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A dining table with breakfast items, a city view, and a modern lamp.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, multiple pillows, a coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A multi-story residential building with balconies, a well-maintained lawn, and cherry blossom trees.

A modern hotel bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, a vase of flowers, and artwork on the wall.

1. Cheval Gloucester Park at Kensington

0.8 km from Science Museum

Gajra

￥100,691

￥120,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A historic building with ornate architecture, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, shelves of bottles, a painting of a horse race, and a green leather sofa with matching ottomans.

A library with bookshelves, a dining area with tables set for tea service, and a painting on the wall.

A balcony with a tiered tea service, a statue, and a view of a brick building and trees.

2. The Milestone Hotel

1 km from Science Museum

James

￥85,675

￥102,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A bathroom with a large white bathtub, a marble wall, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A spacious room with a fireplace, a desk, and comfortable seating.

A historic building with a red brick facade, white window frames, and a flagpole with the Union Jack.

A grand staircase with wooden railings and a sign indicating the next train to London Victoria.

3. The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel, London

1 km from Science Museum

Rose

￥148,467

￥178,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A restaurant with a brick archway, wooden tables, and blue bar stools.

A spacious living area with a black sofa, a glass coffee table, and a black and white patterned rug.

A building with ornate architectural details and a sign that reads "The Amperland Hotel".

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

4. The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

0.4 km from Science Museum

Karni

￥49,676

￥59,611 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A row of brick townhouses with bay windows and a central building with a distinctive corner turret.

A cozy reading room with bookshelves, a green armchair, and a small round table.

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by colorful chairs, a decorative glass vase, and a metal fence.

5. Beaverbrook Town House

1.1 km from Science Museum

Brenda

￥90,381

￥108,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, evenly spaced windows, and a central entrance with a black door.

A living room with a blue sofa, striped armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

6. Knightsbridge Hotel, Firmdale Hotels

0.7 km from Science Museum

marah

￥66,024

￥79,229 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a clock, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, yellow cushions, and a grey rug.

A hallway with a chandelier, a staircase, and a door with a nameplate.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a large window.

7. City Prime Kensington

1.1 km from Science Museum

Gustavo

￥34,427

￥41,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A courtyard with wooden benches and tables, surrounded by lush greenery and a wrought iron fence.

A grand spiral staircase with a Christmas tree at the center, surrounded by festive decorations.

A building entrance with a white facade, columns, and a balcony with string lights.

A luxurious dining room with a grand chandelier, elegant chairs, a fireplace with festive decorations, and large windows with curtains.

8. 2 Chesham Hotel

1.3 km from Science Museum

Sean

￥54,421

￥68,571 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A room with a view of historic buildings, a window with a plant, and a lamp on the side table.

A neatly made bed with a teddy bear, a tray with breakfast, and a view of the room.

A street with outdoor seating at a restaurant, a brick building, and bollards along the sidewalk.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, a view of the cityscape through large windows, and shelves with decorative items.

9. Royal Garden Hotel

1.1 km from Science Museum

Emma

￥50,076

￥60,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple chandeliers, and a variety of seating options including bar stools and cushioned chairs.

A dining area with tables set for two, featuring green and yellow upholstered chairs, a chandelier, and large windows with patterned curtains.

A cozy indoor setting with a round table, a sofa, and a decorative ceiling light.

The entrance of The Kensington hotel with a grand facade, columns, and potted plants.

10. The Kensington Hotel

0.6 km from Science Museum

Christopher W

￥48,742

￥58,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A row of terraced houses with white and brown facades, a gated driveway, and a clear blue sky.

A dining area with a round table, chairs, a vase with flowers, and a bowl of oranges.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a view of the city through sheer curtains.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a round dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a large painting on the wall.

11. Lexham Gardens by Cheval Maison

1.1 km from Science Museum

￥48,340

￥58,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A building with a brick facade, a wooden front door, and a balcony with black railings.

A room with a dining table set for a meal, a mirror, a fireplace, and several dogs.

A dining area with a table set for a meal, featuring a tiered serving tray, teapot, cups, and a vase of flowers.

A bar setting with a bartender pouring a drink into a glass.

12. The Egerton House Hotel

0.4 km from Science Museum

Sharon

￥78,601

￥94,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel entrance with a wooden gate, glass doors, and potted plants.

