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Gem Strathmore Hotel, London

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About the Hotel

41 Queens Gate Gardens, London, United Kingdom, SW7 5NB

Gem Strathmore Hotel is a 4-Star establishment set in a restored Victorian mansion, once the residence of the Earl of Strathmore. Located in South Kensington, it offers proximity to major museums such as the Natural History Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum. The hotel's historical significance adds to its appeal, reflecting a blend of Victorian grandeur with contemporary luxury. It serves as a flexible venue for business meetings and private events.

Location

The hotel is ideally situated near South Kensington and Gloucester Road underground stations, providing easy access to the rest of London. It is in close proximity to well-known local attractions like Kensington Palace, Royal Albert Hall, and Harrods. Airport transportation can be arranged through the concierge, with travel times averaging 45 minutes from Heathrow and one hour from Gatwick.

Rooms

The hotel features 77 classic en-suite guest bedrooms designed with carved wood furniture. Each room is equipped with modern conveniences including LCD flat-screen televisions, free Wi-Fi, and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guests can opt for various room types, including executive and superior doubles as well as twin options. Additional amenities such as 24-hour room service and in-room safes enhance the comfort of the stay.

Eat & Drink

Earl's Restaurant offers a colonial-style setting with a modern British menu, serving breakfast and dinner daily. The inviting lounge bar, Glamis Bar, provides an extensive bar menu featuring a variety of alcoholic drinks and light snacks. Traditional afternoon tea can also be enjoyed in the lounge bar. Room service is available 24 hours a day for guests wishing to dine in privacy.

Leisure & Business

Gem Strathmore Hotel offers two versatile meeting and events suites suitable for various occasions, with a capacity for up to 70 guests. Meeting rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, and LCD projectors for presentations. The Library suite offers an alternative space for small meetings or private dining, while additional business services are available in-house. The hotel also emphasizes guest safety with adherence to stringent health guidelines.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Single Room
Max:
1 person
8 m² 
Bed options:
1 Single bed
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Superior Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
14 m² 
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2 Single beds
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Quadruple Room
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4 persons
25 m² 
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
London 4.0 km
Airports
London City (LCY) 18.6 km
London Heathrow (LHR) 23.2 km
Train
Kensington (Olympia) 2.1 km
Paddington Station 2.3 km
Underground
Gloucester Road tube300 m
Bus
Bus stop300 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

41 Queens Gate Gardens, London, United Kingdom, SW7 5NB
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41 Queens Gate Gardens, London, United Kingdom, SW7 5NB
Nearby
Museum
Natural History Museum
470 m
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Polo Bar Kensington
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Umami London
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Garfunkel's Restaurant
1.0 km
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Ask Italian
1.0 km
Unit 23-24 Gloucester Arcade 128 Gloucester Road
Comptoir Libanais Gloucester Road
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77A Gloucester Road
Steak & Co. Gloucester Road Kensington
840 m
152 Gloucester Road Kensington
London Secret Garden & Beach
230 m
100 Cromwell Road
The Stanhope Arms
900 m
97 Gloucester Road Kensington

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
68%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Convenient location
Helpful staff
Limited room space
Unimpressive dining
6.8/10
Nice
Rooms
6.1
Location
8.4
Service
7.3
Dining
5.6
Guest reviews
6.8/10
based on 8 reviews
3.5/5 based on 976 reviews
7.5
7.5/10based on 3101 reviews
#568 of 1,196 hotels in London based on Tripadvisor
Bill
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.4/10

I found the hotel to be cozy and comfortable, with lovely toiletries in the bathroom. However, the room size was quite small, making it a bit challenging to move around freely, especially for a double bed superior room. The service was pleasant, but there were instances of some oversight regarding a child playing around the hotel late at night. The location was perfect for attending a family wedding, just a stone's throw from the Brompton Oratory. The dining experience was satisfactory, although the self-service aspect was a drawback. Overall, a charming old building with some minor room limitations.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were comfortable with lovely toiletries in the bathroom, but the size was a bit restrictive.
Service
8.0
The staff was lovely and friendly, despite some oversight with a child playing late at night.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect for a family wedding at the Brompton Oratory, very convenient for the event.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was okay, with a formal atmosphere, but the self-service aspect was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were basic but sufficient for a short stay.
Patrick
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.0/10

The hotel is in a strategic area near Imperial College and Kensington Garden, making it a great choice for a short stay. The rooms are adequate, although the deluxe double I stayed in was cosy and spacious, but the small curtain let in too much light. The location is excellent for exploring London with easy access to the tube and key areas like South Kensington and Knightsbridge. However, it can get quite busy, especially on Saturday nights. The dining experience was continental and basic, lacking in fresh fruit, and the croissants were a bit dry. The service was friendly, although the staff seemed rushed and not very knowledgeable about local bus services. Overall, it's a decent option for a short visit, but be mindful of the room's window coverings and dining offerings.

