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Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt
4 stars

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt

68-86 Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BT, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
See location+44 207 761 9000
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$163
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rate per night

7.2
Good
based on 3784 reviews
3,784 reviews

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Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel London is located in South Kensington and is a 10-minute walk from the Natural History Museum London. It offers free Wi-Fi, a bar and is a stone's throw from Gloucester Road Tube Station.

This elegant hotel provides a range of facilities, including 24-hour room service, meeting rooms and an express check-in and check-out feature. In addition, the multilingual staff are available to provide local information.

Rooms at Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel London feature hair dryers, ironing facilities and refrigerators. Each private bathroom also has a shower or bath.

Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel London's restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner and provides a suitable setting for those who wish to stay close to everything the property has to offer.

The hotel is within walking distance of the Victoria and Albert Museum, Royal Albert Hall and the Science Museum. Kensington High Street and Earl's Court Tube Station are within walking distance.

Rating
7.2
Good
Based on 3,784 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Air-conditioned

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

General

  • Family rooms
  • Slippers
  • Storage available

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt

7.2
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3784 verified ratings
Wonderful
1362
Very good
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Good
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Okay
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Mediocre
131
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Summary of reviews

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Guests appreciated the great location of the hotel, with easy access to public transport and nearby attractions. However, many reviews mentioned that the rooms were small and cleanliness could be improved. Some guests also noted issues with the bathrooms and amenities, but the breakfast and staff service received positive remarks.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
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2.0
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Anonymous, Mar 2023
I stayed 3 days. It was -3 degrees, the windows were opened and was impossible to close it. The frigobar was broken, the was no hair dryer, the internet was very poor. I open the closet and the dust cover me. A new hotel with poor facilities
10
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Anonymous, Aug 2019
Pros (+) Breakfast was the best we had in Europe. Staff was great. Room was comfy. Great location near tube and attractions. Would stay there again.
8.5
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jackwest_1, June 2015
Pros (+) Bimal was incredibly helpful.
Cons (-) The rooms were VERY small. We switched from a postage stamp sized room to one with another 10 square feet. The cleaning staff talked loudly on their cell phones as they went from room to room.

Location

68-86 Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BT

What's nearby

  • Harrods1.4 km
  • Hyde Park1.5 km
  • Oxford Street2.8 km
  • Buckingham Palace2.9 km
  • Piccadilly Circus3.7 km
  • Leicester Square4 km
  • Palace of Westminster4 km
  • Trafalgar Square4 km
  • Charing Cross4 km
  • Big Ben4 km
  • Central London4 km
  • Strand4.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt

Low season

February

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

$349
Cheapest month to stay with an average 39% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 42% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt, plan to stay on a Thursday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $565, while the most expensive was $565.
  • How long should you stay at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
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FAQs when booking at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt

  • Where is Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt located?

    Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt is located at 68-86 Cromwell Road in Kensington and Chelsea, 3.9 km from the centre of London. Harrods is the closest landmark to Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt.

  • Does Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt from the airport?

    Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington - formerly Vanderbilt is 15.8 km from London City.

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Good to know

Value for money

6.9

Distance to city centre

3.9 km

Nearest airport

London City

Distance to airport

16.0 km