A modern interior with a glass staircase, wooden railings, and a seating area with books.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass staircase, a chandelier, and a reception desk.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bar in the background.

13. The Hari

1.2 km from Science Museum

senait

￥68,592

￥82,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A rooftop terrace with a table set for dining, surrounded by potted plants and wooden chairs.

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, ornate curtains, a mirror, and a view of the city.

A large, ornate building with a prominent entrance and multiple windows.

A traditional room with a fireplace, a desk, and a chair.

14. San Domenico House

Chelsea, 1.1 km from Science Museum

￥43,211

￥51,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel interior with a long corridor of seating, large windows, and a city view.

A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

A spacious room with large windows, yoga mats, and wooden blocks arranged for a yoga session.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a TV.

15. Jumeirah Carlton Tower London

1.1 km from Science Museum

Sait

￥123,455

￥148,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs arranged in a semi-circle, surrounded by potted plants and flowers.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

A table set for a tea service with a tiered stand holding sandwiches and scones, a teapot, cups, and saucers.

A white building with columns, numbered 16 and 17, and a large potted plant with flowers.

16. Number Sixteen Hotel, Firmdale Hotels

0.5 km from Science Museum

Keri

￥75,456

￥90,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An indoor swimming pool with a central fountain, tiled flooring, and a view of the sea on the wall.

A building with the name "AQUILLA" prominently displayed above the entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, a small round table with flowers, and a window with curtains.

A round table set with a variety of sandwiches, pastries, and a cup of coffee.

17. The Rembrandt

0.3 km from Science Museum

Kishen

￥32,838

￥39,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spa area with a long pool, wooden loungers, and a wall with framed artwork.

A modern bar area with wooden furniture, hanging lights, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a sunbed area, surrounded by white curtains and a tiled wall.

A bar area with a circular bar, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles.

18. Bvlgari Hotel London

0.9 km from Science Museum

Denny

￥166,947

￥200,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A restaurant with a giraffe statue, a wine bar, and a private dining area.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a window with a view of buildings, and artwork on the walls.

A building with a 'HUX' sign, a 'Spaghetti House' restaurant, and a British flag.

A restaurant with a giraffe statue, chandeliers, and colorful wallpaper.

19. Hux Hotel

1.1 km from Science Museum

Jonathan

￥25,718

￥30,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A grand lobby with a chandelier, a reception desk, and a staircase.

A grand staircase with ornate railings, a plush sofa, and a chandelier in a luxurious lobby.

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a bed with white linens, teal and plaid pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a breakfast setup on a brown ottoman.

A multi-story hotel with a classic facade, featuring a prominent entrance with a black door and a sign reading "Bailey's Hotel".

20. The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington

0.7 km from Science Museum

Catherine

￥30,183

￥36,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Science Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Cheval Gloucester Park at Kensington	10.0 Exceptional 85 reviews	View
The Milestone Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 524 reviews	View
The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel, London	9.8 Exceptional 93 reviews	View
The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Beaverbrook Town House	9.8 Exceptional 30 reviews	View

Top Science Museum Hotel Reviews

The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington

8/10 Good

"Very convenient location. The staff are friendly. The classic room was quite small and the lighting switches inconvenient."

Princes Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff. Ideal location for our needs. Can't fault it for the price."

Royal Garden Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I truly enjoyed my stay. The staff were very helpful and kind. The food was fantastic and the room was gorgeous."

100 Queen's Gate Hotel London Kensington, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the staff and all the amenities the hotel had to offer. We really enjoyed our stay"

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for a night at Albert hall. Rooms were lovely, breakfast was spot on and we upgraded that ended us saving money that the staff told us about. Would highly recommend"

Bluedaws Private Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We booked Bluedaws Hotel for our trip to London for two nights between 20th and 22nd September. We booked a family room for a group of 5.We went early on Sunday to drop our luggage where Nimko was helpful. We returned late Sunday evening whereby we were welcomed with a warm sincere smile of a young gentleman by the name of Prem who was ever so delighted to offer his assistance and explained everything to us. Prem was extremely helpful in bringing us a kettle, teabags, milk and cups to our room as well as extra towels.The following morning we went down for breakfast where we were welcomed by lovely members of staff who had the breakfast tables all laid out. We were offered tea, coffee, toast, eggs, bacon as well as a selection of cereals. The tables had a selection of jams available.At Bluedaws Hotel the breakfast which is inclusive is truly a 5 star experience.We were offered tea and coffee to our rooms after breakfast also, which was extremely generous.The following evening Prem greeted us on our return and was all too happy to assist us with whatever we needed on our room.Overall our experience at Bluedaws Hotel was exceptional. The location is fantastic as it is about 3 to 4 minutes away from Paddington station and Hyde Park.The hotel is very clean. I would highly recommend this hotel as the ideal and best option in terms of ticking all the boxes which include amazing price, delicious breakfast to set your day, central location, great service, good hygiene and cleanliness."

