Thistle Kensington Park in Kensington

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This 4-star traditional hotel is centrally located in the fashionable Kensington area by Kensington Gardens and Palace. The hotel blends both style and comfort with superior service. The hotel is close to transport links which makes travelling in the city easy whether on a sightseeing or business trip. ***LOCATION*** The hotel is situated in the upmarket Kensington area opposite Kensington Gardens, a few steps from the Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park and withing walking distance from the museum triangle (Natural History, Science and Victoria & Albert Museums), the famous shopping areas such as High Street Kensington, Harrods and designer shops of Knightsbridge or the Portobello market in the nearby trendy Notting Hill area. The closest tube station is High Street Kensington (10 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 5-storey traditional London town house. ***ROOMS*** Rooms are reported to vary in size, but are tastefully decorated and include up-to-date amenities. Rooms are reported to be slightly dated and in need of some light refurbishment. Bathrooms are also reported to be dated but are clean and well-maintained. 85 rooms are available for smoking. ***RESTAURANTS & BARS*** The hotel has a restaurant, lounge and bar. ***Full English or continental buffet breakfast is served 6.30 - 10.30am Monday to Friday and 6.30 - 11.00am on weekends.

The hotel is located opposite Kensington Gardens and is conveniently situated just five minutes from High Street Kensington station. This provides an excellent platform for sightseeing and shopping as the Natural History Museum and the Royal Albert Hall are a ten-minute walk away.

Most of the rooms have been recently refurbished to a good standard, the rooms range from small to fair in size, but enjoy modern facilities such as satellite television and trouser press.

The restaurant is situated on the ground floor and is comfortable and spacious.

The exterior is traditional and quite smart in appearance.

The exterior is traditional and quite smart in appearance.

Perfect for sightseeing and shopping and also boasts excellent conference facilities. (12/06RP)

Peacefully situated in De Vere Gardens, just off High Street Kensington, the Kensington Park offers more than just a luxurious hotel. Close to Hyde Park, the stylish shops of Kensington and Knightsbridge, Earls Court and Olympia, and the Albert Hall concert venue, the 353-bedroom air conditioned hotel combines a tranquil but central location with comprehensive facilities.

Renovated in 2002, this hotel offers 363 rooms over 5 floors, including 81 singles and 263 doubles as well as 6 suites. The hotel offers a reception, which is open 24 hours a day, a safe, a currency exchange desk, lifts and room and laundry services available. The hotel has an air-conditioned a la carte restaurant with a non-smoking area and children's highchairs. There is additionally Internet access available at the hotel.

The building is of a Victorian style and has a traditional ambience and plenty of common space and a fireplace. The hotel offers budget family and luxury

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