Royal Garden Hotel

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Luxury
VIP Access
5.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Modern elegance with palace views

Elegantly designed with modern decor, this luxurious hotel offers breathtaking views of Kensington Palace and Hyde Park. Enjoy the convenience of nearby shopping, dining, and public transport, along with a delightful piano bar and continental breakfast.

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$776
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June

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About this property

Royal Garden Hotel

  • Luxury family-friendly hotel near Kensington Palace
  • Located close to Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace, Royal Garden Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars. Indulge in a body treatment, aromatherapy and a facial at the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Yoga classes and Pilates classes are offered at the 24-hour health club; the property also has a 24-hour business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Limo/town car service, English breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge)
    • Express check-out, express check-in and babysitting (surcharge)
    • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and a ballroom
    • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, overall value and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 394 rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Highchairs, art supplies and childcare services
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
    • 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and heating

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property participates in EarthCheck – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Policies

Check-in

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

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 28 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 110 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 45 per day
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 45 per day

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 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Frequently asked questions

Is Royal Garden Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Garden Hotel?

As of 21 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Garden Hotel on 31 May 2026 start from NZ$776, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Royal Garden Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 45 per day. Valet parking is available for GBP 45 per day.

What time is check-in at Royal Garden Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Royal Garden Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Royal Garden Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of GBP 110 per vehicle applies.

Where is Royal Garden Hotel located?

Located in the centre of London, this family-friendly hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Kensington Palace and Hyde Park. Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus are also within 3 mi (5 km). High Street Kensington Station is only a 4-minute walk and Queensway Underground Station is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1402 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 311 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1873 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and the room was great. We loved the location and the spacious room
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tayler

Liked: Cleanliness
I love being by Kensington Palace and the hotel is nice with good restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, lovely hotel and views. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view very clean room great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was much nicer than expected, hotel was clean staff was friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and hotel. Great location next to Kensington Palace, with a lot of dining options within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
lovely stay with very pleasant staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Fantastic staff, amazing room view and location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent stay! Great location and room. Staff can’t do enough to help - a new favourite when staying in London
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here! Lovely view of London and loved being in this part of town. Would definitely stay here again when we return!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel in good location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Breakfast very good. Staff helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Skyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel located within walking or driving distance most tourist attractions which made it an ideal stay. The staff were friendly and the restaurant was pretty great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a perfect location for exploring London. Good sized, airy rooms with lovely views. Very nice breakfast. Rrally good value via Expedia!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful check in room upgrade helpful staff great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Xander Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning hotel, amazing location. Really lovely rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views of Kensington Park, friendly & efficient staff, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Kathleen (Katie)

Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel staff were fantastic. The rooms were clean, the breakfast was amazing daily. The location was fantastic. Couldn’t ask for a nicer property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

shoshana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean, the staff was exceptional, and I loved all the amenities. This is where I will be staying every time I am in London.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautifully situated hotel. Spotlessly clean with helpful courteous staff. Always a pleasure to stay at the Royal Garden Hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel, great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very spacious, good quality and kind staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of space, pleasant staff, v good restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026