Merit Kensington Hotel

4 stars
12, 16-18 & 24 Penywern Road, London, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
+44 204 513 2576
8,0
Very good
based on 5910 reviews
5 910 reviews
Mon 11/5
-
Tue 12/5
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R990
/Cheapest rate per night
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Nightly total
Classic room
R990
Double room
R1 041
Deluxe room
R1 294
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Overview

Located just a brief walk from Earl's Court Tube Station, Windsor House Hotel offers guests a convenient base when in London. It is situated a short stroll from Earls Court Exhibition Centre.

Windsor House Hotel features a 24/7 reception, as well as a concierge and a safe. For added convenience, it offers a tour desk, a garden and a ticket service.

Every room at Windsor House Hotel London features a mini bar and all the essentials for a comfortable stay. They are also equipped with a refrigerator and a hair dryer.

The bed & breakfast provides a convenient place to explore nearby Oxford Street, as well as everything the local area has to offer. Kensington High Street and Gloucester Road Tube Station are within a 20-minute walk.

8,0
Very good rating
Based on 5 910 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Merit Kensington Hotel

Mon 11/5
-
Tue 12/5
Deluxe room
1 twin bed
R1 294
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 721
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 769
nightly with fees
Classic room
bed type unknown
R990
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 226
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 365
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
R1 041
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 271
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 277
nightly with fees
Superior room
1 twin bed
R3 147
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 222
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 303
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R4 729
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Merit Kensington Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Merit Kensington Hotel

8,0
Very good
5910 verified ratings
Wonderful
2307
Very good
1415
Good
760
Okay
394
Fair
351
Mediocre
208
Poor
475

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location near public transport and found the rooms generally clean with comfortable beds. However, some guests noted issues with small room sizes, occasional unpleasant odors, and unfriendly service. The bathroom size and heating were also points of concern for a few. Overall, the hotel offers good value for its location but has room for improvement in service and room comfort.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Bed Comfort3 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
Room Size1.5 out of 10
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2.0
Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2025
This hotel was one of the worst stays I had. I'm not one that complains at all but I could not wait to leave a review! We booked a double bed in our room and got two single mattresses pushed together, not only that the spring in the mattress was popping up and extremely uncomfortable to sleep on. We got put in the room in the garden and the extractor fans were so loud all night! The trains started...
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Location

12, 16-18 & 24 Penywern Road, London

What's nearby

  • Harrods2.2 km
  • Hyde Park2.3 km
  • Oxford Street3.6 km
  • Buckingham Palace3.8 km
  • Piccadilly Circus4.6 km
  • Palace of Westminster4.8 km
  • Leicester Square4.9 km
  • Big Ben4.9 km
  • Charing Cross4.9 km
  • Trafalgar Square4.9 km
  • Central London4.9 km
  • Strand5.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:30, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Merit Kensington Hotel

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September
August
R3 136
R3 353
Cheapest month to stay with an average 3% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 8% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Merit Kensington Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Merit Kensington Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Merit Kensington Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Merit Kensington Hotel, plan to stay on a Monday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • How long should you stay at Merit Kensington Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Merit Kensington Hotel

  • Where is Merit Kensington Hotel located?

    Merit Kensington Hotel is located at 12, 16-18 & 24 Penywern Road in Kensington and Chelsea, 4,8 km from the centre of London. Harrods is the closest landmark to Merit Kensington Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Merit Kensington Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:30 and check-out time is 11:00 at Merit Kensington Hotel.

  • Does Merit Kensington Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Merit Kensington Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Merit Kensington Hotel from the airport?

    Merit Kensington Hotel is 16,8 km from London City.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Merit Kensington Hotel hotel deals?

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Distance to airport

8,0
4,8 km
London City
16,8 km

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