West Kensington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A stone church with a bell tower and arched windows.
A stone church with a large tree in the foreground and a cemetery in the background.
A stone church with a pointed roof and arched windows.
A stone church with a pointed roof and arched windows, surrounded by a cemetery with headstones.
A stone church with a pointed roof, surrounded by a cemetery with various headstones and bare trees.

Stay near popular West Kensington attractions

Olympia Events

8.0/10 (37 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Olympia Events during your trip to London. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
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Activities

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour with Pub Lunch in Lacock

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub

NZ$183
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

NZ$208
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

NZ$70
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

NZ$98
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
Shrek's Adventure Tickets

Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets

NZ$75
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
sunset at Windsor Castle in London

Windsor Castle Admission Tickets

NZ$75
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle Admission Tickets
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Our pick of the best West Kensington Hotel Deals

Hilton London Olympia

Hilton London Olympia

4 out of 5
380 Kensington High Street London England
The price is NZ$204 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$204
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,186 reviews)
"Beautiful location, old amenities in the rooms, helpful staff"

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Hilton London Olympia
Bob W London Holland Park

Bob W London Holland Park

2 out of 5
128-130 Holland Road London England
The price is NZ$138 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$138
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Kensington High Street and Hyde Park ...
7.6/10 Good! (137 reviews)
"Annoying process to upload ID etc. No fans in rooms so very hot Good location and comfy bed Very small bathroom"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Bob W London Holland Park
Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherd's Bush by IHG

Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherd's Bush by IHG

4 out of 5
Richmond Way London England
The price is NZ$347 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$347
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"Super hotel, staff can’t do enough to make the stay seamless. Close to the station for getting around and unbelievably quiet for London! Will definitely return!"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherd's Bush by IHG
ibis London Shepherds Bush – Hammersmith

ibis London Shepherds Bush – Hammersmith

3 out of 5
3 - 5 Rockley Road London England
The price is NZ$196 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$196
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly specially Jose, he made our stay extra special. The location is great including parking on site."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

ibis London Shepherds Bush – Hammersmith
Four Points Flex by Sheraton London Kensington Olympia

Four Points Flex by Sheraton London Kensington Olympia

3 out of 5
Matheson Road,25-27 London England
The price is NZ$161 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$161
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kensington High Street and Hyde Park are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (316 reviews)
"Just a one stay night, solo traveller checking in rather late. 5 min walk from West Kensington tube. Very friendly welcome. My single room was perfect - clean and spacious. Bathroom small but adequate and all amenities available - TV, tea/coffee making facilities. A comfy sleep. I didn’t intend on ..."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Four Points Flex by Sheraton London Kensington Olympia
Bob W London Olympia

Bob W London Olympia

3 out of 5
31-33 Holland Road London England
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$144 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$144
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kensington High Street and Hyde Park are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (113 reviews)
"Ideal for concert at new ARC venue Olympia. Very nice room but no a/c so was very hot overnight even with supplied fan. Easy access using phone to enter room. Overall very good."

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Bob W London Olympia
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Our guide on where to stay in West Kensington

Find the best West Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about West Kensington
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A waterfront with modern buildings, including a curved structure with glass windows and a bridge overhead.

Canary Wharf

Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Crossrail Place Roof Garden and Museum of London Docklands. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.

A modern glass building, the Shard, and the Tower Bridge in the background during sunset.

London City Centre

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

The exterior of the Covent Garden Market with the Punch & Judy theatre and Central Avenue entrance.

Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

A large white archway with intricate carvings, surrounded by trees and people walking.

City of Westminster

Big Ben and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers and a distinctive dome-shaped building.

The City of London

The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.

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