Good location for a quick stop over (Marriott Hotel London Kensington)

Member Name: flora_poste

Product:	Marriott Hotel London Kensington
Date:	07/10/09 (13 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: location, convenience for tube, free swimming pool

Disadvantages: pricey!

I stayed here for 1 night only as I was going to a concert in London and it was too late for the last train back. I booked the hotel through priceline.com, so I didn't choose the Marriott Kensington by name, but i did specifically want a hotel in Kensington and got the room for the bargain price of £65 (excluding breakfast).

The location is great, as it is just a 5 minute walk from Gloucester Road tube station (which is on the circle and district line and the piccadilly line also stops there late at night). At the tube station there is also a waitrose, boots and a couple of restaurants (ASK, Nando's and Garfunkels) and there is a large sainsbury's super market just opposite in case you have forgotten anything. It is not right in the centre of town, but that does mean it is quiet at night time so suited me fine.

The hotel itself is just about a 4 star standard in my opinion - the room was good sized, nicely decorated and very clean with comfy bed. The en suite was again clean and pleasant and there was a tray of toiletries. Guests also have use of a small swimming pool, sauna and steam room and although all of these were clean and looked after, they are probably due a refurb.

For the price I paid I was delighted with this hotel, but if I had paid £130 I might not have thought I had such a good deal as I wouldn't describe it as luxury.

Summary: A good hotel if you can get a cheaper room deal.