This is a guide to the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) and nearby accommodations, with neighbourhoods and specific places to stay clearly highlighted.
Victoria and Albert Museum
One of the top museums of art, design, and performance in the world is the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A). It was established in 1852 and now holds an impressive collection that spans 5,000 years of human creativity in the fields of fashion, sculpture, photography, furniture, jewellery, ceramics, and decorative arts.
Why come? It’s motivating without being frightening. Everything from Renaissance sculpture and historic gowns to modern design innovations can be seen in one location. Because admission to the permanent collection is free, it’s one of the best cultural experiences in London for absolutely nothing.
For whom is it intended? students, designers, fashionistas, history buffs, and inquisitive tourists. It’s just as good for a leisurely stroll through the lovely galleries and the serene courtyard as it is for a concentrated deep dive.
Quick Facts
Location: Cromwell Road, London SW7
Nearest Tube: South Kensington (Circle, District & Piccadilly lines)
Time Needed: 2 to 4 hours (longer if you love design)
Entry Cost: Free (special exhibitions ticketed)
Best Time to Visit: Weekday mornings and Friday evenings for late opening.
Where to Stay Near Victoria and Albert Museum
Neighbourhood to Stay Nearby
The most practical option is South Kensington. The atmosphere of the museum district, the elegant streets, and the convenient Tube access make this neighbourhood my number one choice. Knightsbridge is great too, with its sophistication, and it will suit you if you prefer upscale lodging and shopping. Chelsea, chic and a little more sedate, has boutique hotels and a small-town atmosphere along King’s Road.
Here is a rundown of nearby accommodation, spread across the neighbourhoods.
The Rembrandt: 11 Thurloe Place, Knightsbridge, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 2RS, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Steam room
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Indoor swimming pool
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Restaurant
- Chargeable offsite public parking
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Meeting facilities
- Business centre
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Twin rooms
- Executive rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- King rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum.
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 5 min (0.2 mi) via Exhibition Rd, Cromwell Gardens/A4 and Thurloe Pl
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 1 min (292.0 ft) via Thurloe Pl
The Franklin London – Starhotels Collezione: 24 Egerton Gardens, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW3 2DB, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Private bathroom
- 2 restaurants
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Steam room
- Massage
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Pet friendly
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Business centre
- Meeting facilities
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Superior rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- Suites
- Executive rooms
- Single rooms
- Triple rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 12 min (0.5 mi) via Brompton Rd/A4
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 1 min (0.3 mi) via Thurloe Square and Egerton Gardens
Egerton House: 17-19 Egerton Terrace, Knightsbridge, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW3 2BX, United Kingdom
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- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Private bathroom
- Chargeable offsite private parking
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Free Wi-Fi
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Pet friendly
- Non-smoking rooms
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Minibar
- Bathtub or shower
- Business centre
- Meeting facilities
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Classic rooms
- Queen rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- King rooms
- Suites
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 10 min (0.4 mi) via Thurloe Pl and Brompton Rd/A4
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 1 min (0.4 mi) via Thurloe Square and Egerton Gardens
The Pelham London – Starhotels Collezione: 15 Cromwell Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 2LA, United Kingdom
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- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Bathtub
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Pet friendly
- Meeting facilities
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Executive rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- Suites
- Triple rooms
- Executive rooms
- King rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 4 min (0.2 mi) via Exhibition Rd and A3218
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 1 min (0.2 mi) via Thurloe Pl
The Ampersand Hotel – Small Luxury Hotels of the World: 10 Harrington Road , Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 3ER, United Kingdom
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- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Pet friendly
- Non-smoking rooms
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Business centre
- Meeting facilities
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Twin rooms
- Small rooms
- Studios
- Suites
- Deluxe rooms
- Superior rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 5 min (0.2 mi) via Exhibition Rd and A3218
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 1 min (0.2 mi) via Thurloe Pl
Cheval Harrington Court at South Kensington: 13 Harrington Road London, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 3ES, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- View
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Family rooms
- Pet friendly
- Non-smoking rooms
- Concierge
- 24-hour front desk
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
