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The Villa Kensington

3.5 of 5
10 - 11 Ashburn Gardens, London SW7 4DG, England (Formerly Abcone Hotel)
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013
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Oxford, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

Great location (close to museums, walking distance to Victoria and Albert museum and natural history). Rooms were very clean with a bathroom of good size, very nice furniture and great price! 24h helpful reception.

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swindon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Stayed in the villa Kensington to be near museums, couldnt have chosen a better positioned hotel.Ten minutes walk from Natural history, Science and the V&A Museums.Gloucester tube a stones throw away. Plenty of nearby shops and restaurants,we were spoilt for choice. Now to the hotel could'nt find a fault was given a ground floor room with three single beds. Plenty... More

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York, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

I stayed for 2 nights during the week and the room was comfortable, clean and quiet. Nothing flash but more than adequate with good bathroom, excellent shower and plenty of space. The surrounding area has plenty of pubs, restaurants and shops and Gloucester Rd tube station is only 2 mins walk away. Breakfast was ok, though I did not ask... More

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Ferdinand P, General Manager at The Villa Kensington, responded to this review
23 May 2013

Dear Guest, I sincerely thank you for taking the time to leave these nice comments. Please come back again and recommend us...! Take care. Ferdinand. GM More

Dubai
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

My sisters and I stayed at the hotel recently while vacationing in London. We were debating between The Villa and another hotel in Paddington but were so glad we picked this one. The room was nice, clean and tastefully decorated in neutral shades, the staff was friendly and extremely helpful, the shower worked well – the water pressure was fine... More

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Ferdinand P, General Manager at The Villa Kensington, responded to this review
23 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave this review. I am just very pleased you chose to stay with us and most importantly you liked it! I agree with you, our location is second to none in London; the prices too.... Thanks again and take care. Ferdinand. GM More

Belfast
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74 reviews 74 reviews
54 hotel reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
69 helpful votes 69 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Excellent location near to Gloucester Road and within walking distance to the museums and Knightsbridge. I did a lot of research before booking and I couldn't find better value. I was not disappointed. I paid £70 for a single room including breakfast which is very rare in this part of London for free in the room price. The room was... More

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Ferdinand P, General Manager at The Villa Kensington, responded to this review
23 May 2013

Dear Guest, Many thanks for your review. We would love you to stay with us any month of the year. We can provide you with as many towels as you wish; next time around just please ask at reception. Or even better, let us know just before arriving and they will be there in your room. We are looking at... More

Islamabad, Pakistan
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We two friends stayed in this hotel in Mar.2013.We already lived in this hotel in July 2011 when its name was Abcone Hotel.But now the hotel was fully renovated with neat and clean environment and furniture. Its location is ideal the Management is friendly consisting upon beautiful English and Spanish people .Always ready to co operate even during stay, if... More

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Ferdinand P, General Manager at The Villa Kensington, responded to this review
23 May 2013

Dear Guest, I was very pleased to read your review. We want to constantly improve and your feedback are very appreciated. Next time around you will most probably find slippers in your room. Take care and see you soon. Ferdinand. GM More

north yorkshire
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42 reviews 42 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The location of this hotel is ideal for Harrods, Natural History Museum and Royal Alber Hall. All are within 20 mins walking distance, The room was small but the bathroom was a good size. Continental breakfast included in the price was a bonus. The only problem we had was our room 92, backs on to the lift so there was... More

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Ferdinand P, General Manager at The Villa Kensington, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you very much for this review. Recently we had works done to improve the lift ride quality. I wonder if this was before or after your stay; my sincere apologies for the noise. Next time around, please let us know about your stay; we totally welcome guests' feedback. Kind regards. Ferdinand. GM More

Kieldrecht
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17 reviews 17 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Good hotel to stay when you are on a business trip or city trip. Not a luxury hotel but a decent standaard room to stay. Staff are very kind and helpfull. Due to a fully booked hotel I got the smallest room available which was really small. But when you're alone on a business trip, you don't need more space.... More

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Ferdinand P, General Manager at The Villa Kensington, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Dear Guest, I would like to thank you for taking the time to leave this review. Please, come back again, next time around we will try to allocate a more spacious room for you. Kind regards. Ferdinand. GM More

New York City, New York
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

I was wondering if like me, travelers have stayed here since this hotel change ownership. I stayed here about 12 times since the late '80s (left a review in 2009). I am planning another trip in 2014 and hope this friendly and convenient hotel kept the small hotel charm that Ali and his uncle Rahanni gave to it.

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Ferdinand P, General Manager at The Villa Kensington, responded to this review
18 April 2013

Dear Guest, Very much upgraded! If you liked us before, you will love us now. We are looking forward to welcoming you back. Kind regards. Ferdinand. GM More

Derbyshire
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26 reviews 26 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

We visited this hotel with a group of students and the hotel could not have done more for us. Some of the 6 rooms we booked were on the small size but adequate for the amount of time we spent in them. Staff were efficient when we checked in and had sorted an early check in for us. All paperwork,... More

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Ferdinand P, General Manager at The Villa Kensington, responded to this review
16 April 2013

Dear Guest, We are all just so pleased about your nice comments. Looks like you and everybody else did have a good time staying with us. Thanks again. Kind regards. Ferdinand . GM More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Abcone Hotel London
Address: 10 - 11 Ashburn Gardens, London SW7 4DG, England (Formerly Abcone Hotel)
Region: United Kingdom > England > London
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Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
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