Ember Locke Kensington is an upscale retreat near the iconic Kensington High Street. Savor Mediterranean cuisine at EVE, unwind in the garden, or explore nearby Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre with helpful staff guidance. With laundry facilities, a coffee shop/cafe, free WiFi in public areas and a bar you'll feel right at home.
Kensington (Olympia) Underground Station - 19 min walk
Earl's Court Station - 6 min walk
Gloucester Road Underground Station - 10 min walk
High Street Kensington Station - 12 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min walk
The Devonshire Arms - 5 min walk
KFC - 4 min walk
Prince of Teck - 4 min walk
Nando's - 4 min walk
About this property
Ember Locke Kensington
When you stay at Ember Locke Kensington, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Kensington High Street and Hyde Park. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out EVE, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Also, Natural History Museum and Imperial College London are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Earl's Court Station is 6 minutes and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 10 minutes.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
121 rooms
Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 66 lbs per pet)
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Onsite self parking (GBP 40 per night)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 46
Grab bar near toilet
Toilet grab bar height (inches): 26
Visual fire alarm
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch Smart TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
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Weekly housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
EVE - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
EVE - Onsite bar. Open daily.
EVE - This café serves light fare only. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 40.0 per day
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 40 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Ember Locke
Ember Locke Kensington Hotel
Ember Locke Kensington London
Ember Locke Kensington Hotel London
Frequently asked questions
Does Ember Locke Kensington offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ember Locke Kensington does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Ember Locke Kensington?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 66 lbs per pet.
Is parking offered on site at Ember Locke Kensington?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 40 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ember Locke Kensington?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Ember Locke Kensington and nearby?
Ember Locke Kensington has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ember Locke Kensington?
Yes, EVE offers Mediterranean cuisine.
What's the area around Ember Locke Kensington like?
Ember Locke Kensington is a short 6-minute walk from Earl's Court Station and 9 minutes' walk from Kensington High Street. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Ember Locke Kensington Reviews
Reviews
9.2
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Coffee shop
What guests liked
Breakfast was delicious and a perfect way to start the day, with many guests praising its quality and quantity. (12 reviews)
The on-site gym was great and had plenty of equipment to use. (3 reviews)
The property's on-site restaurant, coffee shop, and bar offered great food and a lively atmosphere. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10
Great hotel!
Catharine
7-night trip
10/10
Amazing hotel in vibrant area of central London, wish we could had stayed longer.
D
1-night trip
10/10
Friendly staff, great location
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10
Great location - 5 minutes to Earl’s Court and 3 minutes or less to multiple bus routes. Friendly staff. Room had everything we needed. Would stay again.
Verified traveler
9-night trip
10/10
Amazing. Stayed in the City Studios - Garden View and it truly felt like a home (a very cool home haha) away from home :)
Jade
1-night trip
10/10
Well appointed room and really well designed suite. Nice attention to small details. Just an all around comfortable and great vibe. Wonderful location. We were impressed.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
Love this hotel!
Viviane
3-night trip
10/10
Perfect location a few blocks ionfrom Earls Court tube station. Cute neighborhood nice people
Bette
4-night trip
10/10
What a find! We had a great 2 night. Staff super friendly, great vibe and would definitely return. Thanks all
James
2-night trip
8/10
Great location and comfortable, trendy hotel
Tracy
5-night trip
10/10
An all around great place to stay
Jeffrey
1-night trip
10/10
Great place to stay
Isaac
2-night trip
10/10
The hotel looks exactly as advertised in the pictures, colorful, clean and provides excellent service.
ZOHAR
8-night trip
10/10
Perfect location, close to transportaion and great staff
John
7-night trip
10/10
Really nice hotel with great facilities and excellent staff
Keith
1-night trip
10/10
This is a brilliant place to stay in London.
Marie
2-night trip
10/10
This is my second stay, and it's by far my favorite place to stay in London. Very cozy and inviting color scheme, friendly staff, and it's great to have a washing machine in your room
Beth
7-night trip
10/10
Everything about my stay was outstanding! The location is terrific. All of the staff I interacted with were friendly and helpful. The hotel is amazing!
Helen
7-night trip
10/10
Food, service, friendly staff- vibe
Roxanne
7-night trip
8/10
Rooms always comfortable, clean and well designed. Staff are cheerful and helpful. This particular.property was very quiet at night.
Susan
3-night trip
10/10
The room is spacious with beautiful decorations! The room is well equipped with small kitchen which makes traveling easier and economical. The best is the stuff are all super nice and friendly!
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10
Great place. Friendly staff. I totally recommend.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10
Great hotel! Everyone was really nice. Hotel is adorable and the rooms are decorated very nicely. Quite pleased with my stay
Gretchen
4-night trip
10/10
The location is awesome for accessibility to everything. The staff was also awesome, extremely friendly and helpful!
Kathleen
12-night trip
10/10
Absolutely fantastic hotel! Fab rooms. Lovely staff and amazing location