Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington in Kensington

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The contemporary, modern Copthorne Tara hotel, with its comfortable rooms and fantastic location makes it the ideal base for a stay in London, whether visiting on leisure or business.

This 4-star large superior hotel is located in the centre of London in Kensington area. It offers guests standard and comfortable accommodation, close to attractions, many restaurants and shops. ***LOCATION*** The hotel is situated in the upmarket High Street Kensington area by Holland Park and within walking distance from Kensington Gardens, Royal Albert Hall, the museum triangle (Natural History, Science and Victoria & Albert Museums) and famous shopping areas such as Harrods, designer shops of Knightsbridge or the Portobello market in the nearby trendy Notting Hill area. Also walking distance from Olympia exhibition hall and couple of tube stops to Earl's Court exhibition centre. The closest tube station is High Street Kensington (3 mins) which is served by the Circle and District lines that go directly to most of London's tourist attractions such as Buckingham Palace, the Big Ben or Tower of London (all within 10-20min journey). Victoria Station for trains to Gatwick is 4 stops away and Paddington station for trains to Heathrow only 3 stops away. ***EXTERIOR*** The property is a 12-storey modern purpose built building with a glass conservatory. ***ROOMS*** Rooms are reported to be reasonably spacious for London standards. They are reported to be in need of some light refurbishment however they are elegant and comfortable, decorated with neutral tones and natural wooden furniture. Bathrooms are furnished with black and white marble and are also reported to be a little dated, but are clean and well-maintained. ***RESTAURANTS & BARS*** The "Bugis Street" restaurant serves authentic Singaporean and Cantonese cuisine in informal and relaxed surroundings. "The Brasserie" restaurant serves international cuisine to suit all tastes. Continental buffet breakfast (full English option available at extra charge) is served 6.30 - 10.30am.

The Copthorne Tara Hotel boasts one of west Londons most enviable locations. Situated in the very heart of Kensington, the hotel is just a few minutes walk from the tube station. Within easy reach of the shops and restaurants of Kensington High Street, Knightsbridge and Notting Hill, the hotel is also close to the beautiful tree lined lanes and avenues of Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, the Royal Albert Hall, Earls Court and Olympia Exhibition Centres, the theatres of the West End and the world famous museums on the Cromwell Road. The 833 air-conditioned rooms offer clean lines, traditional styling, and crisp white linens. Club Rooms on the upper floors have city views and access to a private lounge. The Copthorne Tara has several dining options: The Brasserie offers a wide range of international dishes, served in a friendly relaxed atmosphere. Bugis Street specialises in Singaporean and Malaysian cuisine offering a tantalising selection of dishes by Chef Kok San Wong. Opening hours are from 12 noon until 10.30pm. CafeXpress offers 24 hour access to high speed internet stations and plasma screen viewing for topical News or sporting events. From 7.00am daily, a range of freshly made coffees and teas will be available, together with delicious hot and cold snacks. We also have a secure on site car park (£20.00 per 24 hours and hourly rates apply), spaces cannot be booked or guaranteed.

This large hotel is situated in the heart of Kensington, only a moment's walk from the High Street Kensington underground station and a host of shops and restaurants. Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens are also very close by, and the hotel is situated in a quiet secluded position.

The rooms are large and attractively decorated in pale colours giving them a light, airy feel. The bathrooms are black and white marble and both areas are in exceptional condition.

Breakfast is served in the brasserie on the ground floor, which is traditionally furnished, and has a central buffet. Dinner guests may choose from the brasserie, the restaurant, which offers international cuisine in a formal atmosphere, or café which offers snacks and light meals.

The marble lobby is large and brightly decorated in reds and greens with a large wooden reception desk.

It is a modern, twelve-storey hotel with a conservatory style entrance full of plants.

This is an excellent hotel in a good location; it is a superb choice for those visiting London for sightseeing or shopping. (01/08RP)

The award-winning, Copthorne Tara Hotel is located in a quiet corner of fashionable Kensington just minutes from the Kensington Museums, the Royal Albert Hall and Harrods and within easy reach of a great choice of shops and restaurants in Kensington and Notting Hill. Hotel facilities include 2 restaurants, a coffee shop with 24 hour internet access, 10 adapted rooms, a fitness room, a beauty salon, 24 hour security as well as room service and extensive car parking on site (payable locally).

In a corner of fashionable Kensington you will find the Copthorne Tara, within easy reach of the shops and restaurants of Kensington High Street and Knightsbridge, and the infamous Notting Hill; the beautiful tree lined lanes and avenues of Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, the Royal Albert Hall, the theatres of the west end and the world famous museums on the Cromwell Road and Knightsbridge.

This 4-star large superior hotel is located in the centre of London in Kensington area. It offers guests standard and comfortable accommodation, close to attractions, many restaurants and shops. ***LOCATION*** The hotel is situated in the upmarket High Street Kensington area by Holland Park and within walking distance from Kensington Gardens, Royal Albert Hall, the museum triangle (Natural History, Science and Victoria &, Albert Museums) and famous shopping areas such as Harrods, designer shops of Knightsbridge or the Portobello market in the nearby trendy Notting Hill area. Also walking distance from Olympia exhibition hall and couple of tube stops to Earl's Court exhibition centre. The closest tube station is High Street Kensington (3 mins) which is served by the Circle and District lines that go directly to most of London's tourist attractions such as Buckingham Palace, the Big Ben or Tower of London (all within 10-20min journey). Victoria Station for trains to Gatwick is 4 stops away and Paddington station for trains to Heathrow only 3 stops away. ***EXTERIOR*** The property is a 12-storey modern purpose built building with a glass conservatory. ***ROOMS*** Rooms are reported to be reasonably spacious for London standards. They are reported to be in need of some light refurbishment however they are elegant and comfortable, decorated with neutral tones and natural wooden furniture. Bathrooms are furnished with black and white marble and are also reported to be a little dated, but are clean and well-maintained. ***RESTAURANTS &, BARS*** The ",Bugis Street", restaurant serves authentic Singaporean and Cantonese cuisine in informal and relaxed surroundings. ",The Brasserie", restaurant serves international cuisine to suit all tastes. Continental buffet breakfast (full English option available at extra charge) is served 6.30 - 10.30am.

This superior first-class hotel offers comfortable accommodations for a relaxing holiday or business trip. It is ideally situated for visitors to the area

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Rail: from Paddington catch the circle (yellow) or district (green) line towards Victoria, Wimbledon or Earls Court. The hotel is 2 tube stops from Paddington station, alight at High Street Kensington station.UNDERGROUND: High Street Kensington station, Circle and District Lines.HEATHROWBy Heathrow Express to Paddington Station - see directions above. By Underground: Take the Piccadilly (blue) line to Earls Court and then change to the District Line (green) towards Edgware Road or High Street Kensington. Alight at High Street Kensington (one stop)GATWICKGatwick Express: To Victoria Station, then change to the Underground and take either a District Line train to Edgware Road, or a Circle Line train from the same platform towards Paddington. Alight at High Street Kensington station.ROAD:Follow signs from M4, eastbound to Central London, M4 leads onto A4. Continue over the Hammersmith Flyover into Cromwell Road. Turn left into Marloes Road just before Cromwell Hospital. Follow Marloes Road until it veers to the left. Turn right and you are there.

Travelling by underground: High Street Kensington station (District and Circle lines) is a five minute walk from the hotel. Take main exit from the underground onto High Street Kensington and turn left and then first left into Wrights Lane. Walk to the end and turn left at the Kensington Close hotel into Scarsdale Place.