Ellen Kensington

Hotel with restaurant, near Kensington High Street

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Ellen Kensington, an eco-certified hotel near the Natural History Museum, offers a peaceful retreat with a spa featuring massages and aromatherapy. Unwind on the serene garden or browse through books in the library while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
VIP Access
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

Showing 18 of 18 rooms
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Compact Double

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Compact Single
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Compact Single

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Continental Suite
Continental Suite
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Continental Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Crown Suite
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Crown Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Suite (Coronation)
Suite (Coronation)
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite (Coronation)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Classic Room, Terrace
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Classic Room, Terrace | Terrace/patio

Classic Room, Terrace

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Classic Room
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels

Classic Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Classic Deluxe
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels

Classic Deluxe

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels

Classic Twin Room

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Miscellaneous
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels

Compact Single

  • Sleeps 1
Interior
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Compact Double

  • Sleeps 2
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic Twin

  • Sleeps 2
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic Deluxe

  • Sleeps 2
Food and drink
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Continental Suite

  • Sleeps 2
Food and drink
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels

One Bedroom Crown Suite

  • Sleeps 2
Interior
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Bathroom

Coronation Suite

  • Sleeps 2
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels

Classic Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
18-26 Barkston Gardens, London, England, SW5 0EN

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Road - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bupa Cromwell Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kensington High Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Stamford Bridge Stadium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Natural History Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 31 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 46 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 47 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 62 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 81 min drive
  • West Brompton Station - 10 min walk
  • Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station - 26 min walk
  • Kensington (Olympia) Station - 27 min walk
  • Earl's Court Station - 5 min walk
  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 9 min walk
  • West Brompton Underground Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Blackbird, Earl's Court - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Paul - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Courtfield - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ellen Kensington

Ellen Kensington puts you just a 5-minute drive from Kensington High Street and Hyde Park. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Natural History Museum and Imperial College London are just a 5-minute drive away. Public transportation is just a short walk: Earl's Court Station is 5 minutes and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 9 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 105 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 26 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 28
  • 5 stairs to reach property
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 25 for adults and GBP 25 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 150 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 70 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of GBP 50

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Best Western Burns
Best Western Burns Hotel
Best Western Burns Hotel London
Best Western Burns London
Best Western Hotel Burns
Burns Best Western
Burns Hotel
Burns Hotel Best Western
Hotel Best Western Burns
Hotel Burns
Best Western Burns Hotel London, England
Best Western Burns Hotel Kensington
Best Western Burns Kensington
BEST WESTERN Burns Hotel Kensington London, England
Ellen Kensington Hotel
Ellen Kensington London
Ellen Kensington Hotel London
Best Western Burns Hotel Kensington

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Ellen Kensington?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 26 lbs per pet. There's a charge of GBP 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Ellen Kensington?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Ellen Kensington.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ellen Kensington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 50 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 150 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Are there restaurants at or near Ellen Kensington?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Ellen Kensington like?

Ellen Kensington is a short 5-minute walk from Earl's Court Station and 15 minutes' walk from Kensington High Street.

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Ellen Kensington Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, great, and the best ever, with many options available. (12 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff - the compact room was compact but very comfortable - great breakfast as well
A R, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay…

This will be our new go to hotel in London great location, great bargain extremely nice people.
TROY, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

First, we were given a basement room with a large stain on the bed. We were offered another room on the first floor; however, there was a strong smell of sewage in the bathroom, which was very unpleasant. Overall, the hotel did not feel very clean, but the staff were kind
Johan, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Room was very small, TV didn't work initially but this was quickly sorted. Wet room concept is quite good but everything in the bathroom gets soaked so it is difficult to use the toilet. 'Influencers' are annoying at breakfast and the service charge when ordering at the bar is an annoyance as you don't know the price you are actually paying. Staff are really friendly and helpful
C, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, clean rooms in a great central location.
Connie, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, well-decorated, spacious room. Comfortable bed. Close to tube.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel will stay again

