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About this property
The Gainsborough feels like an English country home in London. It is close to London's museums, the Albert Hall, Harrods and the restaurants and shops of Chelsea and Knightsbridge. Free WiFi is available. The Gainsborough is a converted Victorian house with a classic style and an informal atmosphere. It is named after the celebrated artist, whose portrait of the Duchess of Richmond is in the spacious lounge/reception. The hotel is a short walk from the Natural History Museum and South Kensington Tube station, which has a direct service to London Heathrow Airport. Olympia Exhibition Centre is 1.6 miles away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Luggage storage
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Karen
United Kingdom“Location is excellent. In a quiet street very near to the museums and less than 10 minutes from the Royal Albert Hall. Lovely, little hotel. Receptionists we’re very helpful and friendly. Room better than expected” - Jack United Kingdom“This is my second stay here in the past few months. Very clean, great location, friendly staff. Very happy. I have more trips scheduled and will be staying here again each time!”
- Julie United Kingdom“The hotel is in a great location. It was clean and comfortable and the reception staff were very friendly and helpful. We were in a room above the main doors so I was expecting it to be noisy but although we could hear the street noise, it didn’t...”
- George United Kingdom“The property was clean, well presented and exactly what we expected. We booked a budget room for the night knowing we wouldn’t be there to long and just need somewhere to stay. The room Was large and spacious and had all the amenities we needed....”
- Atılhan
Turkey“The location is exceptional. Extremely successful in terms of cleanliness, comfort, and staff attitude. I definitely recommend it.” 
Gail United Kingdom“Very accommodating when I needed to extend my stay.. cleaning staff very helpful”- Yakovlev
Russia“Polite staff, comfortable small rooms, quiet, good Wi-Fi.” - Yakovlev Russia“Very convenient location, very central, metro station nearby, polite staff.”
- Dieu
Poland“The location was great. Room was clean and comfortable. The staff very friendly and helpful!” 
Stephen
Switzerland“Perfect location. Very quiet in August to go to proms at RAH.”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies will apply.
Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
All the Budget Rooms are located in the basement, and some do not have a window.
An authorisation of £100 will be taken on check in to guarantee for any incidentals.
The property may pre-authorize your credit card for the cost of the first night to guarantee your booking. At check-in, the same credit card used for the booking must be presented. If this card is not available, an alternative credit card in the booker's name will be accepted.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
