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About the Hotel

7-11 Queensberry Place, London, United Kingdom, SW7 2DL

The Gainsborough Hotel, a 4-star converted Victorian residence in South Kensington, features a lobby with tufted red leather armchairs, marble fireplace, and ornate gilded mirror. The historic property offers 24-hour room service, equipped conference room, and complimentary newspapers.

Victorian-Style Guest Accommodation

The hotel's 44 guest rooms, including 2 family rooms and 2 suites, showcase Victorian jacquard fabric drapes and bedspreads. Each room at Gainsborough Hotel provides flat-screen TVs, laptop-friendly workspaces, safes, and Woods of Windsor bergamot-scented toiletries.

Restaurant and Bar

The on-site restaurant serves an all-day menu featuring fish and chips, burgers, pasta, and club sandwiches. The Gainsborough's well-stocked lounge bar offers drinks and snacks.

Services and Safety

The hotel provides complimentary WiFi throughout, dry cleaning services, and tour assistance. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and a security system.

Museum District Access

Located 0.5 miles from Victoria and Albert Museum and Science Museum, with South Kensington and Gloucester Road tube stations nearby. Royal Albert Hall, Harrods, and Kensington Gardens are within 1 miles.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

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2 persons

130 sq. feet

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1 Double bed

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Triple Room

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3 persons

140 sq. feet

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1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Single Room Balcony

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2 persons

80 sq. feet

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1 Single bed

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Getting around

Available transportation options

City Centre

London 2.4 mi

Airports

London City (LCY) 11.4 mi

London Heathrow (LHR) 14.3 mi

Train

Kensington (Olympia) 1.5 mi

Underground

South Kensington Tube Station1000 ft

Bus

Bus stop1000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Refreshing Shower Experience

“During my stay, I loved the shower facilities. While the water pressure was a little low, the shower itself was a nice relaxing spot. I appreciated that the bathroom was equipped with everything necessary, making it convenient for my morning routine.” view full review

Comfortable Room Setup

“I was pleased with my double room, which was spacious and well-equipped. It included a big window that let in natural light, a desk for my work, and a comfy bed that provided great rest after a long day of exploring. The daily complimentary water and kettle in the room were nice touches.” view full review

Cozy Entertainment Setup

“I enjoyed the media setup in the room, especially the decent-sized TV. It was perfect for unwinding after a busy day. While I didn't spend much time watching, it was good to know I had the option for some evening entertainment.” view full review

Spacious and Clean

“The overall cleanliness of my bedroom truly stood out. It provided a large space that felt inviting and comfortable. The housekeeping was excellent, ensuring everything was fresh during my stay, which made a huge difference in my experience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Tours/Ticket assistance

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

7-11 Queensberry Place, London, United Kingdom, SW7 2DL

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7-11 Queensberry Place, London, United Kingdom, SW7 2DL

City landmarks

Museum

Victoria and Albert Museum

2200 ft

Garden

Buckingham Palace

1.6 mi

Park

Hyde Park

1.5 mi

Museum

Natural History Museum

2100 ft

Museum

Science Museum

2500 ft

Westminster Bridge Road Riverside Building

Coca-Cola London Eye

2.6 mi

Museum

The British Museum

2.8 mi

87-135 Brompton Rd

Harrods

4300 ft

Church

Westminster Abbey

2.2 mi

Palace

Kensington Palace

1.4 mi

Marylebone Rd

Madame Tussauds London

2.2 mi

Park

Kensington Gardens

1.0 mi

Event hall

Royal Albert Hall

4000 ft

Oxford Street

2.0 mi

Palace

St James's Park

1.9 mi

Clive Steps

Churchill War Rooms

2.1 mi

Square

Trafalgar Square

2.3 mi

Elizabeth Tower - Houses of Parliament

Big Ben

2.3 mi

Square

Piccadilly Circus

2.1 mi

Museum

National Gallery

2.3 mi

Great Central House

Marylebone

2.0 mi

Park

Holland Park

1.3 mi

Church

Westminster

1.9 mi

Zoo

Battersea Park

1.3 mi

Museum

Design Museum

1.4 mi

Monument

The Albert Memorial

4000 ft

Gallery

Saatchi Gallery

5200 ft

Market

Borough Market

3.8 mi

Fountain

Princess Diana Memorial Fountain

1.1 mi

Nearby

University

Imperial College London

1600 ft

Restaurants

Couture @Le Bistrot

400 ft

17 Queensberry Place

Harrington Kitchen - South Kensington Club

500 ft

38 Harrington Road South Kensington

Iddu

500 ft

44 Harrington Road

Muriel's Kitchen

1000 ft

South Kensington 1-3 Pelham Street South Kensington

Ceru

700 ft

7-9 Bute Street

Apero

800 ft

2 Harrington Road The Ampersand Hotel

Shikara Indian Restaurant

600 ft

21 Bute Street South Kensington

Shikara

600 ft

21 Bute Street South Kensington

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