Gem Strathmore Hotel

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.3

Property highlights

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About this property

In stylish Kensington, this grand Victorian hotel offers free WiFi, fine dining and 4-star rooms. The Gem Strathmore Hotel is located in the fashionable borough of Kensington and Chelsea, and was once the residence of the Earl of Strathmore, the Queen Mother's father. Each room has internet access and an LCD TV with satellite channels. Some rooms feature a cosy seating area and a luxury marble bathroom with free toiletries. The elegant Earls Restaurant offers a modern British menu and fine wines. With original chandeliers and a grand fireplace, the Glamis Bar serves classic cocktails and traditional afternoon teas. Just 300 metres from Gloucester Road Underground Station, Gem Strathmore Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Natural History Museum. Lively Knightsbridge is a 10-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lift
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
  • Free cot available on request

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the real heart of London, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

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Guests who stayed here loved

Jane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location for visiting Royal Albert Hall event. On quiet side street 5 mins walk from nearest tube station. Friendly staff. Free upgrade to larger room. Comfortable beds. Reasonably priced bar.”
Andy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location for Royal Albert Hall. Very friendly staff Spotlessly clean Lovely decor.”
Roger
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were friendly. Our room was a lovely size with a big bed which was very comfortable. Had a nice drink in the Bar before heading out to the Albert Hall which is 10 mins walk away so very convenient.”
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location for tube and walking to nearby museums etc. Staff were absolutely lovely. Room on the 5th floor was clean, and lovely and quiet!”
Lynne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Attended function at Royal Albert Hall. Excellent location for this venue.”
Olwyn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location perfect. Beautiful building. Friendly, efficient staff.”
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely 'old school' hotel. Excellent and delightful staff. Everywhere scrupulously clean and comfortable in an old fashion way. Good breakfast and my friend and i also enjoyed a delicious dinner in the evening. Perfect location for musums - we...”
Anna
Sweden Sweden
“Good location with several nice restaurants and breakfast shops nearby. We liked the room and the staff was friendly. Comfortable beds and newly renovated bathrooms. Would recommend this hotel.”
Luisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic location. Friendly and efficient check in. Room was clean and well equipped.”
Jenny
Australia Australia
“It was a heat wave while we were there. The staff found us an extra fan. The lift was also under Reno the first 2 days and the staff helped with our luggage. Comfortable beds and close to transport”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Mediterranean • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the card holder and payment card need to be present on check-in for identification or check-in may be declined and an alternative payment card will be requested to cover total accommodation cost.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in.

When booking a rate with breakfast included, please note this will be an English Breakfast.

Please note different terms and conditions will apply to group bookings for more than 5 rooms. The property will contact the guest following their reservation.

Special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests with children please note that only one crib is available on request.

The hotel will pre-authorize the first night of the stay for the credit-card holder. If the credit-card is not authorized with the amount, the hotel reserves the right to release the booking.

Guests booking a rate with breakfast included will be served an English breakfast.

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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.