Mirroring the vibrant atmosphere of our Earl’s Court neighbourhood, Hotel Indigo® London - Kensington draws you in to a haven where retro designs meet contemporary convenience. Images of London landmarks adorn our stairwells, while boudoir-style rooms entice you in with vibrant colours and sepia murals capturing features of Victorian London. You may drift off our tiled bathrooms but you’ll soon reconnect with the 21st century, thanks to fast WiFi and iPod docking stations. If you’re here to work, where better than round our walnut conference table with seating for 12?
Our London boutique hotel’s Theo’s Simple Italian offers all-day trattoria dining. Step outside and you’re close to classical concerts at the Victorian Royal Albert Hall or funky acoustic sets at the legendary Troubadour.
Kensington, its concert hall and trio of museums became a cultural magnet in Victorian times. Here the Royal Albert Hall first attracted eager crowds to classical concerts and the grandiose Victoria and Albert Museum opened our eyes to a world of incomparable art and design. To this day, visitors pour in to see dinosaur skeletons at the Natural History Museum, and tour period salons in Kensington Palace to be brushed with royal stardust. In contrast, neighbouring Earl’s Court offers cool gigs at the Troubadour, edgy drama at the Finborough Theatre and British ingenuity in the Design Museum.
This meeting of Victorian heritage with contemporary creativity inspires each thoughtful feature in our boutique hotel. Step outside and a magical blend of classical and contemporary culture awaits you.
Get ready for powerful drama at a pocket-sized venue squeezed above a Victorian pub, with seats so close to the stage you’re almost part of the show. You might get lucky with a play en route to the West End, or new work by an up-and-coming director. Afterwards, mull over the performance with a craft ale in the Finborough Arms.
Behind its sculpture-adorned Victorian façade, you’re immersed in an exquisite world of art and design. Cherry pick from 6 levels of exhibits spanning 5,000 years, with highlights including 16th-century Persian carpets and neoclassical sculpture by Antonio Canova. See space-age bling in the contemporary Jewellery Gallery.
An eye-popping, oak-and-marble atrium sets the standard in this über-modern museum, celebrating ‘everyday’ ephemera alongside iconic design. Permanent exhibitions showcase British road signs, Adidas trainers and nippy Italian Vespas. Visit for temporary exhibitions that could focus on retro Ferrari designs or futuristic robots.
The poshest address in town has been the "des res" of British royals for more than 300 years. You can tour rooms where William and Mary partied, gaze at gilded ceilings and wander landscaped gardens. The glittering gown worn by Diana, Princess of Wales, when she danced with John Travolta is on display in 'Diana: Her Fashion Story'.?
Step into 1920s Prohibition-era glamour in a brick-walled, basement drinking den. Book ahead to get past the "detective" doorman, who stands guard at the secret entrance to the clandestine speakeasy. Intimate tables are lit by candlelit and bourbon cocktails served in teacups. Live Music Tuesdays feature sultry jazz.
Declared open by Queen Victoria in 1871, the grande dame of London concert halls has an impressively rotund façade. A glorious swathe of red-velvet seats and gilded balconies, its auditorium is home to the prestigious Proms concert series. This is the place for classical concerts, big-name rock bands and even tennis championships.
It may look like an unassuming café decorated with teapots, stained glass and wood panelling, but the Troubadour packs a true punch in musical history. Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan and Led Zeppelin all played here. Hip crowds drift in to hear jazz on its basement stage, or attend low-key gigs by major stars such as Ed Sheeran and Adele.
Hear the music divas of tomorrow fine-tune their skills at this distinguished Victorian conservatoire. Talented students play chamber music or full-blown orchestral concerts in the ornate, 390-seater concert hall, overlooked by a vast pipe organ. Future opera stars cut their performing teeth in the adjoining Britten Theatre.
Order a chilled prosecco at our hotel bar and retire to the cosy snug, or be tempted by the enticing aroma of classic Italian home cooking at our casual, all-day trattoria. Chef Theo Randall’s acclaimed, rustic cuisine brings you delicious pastas in a relaxed space full of sparkling glass and stylishly mismatched furnishings.
Formerly a bank, the wood-panelled Blackbird is steps from our hotel. Over lunch, opt for Ploughman’s with ham, cheese and pickles from a menu of hearty British dishes such as lamb and mushroom pie with mash or hop-smoked fishcakes. Come evening, wind down after a busy day’s sightseeing with a pint of cask ale and prop up the bar.
An Indian fine-dining experience in an unpretentious interior, Noor Jahan brings in famous faces along with loyal regulars. Come for a working lunch of dhansak and naan, or jostle for a table and an evening of celeb-spotting at dinner. Signature dishes include duck masala cooked in the tandoor oven and spiced lamb pasanda with yoghurt.
Lebanese cuisine is best when shared, so Orjowan’s mezze platters, with garlicky dips and filled pastries, really hit the spot. A sophisticated interior pairs all-white tablecloths and contemporary art with favourite dishes including lamb skewers and chicken shawarma. Can’t decide? Opt for the set menu with a bottle of fruity Lebanese red.
Brand new meeting room for up to 14 delegate with a bespoke French Walnut boardroom table. The room has natural daylight as well as a black out blind. A 60 inch TV for presenting and a Smart Kapp board.