Gainsborough Hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Natural History Museum

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

The Gainsborough Hotel provides a tranquil base in central London with complimentary in-room WiFi. Guests can easily visit the nearby Natural History Museum or consult with the hotel's concierge team to organize daily activities and explorations.

Excellent

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Sept 20 - Sept 21

Tomorrow

Sept 21 - Sept 22

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Single Room

Excellent

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Desk

Wardrobe

Laptop workspace

10 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Desk

Wardrobe

Laptop workspace

13 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Budget Double Room

Excellent

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Laptop workspace

Desk

Wardrobe

Located below ground level

12 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Quadruple Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Desk

Wardrobe

Laptop workspace

17 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room

Good

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Desk

Wardrobe

Laptop workspace

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Family Suite, No Windows

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Laptop workspace

Desk

Wardrobe

15 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

Excellent

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Desk

Wardrobe

Laptop workspace

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

About the area

Located in London City Centre, a neighbourhood in London, Gainsborough Hotel is in a shopping district. Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wimbledon Tennis Club and Twickenham Stadium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Royal Albert Hall or Stamford Bridge Stadium. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient for public transportation: South Kensington Underground Station is 4 minutes on foot and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 7 minutes.

Visit our London travel guide

7-11 Queensberry Place, Kennsington, London, England, SW7 2DL

What's nearby

Natural History Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Victoria and Albert Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Kensington High Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Royal Albert Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Hyde Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

West Brompton Station - 4 min drive
South Kensington Underground Station - 4 min walk
London (LCY-London City) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

‪Natural History Museum Member's Room - ‬3 min walk
‪Zetland Arms - ‬2 min walk
‪The Drawing Room - ‬2 min walk
‪Urban Baristas - ‬1 min walk
‪Khan's of Kensington - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Gainsborough Hotel

Hotel near Natural History Museum

Close to Victoria and Albert Museum and Imperial College London, Gainsborough Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

You'll also find perks such as:

Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and luggage storage
A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket information and concierge services
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to public transport

Room features

All 54 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews say good things about the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Showers and hairdryers
Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and housekeeping

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 full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 15.95 for children

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

No lift

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch flat-screen TV

Desk
Heating
Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 15.95 for children

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and cash

This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Cashless transactions are available

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Gainsborough Hotel Hotel

Gainsborough Hotel London

Gainsborough Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is Gainsborough Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Gainsborough Hotel?

Gainsborough Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Gainsborough Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gainsborough Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Gainsborough Hotel located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is steps away from Cromwell Road and Natural History Museum. Victoria and Albert Museum and Imperial College London are also within 10 minutes. South Kensington Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 7 minutes.