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The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5.0 star property
A boutique hotel where Victorian curiosity cabinets inspire the decor, perfectly positioned just steps from South Kensington's museums and iconic landmarks

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The Ampersand Hotel in South Kensington combines luxury with location. Guests can enjoy coffee in the lounge, browse the library, or meet friends before visiting Royal Albert Hall or Harrods. Amenities include dry cleaning and a 24-hour gym with attentive staff ready to assist.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is ￥46,426
￥55,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 14 - Feb 15

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Double Room (Small - Suitable for 1 or 2 nights ) | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Small - Suitable for 1 or 2 nights )

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Studio | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in London City Centre, a neighborhood in London, The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is near a metro station. Natural History Museum and Royal Albert Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace. Harrods and Piccadilly Circus are two other places to visit that come recommended. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient to public transportation: South Kensington Underground Station is just steps away and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 7 minutes by foot. Visit our London travel guide
Map
SW7 3ER, England, London, 10 Harrington Road

What's nearby

  • London Natural History Museum showing interior views, heritage architecture and heritage elements
    Natural History Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Royal Albert Hall entrance statue at south Kensington as seen on a sunny spring morning
    Imperial College London
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hyde Park featuring a garden, a river or creek and watersports
    Hyde Park
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal Albert Hall which includes theater scenes, heritage architecture and street scenes
    Royal Albert Hall
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Harrods
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • South Kensington Underground Station
    2 min walk
  • West Brompton Station
    4 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY)
    59 min drive

Restaurants

  • Paul
    1 min walk
  • Five Guys
    1 min walk
  • Ben's Cookies
    1 min walk
  • GAIL's Bakery
    1 min walk
  • Philippe Conticini
    1 min walk

About this property

The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Luxury boutique hotel near Natural History Museum
Located close to Royal Albert Hall and Harrods, The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World provides a coffee shop/cafe, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and concierge services
  • A computer station, free newspapers, and meeting rooms
  • A porter/bellhop, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff, proximity to public transit, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 111 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and free stocked minibars. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 52 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: GBP 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 22 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 52 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Ampersand Hotel
Ampersand Hotel London
Ampersand London
Hotel Ampersand
The Ampersand Hotel London, England
The Ampersand Hotel London
The Ampersand Hotel
The Ampersand Hotel Small Luxury Hotels of the World
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

As of Jan 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World on Feb 14, 2026 start from ￥46,426, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World located?

Located in London City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Natural History Museum, Hyde Park, and Harrods. Royal Albert Hall and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital are also within 1 mi (2 km). South Kensington Underground Station is only a 2-minute walk and Gloucester Road Underground Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 822 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel & staff, comfortable bed. Really great area
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well equipped room with lovely bathroom and shower. The rooms are snug with a comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tralyn Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing! Cleanest hotel I’ve ever stayed in. Would definitely recommend and will come back to visit soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little touches and fantastic staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to South Kensington underground and near shops, museums and restaurants. Staff very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the amenities. Staffs were vrry attentive. We frly cared fir and pampered. Location was great as our base for museums, theaters and city activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Excellent service for family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service at reception, clean rooms, comfortable bed. Very happy with the all round experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in South Kensington. Quiet area but plenty to do and near museums. Staff were great and helpful. Underground station is 2 minutes away with great lines to the rest of the city. Will definitely stay here on return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ulrika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, staff is so helpfull and service minded, excellent room and the location is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel, great location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, staff and rooms.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor, perfect location for museums, restaurants, cafe and shops. Tube station nearby. Excellent special tea services in salon.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Farah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Kensington - walkable to everything! rooms were very nice ; lobby and common area were nice too albeit small. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Courteous and efficient staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

First of all, extremely convenient to the Tube station to get around. Can’t say enough about this hotel. Allowed to check in early after our long flight, very helpful staff, nice room, super comfy bed and pillows! Would stay here again for sure!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, Excellent customer service. Location is amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully comfortable property and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anesha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and service
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff. Fantastic location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about this hotel, the staff were so helpful! It was a very short walk from great restaurants and the So. Kensington Tube.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly accommodating staff. Always aiming to please, great location near museums and tube station. Rooms were a bit small (cozy they would say). Would upgrade to a bigger room.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room, staff, location - everything was just perfect! Absolutely would stay again when visiting London. The breakfast was also a stand out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025