Lovely place to stay, close with tube links to lots of places, nice breakfast, comfy bed
Greg, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel is named after the early 20th century actress Ellen Terry, whose house it was. Clean and comfortable.
Laura, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Second stay and no faults at all. Great breakfast and super location
Sara, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was nice, lovely balcony. Great breakfast and wonderful helpful staff. The only complaint was the overwhelming fragrances in the lobby. So much potpourri or scented candles.
Margath, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved my stay at Ellen. I am normally very picky when it comes to lodging and was more than satisfied with the room, service and cleanliness. I would 10/10 choose to stay here again if I’m ever back in London. The close (2 min walk) proximity to the tube station and lots of quick food options made everything very easy.
Savannah, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really good location, room had everything I needed. Excellent breakfast and customer service, in particular thank you to Yana! Thank you for making my stay in London memorable.
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel with good location.
Leanne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place I've stayed in London so far

This hotel is a gem of a find. Room was lovely. Bed so comfy. Breakfast was so fresh and maybe the best hotel breakfast ever had. Im not one to stay at the same.place twice as i like to try different but would definitely come back here
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I really love the staff and it was so cute
Teddy, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay

We stayed for one night as were in London for a show. Hotel prices in London are very pricey so when i found this "Compact" room for the price i was happy to book and in a very easy to get to location. The room was compact but they did what they could with the space and the bathroom was clean and modern with lovely hand wash and clean towels.
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. The room was small, but immaculate. The diffuser in the lobby smelled marvelous. We were close to shopping, restaurants, and pubs. We highly recommend the Ellen Kensington Hotel.
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would stay again!

We had a great 3 night stay at the Ellen! The front desk staff, breakfast staff and housekeeping staff were all friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable, clean and had many amenities. We do wish there had been a luggage rack in the room. (But I’m sure one would have been brought to us if I had asked : ) The breakfast and the breakfast space were fantastic!! This hotel and it’s location checked all the boxes for us.
Linda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Hotel

Beautiful hotel. Room was clean. Breakfast was amazing! Would stay here again in the future.
Boonleng, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location is great , staff are polite and helpful. We only used the lift 3 times and it was very small and slow. The room next to us kept setting the fire alarm off happened 4 times
luke, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel but room not the best

The Hotel and bar/restaurant area is great but the room is just a strange set up and weird cupboards where you don’t need them. The fridge light couldn’t be properly blocked out as cupboard was see through.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Opened for business 6 months ago. Some have given mediocre reviews but this is 5 star hotel. Not Claridges or the Dorchester but the rooms are superb in their quality. Fabulous breakfast. One lift was not operational which caused some guests distress. Would definitely stay here again.
Steve Lee, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

I can see why the hotel was cheaper than a lot of other places in the area. This hotel is trying way too hard to be elegant, and they need to calm things down and master the basics. There’s a strange incongruence in the rooms. It’s like they have an old rundown, dusty feel, but they’re trying to gloss it over with expensive appearing furnishings, high priced tea cups and gold silverware. The rooms look old even though the hotel was recently refurbished and just opened last year. The machine in the room that is used to make coffee and tea is way too complicated to use. They need to simplify their process. The design of the restrooms is totally dangerous. There is no clear distinction between the shower, the toilet and sink. I could see this being a serious safety issue for somebody who is elderly because the floors in the bathrooms are not slip resistant. Rethink your concept Ellen Kensington.
Jane, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The rooms are small not good for family but good for couples. Beware that this is new hotel a lot of amenities are not properly installed yet. The bathroom with bathtub has really awkward glass door, can't open and can't get in, once you get in you will find hard time to get out. Overall nice, new, perfect location, quiet, staffs are friendly.
cyrita, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a long stay — 13 nights — and loved the whole experience. The location is great. The hotel is a very short walk from the Earls court tube station — direct access to the District Line and the Piccadilly line from Heathrow — and a longer but doable walk to the Victoria & Albert, Design, and Natural History Museums as well as Holland Park. Our room was small, but cleverly designed to make best use of all available space. Big windows overlooking a garden square let in lots of light and gave a feeling of living among treetops. The bed was comfortable. Everything was immaculate. The staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel restaurant offers an upscale Asian-inspired menu, and the surrounding neighborhood offers an abundance of small-scale local restaurants offering Indian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Lebanese cuisines, as well as traditional English pub food. It is true that the elevator is slow and the room could use a full length mirror (maybe hung on the outside of the bathroom door), but these observations don’t at all rise to the level of complaints. All in all, we enjoyed The Ellen very much and hope to return for another visit before too long.
Lee, 13-night trip