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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Lobby
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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. (4 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 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Great hotel!
Catharine
Catharine, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
It was a great hotel and very chic!
Abigail
Abigail, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2025
Stayed for a couple of days at the beginning of our honeymoon. Loved hanging out at the location of the hotel and Earl’s Court the street over. Will definitely keep in mind for next trip to London!
Gabriela
Gabriela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
Brilliant hotel with great ambiance and staff
Brilliant hotel with great ambiance and helpful friendly staff. The rooms were of good size and great quality, including mini kitchens and a sofa/lounge area. Room service available and café EVE with sitting area outside and in the winter garden.
Kjell Omdal
Kjell Omdal, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Amazing hotel in vibrant area of central London, wish we could had stayed longer.
D
D, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2025
The Ember Locke was wonderful! Would stay the
Amy
Amy, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Friendly staff, great location
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Ideal London hotel spot in Kensington
Beautiful & quiet area to f London near underground station. Large apartment size rooms with kitchen space & comfortable bed. A gorgeous outside garden area
Paula
Paula, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2025
Comfy
Very comfortable
Karen
Karen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Chic + Affordable
Pros: absolutely gorgeous public spaces and rooms, stylish boutique hotel feel and energy at a reasonable price, interesting trendy crowd.
Cons: location felt just a tad remote.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
Family holiday
We enjoyed our stay at the hotel. All staff were friendly & helpful. The dining & lounge areas are very comfortable and they make you want to stay & enjoy them. The location of the hotel is just around the corner from underground stations and Kensington High St and many other attractions. Our hotel room had everything we needed for our stay. It was quiet and well appointed. Would definitely stay again and can recommend it
Karyn
Karyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Excellent Location and Service
Great location , great staff . AC was a little finicky but it worked and the team shows up for requests and maintenance .
Ahmad
Ahmad, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
We loved our stay! Thank you we will be back!
Sage
Sage, 9-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Excellent stay!
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 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Staff was very helpful and gave us an upgrade to a very sizable one bedroom apartment. Room was decorated so cute and the in-room washing machine was helpful after a long travel week.
Sari
Sari, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
Ember Locke in Kensington is a fantastic place to stay. I stayed in a studio that was equipped with all the essentials (microwave, stove, coffee machine). Very nice and helpful staff. Great location
Giada
Giada, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Great place to stay
Isaac
Isaac, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 9, 2025
Great location and comfortable, trendy hotel
Tracy
Tracy, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2025
Lovely hotel, great staff.
A great base for exploring all London has to offer.
Timothy
Timothy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2025
An all around great place to stay
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Place is beautiful
Paulette
Paulette, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Amazing. Stayed in the City Studios - Garden View and it truly felt like a home (a very cool home haha) away from home :)
Jade
Jade, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Everything was great! I highly recommend this hotel!