Hotel The Bailey’s London is a 4-star hotel in a listed Victorian building on Gloucester Road, in Kensington. It keeps its original staircase and stained-glass windows and has its own restaurant. It is a good base for a trip built around museums and parks.
Location and getting around
The Natural History Museum is about a 10-minute walk away. Paddington station is around 2.5 km away and Victoria station about 2.7 km, so for both you will want the Tube or a taxi.
According to the property, Gloucester Road Tube station is 2 minutes away, and the Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park are about a 10-minute walk. Kensington High Street and Knightsbridge are on either side.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The building is a Grade II listed 19th-century property, with period features in the shared areas.
The hotel restaurant serves Asian cuisine. The type of breakfast is not stated, and neither is whether there is free Wi-Fi.
Who it suits
- A good fit if you are going to a concert at the Royal Albert Hall.
- Ideal if you like historic buildings and Victorian architecture.
- Practical if you want to split your trip between the museums of South Kensington and the shops of Knightsbridge.
Good to know
Check-in runs from 15:00 to 00:00 and check-out is until 12:00. Bring photo ID and a credit card to register. If you would like to compare other areas, see our guide to places to stay in London.