatively quiet street within a two minute walk to Earl’s Court station (Piccadilly Line and District Line). Felt very safe here as a solo traveller.
The breakfast was very basic. I wish there were more vegetarian options and maybe some more fresh vegetable and fruit options (there were for example not just bananas or kiwis, only a little fruit salad). I also would’ve wanted some more variety for the bread (there was only some pre-packaged bread you had to toast).
Fiona
9.1
April 2025
Convenient location for links to city centre only 1 block away. Quiet residential road. Room 408 nicely adequate for our needs. Delicious breakfasts. Excellent staff. Hotel is recently renovated and clean. We will definitely book here again for London trips.
The hotel is an old building with lots of charming original features but our first room 410 was very claustrophobic for a couple. Staff were very kind and moved us to a larger room. Lift is slow, but all part of the old & new facilities. Named after actress and former resident Ellen Terry, we would have liked the hotel to celebrate her life with photos or connection to her history. There was nothing displayed other than a blue plaque outside.
Kimberly
10
April 2025
I had an unexpected and unfortunate experience during my trip as I got robbed, but the staff at this hotel truly went above and beyond to help me. From assisting with my documents to offering genuine care and support, they made a very stressful situation much more manageable. The location is also excellent — close to everything you need and very convenient for getting around. I’m incredibly grateful for the kindness and professionalism of the entire team. Highly recommended for both the quality of the hotel and the outstanding service.
Sonya
9.1
April 2025
Location was brilliant in a relatively safe area and just a couple of minutes away from Earl’s Court tube station. So many amenities, food and drinks options nearby. Exceptional service by all staff present from reception, to bar and kitchen, to cleaning staff. I was there ahead of check-in time and had wanted to leave my bags at reception but the reception staff were so kind to let me check-in early as the room was ready and was nothing but excellent and wonderful. Everyone had made our stay a very pleasant one.
Chris
10
November 2024
Beautiful frontage and reception. Staff were so welcoming, offering us tea/coffee while we were waiting for our room( we were early) Our room was beautiful, I don't think I have ever stayed in such an immaculately clean hotel.. Nothing was too much trouble, advise on area, underground places to wat etc. We were given a complimentary breakfast, and wow, the quality of food and how it was prepared was top quality. The scrambled eggs are a must. Pastries, full cooked breakfast, and continental. The staff all work really hard yo make your stay the best it can be and they succeed. The area is perfect, we 100% recommend this beautiful hotel.
Nothing at all.
Lisa
9.1
May 2025
Very comfortable bed. Beautiful hotel and Decor. Good breakfast. Location is good near Earl's court tube station.
Bedroom was s bit cold though. I tied to put heating on. . Alcoholic drinks are a little yoo expensive in the bar. Rooms are a little small.
Nicole
9.1
April 2025
Very pretty and clean hotel, nice staff, and good breakfast. Beautiful location.
There is a green light on the ceiling of the room that stays on all night and lights the whole room green. Found it hard to fall asleep at first.
Meghan
9.1
July 2025
The location was perfect for hopping on the tube to pretty much anywhere in the city. The beds were comfortable and clean. There was a mini fridge to keep snacks. The breakfast was excellent every morning and the restaurant area was beautiful. My husband forgot his razor and they provided a shaving kit for him.
Being in an old building I expected it to be small, but it was very small and was hard to squeeze by the bed to get to the bathroom. Also there was a green light in the ceiling that lit up the entire room at night. It didn’t bother us enough to say anything, but it was strange.
Nina
9.1
March 2025
Excellent location, convenient to travel from the airport and to the downtown. Very clean, nice place. Strongly recommend
Breakfast was pretty bad, especially coffee
Attractions
Bomber Command Memorial
2miLord's Cricket Ground
2.6miHer Majesty's Theatre
2.8miLyric Theatre London
2.8miQueen's Theatre
2.9miLambeth Palace
3miAmbassadors Theatre
3.1miLyceum Theatre
3.3miDuchess Theatre
3.4miNovello Theatre
3.4miPrimrose Hill
3.5miSir John Soane's Museum
3.6miGabriel's Wharf
3.7miAscot
21.7miRochester
30.7miAttractions
Bomber Command Memorial
2miLord's Cricket Ground
2.6miHer Majesty's Theatre
2.8miLyric Theatre London
2.8miQueen's Theatre
2.9miLambeth Palace
3miAmbassadors Theatre
3.1miLyceum Theatre
3.3miDuchess Theatre
3.4miNovello Theatre
3.4miPrimrose Hill
3.5miSir John Soane's Museum
3.6miGabriel's Wharf
3.7miAscot
21.7miRochester
30.7miAirports
London City Airport
10.6miLondon Heathrow Airport
11.5miLondon Gatwick Airport
23.3miLuton Airport
27.5miLondon Stansted Airport
32.7miThe LACQUER Room
Cuisines
Restaurant
Free wifi
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Air conditioning
Bar
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Garden view
Elevator
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Bathroom
Bathrobe
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Food & Drink
Bar
Minibar
Restaurant
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Delivered food covered securely
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Concierge
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Pet Friendly
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Coffee machine
Living Area
Desk
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Streaming service (like Netflix)
TV
Outdoors
Terrace
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Iron
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Transportation
Shuttle service
View
Garden view
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Parking may not be available
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 17 and above will be charged as 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
0 - 2 years
3+ years
The price in GBP has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
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This property does not accept cash.
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