The Exhibitionist Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great location, a short walk from the south ken tube. Plenty of restaurants, and very close to museums and other attractions."

Citadines South Kensington London

10/10 Excellent

"Muy bien ubicado y excelente relación de precio calidad. Cerca del Museo Nacional de Historia. Alrededor de embajadas y zona muy agradable."

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was very good. Staff very polite. Sadly ran out of body wash on first shower. Very noisy throughout early hours of morning as door outside our room kept banging with people coming and going. Booked as a four adult room and was given just three cups and glasses."

Other attractions near Science Museum

A large red brick building with arched windows and a reflective pool.

Victoria and Albert Museum

9.4/10 (745 reviews)

Browse the extensive collection at this vast museum, which is devoted to decorative arts and design.

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A grand cathedral interior with a high arched ceiling, intricate stonework, and a central staircase.

Natural History Museum

9.2/10 (2,409 reviews)

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.

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A historic building with red brick architecture, a statue, and a clear blue sky.

Imperial College London

8.2/10 (71 reviews)

Explore the campus of Imperial College London during your stay in London. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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A pathway lined with leafless trees leading to a building with scaffolding.

Holy Trinity Brompton Church

Learn about the local history of London with a stop at Holy Trinity Brompton Church. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this vibrant area.

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A street with a historic building featuring a dome and columns.

Brompton Oratory

10.0/10 (1 review)

Find out about the history of London with a stop at Brompton Oratory. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Sir Alexander Fleming Building

After visiting Sir Alexander Fleming Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in London. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

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Dana Centre

You can browse the exhibits at Dana Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to London. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this vibrant area.

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Baden-Powell House

Baden-Powell House is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Science Museum?

Science Museum is located in a vibrant area of London known for its stunning architecture and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 436 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Science Museum?

Adjacent to Science Museum, Princes Gardens is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this B&B offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Royal Garden Hotel and Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington.

How many hotels are there near Science Museum?

Expedia has 436 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Science Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Science Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Science Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Science Museum?

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What can I see and do near Science Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at The British Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, and Natural History Museum. Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Tower Bridge are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Royal Albert Hall, Cadogan Hall, and Apollo Victoria Theatre.

How can I get to Science Museum?

With so many ways to get around, exploring the area around Science Museum is easy. Nearby metro stations include Charing Cross Underground Station, Leicester Square Underground Station, and Piccadilly Circus Underground Station. If you're hopping a train into town, Charing Cross Station, Tottenham Court Road Station, and Waterloo Station are the closest stations to London City Centre.

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Our top choices for Science Museum hotels

1. Cheval Gloucester Park at Kensington

2. The Milestone Hotel

3. The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel, London

4. The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5. Beaverbrook Town House

6. Knightsbridge Hotel, Firmdale Hotels

7. City Prime Kensington

8. 2 Chesham Hotel

9. Royal Garden Hotel

10. The Kensington Hotel

11. Lexham Gardens by Cheval Maison

12. The Egerton House Hotel

13. The Hari

14. San Domenico House

15. Jumeirah Carlton Tower London

16. Number Sixteen Hotel, Firmdale Hotels

17. The Rembrandt

18. Bvlgari Hotel London

19. Hux Hotel

20. The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington

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Top Science Museum Hotel Reviews

The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington

Princes Gardens

Royal Garden Hotel

100 Queen's Gate Hotel London Kensington, Curio Collection by Hilton

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

Bluedaws Private Hotel

The Exhibitionist Hotel

Citadines South Kensington London

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington

Other attractions near Science Museum

Victoria and Albert Museum

Natural History Museum

Imperial College London

Holy Trinity Brompton Church

Brompton Oratory

Sir Alexander Fleming Building

Dana Centre

Baden-Powell House

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