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Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington, London

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About the Hotel

68-86 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom, SW7 5BT
Very good
7.3
7.7
/10
4.3
/5
“This hotel is perfectly located just steps away from the Gloucester Road tube station and close to museums and dining options, making it a fantastic base for exploring the city.”view full review

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - Formerly Vanderbilt is a 4-star hotel in the desirable Kensington district, featuring 12 meeting rooms and Scoff & Banter restaurant, known for its Modern European cuisine. The hotel combines historical elements with contemporary design to provide guests with a comfortable stay.

Rooms & Amenities

Each bedroom at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - Formerly Vanderbilt includes handcrafted Vispring mattresses, 350 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding, and an in-room mini-fridge. Guests have options ranging from standard rooms to junior suites, all equipped with a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.

Dining Options

Scoff & Banter serves a collection of seasonal European dishes using locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant features The Snug, a private dining space ideal for meetings or gatherings.

Services & Facilities

The property provides a virtual concierge service via text message or app for guests. Additional amenities include attention to detail from the staff and event facilities suited for business meetings.

Location & Transportation

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - Formerly Vanderbilt is a short walk from Gloucester Road and South Kensington tube stations, facilitating access to London's attractions. Nearby landmarks include Kensington Gardens and the Natural History Museum.

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Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Junior Suite
Junior Suite
2 persons
420 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Air conditioning
room details
Premium Room
Premium Room
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Air conditioning
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Superior Single Room
Superior Single Room
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.2/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Turndown service
  • Armchair
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington Location

68-86 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom, SW7 5BT
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68-86 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom, SW7 5BT
City landmarks
Museum
Victoria and Albert Museum
3300 ft
Garden
Buckingham Palace
1.8 mi
Park
Hyde Park
1.7 mi
Museum
Natural History Museum
2900 ft
Museum
Science Museum
3600 ft
Landmark
Coca-Cola London Eye
2.7 mi
Museum
The British Museum
2.9 mi
Landmark
Harrods
1.0 mi
Palace
Kensington Palace
1.6 mi
Event hall
Royal Albert Hall
4900 ft
Park
Kensington Gardens
1.2 mi
Landmark
Oxford Street
2.1 mi
Palace
St James's Park
2.1 mi
Square
Trafalgar Square
2.5 mi
Museum
Design Museum
1.4 mi
Landmark
Big Ben
2.5 mi
Museum
National Gallery
2.5 mi
Landmark
Marylebone
2.1 mi
Church
Westminster
2.1 mi
Park
Holland Park
1.3 mi
Zoo
Battersea Park
1.4 mi
Market
Borough Market
4.0 mi
Landmark
Madame Tussauds London
2.2 mi
Church
Westminster Abbey
2.3 mi
Monument
The Albert Memorial
4800 ft
Gallery
Tate Modern
3.6 mi
Gallery
Wallace Collection
2.0 mi
Fountain
Princess Diana Memorial Fountain
1.3 mi
Landmark
Selfridges London
1.8 mi
Nearby
65-67 Queen's Gate
65 Queen's Gate
600 ft
Restaurants
Scoff & Banter Kensington
3700 ft
68-86 Cromwell Road
Light of India
3700 ft
67-69 Gloucester Road South Kensington
Pizza Express
3600 ft
88 Cromwell Road
Garfunkel's Restaurant
1500 ft
128 Gloucester Road
Comptoir Libanais Gloucester Road
1300 ft
77A Gloucester Road
Pizza Piazza
1400 ft
75 Gloucester Road
Ask Italian
1600 ft
Unit 23-24 Gloucester Arcade 128 Gloucester Road
Polo Bar Kensington
3700 ft
61 Gloucester Road South Kensington
Olives Restaurant and Bar
1100 ft
140 Gloucester Road Millennium Bailey's Hotel London Kensington
Al Fanar Restaurant & Cafe
1400 ft
128 Gloucester Rd
Getting around
City Centre
London6 min  ·  2.5 mi
Airports
London City (LCY)28 min  ·  11.5 mi
London Heathrow (LHR)35 min  ·  14.5 mi
Train
Kensington (Olympia) Train Station26 min  ·  1.3 mi
Underground
Gloucester Road tube3 min  ·  700 ft
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP25 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, Danish, Chinese, Polish, Greek, Russian, Arabic, Hindi
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
215
Former name
radisson blu vanderbilt hotel, london

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 3774 verified reviews
7.1/10
Very good
64%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.9/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Comfort
7.7/10
Facilities
7.2/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Location
9.0/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.0/10
Staff
8.4/10
Value for money
7.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 6816 reviews
7.3/10
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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