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Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt)

4.0 star property
Victorian London hotel in London City Centre with a 24-hour fitness center

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Meeting facility
Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is SAR 562
SAR 674 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

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Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Individual) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room (Individual)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room (Individual)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
68-86 Cromwell Road, London, England, SW7 5BT

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 5 min walk
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - 9 min walk
  • Royal Albert Hall - 13 min walk
  • Hyde Park - 16 min walk
  • Buckingham Palace - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Gloucester Road Underground Station - 1 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 19 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fait Maison - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Club Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Paul - Gloucester - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt)

Upscale hotel near Natural History Museum
Located close to Imperial College London and Science Museum, Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt) provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and car rentals on site. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Scoff and Banter, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, 12 meeting rooms, and an elevator
  • A porter/bellhop, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 215 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 41.00 per day)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends: GBP 25.00 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • Scoff and Banter

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms - 12

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in for prepaid reservations.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 25.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 41.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Hotel Radisson Edwardian Vanderbilt
Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt
Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel
Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel London
Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt London
Radisson Edwardian Blu Vanderbilt
Radisson Edwardian Hotel
Radisson Edwardian Vanderbilt
Radisson Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel
Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt London, England
Radisson Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel London
Radisson Hotel Edwardian Vanderbilt

Frequently asked questions

Is Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt) pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt)?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt) located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Natural History Museum, Imperial College London, and Victoria and Albert Museum. Science Museum and Royal Albert Hall are also within 15 minutes. Gloucester Road Underground Station is only a 2-minute walk and South Kensington Underground Station is 9 minutes.

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt) Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1007 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the Hotel and the staff was great. But I didn’t receive any “VIP” treatment lol
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay and very convenient for travel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was quite filthy. The curtains had stains and food? all over them. The couch had vomit or food or semen all over it in multiple areas it was absolutely atrocious. The general cleanliness of the room was below standard as there was a lot of built up debris along the baseboards. We took out the tub mat to prevent slipping in the tub and it was covered in hair. Overall it was quite disgusting. We were not offered another room just that they would clean the couch. Which they did, albeit poorly. We ended up having to all for a blanket to cover the couch so we could use it.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer, London

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location is fantastic - literally across the street from Gloucester rd station and a waitrose supermarket. The room was small but comfortable and it was nice to have a nespresso maker and a refrigerator.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel staff greeting as well as convenient to the Train
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Yasir

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
This hotel has always been one of the best in this area. Service has slowly got a bit poor, but staff are generally responsive. Rooms are small but an upgraded room gives you more comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, nearby restaurants, walking distance to museums (natural history, science and V&A). Hyde park is close as well… Quit but small room, there was a weird smell that I didn’t like..amenities are Ok…clean bed
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

George

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

margaret

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

margaret

Traveled with family
Rooms are very small they have a musty smell You have to run the shower for at least 10 minutes before we had hot water
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely awesome and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Huanlun

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Cecil

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was charged 150 GBP as 'early check in’ charges for getting a room 2 hours prior to the standard check in time. I was not offered an explanation or an invoice on checking out. I haven't managed to get one, despite talking personally to the reception manager, calling up the next day and writing to the hotel. Disgraceful behavior by Radisson Blu, South Kensington

6/10 Okay

Ismat

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Outdated and not even a USB charger or access to one…..in central London in this day and age??? So many check in staff but not welcoming or friendly at all….disappointing .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great all around
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khac Huy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location very close to the Natural History Museum and the tube station.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linheng

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Emma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I always use this hitwl for closeness to the tube , plenty of shops and takeaways... and waitrose, this weekend the hotwl experianced no hot water.. a crack line in the tv and a glass with fingerprints and liquid in it.. i complained and clean fresh cups and glasses.. replace, we still had no hot water on saturday 14th dec, again apologise ... the member of staff was kind enough to upgrade our room to another one... which i was able to get a bath that evening and room credit, however the water was back to tepid by sunday am... no mamager on site and no call back.. the lady on reception dealt with us
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at this property for 2 nights. Right across the street from underground station which is so convenient to get around. Boots and Tesco express right there as well. Staff was so friendly and helpful. Room was clean and spacious. Shower was powerful and hot. I will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bruno

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel is excellent, this is the second time I’m in this hotel. The only bad experience I had was the kitchen, two times (different days) I called them and they said I couldn’t have food, but the hotel says I can order food anytime, the only thing is I have less option, so at this time I was unhappy with this exclusive service.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024