Gainsborough Hotel 
| Address: 7-11 Queensberry Place, South Kensington,
London,
SW72DL |
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| Nearest Tube Station: South Kensington | Locality: South Kensington | map |
| No. of Rooms: 48 | Times: check-in 13:00, check-out 12:00 |
General Hotel Information
Situated in a select area of South Kensington the Gainsborough Hotel offers an elegant and stylish retreat with traditional service. The ambience of the hotel can be likened to that of a an English country home, within this relaxed atmosphere guests can enjoy modern conveniences such as 24-hour room service and butler assistance, as well as the hotels own comfortable bar and lounge facilities.
Guests can enjoy the convenience of being located opposite 3 of London's best museums- the Natural History, V&A and Science museums. The hotel is also well placed for the famous department store Harrods and the glorious Royal Albert Hall, whilst business travellers can take advantage of the hotel's close proximity to the Earls Court and Olympia Exhibition Centres.
Hotel Rooms top of page
The 45 well-appointed rooms are all ensuite and feature:
- Direct dial telephones plus fax/modem
- Interactive satellite TV
- Broadband internet (wired and wireless - charges apply)
- In-room safe
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Dry cleaning and laundry service
- Trouser press on request
- 24 hour room service
- Air-conditioning in suites and most rooms
Hotel Facilities top of page
General Facilities
- 24 hour butler assistance
- Concierge service
- Elevator
- Dry cleaning & laundry service
Food & Drink Facilities
- Bar and lounge
- 24 hour room service - drinks and snacks
- Breakfast served daily Mon-Sat 7am - 10:30am, Sun 7:30am - 11am
- Continental: £7 per person
- Full English: £12 per person
Car Parking Facilities
There is no car parking facility at the hotel but the hotel does recommend the Union Car Park a short distance away on Harrington Road, South Kensington (charges apply). Opening times are:
- 07:00 - 22:00 Monday - Friday
- 09:00 - 17:00 Saturday - Sunday
Leisure and Fitness
Whether you're coming for business or pleasure, why not enjoy the benefits of a great work-out at the hotels local Fitness First centre. Located just 1 minute walk from the Gainsborough this top quality gym offers you the very latest in equipment and classes.
- £10 per guest (max. 2hr session)
- Free entry for guests staying in one of the luxury suites
- Please enquire at reception desk when you arrive at the hotel
Business Facilities
Wired and wireless broadband is available throughout the hotel (charges apply).
Hotel Location - South Kensington top of page
Positioned between the two fashionable districts of Knightsbridge to the north and Chelsea to the south, South Kensington provides the ideal connection. Restaurants, primarily featuring continental cuisine, are spread throughout the area - perfect for the well-to-do residents and museum enthusiasts that fill the area. Chic bars are making the district increasingly popular with the inhabitants of nearby Earls Court. The Royal Albert Hall is located here, with the famous annual Prom concerts attracting numerous locals and visitors.
Hotel Cancellation Policy top of page
Cancellations can be made free of charge providing details of this are received before 2pm one day prior to arrival. Cancellations made after this period will incur a fee equivalent to the cost of one night's accommodation.