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- Apartments
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 6 min (0.2 mi) via Exhibition Rd and A3218
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 1 min (0.2 mi) via Thurloe Pl
The Brompton Hotel: 30-32 Old Brompton Road, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 3DL, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Chargeable offsite public parking
- Street parking
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Baggage storage
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Single rooms
- Twin rooms
- Suites
- Triple rooms
- Standard rooms
- Quadruple rooms
- Family rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 6 min (0.3 mi) via Exhibition Rd and A3218
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.3 mi) via Thurloe Pl and A3218
Gainsborough Hotel: 7-11 Queensberry Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 2DL, United Kingdom
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- Balcony
- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- 24-hour front desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tour desk
- Shower
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
Rooms
- Single rooms
- Double rooms
- Triple rooms
- Quadruple rooms
- Suites
- Family rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- Budget rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 6 min (0.3 mi) via Cromwell Rd/A4
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 1 min (0.3 mi) via A4
Number Sixteen, Firmdale Hotels: 16 Sumner Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 3EG, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Restaurant
- Chargeable offsite public parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Concierge
- 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Minibar
- Baggage storage
Rooms
- Single rooms
- Double rooms
- Triple rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- Luxury rooms
- Superior rooms
- Queen rooms
- King rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 7 min (0.3 mi) via Exhibition Rd and A3218
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.3 mi) via Thurloe Pl and A3218
The Exhibitionist Hotel: 8-10 Queensberry Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 2EA, United Kingdom
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- Balcony
- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Bathtub
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Shower
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Laundry
- Meeting facilities
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Suites
- Superior rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- Standard rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 6 min (0.3 mi) via Cromwell Rd/A4
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 1 min (0.3 mi) via A4
Cheval Knightsbridge: 15 Cheval Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 1EW, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- Garden view
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
- Chargeable offsite private parking
- Accessible parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Airport shuttle
- Shuttle service
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Pet friendly
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
Rooms
- Apartments
- Townhouses
- Villas
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 8 min (0.3 mi) via Thurloe Pl, Brompton Rd/A4 and Cheval Pl
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.4 mi) via Thurloe Pl and Brompton Rd/A4
Beaufort House – Knightsbridge: 45 – 47 Beaufort Gardens, Knightsbridge, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW3 1PN, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- Terrace
- Spa
- Massage
- Shuttle service
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Kitchen
- Bathtub
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Washing machine
- Airport shuttle
- Fitness centre
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- Apartments
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 8 min (0.4 mi) via Thurloe Pl and Brompton Rd/A4
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 1 min (0.3 mi) via Thurloe Pl and Brompton Rd/A4
Chelsea Green Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy: 35 Ixworth Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW3 3QX, United Kingdom
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- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Elevator
Rooms
- Double rooms
- King rooms
- Queen rooms
- Superior rooms
- Suites
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 13 min (0.5 mi) via Thurloe Square
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.4 mi) via A308
Manson Place: 7-8 Manson Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London, sw7 5lt, United Kingdom
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- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Kitchen
- 24-hour front desk
- Washing machine
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Laundry
Rooms
- Apartments
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 11 min (0.5 mi) via Harrington Rd
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.5 mi) via A4 and Queen’s Gate
130 Queen’s Gate Apartments: 130 Queen’s Gate, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 5LE, United Kingdom
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- View
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Rooms
- Apartments
- Penthouses
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 8 min (0.3 mi) via Cromwell Rd/A4
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 1 min (0.4 mi) via A4
Sydney House Chelsea: 9-11 Sydney Street, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW3 6PU, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- View
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Bathtub
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Shower
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Twin rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- Premier rooms
- King rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 11 min (0.5 mi) via A3218 and B304
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.5 mi) via A308
