Thistle Kensington Gardens is 4 star hotel with 175 rooms and the facilities of Restaurant and Non-Smoking Rooms.
Thistle Kensington Gardens has
3.90 mark for overall hotel rating at TripTake. (4.20 for Location, 3.50 for Rooms, 3.40 for Service, 4.30 for Value).
The hotel is recommended for
Honeymoon.
This is a cheap hotel with the rates from
76 USD to
182 USD.
Thistle Kensington Gardens is one of the recommended hotels
under 100 USD near
Bayswater, it is also not far from
KENSINGTON PALACE State Apartments and
Paddington Station.
Thistle Kensington Gardens details:
This 4-star luxury hotel offers stylish, air-conditioned rooms opposite Hyde Park and the beautiful Kensington Gardens. London Paddington Station is less than a mile away, with access to Heathrow Airport.
Set on the tree-lined Bayswater Road, Thistle Kensington Gardens is just a few hundred metres from Queensway and Bayswater London Underground stations. Kensington Palace and the Princess Diana Memorial Garden is just a short stroll away.
At Thistle Kensington Gardens, the rooms have a desk and a flat-screen TV with Freeview digital channels. Some rooms also have views over Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park.
The light and airy restaurant offers modern British and European dishes. The lounge and bar offer light bites or full meals, as well as traditional afternoon tea. Room service is available 24 hours a day.
Rooms
Bedrooms are furnished to the highest standard, with your comfort in mind.
Many of the deluxe and executive bedrooms enjoy sweeping views over Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park.
Facilities
General: Heating, Continental Breakfast, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled, Luggage Storage, Breakfast Buffet, Parking (fee required), All Public and Private Spaces Non-Smoking, Restaurant, Air conditioning, Elevator, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Television, Bar, Safety Deposit Box, Hair dryer, 24-Hour Front Desk, Trouser Press, Newspapers, Soundproofed Rooms, Modem in Room, Non-Smoking Rooms
Services: Dry Cleaning, Fax/Photocopying, Ticket Service, VIP Room Facilities, Breakfast in the Room, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Currency Exchange, Packed Lunches, Babysitting/Child Services, Car Rental, Laundry, Tour Desk
Dining
Start each day with a hearty breakfast of freshly-cut fruit, yoghurts and a wide range of cereals. You can also choose from the traditional cooked breakfast or freshly-baked breads and pastries with a selection of meats and cheeses, accompanied by tea and coffee.
The lounge and bar are open throughout the day offering light bites or full meals, as well as traditional afternoon tea. Hot and cold refreshments are available in a serene, light space with large windows letting in the afternoon and evening sunshine, and, once the sun sets, there are plenty of wines, spirits and champagnes to enjoy.
The restaurant offers warm, comfortable surroundings and freshly-prepared dishes from the seasonal à la carte and table d’hote menus. Mouth-watering deserts and aromatic coffees complete the evening.
A 24-hour in-room dining menu is also available.
Hotel policies
Cancellation
If cancelled up to 14:00 on the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children
All children are welcome.
All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged GBP 10 per night per person for extra beds.
Maxim
Pre-pay
No deposit will be charged.
Extra charges
20 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 24 per day.
Dining
Full English breakfast costs GBP 14.95 per person per night.
Internet
Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and costs GBP 6 per hour.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
What Travellers Like
- 位置特别好 和 酒店马屎外面光。管理人员都很友好 和 房间非常舒适。早餐很美味。. Read review
Posted: Feb 16, 2011 - Die lage ist ausgezeichnet und das Hotel ist sehr sauber. Die zimmer sind ausreichend gross. . Read review
Posted: Feb 25, 2011 - Muito bem localizado e quarto bom mas para três pessoa poderia dispor de três
camas de solteiro mesmo. . Read review
Posted: Feb 20, 2011 - Muito bem localizado, funcionários muito educados e s funcionários são muitos prestáveis. . Read review
Posted: Feb 20, 2011 - Excellent location and the hotel is close to two subway stations- Queensway. . Read review
Posted: Mar 22, 2011
Travellers Reviews
Posted: Wed, Jul 23 2008Location:
2Rooms:
2Service:
1.3Value:
2Here are a few things you should know about the hotel: Since I was staying with a large group I saw many different of the basic rooms (all costing the same). The rooms on floor 4, while they have American electricity plugs which are handy, are quite a bit smaller for the exact same price, ESPECIALLY......
Read entire review Posted: Thu, Oct 11 2007Location:
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1After complaining vociferously the manager made apologetic noises and then entirely failed to deal with our situation....
Read entire review Posted: Wed, Jul 09 2008Location:
4Rooms:
2.8Service:
0.7Value:
2There was no hairdryer in the 'hairdryer' drawer. After waiting for an hour and a half, I called reception to ask where my requested hairdryer was and they said they were waiting for me to call back as they'd forgotten which room had asked for one....
