Hilton London Kensington is a large, straightforward hotel at 179-199 Holland Park Avenue, W11 4UL, on the western side of central London. The hotel lists 601 rooms, which makes it one of the larger options on this list, and an 8.0 guest rating from 1,002 reviews, described as very good. The location suits value-minded visitors: Westfield London shopping centre is three minutes on foot, Shepherd's Bush Green four, Holland Park seven, and Shepherd's Bush Underground five, with Holland Park station eight. Kensington High Street and Olympia are around fourteen to fifteen minutes on foot, and the page places Kensington Palace and the Royal Albert Hall within about three miles. The hotel lists Westeleven, a British buffet restaurant, a bar and a gym, a convenience store, dry cleaning, a gift shop, ten meeting rooms and 24-hour room service. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas, and a pool is not listed.
Because of its size and facilities, the hotel is popular with families, groups and conference visitors, and the rooms are intended to be comfortable and functional rather than glamorous. Check-in is from 3:00 PM to midnight, with fees for early check-in and late check-in or check-out, and check-out is at noon. Breakfast is a buffet with a surcharge. Self-parking is available at a daily charge, which is useful for visitors driving in, since Heathrow is about a 32-minute drive and the Central line runs from nearby Shepherd's Bush.
The pet policy is generous
Up to two pets, within a stated weight each, with a deposit and fee per stay, and service animals exempt. Free cancellation applies on select rates, so compare flexible and non-refundable pricing. The Central line from Shepherd's Bush reaches Oxford Circus and the West End, which makes the hotel a practical base even though it is away from the main sights.
This hotel suits travellers who prioritise space, shopping and price over a central address. It is well placed for Westfield, Olympia events and Holland Park, and for those who plan to use the Tube to reach the sights. It is less suited to visitors who want to walk to Trafalgar Square or Covent Garden in the evening, or those who want a pool or spa.
The honest comparison is that you save money and gain room, but spend some time travelling. For families, groups and event visitors, it is a sensible, comfortable base with plenty of room to spread out.
Why stay here
- ✓601 rooms
- ✓Westeleven British buffet restaurant
- ✓Bar and gym
- ✓24-hour room service
- ✓Westfield London three minutes away
- ✓Holland Park seven minutes away
- ✓Self-parking available
- ✓Pets allowed with a fee
Good questions
Where is Hilton London Kensington?+
At 179-199 Holland Park Avenue, W11 4UL. Westfield London is about three minutes on foot and Shepherd's Bush Underground about five.
Does it have a pool?+
No pool is listed. The hotel lists a bar, a gym and the Westeleven restaurant.
Is parking available?+
Yes, self-parking is offered at a daily charge.
