Gainsborough Hotel 
Address: 7-11 Queensberry Place, South Kensington, London, SW72DL
Times: check-in 13:00, check-out 12:00
Location: South Kensington | map
No. of Rooms: 48
Nearest Tube Station: South Kensington
The Gainsborough Hotel encompasses all the elegance of a country home in the heart of London, where guests can unwind and relax in its calming atmosphere. The hotel combines the attractive style of bygone days with an easy informality and is named after the celebrated artist whose portrait of the Duchess of Richmond adorns the wall in the spacious lounge and reception area.
Situated in the exclusive borough of South Kensington, guests will appreciate the hotel's proximity to London's finest shopping, museum and dining venues - Harrods, the Science Museum, the Natural History Museum, the Victoria & Albert Museum and the glorious Royal Albert Hall are all close at hand. Antiques markets, pubs and the delightful backwaters of Chelsea and Knightsbridge are also within easy reach.
Those on business can benefit from the direct line to Heathrow Airport and the hotel's proximity to the exhibition centers of Earls Court and Olympia.
Check Rates and Availability top ^
The Rooms top ^
All rooms are 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 ^
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 our 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).
Location - South Kensington top ^
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.
Payment Terms top ^
Gainsborough Hotel accepts payment using the following cards
Cancellation Policy top ^
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.