Ellen Kensington

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Kensington High Street

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Ellen Kensington

Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 25 per person)
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished
Reception
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished
Terrace/patio
Ellen Kensington, an eco-certified hotel near the Natural History Museum, offers travelers a peaceful retreat with targeted spa treatments including massages and aromatherapy. Guests can relax in the garden or browse the library collection while enjoying free in-room WiFi.
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Get more when you're a member

  • Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or higher
  • Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service
  • Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 18 of 18 rooms

Compact Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Compact Single

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Continental Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Crown Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite (Coronation)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Compact Single

  • Sleeps 1

Compact Double

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Deluxe

  • Sleeps 2

Continental Suite

  • Sleeps 2

One Bedroom Crown Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Coronation Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

You may also like

Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!

About the area

Map
18-26 Barkston Gardens, London, England, SW5 0EN

What's nearby

  • Stamford Bridge Stadium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kensington High Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Natural History Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Royal Albert Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hyde Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Earl's Court Station - 5 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 10 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Courtfield - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Blackbird, Earl's Court - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ellen Kensington

Upscale hotel located near Kensington High Street with rooms renovated in 2024
Natural History Museum and Imperial College London are located near Ellen Kensington, which provides a terrace, laundry facilities and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a lift and multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All 105 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • 50-inch TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, free infant beds and coffee/tea makers

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 25 for adults and GBP 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Lift (71 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Renovated guestrooms - June 2024
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 150

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50 per pet, per night, plus a one-off cleaning fee of GBP 50
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 12 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 70 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 25 for adults and from GBP 25 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 50 per pet, per night plus a one-off GBP 50 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 150 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 70 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Best Western Burns
Best Western Burns Hotel
Best Western Burns Hotel London
Best Western Burns London
Best Western Hotel Burns
Burns Best Western
Burns Hotel
Burns Hotel Best Western
Hotel Best Western Burns
Hotel Burns
Best Western Burns Hotel London, England
Best Western Burns Hotel Kensington
Best Western Burns Kensington
BEST WESTERN Burns Hotel Kensington London, England
Ellen Kensington Hotel
Ellen Kensington London
Ellen Kensington Hotel London
Best Western Burns Hotel Kensington

Frequently asked questions

Is Ellen Kensington pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 12 kg per pet. There's a fee of GBP 50 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of GBP 50 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ellen Kensington?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ellen Kensington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 50 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Ellen Kensington?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 150 (subject to availability).

Where is Ellen Kensington located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cromwell Road and Kensington High Street. Imperial College London and Natural History Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Earl's Court Station is only a 5-minute walk and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 9 minutes.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.