West Kensington has been described, memorably, as the "black sheep" of the Kensington family. True, it may lack the wealth, style, up-market shopping and grassy acres of Kensington, and the fabulous museums of South Kensington, but these are on the doorstep anyway. In its own right, West Ken is a down-to-earth and homely place defined by its diverse array of small shops, fun pubs and multicultural restaurants. This is a predominantly residential area, with a wide cross-section of housing that ranges from impressive Victorian mansion blocks and terraces to local authority flats and tall neo-Georgian townhouses. The big draw in West Kensington is Olympia, a world-class exhibition complex dating back to 1886. Partnered with Earls Court, Olympia stages around 170 conferences and events a year. West Kensington, which counts Mahatma Gandhi and Edward Elgar among its illustrious former residents, also invites visitors to the Leighton House Museum, the studio and home of the acclaimed Victorian artist Frederic, Lord Leighton. The area is well-served by tubes and buses. Trains to Gatwick run from Olympia, and there are easy road routes to both Heathrow and central London. West Kensington is also close to the various attractions of Shepherd's Bush, Hammersmith and Fulham.
Budget
Centaur Hotel *book online*
Hotel Olympia Rooms *book online*
Pub and Bar
Restaurant
School
Addison Community Primary School
Self-Catering
Taxi
Theatre
Shops
Places to Stay near West Kensington
Westfield Hotel (0.25 miles)
This popular hotel is situated in central London, offering spacious and elegant accommodation with traditional decor.
Fully air-conditioned throughout, all guest rooms have private en suite facilities. The Hotel is located on the Holland Road in ... More
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K West (0.29 miles)
Access Kensington Olympia (0.29 miles)
Dalmacia Hotel (0.31 miles)
Our clean, family-run hotel with excellent transport connections and good value accommodation can beat any genuine offer for price and quality. All rooms have a contemporary design, they are Ensuite with european mixer taps, powerful ... More | visit website
Hotel Orlando (0.31 miles)
Hammersmith town centre boasts a wealth and diversity of theatre and cultural activity, including the renowned Riverside Studios arts venue. Hotel Orlando is a small, friendly family run Bed & Breakfast situated within walking distance to ... More | visit website
Russell Court Hotel (0.31 miles)
Star Hotel (0.32 miles)
The Star Hotel is a comfortable, convenient, clean and affordable bed and breakfast in West London, situated 15 minutes away from the centre of London and easily accessible from Heathrow Airport. The bbc television centre ... More | visit website
The Hand and Flower (0.33 miles)
The Hand and Flower in Hammersmith is a large Victorian pub that has recently been refurbished to gracefully combine a contemporary style with the traditional features you would expect from a pub that is over ... More
Hilton London Olympia (0.33 miles)
The Hilton London Olympia is located on one of London's most famous and exclusive shopping streets in the fashionable district of Kensington. The 405 newly refurbished rooms offer excellent facilities and a high level of ... More | visit website
Holland Court Hotel (0.33 miles)
This beautiful 3-star hotel offers all the facilities the discerning business traveller or tourist would require, with Earls Court and Olympia Exhibition Centres close by.
Having been established for the last 30 years, the Holland Court ... More | visit website
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