The Beaufort: 33 Beaufort Gardens, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW3 1PP, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Shower
- 24-hour front desk
- Baggage storage
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Twin rooms
- King rooms
- Suites
- Single rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- Queen rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 9 min (0.4 mi) via Thurloe Pl and Brompton Rd/A4
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.4 mi) via Thurloe Pl and Brompton Rd/A4
Knightsbridge Hotel, Firmdale Hotels: 10 Beaufort Gardens, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW3 1PT, United Kingdom
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- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Chargeable offsite public parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Minibar
- Bathtub or shower
- Baggage storage
Rooms
- Single rooms
- Double rooms
- Superior rooms
- Luxury rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- Suites
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
54 Queen’s Gate Hotel: 54 Queens Gate, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 5JW, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- City view
- Terrace
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Restaurant
- Chargeable offsite public parking
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Business centre
- Meeting facilities
- Interconnecting rooms
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Single rooms
- Suites
- Twin rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 8 min (0.4 mi) via Cromwell Rd/A4
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 3 min (0.5 mi) via A4 and Queen’s Gate
Claverley Court Apartments Knightsbridge: 13-14 Beaufort Gardens , Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW3 1PS, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Massage
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Massage
- Concierge
- 24-hour front desk
Rooms
- Apartments
- Studios
- Double rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 9 min (0.4 mi) via Thurloe Pl and Brompton Rd/A4
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 1 min (0.4 mi) via Thurloe Pl and Brompton Rd
The Adria: 88-89 Queen’s Gate, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 5AB, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Private bathroom
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Business centre
- Meeting facilities
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Suites
- Superior rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- Executive rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 10 min (0.4 mi) via Cromwell Rd/A4 and Queen’s Gate
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 3 min (0.6 mi) via Thurloe Pl and A3218
The Harrington – Knightsbridge – 18 Rutland Gate: 18 Rutland Gate, Westminster Borough, London, SW7 1BB, United Kingdom
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- View
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
- Elevator
Rooms
- Apartments
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 12 min (0.5 mi) via Rutland Gate
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.7 mi) via Exhibition Rd and Ennismore Gardens
The Kensington Hotel: 109-113 Queen’s Gate, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 5LR, United Kingdom
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Facilities
- Terrace
- Breakfast
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Restaurant
- Chargeable offsite public parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Shuttle service
- Fitness centre
- Room service
- Concierge
- 24-hour front desk
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Meeting facilities
- Business centre
Rooms
- Double rooms
- Suites
- Studios
- Twin rooms
- Triple rooms
- Single rooms
- Family rooms
- Classic rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- Luxury rooms
- Small rooms
- King rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 10 min (0.4 mi) via A3218
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.5 mi) via A4 and Queen’s Gate
Nell Gwynn Chelsea Accommodation: Nell Gwynn House, Sloane Avenue, Chelsea, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW3 3AX, United Kingdom
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- Private bathroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
- Non-smoking rooms
- Washing machine
- Elevator
- Concierge
- 24-hour front desk
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- Apartments
- Studios
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 14 min (0.6 mi) via Sloane Ave
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.5 mi) via Sloane Ave
The Queens Gate Hotel: 31-34 Queen’s Gate, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 5JA, United Kingdom
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- Outdoor furniture
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tour desk
- Shower
- Business centre
- Meeting rooms
Rooms
- Single rooms
- Twin rooms
- Double rooms
- Triple rooms
- Executive rooms
- Deluxe rooms
- Queen rooms
- King rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 9 min (0.4 mi) via Exhibition Rd and Imperial College Rd
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.6 mi) via Exhibition Rd and Prince Consort Rd
100 Queen’s Gate Hotel London Kensington, Curio Collection by Hilton: 100 Queen’s Gate, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 5AG, United Kingdom
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- Breakfast
- 2 restaurants
- Free Wi-Fi
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Laundry
- Elevator
- Bar
- Meeting facilities
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- Suites
- Studios
- Double rooms
- Twin rooms
- Quadruple rooms
- Superior rooms
- Family rooms
- King rooms
- Queen rooms
- Deluxe rooms
Proximity & Accessibility to Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).
- Approximate Walking Time/Distance: 11 min (0.5 mi) via A3218
- Approximate Driving Time/Distance: 2 min (0.5 mi) via Thurloe Pl and A3218
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