The Gilbert
Kensington, London
Kensington Gardens. Quaint mews. Luxury boutiques. Stay in the sophisticated side of London at The Gilbert. Built in 1960, this Edwardian-style building adorns stained-glass windows and black iron railings. Inside, we offer complimentary tea and coffee in the lobby. Each thoughtfully-designed space features modern furnishings and a Roku TV for streaming. In this area, you’ll find streets lined with high-end stores and independent cafés. Let King’s Road be your top destination for an elegant melting pot of designs and styles. Catch a show at the iconic Royal Albert Hall or spend the day exploring The National History Museum. For a locally-known attraction, you can see The Thin House — the city’s narrowest home at just six feet wide. Start your London adventure at The Gilbert. Use the Sonder app to navigate your stay from start to finish. Check in. Request amenities. Connect to WiFi. Contact customer support. All via our small (but mighty) app. Whatever you need, we’ve got you covered. This Sonder has a front desk which is staffed 24/7. Our on-site team is available to ensure you have a better stay.
The Sonder standard
Designer spaces
Keyless entry
Fast, free WiFi
Digital concierge
Sonder Hotel
A boutique hotel operated by Sonder. Each one is unique, but all are powered by Sonder’s staff and mobile app.
Availability and rates
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Guests
Price per night
$0 - $1000
Guests
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Please note: The layout, furniture, and decor of your space may vary from what's shown here.
Amenities at The Gilbert
Building amenities
Elevator
Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Lounge and Work Space
Kid Friendly
The neighborhood
Kensington
Home to world class museums and stunning Victorian era homes, Kensington is the perfect spot to trade in the hustle and bustle for a little relaxation. Known for its picturesque streets, this charming neighborhood is filled with upscale shops, trendy bars, and restaurants offering delicious global cuisines. Spend the day exploring Hyde Park, featuring the beautiful Kensington Gardens, or grab a coffee at Hjem to recharge and shop at Kensington High Street. While visiting this west London neighborhood, save some time to grab a drink and pub food at Builder’s Arms.
Address
Kensington, 44 Harrington Gardens, London
Public Transit
Nearest Public Transportation: Gloucester Road. Public Transportation to City Center: 20 min.
Downtown
Driving time to the city center is about 45 minutes.
Parking
There is no free street parking nearby
Paid street parking nearby
There are no free parking lots nearby
There's a paid parking lot nearby
Booking policies
Check-in is at 4:00 pm Checkout is at 11:00 am
You may request early check-in and/or late check-out after booking. Our team will do our best to accommodate any requests based on availability.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility not available
Elevators available
House Rules
No smoking (not even on balconies/patios)
No pets (not even really cute ones) unless otherwise stated
No parties (not even really quiet ones)
* Please be respectful of your neighbors and keep noise to a minimum from 10:00 pm – 8:00 am.
Please note
There's no air conditioning.
The Lower-Level Double Room has very limited natural light.
Flexible cancellation
We offer flexible cancellations for all bookings. Select the Flex Rate to cancel your booking up to 3 days before check-in and receive a full refund. For longer stays that are paid monthly, we require at least 30 days notice to cancel or modify without fees.
Anything else you'd like to know?
For all stays less than 90 nights, call our team at 1-617-300-0956 (or select an international phone number here) or email us at [email protected].
For stays 90 nights and longer, email our sales team at [email protected].