Read entire review Posted: Fri, Jul 04 2008Location:
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2.8Value:
2We stayed at the Thistle Kensington Garden for five nights in June for an average of 90 pounds a night. Overall, our room could have been cleaner and a top sheet for the bed would have been nice. The staff at reception were pleasant upon check-in and upgraded us to a better room for no extra charge....
Read entire review Posted: Wed, Jun 04 2008Location:
4Rooms:
2.3Service:
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3Very friendly greeting from the Concierge and Reception. Room a little on the small size wise but adequate for our needs. Breakfast choices fine and a good point that they serve until 11 a. Found the Concierge to be very helpful and knowledgeable, and quick to arrange a couple of things we needed. Shell......
Read entire review Posted: Sun, Apr 27 2008Location:
2Rooms:
3Service:
2Value:
2The windows were not clean on the outside and there was some very minor mold by the tub. My room consisted of two single beds, a nice flat screen LCD TV and a large bathroom. One wall of the hotel room had dark chocolate wallpaper, which I felt only enclosed the small room even more. I'd say it was a......
Read entire review Posted: Sun, Feb 10 2008Location:
3Rooms:
1.5Service:
2Value:
2On the plus side, the reception staff are friendly and helpful and the bar and dining areas are quite smart. We were allocated to a room on the 8th floor and it had a great view overlooking Kensington Gardens. The Concierge was helpful and gave us directions and a map to Portobello Road, although he......
Read entire review Posted: Tue, Mar 22 2011Location:
4.2Rooms:
4Value:
3.4The location perfect for downtown visit, close to West End and the room facilities are pretty good. ...
Read entire review Posted: Tue, Mar 22 2011Location:
4.6Rooms:
4Service:
4Value:
1Great location, now something good about the hotel and the staff on all fronts were very attentive. The room was clean, the delicious breakfast provided each morning was an added bonus. ...
Read entire review Posted: Tue, Mar 22 2011Location:
3.6Rooms:
3Value:
5Good location and the hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean, the continental breakfast was quite satisfying. ...
Read entire review Posted: Tue, Mar 22 2011Location:
3.6Rooms:
2Service:
4Value:
4The location was very convenient and the hotel was perfect for our needs. Additionally staff were friendly, the room was very clean and our rate did not include breakfast. ...
Read entire review Posted: Tue, Mar 22 2011Location:
4.6Rooms:
4Service:
4Value:
3Good position, this hotel offers luxury rooms and the staff was very pleasant and helpful. The beds were comfy and breakfast was nice. ...
Read entire review Posted: Mon, Apr 04 2011Location:
4Value:
4.6Las vistas al parque preciosas, bastante amplias para estar en londres muy buena relacion calidad-precio. ...
Read entire review Posted: Tue, Mar 22 2011Location:
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4Service:
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5Were unable to answer simple questions about the surrounding area, the Hotel was very nice and staff were friendly enough. Beds were comfortable and the breakfast was fine. ...
Read entire review Posted: Tue, Mar 22 2011Location:
4.8Rooms:
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5Excellent location and the hotel is close to two subway stations- Queensway. ...
Read entire review Posted: Tue, Mar 22 2011Location:
3.8Rooms:
5Service:
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3.8The location was excellent as were the transport linls and hotel areas were impressive including service. All staff were friendly and the room was great. Breakfast was adequate. ...
Read entire review Posted: Tue, Mar 22 2011Location:
3.2Rooms:
5Service:
5Value:
4.2We were pleasanlty surprised we arrived to see that eldest had his own room area and hotel was clean and comfortable. Service was great, the air conditioning worked well and the breakfast was very good. ...
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Travel information
By road: From the M1 follow the A5 to Central London. At the Marble Arch roundabout take the fourth exit to Bayswater Road. Follow signs to Notting Hill Gate (A402) and continue past Lancaster Gate underground. Take the fourth right into Porchester Terrace. The hotel is situated on the left. There are 88 car parking spaces available at a charge.
By rail/tube: The nearest station is Paddington, just over a kilometre away. By air: From Heathrow take the Heathrow Airbus to Queensway, or the Heathrow Express to Paddington Underground station.
Rooms
Bedrooms are furnished to the highest standard, with your comfort in mind.
Many of the deluxe and executive bedrooms enjoy sweeping views over Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park.Food and Beverage
Start each day with a hearty breakfast of freshly-cut fruit, yoghurts and a wide range of cereals. You can also choose from the traditional cooked breakfast or freshly-baked breads and pastries with a selection of meats and cheeses, accompanied by tea and coffee.
The lounge and bar are open throughout the day offering light bites or full meals, as well as traditional afternoon tea. Hot and cold refreshments are available in a serene, light space with large windows letting in the afternoon and evening sunshine, and, once the sun sets, there are plenty of wines, spirits and champagnes to enjoy.
The restaurant offers warm, comfortable surroundings and freshly-prepared dishes from the seasonal à la carte and table d’hote menus. Mouth-watering deserts and aromatic coffees complete the evening.
A 24-hour in-room dining menu is also available.