Rooms
7.0
The deluxe double room I had was cosy and spacious, but the small curtain didn't block out much light.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly but seemed rushed and lacked knowledge about local bus services.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location near Imperial College and Kensington Garden is great for a short stay, with easy access to Gloucester Road station. However, it can get busy, particularly on Saturday nights.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience offered basic continental options with limited fresh fruit, and some items like croissants were not the freshest.
Facilities
Paul
United Kingdom, February  2024
6.8/10

The hotel was a mixed experience. While the location was very convenient for exploring London attractions and the staff were friendly and helpful, the rooms were disappointingly small, dark, and stuffy. The dining options had some highlights but were a bit slow to refill. The pricing seemed on the higher side for what was offered.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms were very tiny, dark, and stuffy with little space to move around or get ready comfortably.
Service
8.0
The staff were very friendly and helpful during my stay.
Location
9.0
The location was very convenient, close to public transport and key attractions like the Royal Albert Hall and museums.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had a good variety but was slightly disappointing in terms of speed of refills and pricing.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities at the hotel were adequate, but nothing stood out as exceptional.
Tom
United Kingdom, January  2024
6.8/10

The hotel's location is fantastic, right between Gloucester Road and South Kensington in a quiet neighborhood. It's ideal for visiting the Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gardens, and nearby museums, with easy access to tube stations. The rooms, although tiny and challenging to move around in, now offer Wi-Fi, which is a great addition. However, the dining experience could be improved with more fresh options and space.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were tiny, making it difficult to navigate around. The addition of Wi-Fi was a great feature.
Service
6.0
The staff openly discussed their job concerns and other customers' experiences but compensated with mini muffins. Not the most professional, but they were okay overall.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is excellent, just a few hundred meters from Gloucester Road station and close to key attractions. However, the shower setup was slightly uncomfortable.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were limited, with a lack of fresh choices and cramped space. The breakfast could be more accommodating.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers a 24/7 coffee, wine, and snack station and is located in a great spot for exploring the area.
Nathan
United States, October  2023
5.6/10

The hotel is in a convenient location close to key city attractions. The rooms were small with limited walking space, and some maintenance issues were noticed. The service was slow during check-in, but staff members were helpful with minor concerns. The location offers proximity to various landmarks but has some room view drawbacks. The dining experience was unimpressive, and there are better options nearby. Overall, the hotel provides basic facilities, and the value for money is questionable.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms were small with limited walking space. Some maintenance issues were noted.
Service
6.0
The service was slow during check-in, but staff members were helpful with minor concerns.
Location
7.0
The hotel is conveniently located near key city attractions, but there are room view drawbacks.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was unimpressive, and there are better options nearby.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel provides basic facilities.
Convenient location
Limited room space
John
United States, July  2023
7.4/10

The hotel had tiny rooms but the staff was helpful and friendly. The location was very convenient, and the dining experience was good with lots of choices. The facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms were very small and a little on the small side.
Service
8.0
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Location
9.0
The location was very convenient, only a few minutes walk from the hotel.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good, with lots of choice for continental breakfast.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory.
Erik
United States, June  2023
7.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The room, despite being spacious, felt more like a large bathroom with a single bed, which was unexpected. However, after switching, it was extremely nice. The service was a bit of a letdown with unfriendly staff but wonderful service. The location was near faultless with a feeling of luxury, great for accessing the Albert Hall.

Rooms
7.0
Initially not what I expected but turned out to be spacious and nice.
Service
8.0
The service was wonderful but the staff weren't particularly friendly.
Location
9.0
The location was near faultless with a feeling of luxury, perfect for visiting the Albert Hall.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was okay but could be better, not the best value for money.
Facilities
David
United Kingdom, May  2023
6.4/10

The hotel is ideal for a museum trip, though the rooms were smaller than expected. The staff were accommodating, but the early wake-up call on a Sunday was a downside. The location is convenient for exploring London, with museums and public transportation nearby. The dining experience was underwhelming, while the facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were smaller than at home but clean and suitable for a museum trip.
Service
7.0
The staff were lovely and accommodating, but the early Sunday wake-up call was unexpected.
Location
8.0
The location is convenient for museum visits, with public transportation nearby.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not very good, with limited breakfast options and unwelcoming service.
Facilities
6.0
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