West Kensington
London
Visit West Kensington
Popular places to visit
Olympia Events
Learn about the events happening in Olympia Events during your trip to London. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Hyde Park
Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.
Buckingham Palace
This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
O2 Arena
Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.
Tower Bridge
A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.
Piccadilly Circus
This bustling, energetic area of London has been likened to Times Square in the US. It's also the perfect place to start your London sightseeing adventure.
Things to do
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets
London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Best of London: Tower of London, Cruise, St. Paul's & London-Eye upgrade
Top hotels in West Kensington
ibis London Shepherds Bush – Hammersmith
Convenient location for what we wanted. We've stayed here several times. Sometimes the staff is great and sometimes not so much.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hilton London Olympia
Great staff, comfortable beds, good location. Poor breakfast
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Premier Inn London Fulham
Nicely renovated hotel staff were helpful enjoyed our stay here.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton London Kensington Olympia
Overall a good experience. Clean room, comfortable bed and pillows, good water pressure and heat in the shower, and friendly staff. Only wish it had a mini fridge in the room.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Kensington Prime Hotel
Very clean room and fairly modern, a good breakfast with enough to satisfy any travelker
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Kensington Olympia
We were arriving earlier than check-in and needed someplace for our bags. Our room was being cleaned when we arrived and we were allowed to leave our bags in the room and were given the key. When we returned for the night, the room was clean and comfortable. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Kensington
Kensington
Kensington High Street and Kensington Roof Gardens are a few top attractions in Kensington. Hop around the city on the metro at High Street Kensington Station or Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, beautiful gardens and charming cafes.
South Kensington
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.
Notting Hill
Notting Hill is highly notable for its beautiful gardens, and you might want to visit top sights like Portobello Road Market and Westbourne Grove. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Holland Park Underground Station or Ladbroke Grove Underground Station.
Chelsea
Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.
Paddington
Paddington Central and The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London are top sights in Paddington, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Paddington Underground Station or Edgware Road (Bakerloo) Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
Mayfair
Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street.
