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

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

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 modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.

1. The Milestone Hotel

1 km from Design Museum

Spencer

Rp8.390.894

Rp10.069.072 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A bar with hanging brass lamps, a clock, and a sign stating "Beer is proof and wants us."

A historic building with a classic facade, illuminated by street lamps, featuring a prominent entrance and a sign that reads "The Old School."

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a framed picture of birds, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A window with a view of trees and a lawn.

2. Blackbird

1.1 km from Design Museum

Lauren

Rp2.273.661

Rp2.728.393 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall with abstract patterns.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a large bookshelf filled with decorative items.

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

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

3. Lexham Gardens by Cheval Maison

0.9 km from Design Museum

Jan

Rp5.395.435

Rp6.474.522 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, hanging lamps, and shelves with bottles.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a mural.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass partition, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large mirror with lights.

A restaurant interior with booths, tables, and chairs, featuring a mix of seating styles and a view through the window.

4. Ruby Zoe Hotel London by IHG

1 km from Design Museum

Ehtsham

Rp2.426.041

Rp3.272.148 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker tables and chairs, surrounded by large umbrellas and potted plants.

A multi-story residential building with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating and greenery.

A dining area with a high table and chairs, large windows, and wall-mounted artwork.

A spacious living room with a large window, a dining area, and a kitchen visible through an open door.

5. Miiro Templeton Garden

0.9 km from Design Museum

Marko

Rp4.154.344

Rp4.985.213 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'Royal Garden Hotel,' a grand staircase, and a security guard.

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

6. Royal Garden Hotel

0.8 km from Design Museum

Candace

Rp6.087.364

Rp7.304.837 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A historic building with multiple storefronts, including a restaurant and a cinema.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a built-in oven, and a coffee station.

A modern interior with a central island table, seating area, and a large window with a view.

A bar area with a curved counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

7. The Kensington Hideaway

0.2 km from Design Museum

Naziha

Rp2.999.970

Rp3.599.964 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A grand, illuminated building with the name 'HARRODS' prominently displayed.

8. City Prime Kensington

1 km from Design Museum

Gustavo

Rp3.175.908

Rp3.811.089 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A dining area with a wooden table, four chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

9. Olympia Grand Apartments

1.1 km from Design Museum

Olubunmi

Rp2.017.063

Rp3.623.470 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

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

10. Hux Hotel

0.9 km from Design Museum

Geoff

Rp2.952.151

Rp3.542.581 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A grand entrance with a green door, white columns, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A hallway with a patterned floor, a staircase, and a door labeled "501".

A restaurant with a high ceiling, green walls, and a patterned floor. There are multiple tables and benches, and a large window with a view of greenery outside.

A room with teal curtains, a patterned floor, a sofa with teal cushions, and a painting on the wall.

11. Brit Hotels Earls Court

0.8 km from Design Museum

Wendy

Rp1.439.815

Rp1.727.778 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A room with a round table, chairs, a cabinet, and potted plants.

A bar area with a checkered floor, green bar counter, and three stools.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and multiple seating areas.

A spacious living room with a green sofa, red armchair, and a small table with a glass. There are large windows with curtains, a ceiling with wooden panels, and a potted plant.

12. Ember Locke Kensington

0.7 km from Design Museum

Katherine Cosgrove

Rp2.265.641

Rp2.718.769 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a glass coffee table, and a large window with a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a side table, and a view of the city through a large window.

A multi-story building with a prominent central glass facade, a classical architectural style, and a street view with pedestrians.

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table with decorative items, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

13. The Carlyle by Nestor

0.8 km from Design Museum

Angela

Rp9.288.665

Rp11.146.398 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and planters, surrounded by trees and buildings.

A white building with black iron railings and a black door.

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

A reception area with a curved reception desk, a wall-mounted giraffe sculpture, and a potted orchid.

14. Templeton Place by Supercity Aparthotels

0.9 km from Design Museum

Jun

Rp2.815.009

Rp3.378.011 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A person standing at the entrance of a building with a suitcase, a staircase, and a door with a sign.

A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a wooden slat wall, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with toiletries.

A hotel room with a bed, curtains, and framed pictures on the wall.

A staircase with a curved design, a round table with a monitor, and a wall with a nameplate.

15. The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court

1.1 km from Design Museum

Paulette

Rp3.107.818

Rp3.729.381 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar with a checkered floor, wooden counter, and hanging lights.

A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk, and a TV.

A restaurant with a red upholstered bench seating area, wooden tables, and chairs.

A white building with the sign "The Hand & Flower" on the ground floor.

16. Hand & Flower

0.7 km from Design Museum

Allison

Rp2.371.104

Rp2.845.325 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A grand entrance with a staircase leading to a door labeled "XENIA".

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, a plant, and a view of the city.

A table set for breakfast with two chairs, a glass of orange juice, a teapot, and a plate of figs.

A buffet with various food items and a wine selection.

17. Hotel Xenia, Autograph Collection

0.9 km from Design Museum

Gail

Rp2.927.289

Rp3.512.746 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A breakfast buffet with labeled trays of fruit and vegetables, a variety of cheeses, and a selection of yogurts.

A historic hotel with classic architecture, a prominent balcony, and a 'No Entry' sign on the street.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, seating area, and large windows.

A staircase with white balusters and a dark handrail, leading to a room with a door that has a blue sign.

18. Oliver Plaza

1 km from Design Museum

Mohammed

Rp2.526.290

Rp3.031.548 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A multi-story building with a classic architectural style, featuring a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with steps.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern interior with a staircase, a dining area, and a kitchen.

A room with a table and two chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view through sheer curtains.

19. Cleveland Residences Kensington

1.1 km from Design Museum

Jamileh-Sofia

Rp1.882.146

Rp2.258.575 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception desk with a giraffe head sculpture, a purple wall, and a white floor.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a hallway leading to a bedroom.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

A row of white buildings with black iron railings and numbered columns.

20. Nevern Place by Supercity Aparthotels

0.8 km from Design Museum

Hanna Amundsen

Rp3.771.391

Rp4.525.669 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Design Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Milestone Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 527 reviews	View
Blackbird	9.8 Exceptional 416 reviews	View
Lexham Gardens by Cheval Maison	9.8 Exceptional 78 reviews	View
Ruby Zoe Hotel London by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,244 reviews	View
Miiro Templeton Garden	9.6 Exceptional 859 reviews	View

Top Design Museum Hotel Reviews

The Kensington Hideaway

8/10 Good

"The hotel is perfectly situated on Kensington High Street. Inside is lovely, the staff were friendly but the bedrooms were so so noisy because of the road. It was constant all night! Make sure you request a room at the back of the hotel."

Brit Hotels Earls Court

10/10 Excellent

"Good location, clean modern hotel - perfect for a single traveler on a mini break in London."

Miiro Templeton Garden

10/10 Excellent

"Conveniently close to the tube station."

Millennium Hotel and Conference Centre Gloucester London

8/10 Good

"Lovely hotel. Well positioned. Amazing staff. Comfy bed. Appreciated bottled water in my room. Excellent toiletries. Good breakfast. I would have liked to have had a separate bin for recyclables. I would also have preferred a walk-in shower rather than a dangerous shower above a large and deep bath."

Premier Inn London Hammersmith - Talgarth Road

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was clean and staff was very helpful"

The Park City Grand Plaza Kensington

8/10 Good

"Great hotel for RAH or Hyde park access. We walked across Hyde Park to the Moco museum in under 50 minutes. Quiet and spotlessly clean. Comfortable bed. Really couldn’t fault. Quiet area to walk at night and look at the beautiful architecture in the area."

Merit Kensington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic stay. Well located!"

Hilton London Olympia

10/10 Excellent

"On arrival we were given a free upgrade! The room was great, had everything you need and and you can cast your apps to the TV. Staff were helpfull too"

Point A Kensington Olympia

8/10 Good

"Nice staff. Good location. Decent value."

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Holland Park

8.2/10 (34 reviews)

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Tower House

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Linley Sambourne House

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Leighton House Museum

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

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Kensington United Reformed Church

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Kensington Central Library

Enjoy an outing to Kensington Central Library during your stay in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

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Kensington Town Hall

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Kensington Conference and Event Centre

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Design Museum?

Design 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, take a look at the 459 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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

Adjacent to Design Museum, The Kensington Hideaway is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a bar and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include Royal Garden Hotel and Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington.

How many hotels will I find near Design Museum?

Expedia has 459 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Design Museum.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Design Museum.

What can I see and do near Design Museum?

The British Museum, Natural History Museum and Science Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and Marble Arch are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Design Museum. You can check out the local talent at Royal Albert Hall, Shepherd's Bush Empire and Electric Cinema.

How can I get to Design Museum?

With so many transport options, seeing the area around Design Museum is a breeze. Walk to nearby metro stations like High Street Kensington Station, Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and Gloucester Road Underground Station. If you want to venture outside of the area, ride aboard one of the trains from West Brompton Station.

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Our top choices for Design Museum hotels

1. The Milestone Hotel

2. Blackbird

3. Lexham Gardens by Cheval Maison

4. Ruby Zoe Hotel London by IHG

5. Miiro Templeton Garden

6. Royal Garden Hotel

7. The Kensington Hideaway

8. City Prime Kensington

9. Olympia Grand Apartments

10. Hux Hotel

11. Brit Hotels Earls Court

12. Ember Locke Kensington

13. The Carlyle by Nestor

14. Templeton Place by Supercity Aparthotels

15. The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court

16. Hand & Flower

17. Hotel Xenia, Autograph Collection

18. Oliver Plaza

19. Cleveland Residences Kensington

20. Nevern Place by Supercity Aparthotels

Compare popular hotels close to Design Museum

Top Design Museum Hotel Reviews

The Kensington Hideaway

Brit Hotels Earls Court

Miiro Templeton Garden

Millennium Hotel and Conference Centre Gloucester London

Premier Inn London Hammersmith - Talgarth Road

The Park City Grand Plaza Kensington

Merit Kensington Hotel

Hilton London Olympia

Point A Kensington Olympia

Other attractions near Design Museum

Holland Park

Tower House

Linley Sambourne House

Leighton House Museum

Kensington United Reformed Church

Kensington Central Library

Kensington Town Hall

Kensington Conference and Event Centre

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